I live in north Missouri. I’m a freelance writer and a small business owner. For nine years, I’ve poured my energy into running a boutique and building a career with words. No kids. No safety net. And still, I struggle.
The 43rd annual Ewigman Family Reunion was held Saturday, July 26, at the Lake Nehai Clubhouse with 177 family members and 11 guests attending. This year’s chairpersons were Willie Ewigman and Ryenn Watson. The Pat Bradford family prepared the meat which was delicious deep fried catfish. Dennis and Sally Swenson were in charge of registration, and noted there are 314 registered descendants in the Ewigman Family. The Jim Ewigman family was in charge of set-up and clean-up. The silent auction was organized by Ashley Collins. Family group photos were taken by David and Erin Tilghman.
The Linn County Memorial Post 538 of the American Legion met on Tuesday, August 12, in Linneus. The Girls State attendee, Alivia Cox, from Meadville reported on her attendance at Girls State; she gave a very interesting report. In attendance were John Shaul, Rick Scruggs, Dwayne Murphy, Paul Chapman, Ralph Ham, Fred Duncan, Allen Powell, Mary Ham, Danelle Herring and Eudora Fitzpatrick.
Whether you’re an Eagle, a Dragon, a Bulldog, a Hornet, a Wildcat, or a Tiger — it’s that time of year! My social media page is full of excited cuties that maybe weren’t quite ready for the school year to close and proud Mamas posting their senior Sunday updates.
There’s a certain electricity that settles over the Missouri State Fairgrounds in Sedalia after the sun dips below the horizon. The dust from a day’s worth of livestock shows and foot traffic begins to settle, the smell of kettle corn and funnel cakes drifts lazily through the air, and the grandstand lights take on a warm glow that promises the night is far from over. The infamous fair has been on the run here this first and mid part of August.
Maybe I dove into this topic because of the passing of Ozzy Osbourne this week or maybe I’ve just been itching for good tunes. But—- Remember when going to a concert didn’t feel like applying for a loan?
A Happy Birthday is wished for Rachel Young, Roger Neal, Janell Falconer, Derick Dennis, Gregory Sensenich on July 6, Kelton Livingston, Debbie Gabrielson, David Dudley, Kellie Hamilton, Hunter Hamilton, David Long, Timber Hinnen on July 7, Natalie Beaderstadt, Hillary Bigham, Todd Young, Kenny Sparks, Bryden Zell on July 8, Prudence Friesenhahn, Joyce Crawford, Melissa Pinney, Julie Schmitz, Theresa Triplett, Zach Dawson, Trinity Evans on July 9, Allee Myers, Daniel Jackson, Natisha Shiflett, Clint Elliott, Sharon Narr, Lisa Misenheimer on July 10, Steve Young, Kathleen Bond, MacKenzie Dennis, Lillian Rae Falconer, Felicity Manley on July 11, Caleb Dennis on July 12.
There’s something nostalgic about a town square—the quiet charm of locally owned shops, the familiar faces behind the counter, and the sense that community really does mean something here. It was during a conversation with a shopkeeper recently, standing right on one of those time-worn squares, that I was reminded just how vital these small businesses are—not just to our economy, but to our way of life.
Linn County Farm Bureau Board met Thursday, June 19, in Brookfield. Those attending were Steve and Jill Hardy, Dana Lane, Holly Switzer, Philip Martin, Donald Herring and Rachael Osterman.
There’s something magical about summer. Not the kind of magic that comes from fireworks or family vacations, (well…OK— those are really great parts about it too) but the kind that sneaks in with the hum of cicadas and the slow drip of a melting popsicle. It’s a nostalgia-soaked kind of wonder—the kind that lives in bare feet on hot pavement, the smell of chlorine and cut grass, and the timeless thrill of chasing lightning bugs with nothing but a jar and a little bit of hope.