Wilson reminisces about life, career in Ash Grove
This piece of long-form journalism is about a funeral director who has spent his life helping others navigate their grief, only to face his own with the diagnosis of a terminal illness. The article won second place in its category in the 2016 Missouri Press Association’s annual awards.
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Armed Forces Day: An American tradition — sort of
Waving flags, cheering crowds, celebrations honoring American heroes – that’s the patriotic vision inspiring Armed Forces Day. However, the reality is something less spectacular; since it is not a national holiday, Armed Forces Day often gets overlooked, outshadowed by the more popular Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.
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Today’s Lesson: Ag McCannics
Lawrence County cattleman Jim McCann leads state cattlemen
It’s not the dusty boots, leather suspenders, or well-worn cowboy hat that shows this rancher means business, nor is it his title in the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association (MCA)—president.
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