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Flooding Soaks Bavarian Hills Plaza Including Library and Hospital Clinic
By Tony Carosella Last night around 3am rainwater cascaded down the hills behind the Bavarian Hills Plaza and seeped into the shops, library, and hospital… Login to continue reading Login…
Pickleball Challenge To Benefit FireFighters and First Responders
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National Widows Day, May 3
A faith based Kansas City nonprofit began the day. Here are some things that might help you when you try to communicate with a widow or widower.

Hospital in Good Hands
Hermann Area District Hospital (HADH) Board of Director’s President Dale Ridder opened the Apr. 28, 2025 Board Meeting with a quiet welcome to Hospital Administrator Bill Hellebusch, whom the hospital hired directly as of Apr.

“Scene of Chaos”: Trolley Accident in Hermann Leaves Many Injured
By Tony Carosella A mass casualty incident unfolded in Hermann, Missouri, at approximately 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, when a trolley-style shuttle bus… Login to continue reading Login…

Hermann Tree Commission Inspires Fourth Graders with Arbor Day Presentation
HERMANN, MO — The spirit of Arbor Day came alive for Hermann’s fourth graders this week, as members of the Hermann Tree Commission visited local elementary schools to share the importance of trees and the joy of planting them. The interactive presentation, held in conjunction with the city’s Arbor Day proclamation, combined hands-on learning, environmental science, and a heartfelt message about our place in nature.

Mercier and Christian Crowned King and Queen at Prom
Starkenburg Hall was the ideal location for the Hermann High School Prom. Nolan Mercier and Alivia Christian were crowned king and queen while parents and teachers waited in the back of the hall in anticipation of the coronation.

Pickleball Tournament to Benefit Local Charities
Hermann, MO - The Hermann pickleball community is excited to announce its first annual "Pickleball For a Cause" tournament, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, May 3rd and 4th, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in the park.

Hermann Hospital Invests in Women's Health with Advanced 3D Mammography
Hermann, MO - Hermann Hospital has recently unveiled its state-of-the-art 3D mammography scanner, marking a significant leap forward in women's health in the region. This advanced technology promises to improve breast cancer detection, reduce false positives, and offer a more comfortable experience for patients.

World Mourns Passing of Pope Francis; Hermann Catholics Join Global Observance
VATICAN CITY & HERMANN, MO – The world's Catholic faithful are in mourning today following the passing of Pope Francis at the age of 88. The Vatican announced that the Pontiff died Monday morning in Rome due to complications from a cerebral stroke followed by heart failure.