Lee Hankins and I made a trip to Branson one day this week. Lee had a doctor appointment. I have been seeing quite a bit of activity at the old store building. I spoke with the new owner and he has … more

Greetings from Capps. Well, as I begin this article, I'm finishing up my last day of quarantine. I'm now a 2-time COVID-19 survivor, neither case much worse than a bad cold. Thankfully, my wife … more

Happy New Year!! Jan. 1, 2022! I hope this year is better than last year. I’m going to end this year by going into the hospital Dec. 28, I have been worrying about this year. This weather has been … more

Good news for cold weather fans, Sunday promises to be freezing. I enjoyed the nice weather while we had it. A little snow would be nice. Happy Birthday to Jared Burleson and Tina Burleson, both … more

Greetings from Capps and Happy New Year. Don't ask me how it became 2022 already. It seems like yesterday we were looking at Y2K and here we are 22 years down the road. The Holy Trinity Lutheran … more

Well today, Monday is a count down for Christmas, just five more days and I am working in the house. I got so much to do and so little time. Our church celebrated Christmas from 10 a.m. and then … more

The United Methodist and Lord of the Lakes Lutheran Churches will hold a Christmas Eve Service at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. The First Baptist Church of Diamond City will hold a Candlelight … more

Belated Greetings from Capps. We got caught up in the holiday fervor two weeks ago and before I knew it, had missed the deadline. I apologize to everyone who may have done a " Where's Waldo" search … more

Today starts a busy week. On Wednesday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. there will be caroling online at church during the regular service time, followed by soup and finger food and then on Thursday, Dec. 16 … more

The Diamond City/Lead Hill Rescue Squad Thrift Shop will be reopen on Saturdays only for the time being.  Please , only drop off items on Saturday when they are open. Broken Vessels Resale Shop … more

It is Christmas time! Batavia Assembly of God had their Christmas Party one evening this week. Pastor Collie posted photos on the web. The event appears to have been well attended. Restoration Life … more