Pike County News

09/12/2026

It was tough going for the Bobcats through the first quarter Friday evening. It took time to find their footing, but once they did, there was no stopping them.
The Wildcats won the toss, but deferred to the second half. The Bobcats started moving the ball well. No. 23, Dillon Grote, returned the kickoff to nearly midfield. No. 15, Bennett Hickerson caught a pass from No. 7, Dylan McMenamy for a first down. Two more first downs put the Bobcats in striking distance of the end zone. No. 28, Gary Welch, brought the ball to the 6-yard line. A fumble had the offense scrambling, but Welch recovered the ball. The Wildcats were able to stop the Bowling Green advance and they turned over the ball on downs.

09/10/2026

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — A Missouri resident confirmed to have measles was reported to have boarded a Chicago-bound train—Train 318—at the station in Sedalia, Mo., on Aug. 27. The individual is not a Pettis County resident and was only traveling through the Sedalia train station enroute to their intended destination. Available details of this possible measles exposure have been extremely limited thus far, and more information will be provided if it becomes available.
All individuals with possible exposures should watch for the symptoms of measles for 21 days from the date of exposure and contact their local public health agency if symptoms appear. People who think they have measles should isolate themselves and call their health care provider before arriving to be tested. It is important to let the provider know of the concern for measles and to get instructions on how to come to the office for diagnosis without exposing other people to the virus.

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09/10/2026

The Louisiana Rotary Club is offered the opportunity to apply for Community Assistance Program grants each year. This is money that comes back the local club from the Rotary District through the its foundation given by all Rotary International members, is a chance to help causes that mean a lot at the local level.

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09/09/2026

Today, MeMe’s Pantry in Bowling Green celebrated its 35th anniversary with a free meal for their customers.
They served pork burgers, hot dogs, chips and anniversary cake. The breakfast and lunch restaurant, started by Joyce Spegal opened in 1991. She was helped by her daughter, Pam Kottwitz, and her daughter-in-law, Jamie Spegal.
Pam said MeMe’s was packed all day with people coming in to wish them a happy anniversary and to enjoy the food.

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09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication & contributions of workers throughout our communities.

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Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

09/07/2026

Missourians will vote in November on the gerrymandered congressional map muscled through the Legislature in 2025, the Missouri Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Thursday.
The court also ruled the congressional districts used in Missouri’s August primary cannot be used in the Nov. 3 general election.
The decision puts a congressional plan before voters for the first time since 1922 and affirms that the Missouri Constitution’s provision allowing voter-initiated referenda applies to redistricting plans as well as almost all other legislation.

By Rudi KellerMissouri Independent Congressional elections will be held in the district lines drawn in 2022 Missourians will vote in November on the gerrymandered congressional map muscled… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

09/06/2026

Tricia Brooks was named the new director for The Learning Center here in Bowling Green. She succeeds Rebecca Glenn, who had been at the preschool for 23 years.
Glenn and Brooks spoke to the Bowling Green Rotary Club last week to help the members understand what the Learning Center does for the community.
“We are licensed for 95 children,” Glenn said. “We have 170-plus kids on the waiting list. It’s difficult to get in,” she added, because, “we serve children who have developmental delays and disabilities.

09/06/2026

The Perseverance Lodge No. 92 in Louisiana, Mo., donated $9,000 to the Judevine Center for Autism in Louisiana to help with the construction of the center’s playground.
The Perseverance Lodge in Louisiana was founded in 1847, said Tim Carter.
“It’s a CAP grant,” Carter added. “We raised $3,000, and the Missouri Masonic Home contributed $6,000 as a match.

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09/06/2026

At the end of August, Patriot Paranormal and ESP Paranormal Couple had a chance to tour the old Pike County Hospital in Louisiana.
The last time the building was occupied was 2003. When it first opened in 1928, it signaled a new beginning for modern medicine in Pike County. It was later known as Smith-Barr Manor when it provided care for senior citizens.
Lora Colley, with Patriot Paranormal, said it took her about eight months to track down the building’s owner and get permission to tour the old building.

09/05/2026

At the end of last week’s game against Clark County, Bobcat head coach Cody Spegal said this week’s contest against Palmyra was probably going to be one of the toughest, if not the toughest game the team would face this season.
Even with all the preparation leading up to Friday’s game, the Bobcats still came up short, falling to the Palmyra Panthers 56 – 20.

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