Stories from Friday, December 5, 2025

Carrie Helen Houdeshell, 96, formerly of Nevada, MO passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at home in Lake St. Louis, MO following a brief illness. Carrie was born October 6, 1929 near Sheldon, MO to Harrison and Opal Helen (Holland) Bogart. She was united in marriage to William Lee Houdeshell on May 15, 1947, and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2012. ...

Phyllis Ann Terrill Arnold, 87, formerly of Nevada, MO, died Nov. 23, 2025, in Lee’s Summit, MO. Phyllis was known throughout her life for her compassion, her resilience, and her love of her family and friends. She was born on Jan. 1, 1938, in Chetopa, KS, to R.W. Terrill and Loucille Terrill Burch. ...

Many may remember the cold, sweaty palms and butterflies in the stomach just prior to a first job interview. A little knowledgeable preparation might have helped calm the nerves…at least a little. Nevertheless, that knowledgeable preparation is exactly what can help young adults who are entering the modern job market...

The Nevada City Council will be replacing one of its members. On Thursday, Dec. 4, the council held an emergency meeting to accept Luke Guenther's resignation from the council and vote on an emergency ordinance to fill the vacancy left. For complete story, see the print or online edition of the Nevada Daily Mail...