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Unearthing the Past: Divining Rods Reveal Forgotten Graves in Loutre Island Cemetery
For decades, oral histories in the Loutre Island area whispered of a forgotten graves in the cemetery perched on the bluffs. Terry Loehnig, who grew up hearing these stories, finally decided to seek the truth behind the legend. By enlisting the help of Jodie Lewis, a dowser from Huntsville, MO those long-lost stories have been…
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Getting the Band Back Together
By Tony Carosella As festival season starts in March with Wurstfest and Maifest in May, a familiar and beloved local tradition is preparing for its seasonal return. The Hermann Municipal Band has announced the start of its 2026 rehearsal schedule, inviting local musicians to help bring the sounds of summer to life. Rehearsals Begin April…
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Mixed Results for Lady Bearcats in Back-to-Back Tiebreakers Against Pacific
It was a night of high-stakes tiebreakers for the Hermann middle school volleyball teams as they faced off against Pacific. Both the 7th and 8th-grade squads pushed their matches to a deciding third set, showcasing grit and late-game drama.