News
GOP sweeps county races; local homestead tax credit passes by wide margin.
By Tony Carosella HERMANN, Mo. — Gasconade County voters turned out in force for Tuesday’s general election, handing decisive victories to Republican candidates up and down the ballot and overwhelmingly endorsing a property tax credit for senior homeowners. According to final unofficial returns released Tuesday night by county election officials, 5,209 of the county’s 10,810…
Community
Experiencing the Hermann Area Fall Color Tour
Relaxing on the patio in front of Black Shire Distillery. The vibrant autumn colors in Gasconade County and the Missouri River Valley depend on a delicate balance of sunshine, temperatures, and tree sugars. As chlorophyll fades, hidden yellow and orange pigments emerge, while sunny afternoons and chilly nights trap sugars to produce brilliant red and…
Special Sections
Sports
Resilience and Rivalries: Hermann Bearcats Navigate Action-Packed Fall Sports Slate
JV Boys at the start of the race. Photo by Tony Carosella By Tony CarosellaHERMANN, Mo. — The Hermann Bearcats faced a tough stretch of competition across three sports from Oct. 5-12, highlighted by resilience on the volleyball court and a competitive split on the football gridiron.Volleyball action dominated the middle of the week as…