The Prospect-News

06/13/2026

Doniphan standout Keaton Willcut chooses Hannibal-LaGrange after 20-plus offers, citing a strong connection with coaches and campus as he prepares for collegiate baseball.

Doniphan standout Keaton Willcut chooses Hannibal-LaGrange after 20-plus offers, citing a strong connection with coaches and campus as he prepares for collegiat...

06/12/2026

Doniphan sharpshooter Lansing Todd steps into a feature role as a senior, broadening his game beyond scoring amid rigorous offseason work.

06/12/2026

Doniphan R-1 band students River King and Paeton Falk earn $1,300-per-semester music scholarships to perform with Three Rivers College bands while pursuing science and music education paths.

Doniphan R-1 band students River King and Paeton Falk earn $1,300-per-semester music scholarships to perform with Three Rivers College bands while pursuing scie...

06/11/2026

Feeling under spiritual attack after following Jesus? This reflection likens God's painful chiseling work in our lives to Michelangelo sculpting David.

06/11/2026

After approving funds for a $6,000 rescue boat, the Naylor council failed to complete the purchase amid funding and insurance disputes, as the city now operates without a mayor.

After approving funds for a $6,000 rescue boat, the Naylor council failed to complete the purchase amid funding and insurance disputes, as the city now operates...

06/11/2026

Sixth Annual ReeseFest in Naylor offered music, merryment

06/10/2026

FreedomFest 2026 brings two nights of JB Rodeo, kids events, music, dance and fireworks to Ripley County Fairground June 26–27; armbands start at $10, kids 12 and under free.

FreedomFest 2026 brings two nights of JB Rodeo, kids events, music, dance and fireworks to Ripley County Fairground June 26–27; armbands start at $10, kids 12 a...

06/03/2026

Four Doniphan Dons were named to the Class 4 District 1 All-District team after the program’s winningest spring since 2021 and a district semifinal run.

06/03/2026

Troop E in Poplar Bluff announces promotions: Joshua B. Doyle and Christopher E. Leach to sergeant, and Austin J. Leroux to corporal, with Leach and Leroux assigned to Zone 2.

Troop E in Poplar Bluff announces promotions: Joshua B. Doyle and Christopher E. Leach to sergeant, and Austin J. Leroux to corporal, with Leach and Leroux assi...

06/03/2026

Approaching 69, a woman reflects on faith, aging and health as she steps out of her comfort zone with senior-center workouts, at-home chair yoga and small daily moves toward fitness.

Approaching 69, a woman reflects on faith, aging and health as she steps out of her comfort zone with senior-center workouts, at-home chair yoga and small daily...