Volunteers needed for blood drive
In celebration of National Blood Donor Month, Durham School Services in Savannah and the Community Blood Center will be holding a blood drive on Jan. 27, 2025.
December 2024
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North Andrew FFA cleans up local farm
The North Andrew FFA did not shy from hard labor when they came to the aid of the John and Beck Cowger farm on Nov. 29.
Amazonia man awaits second trial after sentencing
A 53-year-old Amazonia man is awaiting sentencing after a two-day jury trial conducted by the senior judge of the Fifth Circuit Court. Now, he is also awaiting another jury trial in 2025 on additional criminal charges.Jeffery Brian Ford was convicted on Oct.
Savannah wrestling program could use help
Savannah wrestling is on the rise, and there has never been a more thrilling time to get involved and support the program.From the youth level to the high school mats, the local wrestling community is growing stronger each year, with passionate athletes, dedicated coaches, and a supportive fan base.However, to take the various wrestling programs to the next level, the Matside Savage Club, a fundraising coalition of Savannah High School (SHS) wrestling program parents, could use the community's help.The excitement begins with the Savannah Youth Wrestling program, which had an amazing turnout of 84 young wrestlers sign-up this year. These future champions are learning the fundamentals and building the foundation for a strong pipeline into the junior high and high school programs.
Lady Savannah Savages have a tough week ahead
The Savannah Savages girls basketball team have gone out of their way to play a tough schedule in the early part of the season. The Savages opened the season with a 54-41 loss to Platte County.Savannah then went 2-0 in the Savannah Invitational Tournament, defeating Lincoln College Prep and South Harrison.
Savages have work to do after tournament
The Savannah Savages boys team went 1-2 in the Savannah Invitational Tournament last week to open the season. The Savages will play just two games over the next two weeks.“I feel like we were pretty streaky,” said Jordan Richman, Savannah head coach.
Local greenhouses provide real holiday décor
Folks who crave the look, feel and fragrance of a real Christmas tree or favor pine wreaths over artificial ones will find their heart’s desire at Treasure Gardens LLC and Prairie FlowersSamantha and Brian Taylor offer trees with personality. Samantha names each one of the Noble, King and Douglas firs at their Avenue City location.Besides trees, Treasure Gardens features wreaths and porch pots made from fresh greens.
'Sovereign American' has his day in Court
A self-proclaimed Sovereign American tried the afternoon before to get his trial delayed again despite that on Friday, Dec. 6, he presented paperwork to the court and told them he was prepared to go to trial.Bryan Clark Davison, 60, Savannah, would stand in the courtroom aisle for his bench trial.Monica Morrey, the Andrew County prosecutor, sat up front at a table for the prosecution.Associate Circuit Judge Emily Bauman presided over the second-floor courtroom.Bauman slowly and carefully explained Davison's basic rights to him and repeatedly said he had a right to file documents if he wished to do so.Then Bauman ordered the bench trial to begin.Morrey delivered a short opening argument saying the prosecution would prove Davison resisted arrest in two separate cases and failed to properly register his vehicle.Davison asked to reserve his opening statement which was granted.The first witness called was Officer Patrick Cleasby, who at the time of the original arrest was working for the Savannah Police Department.
County hears budget request
The three Andrew County commissioners listened to three groups about their financial needs in 2025 on the morning of Dec. 9.First up was the Andrew County Extension Council for University of Missouri Extension led by Council Chair Robert Jandorf.Randa Doty, Extension Engagement Specialist, started by talking about a number of 2024 Extension activities.
CherryRoad Media acquiring eight Missouri publications
Effective Jan. 1, 2025, CherryRoad Media will acquire eight new Missouri papers from Lakeway Publishers, Inc.Among the new publications are the Pike County News, Centralia Fireside Guard, Elsberry Democrat, Hermann Advertiser Courier, Lincoln County Journal, Monroe City Lake Gazette, Troy Free Press and Vandalia Leader.“We are excited to be the new stewards of these community news outlets,” Jeremy Gulban, CEO of CherryRoad Media, said.