Memphis Democrat

08/26/2026

🎓 College students urged to guard against scams and identity theft

As students head back to campus, BBB is reminding families to talk about protecting money and personal information.

College students may be handling loans, scholarships, budgeting, online shopping and job searches on their own for the first time — making them potential targets for scammers and identity thieves.

BBB recommends keeping sensitive documents secure, watching bank and credit accounts, protecting devices, being cautious with social media ads and researching companies before shopping online or accepting job offers.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/20/college-students-urged-to-guard-against-scams-identity-theft/

08/24/2026

🇺🇸 Scotland County Antique Fair celebrates America’s 250th

The Scotland County Antique Fair will be held Aug. 27-29 around the Memphis square with the theme “Celebrating America 250 Years.”

The three-day event includes breakfast, a Vesper Service, bingo, king and queen crowning, baby show, pet show, talent contest, car show, quilt show, tractor events, co****le, cake walk, pedal tractor pull, bed races, live music by Boot Cut and more.

Families can also enjoy local attractions, including the Downing-Boyer Houses, Memphis Depot, Original Courthouse, Wiggins Tractor Museum and Pheasant airplane display.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/21/scotland-county-antique-fair-celebrating-americas-250/

08/23/2026

🇺🇸 Scotland County R-1 student attends Missouri Boys State

Scotland County R-1 student Jacob Stott recently attended the 86th session of the American Legion Boys State of Missouri at Lindenwood University in St. Charles.

Stott was assigned to Boone City as a member of the Nationalist Party and participated in the Journalism and Media School.

As part of the program, he served as a production manager and teleprompter operator for the daily KMBS TV broadcast produced by students.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/21/stott-attends-american-legion-boys-state/

08/22/2026

🚒 Fire boundary dispute escalates in Scotland County

An ongoing effort to establish fire protection boundaries in Scotland County has escalated after an attorney for Scotland County Fire Corporation sent a cease-and-desist letter to the Gorin District Volunteer Fire Department.

The dispute involves areas both departments have historically covered, along with questions about memberships, response areas and community ties that developed over decades without formal boundary lines.

The letter is not a court order, and no court has ruled on the dispute. Gorin is seeking legal advice, and the boundary issue remains unresolved.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/21/fire-boundary-dispute-escalates-as-scotland-county-fire-sends-cease-and-desist-to-gorin/

08/21/2026

🎭 Great River Players auditions continue for The Outsider

Great River Players will hold remaining auditions for The Outsider, a comedy by Paul Slade Smith, at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23.

Auditions will be held at Great River Players, 17 S. Sixth St., in Keokuk, Iowa. The production will be directed by Sue Scott.

The timely political comedy takes audiences behind the scenes of a governor’s office, where an unexpected change in leadership creates chaos, confusion and plenty of laughs.

Experienced performers and newcomers are welcome to audition. For questions, contact Sue Scott at 660-216-3686.

08/21/2026

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08/19/2026

💰 Missouri businesses may round cash totals starting Aug. 28

Missouri retailers will be allowed to round cash purchase totals to the nearest nickel under a new state law taking effect Aug. 28.

The optional change applies only to cash transactions and only to the final total after merchandise, discounts and sales taxes have been calculated. Noncash payments, including credit cards, debit cards, checks and mobile payments, must still reflect the exact amount.

The Missouri Department of Revenue says rounding will not change businesses’ sales tax obligations.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/14/missouri-retailers-may-round-cash-totals-under-new-law/

08/17/2026

🧵 Quilt raffle winner announced

Congratulations to Ramona Anders of Downing, winner of the quilt raffle held for the Candidates Spotlight event at the Memphis Theater in late July.

A special thank-you goes to Janie Parton for donating the quilt and to everyone who purchased raffle tickets in support of the event.

The winning ticket was purchased at Community Bank of Memphis.

08/14/2026

🐝 Learn about beekeeping at free field day TOMORROW

Northeast Missouri Beekeepers will host a free field day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the Lewis County Airport, about 2 miles east of Monticello on Missouri Highway 16.

The hands-on event is open to anyone interested in bees or considering becoming a beekeeper. Participants will learn how hive inspections are conducted, suit up with experienced club members and visit hives at the airport.

Activities may include checking frames for eggs, larvae, capped brood, pollen, honey stores and pests — and maybe even harvesting honey if the hives have enough stored.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/14/northeast-missouri-beekeepers-to-host-field-day-aug-15/

08/14/2026

🚨 Scam alert: Free gas and grocery voucher postcards may not be what they seem

BBB is warning consumers about postcards claiming they qualify for hundreds of dollars in free gas or grocery vouchers.

According to BBB Scam Tracker reports, recipients are often told to call or visit a website and pay a processing fee to claim the reward. Some consumers then reported unauthorized charges, unwanted subscriptions or never receiving the promised gift cards.

BBB reminds consumers that legitimate prizes do not require upfront payment. Be cautious with payment information, watch for pressure tactics and report suspicious offers.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/14/bbb-warns-of-free-gas-grocery-voucher-scam/