The Marshall Democrat-News

A Sedalia woman suffered minor injuries in a three-vehicle crash on Interstate 70 in Saline County Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 8, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report. Full Story »

At least one person was injured in a two-car collision about 5:30 p.m. in Marshall. Marshall police, fire and ambulance crews responded to the intersection of state Highway 240 and Lincoln Avenue. Full Story »

After being restricted to priority groups for about two months, the H1N1 vaccine is now available to all Saline County residents, health department Assistant Administrator Russ Donnell said Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 8. Full Story »

On page 2: Nutrition advice and stories about colon cancer and brain scans on the health page. On page 3: Advice from Annie's Mailbox and the calendar of events. Entertainment news from The Associated Press. Full Story »

Anyone responsible for announcing cancellations or postponements of school or community events due to inclement weather can get the news to the community fast by contacting The Marshall Democrat-News. Full Story »

Anyone responsible for announcing cancellations or postponements of school or community events and activities due to bad weather can let us know. Call 660-886-2233 or email marshalleditor@socket.net . We'll post notices on our Web site ASAP. Full Story »

Marshall-Saline Development Corporation entered into a contract with Slater High School's graduating class of 1965 during MSDC's board meeting Tuesday, Dec. 8. Full Story »

In their meeting Tuesday morning, Dec. 8, Saline County Commissioners announced the upcoming consolidation of Division 4 and Division 6 court administration under the leadership of Circuit Court Clerk Sharon Crawford. Full Story »

Improving on last year's results by one, two students from Marshall High School were selected to participate in Missouri state instrumental music groups at auditions held Saturday, Dec. 5, in Columbia. Full Story »

At the end of December, Marshall City Administrator Charles Tryban will retire from his position, he announced at the Marshall City Council meeting Monday evening, Dec. 7. Full Story »

On page 2: Tips from Missouri Department of Transportation about driving in winter weather. On page 3: Advice from Annie's Mailbox and the calendar of events. News from the Arrow Rock NSDAR. Full Story »

Clyde H. Fisher, 47, of Boonville, was sentenced to terms of 25 years and five years, respectively, for class A felony robbery in the first degree and the unclassified felony of armed criminal action, by Judge Larry D. Harman in a Clay County courtroom Friday, Dec. 4. Full Story »

On a recent Wednesday morning, Judge James T. "Tut" Bellamy surveyed the empty-at-last courtroom just before noon and said, "It didn't used to be like this." Full Story »

Driving on snowy or icy roads requires special attention to safety, according to the Missouri Department of Transportation. MoDOT officials urge motorists to take the following precautions. Full Story »

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Santa Claus made his usual grand entrance Friday, Dec. 4, at the end of the Marshall Chamber of Commerce Christmas parade. More parade photos and video will be posted Monday. Full Story »

A Columbia woman suffered moderate injuries in a one-vehicle crash late Saturday, Dec. 5, on Interstate 70 in Saline County, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol report. Full Story »

The 118th class was the largest to graduate from Missouri Valley College. Degree candidates and their families were solemn and exuberant in turns at the Saturday, May 5, 2007, graduation ceremony. Full Story »

Thirty seniors graduated from Sweet Springs R-7 High School on Friday, May 11. Morgan Smith hands a rose to her grandmother, Mary Ann Keeney, while the graduates honor friends and family that helped them through high school. This was a very emotional time to all graduates. Full Story »

Santa Fe High School graduated 25 seniors with several academic and athletic honors on Sunday, May 20. Candace Twiggs opened the commencement ceremonies by singing "Believe in Yourself" by Charlie Smalls. Full Story »

On what was characterized as an "almost perfect" day for an outside graduation, Marshall High School's class of 2007 bid farewell to one phase of education and life and launched themselves into the next. Full Story »

Richard Clemens, chairman of the Saline County BBQ anniversary committee, honors past co-chairmen of the event. Clemens called to the stage past chairs so they could be recognized for their role in keeping the event going year after year. Full Story »

Carson and Barnes Circus came to the Saline County Fairgrounds and put on two magnificient shows involving elephants, high-wire and trapeze acts, and the ever-so-popular clowns on Monday, June 25. Full Story »

Blackburn celebrated its 128th anniversary Hawaiian-style on Saturday, June 23. These young Hula dancers were one of many special entertainment groups performing during the Blackburn's 128th anniversary celebration. Full Story »

The 2007 Saline County Fair kicked off on Saturday, July 14, with local 4-H and FFAers showing livestock and other project exhibits. Other entertainment included a demolition derby, musical jamboree, country showdown and much more. Full Story »