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Family Day returns in-person

October 18, 2022

Truman State University hosted Family Weekend Friday Sept. 23 through Sunday Sept. 25. This is the first Family Day masks were not required since the COVID-19 pandemic began and is many students first ‘normal’ Family […]

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Take Root prepares for a comeback

October 18, 2022

Take Root, a pay-as-you-can cafe, was a staple in Kirksville from 2015 to 2020 until they closed because of COVID-19. Students would get a cup of coffee and study, Kirksville community members would participate in […]

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Rongey’s Body Identified

October 6, 2022

According to the Adair County Coroner’s office, human remains have been identified as Jesse Rongey. The human remains were identified through dental records. According to the Coroner’s office, the bones are currently undergoing reconstruction to […]

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Five Below, Old Navy open in Kirksville

September 22, 2022

Last week, a new Old Navy location opened in the Kirksville Commons Shopping Center, shortly after a Five Below store opened in the same shopping center. Assistant City Manager Ashley Young said the businesses will […]

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Manhunt continues into third week

August 17, 2022

READ AN UPDATE TO THE STORY: Rongey’s Body Identified UPDATED 4:54 PM 08/18/22 Jesse Rongey is suspected to have shot and dismembered Stephen Munn on Munn’s property July 5. Munn’s remains were found five days […]

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Geno’s is back

February 14, 2022

Originally opened as a bar during 2008, Geno’s closed when the pandemic started. The former bar will be reopening this month.  They will not be selling alcohol but will have a certified server available to […]

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Return of the New Student Welcome

October 7, 2021

Being new to a college and a city, especially during COVID-19, can be overwhelming. In Kirksville, one way the city helps connect students to the community is through the Downtown Student Welcome.  At the Downtown […]