Newsletter Late Week
Hermann Clears the Decks: Housing Bonds Approved, DNR OKs Ballpark Lights, and Drainage Bids Start
At the Oct. 13, 2025 Board of Aldermen Meeting (BOA), the City of Hermann gave the green light to a deal that will turn property that was once a trailer home park into a multi-family apartment complex.
Lederhosen, Legends, and Loehnigs: German Culture Shines for Hermann Oktoberfest's Second Weekend.
Hermann’s Heartbeat: A Recap of Oktoberfest’s Second Weekend
Casting a Spell for Fun: Witches & Wine Beckons Ladies to Downtown Hermann on October 16th.
Get Ready to Brew Some Fun: Hermann's "Witches & Wine" Set for October 16th
From the Rhine to the Missouri River: Hermann's First Oktoberfest Weekend is a Wunder
This past weekend, Hermann, Missouri, officially launched its annual Oktoberfest celebration, kicking off the first of four weekends of German heritage, music, and food. From Friday, October 3rd, through Sunday, October 5th, the historic downtown was alive with visitors arriving from all over to enjoy the beautiful weekend weather Keg Tapped to Start a Rousing Weekend The festivities formally commenced on Friday evening with the traditional Tapping of the Keg at the Tin Mill Brewery on Friday with Mayor Bruce Cox getting the weekend festivities underway.
"Landscapes: Views from the Easel" Opens at the Scenic Regional Library
A new art exhibition has officially opened at the Scenic Regional Library in Hermann, showcasing a lifetime of work from a celebrated local artist.
Gasconade County Courthouse Undergoes Significant Landscaping Upgrade
The Gasconade County Courthouse is sporting a refreshed look thanks to recent landscaping efforts that aim to enhance its visual appeal and address practical needs.
Your Hermann, Your Future: City Unveils Comprehensive Plan—Find Out What's on the Map
Hermann, known for its deep German roots, historic charm, and world-class legacy wineries mixed with modern businesses, is taking a significant step to ensure its future is as vibrant as its past. The city's Advisory Committee—composed of local business owners, elected officials, and city staff—recently met with city planner Anne Freand of the Meramec Regional Planning Commission (MRPC) to discuss the near-final draft of the city's new Comprehensive Plan.
History Comes Alive: Reenactors Stage Local Skirmish, Complete with Original 1842 Muskets
It was as if visitors to the Hermann Farm Civil War reenactment this past weekend were transported back in time and treated to more than just the spectacle of cannon smoke and cavalry charges; they got a detailed, personal look at the tactical maneuvers that brought a piece of local history to life. Following a staged skirmish, several members of the 8th Missouri Cavalry reenactment unit—who traveled from Springfield—explained the action and the historical backdrop.
Jillian Frederick Reigns Supreme at Hermann Homecoming, Honored for Athletics and Leadership
Amid the cheers of the crowd and the glow of the Friday night lights, Hermann High School crowned Ms. Jillian Frederick as its 2025 Homecoming Queen during the ceremony last Friday.
From a 'Godwink' to a Lifeline: The Story Behind Touch of Hope
For Julie McCollum, it all started with a collection of purses she didn't use and an idea she calls a “Godwink.” Today, that simple moment of inspiration has blossomed into Touch of Hope, a nonprofit organization that has provided over 22,000 bags of essential hygiene products to victims of crisis across Missouri and beyond. The organization’s origin is tied directly to another local charity event.