Marshfield Mail

10/08/2025

10/08/2025

⛽️ A Piece of Route 66 History Preserved in Webster County:

After decades along the Niangua River Bridge, a historic Route 66 gas station has found a permanent home right here in Marshfield. This landmark, once a roadside stop for travelers along America’s Mother Road, now stands as a tribute to our county’s role in Route 66 history.

A "Top of the Ozarks" Route 66 sign will be placed at the site ahead of the centennial celebration this spring, offering visitors and tourists not just a glimpse of the past, but a reminder of the road that connected communities across the nation. With Route 66 celebrating 100 years in 2026, the station’s preservation is a proud moment for Webster County and an exciting addition to the growing list of stops along Missouri’s stretch of the famous highway.

Read more about the history and future of this community treasure HERE:

On Thursday Oct. 2, a small wooden gas station that once served motorists along old Route 66 was permanently placed in its new home off the roundabout at Hubble Drive and Banning Street in Marshfield. The 100-year-old structure, believed to be an original Phillips 66 station, now stands as the cente...

10/08/2025

The Mail caught up with DEK of Hearts following their appearance on The Voice. Shortly after forming their band, they played their first show right here in Marshfield opening for Rhonda Vincent.

From the Marshfield Community Center to the stage at Universal Studios, this trio has recently amassed national attention.

Read more about their journey HERE:

A Marshfield native and his bandmates recently took center stage on NBC’s The Voice, earning a coveted four-chair turn during their blind audition and winning over millions of viewers across the country.

10/08/2025

The Webster County Health Unit recently joined a full-scale, multi-agency vaccination exercise to test regional readiness in the event of a public health emergency. The drill brought together 150 participants from 19 different agencies to practice responding to a simulated measles outbreak.

Read more HERE:

The Webster County Health Unit recently participated in a full-scale, multi-agency vaccination exercise designed to test regional readiness in the event of a public health emergency.

10/08/2025

We found out!

Motorists along Spur Drive were treated to an unusual sight on Thursday, Oct. 2, as a group of inflatable dinosaurs paraded down the street, drawing honks, laughter, and plenty of cell phone videos.

10/02/2025

💖 Three local women opened up about their journeys with breast cancer, sharing the challenges, resilience, and hope that shaped their experiences.

Teresa Meizler, Brenda Crawford and Melanie Fraker's powerful stories remind us of the importance of early detection, community, and support.

These conversations were part of a special Breast Cancer Awareness event hosted by the Marshfield Mail in partnership with Southern Charmed Boutique and Hometown Supplements.

Read the full story HERE:
https://marshfieldmail.com/stories/one-step-at-a-time,78971?

On Thursday, Sept. 25, the Marshfield Mail hosted its annual Breast Cancer Awareness conversation at Southern Charmed Boutique, an evening created in partnership with Hometown Supplements and Southern Charmed to honor local survivors and to talk candidly about the realities of breast cancer. Three l...

10/02/2025

Big congratulations to Greg “H” Holtschneider, who has been inducted into the STAM Hall of Fame as a lifelong Marshfield educator and debate coach!

Learn more about his achievements, the induction at the annual STAM banquet, and what this honor means for the community:
https://marshfieldmail.com/stories/holtschneider-earns-spot-in-stam-hall-of-fame,78976?

Greg “H” Holtschneider, longtime Marshfield educator and debate coach, has been inducted into the Speech and Theatre Association of Missouri (STAM) Hall of Fame. Widely known to generations of Blue Jays simply as “H,” Holtschneider’s name now joins the ranks of the state’s most influenti...

10/02/2025

Sooooo… Who has the scoop on this slew of Tyrannosaurus Rexes?

10/02/2025

Story coming next Wednesday!

10/01/2025

A new cancer support group has been gathering in Marshfield, offering encouragement, resources, and connection for those impacted by cancer.

The next meeting is set for Tuesday, Oct. 14, and organizers invite anyone seeking support, or wanting to support others, to attend.

Learn more about the group’s mission and how to get involved here ⬇️

When Marshfield resident Donald Plevka was diagnosed with stage four metastatic prostate cancer earlier this year, the news was crushing.

10/01/2025

The Marshfield saddle club is hosting a family-friendly fundraiser to support their programs this Friday, and all are welcome! Bring your loved ones for a fun day of activities, food, games, and community spirit.

Find all the details and how you can participate here ⬇️
https://marshfieldmail.com/stories/saddle-club-to-host-family-fundraiser,78903?

The Marshfield Saddle Club is inviting the community to come together for an evening of fun, food, and fundraising on Saturday, Oct. 3.

10/01/2025

These students stepped away from the classroom and into service...

Marshfield Junior High School students recently traded study hall for shopping carts and grocery bags as they volunteered with Wheel Fed to help distribute food to those in need.

Learn more about how these young volunteers made an impact:
https://marshfieldmail.com/stories/marshfield-students-lend-a-hand-at-wheel-fed,78974?

Marshfield Junior High students recently traded their study hall desks for shopping carts and grocery bags, spending the day serving their neighbors through Wheel Fed at Kingdom Church.