There was no pomp and circumstance, but members of the Class of 2020 got a little recognition Friday (May 29) as they assembled for the first time since mid-March (albeit socially distant, in vehicles) and paraded down Main Street before friends and well-wishers.Â
The last day of school usually comes with some smiles, some tears, some hugs... but in this most different of school years, the last day comes with social distancing, face masks and books and bags passed through car windows. The scene Wednesday (May 27) at Festus Intermediate School and Fest…
Sponsored by the Twin City Area Optimist Club and Leader Publications
Check out photos from Jefferson College’s March 5 softball game against Mineral Area College.
The exhibition basketball team raised $4,000 for the Arnold Chamber of Commerce during their visit.
Ten months after his passing, 7-year-old Jackson Schmitt and his family have made an immense impact in the Jefferson/St. Louis area to raise funds for child cancer research.
The Lions won 51-44 against the Rams.
The Pioneers won 4-1 against the Warriors.
The luncheon, formerly named the Black History Luncheon, drew over 500 people for its 25th anniversary.
Over 350 people attended the event, raising almost $75,000 for Comtrea’s A Safe Place, a local domestic violence shelter.
Enjoy scenes from the fair. More than 500 people attended, raising $1,305 for BackStoppers.
About 860 people turned out for the event, held at Northwest High School in Cedar Hill.
About 50 people participated in the march, held Jan. 19 in the Twin Cities, on a blustery winter day.
Over 100 children and adults enjoyed face-painting, arts and crafts, bowling and an appearance from Santa.
Three days into the tournament Hillsboro won 50-39 against Arcadia Valley, Festus lost 51-43 to North County and Jefferson lost 90-49 to South Iron.Â
Almost 1,000 people attended the ceremony, with a performance by the De Soto High School Choir, a story reading by Santa Claus and more.
About 225 people attended the dinner, held at Jefferson College in Hillsboro. Proceeds go to the college foundation.
The fourth annual WinterFest featured an ice rink, carriage rides, a petting zoo and other attractions.
The 91st annual parade drew about 100 floats and groups, with lots of spectators along the route. Â
30-degree temperatures didn’t stop a large crowd from watching the annual parade on Dec. 2.
Tickets are available for the tour at locations around De Soto and online at gethealthydesoto.org.Â
The Oscar Wilde classic comedy, "The Importance of Being Earnest," was subtitled by its author as "A Trivial Comedy for Serious People," but even if you're not so serious, you'll enjoy the Festus Theater Department's presentation of this farce.
Ted Howell photosÂ
More than 500 job seekers attended the fair, held at the Fox C-6 Service Center.
The Dittmer-based organization is celebrating five years of providing non-electronic entertainment options for kids.
Email Signup
Latest News
- Pool at the Timbers of Eureka will not open this season
- Health officials say the county has had one more COVID-19 death, for total of 16
- Section of I-44 outside Eureka shut down because of vehicle fire
- Unlocked car with keys inside it stolen from outside Imperial home
- Arnold Thrift Store to expand hours since reopening this month
- ICYMI: Eureka voters to decide fate of city’s water, sewer systems
- ICYMI: De Soto city, school district look at building civic center
- COVID-19 'outbreaks' reported at five long-term care facilities in the county
Most Popular
Articles
- De Soto woman killed, Pacific man charged with DWI in crash in Richwoods
- Barnhart man faces murder charge in death of Festus man
- Kimberly Portell, 62, Crystal City
- Barnhart man arrested for allegedly killing Festus man
- Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office identifies suspect in trailer theft
- Gordmans store in Crystal City appears to be closing
- St. Louis woman arrested for alleged DWI following ATV accident that left two High Ridge residents hurt
- Arnold Police arrest St. Louis man for allegedly creating disturbance at park
- Two St. Louis men face charges for their alleged roles in the theft of a car in Cedar Hill
- Schools granted leniency for 2020-2021 school year start date
