Democrat News

12/11/2025

See behind the scenes of Shrek Jr The Musical which will be performed at KABMS on Friday

Fredericktown schools unite for ‘Shrek Jr The Musical’ on Friday By Matt Morey | December 11, 2025 | 0 Fredericktown 8th Grader Tennessee Royer, (center) practices choreography with Elementary Music Teacher Sarah Stacy (left) for her role as Donkey in Shrek Jr The Musial at Kelly A. Burlison Mid...

12/10/2025

The bidder torched the rusted screws of the historic sign on South Main, which has seen no shortage of bumpers. He aims to bring it back to town at some point after some restoration, perhaps in a different place and form

Lucky bidder plans to restore and return historic sign to Fredericktown By Matt Morey | December 10, 2025 | 0 PROTECTED CONTENT If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Username and Pas...

12/10/2025

Shop With a Hero will be next Wednesday at 8 a.m. at Walmart

Shop With a Hero returns next Wednesday By Designated Writer | December 10, 2025 | 0 Teri Moss, Contributing Writer A student shops with heroes Adam Lamb and “Tex.” Photo provided by Joe Clauser, Archived Photo Organizers for Shop With a Hero have been working all year to raise funds for their e...

12/09/2025

Little to no discussion was made before all aldermen present voted 'aye' to the agreement which had terms for both parties

Fredericktown aldermen agree to cease impeachment in settlement with mayor By Matt Morey | December 8, 2025 | 0 The Fredericktown Board of Aldermen agreed with the mayor to abstain from pursuing the impeachment hearing on Monday night. Pictured left to right: City Administrator James Settle, Mayor T...

12/05/2025

In 2025, Madison County Recovery Allies moved into their Recovery Community Center, from a small building into a former church.

MCRA, which provides support services for substance use and behavioral health disorders, saw incredible growth this year, and are looking to support other counties soon.

After year of growth, MCRA looks spread its wings in 2026 By Matt Morey | December 3, 2025 | 0 PROTECTED CONTENT If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Username and Password Help Plea...

12/04/2025

"The district manager just showed up today and closed it."

The restaurant has been open for over 30 years in the area.

Fredericktown Hardee’s abruptly closes, employees without notice By Matt Morey | December 4, 2025 | 0 The Hardee’s on 501 E Highway 72 was suddenly closed down, at around 11:30 a.m. according to employees on Dec. 4, 2025. After over 30 years in Fredericktown, Hardee’s has abruptly shut down. A...

12/03/2025

Worship leader turned songwriter's new song "The Living Water" will be released Dec. 4 on streaming platforms

Singer-songwriter is ‘Living Water’ in first single By Matt Morey | December 3, 2025 | 0 PROTECTED CONTENT If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Username and Password Help Please...

12/03/2025

Fredericktown delays impeachment trial to January 7 By Matt Morey | December 3, 2025 | 0 PROTECTED CONTENT If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Username and Password Help Please ent...

12/01/2025

Miracles on Main Street will return to Madison County on Dec. 6 for its 10th celebration, ushering in the joy and festivities of Christmas with its parade, vendor booths, lights in Azalea and – who but that Kris Kringle?

The parade will begin at 6:00 p.m. from Rockwall Park near the town pool and travel up South Main to the Courtsquare.

Miracles on Main Street returns, Dec. 6 By Matt Morey | November 26, 2025 | 0 Santa will have is own parade caboose as part of the ‘grand finale’ at this year’s Miracle’s on Main Street. Archived Photo Miracles on Main Street will return to Madison County this year on Dec. 6 for its 10th cel...

11/28/2025

Showing increased maturity amid a raucous capacity crowd, Arcadia Valley dethroned the greatest uninterrupted dynasty in the expansive history of the event.

Fredericktown committed just seven turnovers, and edged West County 55-47 in overtime Thursday night for third place in the Arcadia Valley Thanksgiving Tournament.

This was after a defensive, heartbreaking semifinal against South Iron on Wednesday at 39 - 43.

Arcadia Valley dethrones South Iron to take Thanksgiving trophy By Matt King | November 28, 2025 | 0 PROTECTED CONTENT If you’re a current subscriber, log in below. If you would like to subscribe, please click the subscribe tab above. Username Password Lost your password? Username and Password Hel...

11/28/2025