Cole County Circuit Judge Richard Callahan issued an order today naming two lawyers in Mexico, Mo. — former Lt. Gov. Joe Maxwell, a Democrat, and Louis Leonatti, a prominent Republican — as “special assistant attorneys general” in the e-mail legal battle involving Gov. Matt Blunt. [read more]

Missouri Military Academy settles wrongful death suit

The parents of a Mexican student killed in a military academy rifle range mix-up will receive $700,000 to settle their wrongful death lawsuit against the school. [read more]

Refuge Youth Ministry Begins Wednesday

Refuge Student Ministries is a community-based youth group dedicated to reaching students (7-12th grade) for Christ and allowing students to use their gifts and talents to lead. [read more]

Goodbye Dagwoods!

Last week it was long-established Dagwoods Subs & Salads. Sadly, they closed the doors and appear to be selling out the equipment. Apparently, there were no takers for the $175,000 price tag to buy the store from owner Tom Gittemeier. [read more]

Popular Sunset Festival is Back for September

Mexico's annual Sunset Festival is back in action this September. The event takes place each Thursday evening in September from 5pm - 8pm on the "square" in downtown Mexico. [read more]