On December 16, Monroe City High Schoolâs Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter hosted its Annual Cornhole Tournament, providing students with a much-needed break from the stresses of upcoming final exams. The event, a tradition within the FFA, offered a fun and relaxed atmosphere for students to enjoy some friendly competition, socialize with peers.
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites Missourians to drop off their live Christmas trees to be used for habitat improvement around central Missouri. MDC will accept trees at the following locations from Jan. 1, 2025, through Jan. 31, 2025: MDCâs Central Regional Office at 3500 E. Gans Road in Columbia Washington Park near Vivion Field in Jefferson City Proctor Park in California To donate your tree (real trees only), please remove all decorations and bring the tree to the drop-off site of your choosing. Signage at this location will direct donors to the proper dropoff spot.
On December 12, Monroe City Middle Schoolâs sixth graders visited JA BizTown in Chesterfield, Missouri, for a hands-on learning experience. JA BizTown, a Junior Achievement program, immerses students in a business environment where they take on roles as employees, business owners, and citizens, learning valuable lessons about economics and teamwork.
Monroe City High School has yet another reason to celebrate as one of its finest, Coach David Kirby, has been honored with the Golden Apple Award! This prestigious recognition, presented by a local television news station, highlights his extraordinary dedication to his students, athletes, and the Monroe City community.
The DTMC Christmas Stroll was blessed with Christmas spirit, proving that not even a little rain could dampen the enthusiasm of vendors and patrons eager to partake in this yearly community event on Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. â 2 p.m. Taking place amidst the seasonal charm of downtown, participants found solace and warmth as many vendors gracefully transitioned to indoor locations such as Maddieâs on Main, Monroe Station, Divaâs Christmas Store, and Rae of Sweetness. These cozy venues served as perfect havens for festive enjoyment, sustaining the joyful atmosphere of the Stroll.