2+ day, 4+ hour ago   (210+ words) In four national tournaments, Mexico boys wrestling had representatives compete. Among the highlights were Trevor Cole winning his … Mexico stood out on the national wrestling circuit this summer. In four national tournaments, Mexico boys wrestling had representatives compete. Among the…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago   (441+ words) The Vandalia Park Project, long discussed as a cornerstone for revitalizing the city’s historic downtown, has reached a decisive moment. After months of planning, public meetings, and community debate, the project’s future now hinges on a combination of secured grant…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago   (565+ words) For the 24th year, the Scramble for Freedom Golf Tournament allowed many people to … A short memory is needed for golf, but Saturday’s golf tournament at Arthur Hills encouraged a long memory. For the 24th year, the Scramble for Freedom Golf Tournament…...

3+ day, 4+ hour ago   (979+ words) The Centralia all-stater and upcoming Columbia College senior qualified for the NAIA National Championships in Asheville, North Carolina on … It came down to one more throw for Ellie Berendzen. The Centralia all-stater and upcoming Columbia College senior qualified for the…...

3+ day, 20+ hour ago   (406+ words) Jane Rankin, of Mexico, Missouri, was born May 2, 1933, in Billings, Montana. She passed away on August 7, 2026. Jane was the only child of Marie and William Mapes. From an early age, Jane exuded the strength and independence that would guide her…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (957+ words) The Audrain Regional Medical Board of Directors is seeking guidance from Hannibal Regional and Bates County Memorial hospitals as grassroots efforts to bring a hospital back to Mexico continue. At the Audrain Regional Medical Board of Directors July 29 meeting, Donna…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (332+ words) Ride slow, think fast. That’s the advice that Brittany Davidson, a barrel racer with 30 years of experience, always gives the girls before a race. The Amped Up … Ride slow, think fast. The Amped Up Productions - Pro Riding Bull Tour returned…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (916+ words) The recent Mexico graduate and all-state infielder played for the Jefferson City Renegades this … Chance McCarty hasn’t played for Missouri Valley College yet but has an idea of what to expect. The recent Mexico graduate and all-state infielder played for…...

4+ day, 20+ hour ago   (96+ words) The Mexico Ledger Funeral services for Gloria Dean McKinney, 92, of Vandalia, will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Bienhoff Funeral Home in Vandalia, with Pastor Bobby Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Laddonia Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM…...

4+ day, 23+ hour ago   (118+ words) The Mexico Ledger The 24th annual Scramble for Freedom Golf Tournament raised over $12,000 for the Veterans Assistance League president for the Missouri Veterans Home in Mexico. Look for the full story in the Wednesday, August 12, 2026, edition of the Mexico Ledger. Other…...