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In-progress emergency call center reaches substantial completion

The in-development emergency call center reached its official substantial completion date on Wednesday, with the exception of the elevator. The decision came after a meeting between the county and …

Local, state candidates speak at Laclede County Democrats meeting

The Laclede County Democrats Central Committee hosted the two Laclede County Sheriff candidates, Greg Mattes and Matt Frederick, Eastern Commissioner candidate Laina Starnes, and democratic candidate …

Gravel Bar and Grill a total loss after fire Saturday

The Gravel Bar and Grill at Sand Springs Resort was damaged by a fire early Saturday. Although the building itself was a loss, resort operator Jack Glendenning said he was grateful that there were no …

Frederick, Mattes seeking sheriff's office

Laclede County voters will face choices for three county offices in the Aug. 6 Republican primary election. Matt Frederick and Gregory Mattes are vying to replace Sheriff David Millsap. Incumbent …

Chamber moving in the right direction, director says

A year into her role as Executive Director of the Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce, Ashley Mahan and her executive administrative assistant, Christina Knight, have seen growth come to the …

Park Board updated on construction

The Lebanon Park Board discussed its May financial report and received updates on its summer programs as well as construction taking place in various parks at its monthly meeting Wednesday. Parks …

Gospel Spectacular celebrates 42 years

A long-running musical tradition in Laclede County will continue this year when the 42nd annual New Horizons Gospel Spectacular is held July 26 through July 28 at the Cowan Civic Center. Danny …

Governor candidate Eigel campaigns in Lebanon

Bill Eigel, a candidate for governor, made a campaign stop in Lebanon Friday morning. Eigel spoke to supporters at Cafe’ Judes in Downtown Lebanon. He fielded questions about how he would deal …

County Clerk discusses election processes and security at last Thursday’s Rotary meeting

Laclede County Clerk Linda Cansler discussed Security and processes planned for the August primary election at Thursday’s Lebanon Rotary Club luncheon. “When we have election judges out there, …

Laclede County Fair concludes for another year

The Laclede County Fair ended with fireworks on Saturday, and fair manager Baleigh Bilger spoke with the Record over email on the fair’s success, which Bilger noted as significant. “We are …

County, city announce agreement to consolidate 911 services

The Laclede County Commission and the Lebanon City Council are working on an agreement to consolidate the Lebanon Police Department’s Dispatch Center and Laclede County 911 Communications Center, …

Lebanon fire inspector issued summons for theft charge

Lebanon Fire Inspector Andrew Keith Jordan has been issued a court summons to appear Monday to answer the felony charge of stealing $750 or more. The charge concerns currently unaccounted for …

Laclede Shriner proposes temple on behalf of Australian clubs

RENO—This week, Laclede County Shriner George Huth presented a proposal on behalf of the Australian clubs during the Shriners’ 2024 Imperial Session to establish the first Shrine Temple on the …

R-3 School Board recognizes Shepherd's Pack as difference Makers

The Lebanon R-3 School Board celebrated Shepherd’s Pack as July’s Difference Makers, listened to a presentation on the district’s Continuous School Improvement program and looked ahead to …

Pageant, fireworks, concert open this year's Laclede County Fair

Saturday’s Community Night kicked off the week-long Laclede County Fair with pageantry, Sunday’s Church Youth Night provided a sermon, Monday brought exhibitors of all manner of livestock onto …

City Council discusses ATV ordinance

The Lebanon City Council gave preliminary approval Monday to an ordinance that will allow additional types of vehicles on city streets. The Council gave first reading approval to the law that …

City plans limited debris pickup

Limited curbside limb and brush pickup for storm debris will start on Monday, July 15, Mayor Jared Carr announced at Monday’s Lebanon City Council meeting. The city said pickup will cover the …

MoDOT to hold I-44 meeting in Lebanon

Planned improvements for I-44 are the topic for a meeting set in Lebanon next month. The Missouri Department of Transportation is conducting an environmental study, called Forward 44, of more than …

Power outages reported after Thursday night storm

The City of Lebanon experienced some downed lines and power outages after a storm Thursday night. The city reported at 1:31 a.m. that about 500 customers were without power and crews were making …

Police, local business warn of counterfeit bills

Lazy Lee’s One Stop #4 is warning community members of counterfeit bills that may be in circulation after an incident at their business last Friday. Store manager Bonnie Saltzman spoke with the …
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