Cuba Free Press

10/26/2025

Applications Open for 2026 Missouri Youth Pork Ambassador Scholarship Program

The Missouri Pork Association (MPA) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Youth Pork Ambassador Program. This program provides students the opportunity to actively engage with leaders in Missouri’s pork industry while earning a $1,000 scholarship, payable to any technical school, community college, or four-year institution.

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The Missouri Pork Association (MPA) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Youth Pork Ambassador Program. This program provides students the opportunity to actively engage with leaders in …

10/26/2025

Meramec Regional Planning Commission to discuss Crawford County transportation needs Oct. 28

ST. JAMES—Meramec Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) Executive Director Bonnie Prigge, Planning Manager Anne Freand and Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Meramec Area Engineer Preston Kramer will meet with Crawford County commissioners and citizens to discuss transportation needs on the state system Oct. 28, 2025, at the Courthouse Commission meeting room, 111 Third St., Steelville. The meeting will start at 10 a.m.

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ST. JAMES—Meramec Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) Executive Director Bonnie Prigge, Planning Manager Anne Freand and Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) Meramec Area Engineer …

10/25/2025

Wildcats dominate second half to defeat Bayless

After a tough stretch of five losses in a row and a canceled homecoming game, the Cuba High School football team was in need of a feel good win on Oct. 17 during Senior Night. The Wildcats did just that, rebounding from a difficult week with a decisive 48-20 win over Bayless with Hancock on Friday night at Wildcat Pride Field.

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After a tough stretch of five losses in a row and a canceled homecoming game, the Cuba High School football team was in need of a feel good win on Oct. 17 during Senior Night. The Wildcats did just …

10/25/2025

Peoples Bank Celebrates Diane Caudle’s 30th Anniversary with the Bank

Peoples Bank is proud to announce Diane Caudle is celebrating her 30th anniversary with the bank. Caudle’s impact on the organization has been felt by countless people in the community for three decades.

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Peoples Bank is proud to announce Diane Caudle is celebrating her 30th anniversary with the bank. Caudle’s impact on the organization has been felt by countless people in the community for …

10/24/2025

Lady Cats’ season ends after loss in Districts to Sullivan

The Cuba High School softball team’s season wrapped up this week after hosting Newburg on Oct. 13 and competing in Districts on Oct. 15 against Sullivan.

Against Newburg, the Lady Wildcats fell into an 8-0 hole after two innings.

However, Cuba battled, didn’t get mercy ruled and played all seven innings. The Wildcats ended up falling 15-2, but recorded nine hits and had multiple standouts.

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The Cuba High School softball team’s season wrapped up this week after hosting Newburg on Oct. 13 and competing in Districts on Oct. 15 against Sullivan. Against Newburg, the Lady …

10/24/2025

Crawford County elections management clerk retires after 25 years

Crawford County Commissioners honored De Dee Hamilton at their weekly meeting on Oct. 14 with a plaque and heartfelt gratitude for her 25-year career with the county, including time as the elections manager and deputy clerk.

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Crawford County Commissioners honored De Dee Hamilton at their weekly meeting on Oct. 14 with a plaque and heartfelt gratitude for her 25-year career with the county, including time as the elections …

10/23/2025

District Semifinal Thursday from the MSHSAA C2D6 Volleyball Tournament at Hermann High School beginning with the top seed Hermann Lady Bearcats taking on the fifth seed Bourbon Lady Warhawks.

10/23/2025

Here is the Cuba and Bourbon Sports schedule for the coming week. Click here for the latest sports coverage for the Cuba Wildcats and the Bourbon Warhawks, available because of our sponsors. To become a sports booster, please email [email protected]

10/22/2025

Good Wednesday morning from Bourbon Middle School and daytime girls basketball action between the Bland Lady Bears and Bourbon Lady Warhawks beginning with a 2-quarter B team game.

10/21/2025

We’re here at Cuba High School for a first round matchup in Districts between the Lady Wildcats and the Salem Lady Tigers! Stay tuned for updates on the match

10/20/2025

More Deer Activity This Time of Year

Drivers are reminded to watch for deer, which are more active this time of year, especially during evening and nighttime hours. Deer behavioral changes will be occurring due to mating season, which may cause an increase in roadway crossings. Hunting and crop harvesting may result in these animals being in places they aren’t usually seen. Drivers are urged to remain alert.

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Drivers are reminded to watch for deer, which are more active this time of year, especially during evening and nighttime hours. Deer behavioral changes will be occurring due to mating season, …