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Community supports teachers through Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
The Callaway Chamber of Commerce held its 6th annual "Teacher Appreciation Breakfast" at William Woods University on Wednesday.
Stories by Andrea Merritt
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Award nominations needed, lifesaving class coming
The Callaway County EMS will host a lifesaving class for patrons, and the Fulton Rotary Club is accepting nominations for a law enforcement award.
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Back-to-school vaccines fast approaching
As the start of school approaches, so does the deadline for immunizations.
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Taylor Swift’s music helped local woman relearn speech
Laura Gregory attributes Taylor Swift to returning her voice after losing it following brain surgery.
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With hospital closure, comes challenges for EMS
Lack of access to local effective medical treatment poses issues for the people of Fulton.
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Callaway County United Way gets new executive director
Laura Burg has taken over Misty Dothage's position as executive director of the Callaway County United Way.
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The Holts Summit Soup Kitchen is ‘running really good’
The Holts Summit Soup Kitchen continues to do well, serving the Callaway County community.
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Callaway County United Way receives $13,128 donation
Callabyte Technology, a local internet provider, has donated $13,128 to the Callaway County United Way to celebrate Callabyte's Charitable Campaign.
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Sheriff’s office K9 completes training
The Callaway County Sheriff's Office has welcomed a new K9 to their task force, after completion of training.
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Circus dazzles Fulton with performances
The Fulton Event Center was filled with smells of popcorn and children's happiness during the All-American Circus on Monday.
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Local band finds family in each other
Members of the Double Vision band are more than just colleagues, they are family.
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Senior expo helps older adults with local resources
The Callaway County Senior Expo was hosted at the Callaway Christian Church on Friday, to provide a wide range of resources in one place.
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Trivia night coming to Holts Summit
The Holts Summit Lions Club is hosting its first-ever trivia night to benefit KidSight at 7 p.m. on Aug. 11, at the Holts Summit Lions Club building (116 East …
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Oasis Institute helps older adults with “healthy aging”
The Oasis Institute aims to provide more stimulating programs to older adults in Callaway and Audrain Counties.
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Fulton Kiwanis Club honors scholarship recipient
Gavin Rasmussen was honored at the Fulton Kiwanis Club meeting on Thursday, for being one of the five scholarship recipients.
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Power outages zap Fulton
The City of Fulton had multiple power outages early Wednesday morning, due to storms and lighting.
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Tasty testicles coming to the VFW
The 2nd annual testicle festival will come back to the Fulton Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) 2657 Post.
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Wyatt Salmons commemorated with sunflowers
When Wyatt Salmons passed away in 2020 from Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), an aggressive form of brain cancer, his favorite flower was sunflowers.
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Concert series offers free entertainment
The Mexico Community Band kicked off the first of three free concerts hosted by the Fulton Parks and Recreation Department on July 20.
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New fire truck coming to North Callaway
The North Callaway Fire Protection District has been awarded a federal grant to get a new fire truck within two years.
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New organization helps girls realize ‘their voice does matter’
A Girl Like Me Network welcomed a new organizational branch in Fulton in June, with the goal of bringing empowerment to adolescent women.
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Youth work ethic displayed at Callaway County Youth Expo
For months, brother and sister duo Gage and Ella Baker have been getting up at 7 a.m. every day to feed, wash, groom and train their cross-bred cattle.
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Community sprouts at garden show
Smiles and flowers blossomed on Wednesday at the Callaway Electric Cooperative meeting room, during the Fulton Garden Clubs Horticulture Speciality Flower Show.
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Holts Summit police officers honored for ‘life-saving actions’
Two Holts Summit police officers were honored with the "Life Saving Award" at the Holts Summit City Council meeting on Tuesday.
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100-year anniversary of Kiwanis Club brings events
The Kiwanis Club of Fulton is set to host a banquet and children's event to celebrate its 100-year anniversary.
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Ukrainian missionary comes to Fulton seeking help
Zhenya Zghodynskyi has traveled about 5,556 miles from Odesa, Ukraine to Fulton to share his ministry.
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Tebbetts Fishing Tournament returns for a 2nd year
The 2nd annual Tebbetts Fishing Tournament for catfish is set for July 29, with prizes for first, second and third place and the biggest fish contest.
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Faith Maternity Care discusses new mother referrals, transitional programs
Kingdom Ministries' Faith Maternity Care of Mid-Missouri is working to create a transitional program and asked the community to refer new mothers to its progra…
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10th annual blood drive remembers Super Sam
Before 6-year-old, Sam Santhuff passed away in 2014 from rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer, he received about 140 blood transfusions for his cancer.
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Elite Dance team wins first place at nationals
Five members of the Elite Dance team won first place overall in their division at a national dance competition last week.
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Kiwanis Club acknowledges scholarship winners, upcoming event
The Kiwanis Club of Fulton honored scholarship recipients and highlighted the upcoming youth event at the club's meeting on Thursday.
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Afghan Resettlement Project wins regional award
The Afghan Resettlement Project has won a community excellence award through its community service efforts.
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New Chief Financial Officer welcomed to Fulton
Dustin Dougherty brings a new face to the City of Fulton financial staff.
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Annual Independence Day Parade creates community
Candy and American flags filled Court Street on Tuesday, during Fulton's annual Independence Day Parade.
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An 11-year legacy, Fulton Fire Department captain retires
Irving Garbison has retired as captain of the Fulton Fire Department, after 11 years of this role.
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‘Higher level of care’ achieved through EMS training
This year, the Callaway County Ambulance District has begun urging its ambulance supervisors and relief supervisors to go through the Critical Care Course.
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First Presbyterian Church of Fulton to host VBS July 30-Aug. 3
The First Presbyterian Church of Fulton will host the free Ecumenical Vacation Bible School at 718 Court St. from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on July 30-Aug. 3.
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Callaway County Senior Expo set for August
For the first time in four years, Callaway County is hosting an event for the county's aging population.
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Fulton church offers free cooling station
The Journey, an Episcopal Church in Fulton, harbors a free place to escape the heat.
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Pharmacy Professor grew up learning from local pharmacy
Anastasia Armbruster, a Fulton native, has climbed the ladder of success to become a Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Health Sciences and Ph…
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Fulton and Auxvasse under burn ban
As of June 28, the City of Fulton has stopped issuing burn permits and the City of Auxvasse is under a burn ban.
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Fulton graduate represents city, competes at International Thespian Festival
From June 18 to 23, Vi Lowe was the first student ever to represent the Fulton Public Schools Theater Department at the International Thespian Festival in Bloo…
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Bartley Elementary School finalist to win $100,000 playground
The Bartley Elementary School in Fulton is a national finalist to win a free playground worth $100,000 in the "Recess Redo" contest.
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Community members offer guidance for upcoming July 4 celebrations
As July 4 approaches, fireworks stands in Fulton reflect on the prediction of the firework season and local ordinances highlight rules for fireworks.
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Native member of Fulton excels in the military thanks to local support
As a Fulton native, Colonel Ned Holt has used his support and knowledge from the Fulton community to excel in his military career.
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Fulton Public School Foundation celebrates 20th anniversary
This year, the Fulton Public School Foundation is celebrating 20 years of aiding the community.
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New disc golf equipment business comes to town
Bangin Chains LLC will bring disc golf equipment to Fulton starting on June 25.
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New WIC vouchers apply to farmers markets
From June 1 until Oct. 31, Callaway County recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), can redeem up to $20 in ben…
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Local Lemon Program teaches entrepreneurism
The Callaway County Chamber of Commerce used the Local Lemon Program to teach youth about entrepreneurism.
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Central Church to host free Vacation Bible School
The Central Church in Fulton will host a free food truck-themed Vacation Bible School July 18 through 20, aimed at teaching "God's provisions."
