Students at Strafford Elementary sailed the seas and learned some important lessons as Author Isaiah "Izzy B" Basye visited the school on Nov. 8. He and illustrator Ben Askew were there talking about their latest book, "The Mighty McKraken." This fun story introduces kids to concepts such as please and thank you, sharing, and treating others with respect. more

The square in Seymour was busy last week as country music artist Zach Bryan’s film crew set up to get some shots of southern Webster County for an upcoming music video. more

If you haven’t heard the soulful voice of Oliver Anthony in the last eight weeks, I truly do not know where you’ve been.  Many Missourians were able to listen to him live Saturday … more

With happy thoughts and a pinch of pixie dust, the Marshfield Community Theater (MCT) will take audiences off to Neverland in the upcoming performance of "Disney's Peter Pan Jr.", featuring performances from kids ages 5 to 18 from all over the area. more

Marshfield Community Theatre (MCT) presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid, Jr.”, July 6-9. The show will be held at Strafford’s High School Auditorium, 201 W. McCabe St., Strafford. This is a family- friendly show adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. From the music and dancing, to the props and set, MCT’s Little Mermaid Jr. is a show you won’t want to miss. more

The Starvy Creek Bluegrass Festival is back and under new management. This year’s Bluegrass Festival will boast an impressive lineup of musical acts, along with food from several local vendors and other activities.  more

Coming to The Carl & Glessie Young Auditorium and presented by Marshfield High School comes the play "The Boys Next Door." A story that is very close and dear to the Director and Speech & Debate teacher, Greg Holtschneider, Who recently announced he would be retiring this year. Before the show opens, he shares his thoughts about the upcoming play. more

This week, I decided to have a little fun and give readers a peak at what streaming services I use when doing my movie and show reviews. Of course, these are my personal favorites, the old reliables. So, without delay, here, in no particular order, are my top five streaming services. more

Q: What is the most challenging part of your job? more

Just when you think you’ve got it all together: bills paid, groceries in the fridge, closets cleaned, dishes done every day for a week (that’s a really big accomplishment at my house), house cleaned from fire (thank you Amanda for your help), laundry caught up-you know all the crap that goes into being a mom/wife/housekeeper-the kids can have a way of making that all look not so spectacular. more