Audrain County Unofficial Election Results From 4/4/23 Audrain County voters make their voices known on sales tax on marijuana and a tax increase for the Audrain Ambulance District. In unofficial results, the 3 percent sales tax on marijuana purchases and related merchandise passed in Audrain County and the cities of Mexico, Laddonia, Martinsburg, Farber, and…… Continue Reading
Two Juveniles Wanted for Crimes Committed in Audrain County Apprehended in Laddonia
Two Juveniles Wanted for Crimes Committed in Audrain County Apprehended in Laddonia Two juveniles found walking on Clark Street in Laddonia yesterday (Monday) have been turned over to the 12th Circuit Juvenile Office. The Audrain County Sheriff’s Office says the two juveniles who were wanted for crimes committed in Audrain County as well as outstanding…… Continue Reading
Two Killed in Saturday Fire
Two Killed in Saturday Fire A deadly fire in Audrain County Saturday has killed an elderly couple. Names of the victims are being withheld pending notification of all relatives. The Little Dixie Fire Protection District was notified shortly after 9am on Saturday morning of a structure fire at 251 Highway Z, north of Mexico. Upon…… Continue Reading
Audrain County Teen Injured in Accident
Audrain County Teen Injured in Accident An Audrain County teen is recovering from moderate injuries following a one-car-accident on Saturday night. The Missouri Highway Patrol reports it happened on Audrain Road at Audrain Road 9931 when a vehicle driven by a 16-year-old boy went off the right side of the road and hit a tree…… Continue Reading
Counterfeit Bills Circulating In Mexico
Counterfeit Bills Circulating In Mexico Mexico Public Safety is making people aware of a scam in the Mexico area. The department has received several reports of counterfeit one hundred dollar bills that pass the security marker check, but are obviously printed on plain paper. The counterfeiters have tried to make the bills look aged by…… Continue Reading
Consulting Firm Chosen for Hospital Feasibility Study
Consulting Firm Chosen for Hospital Feasibility Study The Government Hospital Coalition Committee is choosing a consulting firm to address community healthcare options. The committee, made up of Audrain County Presiding Commissioner Alan Winders, Audrain County Health Department CEO Craig Brace and Mexico City Manager Bruce Slagle, received two proposals for a feasibility study. FORVIS LLP…… Continue Reading
Mexico FFA Chapter Gets Grant
Mexico FFA Chapter Gets Grant Mexico is one of 14 FFA Chapters in Missouri getting a mini grant from the Missouri FFA Foundation. The Learning By Doing/Drive to Feed Kids mini grants are possible because of a donation to the Foundation from Missouri Farmers Care. Mexico plans to use their funds to add to their…… Continue Reading
Audrain County Health Department Launches NARCAN Program
Audrain County Health Department Launches NARCAN Program In an effort to combat the opioid addiction crisis, the Audrain County Health Department will soon be offering NARCAN to area residents for free. The program is not costing the health department anything as the funding is coming from the Missouri Institute of Mental Health using monies they…… Continue Reading
Mexico City Council Meets Tonight
Mexico City Council Meets Tonight The Mexico City Council meets in regular session tonight (Monday) at City Hall. On the agenda, they’re expected to dispose of excess property on Eastholm, disburse Tourism Tax funds, and approve using ARPA funding for the Healthcare Market Assessment and Financial Feasibility Study. The contract for the 2023 crack and…… Continue Reading
Mexico High School Student Council Wins Award
Mexico High School Student Council Wins Award The Mexico High School Student Council is now an award winner. They picked up the Missouri Association of Student Council Gold Award at the organization’s annual convention recently in Jefferson City. The criteria for the award includes having a comprehensive program in promoting student activities and student leadership,…… Continue Reading
