The Marshall Democrat-News

09/14/2025

Good game, but the Missouri Valley College football team lost at Peru State, 16-8, tonight.

Valley is now 1-1.

09/13/2025

Vikings head to Nebraska for week two matchup

The head-coaching debut of LaQuentin Black was a successful one last Saturday, as the Vikings overcame a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit and eventually held off the visiting Clarke Pride 28-24 on Gregg-Mithcell Field in Marshall.
The Vikings head north and west to Nebraska to tangle with the Peru State Bobcats in week two, Saturday, Sept. 13.
The Bobcats dropped their season opener 10-9 on their home field to Panhandle State (Okla.) on Aug. 30, but rebounded to even their overall mark at 1-1 with a 31-17 home victory over the Baker Wildcats last Saturday.
Kickoff is 6 p.m. at the Oak Bowl.

09/13/2025

High School Football
Results of Friday, Sept. 12
NCMC
Richmond 34, at Marshall 28
at Mexico 48, Odessa 43
at Warrensburg 42, Moberly 7
Westran 36, at Fulton 28
at Hannibal 54, Troy Buchanan 26
at Savannah 28, Kirksville 0

8-Man Results
Central River League
I-70 Division
Sweet Springs 64, at Slater 42
Hardin-Central/Norborne 60, at Santa Fe 16
Northwest (Hughesville)/Otterville 36, at Concordia 26
North Shelby 44, at Saint Paul 40
at Wellington 63, St. Joseph LeBlond 26
at Orrick 56, BKN Thunder 8

Central River League
South Division
Sweet Springs 64, at Slater 42
Hardin-Central/Norborne 60, at Santa Fe 16
Northwest (Hughesville)/Otterville 36, at Concordia 26
at Orrick 56, BKN Thunder 8
at Paris/Faith Walk 52, Braymer/Southwest (Livingston)/Breckenridge 20

09/13/2025

The Marshall Owls lose a tough one tonight to the visiting Richmond Spartans.

09/12/2025

Compiled by Whitney Barnes Staff Writer Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot Wednesday, Sept. 10, at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University in… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

09/12/2025

The deadline to submit brick applications for the Veterans Memory Walk of Honor pavers is fast approaching. To purchase a brick, pick up an application at any of the following locations: the Collector’s Office, Recorder’s Office or Treasurer’s Office in the Saline County Courthouse, or at Ann ...

09/12/2025

The Sweet Springs Board of Aldermen met Monday, Sept. 8, taking action on several items ranging from employee drug testing to new rules at the city dump.

09/12/2025

During a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 10, Controller Tony Bersano asked the Marshall Municipal Utilities Board of Public Works to authorize its president to sign a letter of understanding for the upcoming Sept. 30, audit with Gerding, Korte & Chitwood.

09/11/2025

by Hobby King/SPORTS EDITOR With a punishing ground game and ball-control offense, and the defense causing two crucial turnovers, the Marshall Owls downed the Boonville… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

09/11/2025

09/11/2025

National POW/MIA Remembrance Day is Friday Sept. 19.

09/11/2025

The Christmas Light Revitalization Committee is proud to announce exciting enhancements to Marshall’s holiday decorations, bringing renewed charm and festive spirit to the community. This season, 116 new Christmas pole light decorations will adorn the streets of Marshall, creating a warm and welco...