Palmyra Spectator

Palmyra Spectator The Palmyra Spectator is owned and published by Mike & Sue Scott, who purchased the paper in October of 2018.

The Scott’s are only the fourth family to own the paper since it was started in 1839. The newspaper is a six column, 21.5 inch broadsheet newspaper. The website is accessible at www.palmyra-spectator.com. 2800 households subscribe to the Palmyra Spectator. On average, it is 20 pages long and has multiple advertising inserts.

CROSS COUNTRY FANS-Here's a photo gallery from Thursday's very hot meet in Keokuk.
09/07/2026

CROSS COUNTRY FANS-Here's a photo gallery from Thursday's very hot meet in Keokuk.

🎗️ Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Awareness Starts With a ConversationBy Mike Scott“I have had two prostate biopsies.T...
09/06/2026

🎗️ Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Awareness Starts With a Conversation

By Mike Scott

“I have had two prostate biopsies.

Thankfully, both came back negative for cancer.”

In his latest column, Mike Scott shares his personal journey with elevated PSA levels, two biopsies, family history and the importance of not putting off conversations with your doctor.

His message is simple: Don’t ignore changes in your body. Don’t let embarrassment stop you from asking questions. And don’t assume that feeling healthy means everything is fine.

With two older brothers diagnosed with prostate cancer, Mike knows firsthand why regular checkups and discussions with your doctor matter.

Read Mike’s story and learn more about local prostate cancer screening opportunities during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month:

🔗 https://www.nemonews.net/2026/09/05/prostate-cancer-awareness-starts-with-a-conversation/

📚🐾 Pages with Panthers Brings Palmyra Students Together Through Reading 🐾📚The Palmyra R-1 School District kicked off the...
09/05/2026

📚🐾 Pages with Panthers Brings Palmyra Students Together Through Reading 🐾📚

The Palmyra R-1 School District kicked off the new school year with an evening of books, mentorship and Panther pride during its Pages with Panthers literacy event Wednesday evening.

The event brought younger Panthers together with Palmyra High School student-athletes and student organizations for a night focused on reading, connection and building relationships across the school community.

📖 PHS students served as positive role models while sharing their love of reading with younger students through literacy activities and story time. Families enjoyed an evening together while celebrating the importance of learning and community.

Students from several activities participated, including:
🏐 Softball — Coach Bross
🎾 Tennis — Coaches Maples and Lovelace
🏃 Cross Country — Coach Harper
📣 Cheer — Coach Powell
🏈 Football — Coach Hutchings

Members of FCCLA, STUCO and FBLA also helped make the evening a success.

A special thank you goes to the Palmyra librarians, PAT, school staff, Booster Club and all of the volunteers who helped create an event that brought Panthers of all ages together.

📚🐾 Pages with Panthers was a great reminder that reading, learning and being part of the Panther family are worth celebrating!

📸 Photos courtesy of Palmyra R-1

🚌 Missouri increases penalties for passing stopped school busesMissouri drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus ...
09/05/2026

🚌 Missouri increases penalties for passing stopped school buses

Missouri drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus now face higher fines, possible license suspensions and five points on their driving records under a new state law that took effect Aug. 28.

A first offense carries a $500 to $1,000 fine and possible license suspension. Repeat offenses within five years carry mandatory suspensions and higher fines.

Drivers are reminded that yellow flashing lights mean a bus is preparing to stop, while red flashing lights and an extended stop arm mean children are loading or unloading.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/09/04/new-missouri-law-increases-penalties-for-passing-stopped-school-buses-2/

09/04/2026

⛳️Girls Golf at Arthur Hills GC - Mexico, MO
📅 September 3, 2026
🟠 Palmyra 206
🔴 Mexico 243

Muddy River Sports WGEM Sports Palmyra Missouri R-1 School District Palmyra R-I Athletics Palmyra Spectator

09/03/2026

🏛️ Marion County updates land-use rules, forms data center task force

The Marion County Commission approved revisions to the county’s land-use regulations, lifted an existing moratorium and formed a task force to study data center issues during July meetings.

The updated land-use rules include zoning requirements for large energy projects and an environmental agreement addressing how impacts will be managed, minimized, monitored and mitigated.

Commissioners also reviewed transportation needs, infrastructure projects, Planning and Zoning record digitization, courthouse tree removal and funding questions involving Avenues of Hannibal.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/26/marion-county-commission-updates-land-use-rules-forms-data-center-task-force/

The Spectator Office will be closed Monday, September 7th, for Labor Day. We will be open Tuesday, September 8th, at 8 a...
09/03/2026

The Spectator Office will be closed Monday, September 7th, for Labor Day. We will be open Tuesday, September 8th, at 8 a.m.

09/02/2026

⛳️Quad at Lake of the Woods GC (9/1/26)
1️⃣ Palmyra 198
1️⃣ Moberly HS 198
3️⃣ Columbia - Battle HS 222
4️⃣ Kirksville HS 233
🥇Avery Trower & Taylor Scheunke tied with 2 others for Medalist honors at 45
☀️🥵 Hot 9-Hole round in Columbia, MO for the Lady Panther Golfers…
Thanks to Coach Hamilton (Battle) and Lake of the Woods GC for having us! Next up: V @ Hannibal Invitational tomorrow - 8:00am Tee Time.

🦷 Northeast Missouri native returns home to practice dentistryAmy E. Swaters, DDS, has returned home to begin her dental...
09/01/2026

🦷 Northeast Missouri native returns home to practice dentistry

Amy E. Swaters, DDS, has returned home to begin her dental career alongside Dr. Adrienne Lynn at Adrienne Lynn DDS LLC in Palmyra.

Swaters, formerly Amy Blair, grew up in Northeast Missouri and attended Marion County R-II Schools. Her interest in dentistry began early, including time spent job shadowing Dr. Lynn while she was still a student.

After earning her undergraduate degree from Central Methodist University and her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UMKC School of Dentistry, Swaters is now practicing full-time in Palmyra and accepting new patients.

Read more: https://www.nemonews.net/2026/08/26/northeast-missouri-native-amy-swaters-returns-home-to-practice-dentistry-in-palmyra/

09/01/2026

The Spectator this week is coming a little out of order this week! All pages are present, just jumbled!

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