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Dylan Neal (far right) stands with two of his instructors next to an Army Blackhawk scheduled for maintenance.
Young mechanic aims high in Army aviation career
BELLE — At just 18 years old, Dylan Neal is already charting a long-term path in Army aviation, one built on discipline, self-reliance and an unwavering goal to one day fly the aircraft he now … more
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Young mechanic aims high in Army aviation career
BELLE — At just 18 years old, Dylan Neal is already charting a long-term path in Army aviation, one built on discipline, self-reliance and an unwavering goal to one day fly the aircraft he now … more
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Five years of lights bring Christmas magic to Belle neighborhood
BELLE — For the past five holiday seasons, one Belle resident has been quietly transforming his home into a synchronized Christmas light show that has become a seasonal tradition for families … more
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BES christmas program featured first, second and third grade performers singing traditional holiday classics on Dec. 13 to a full Belle High School gym.
BES Christmas Program presents holiday cheer
BELLE — Belle Elementary’s 2025 Christmas Program on Dec. 12 featured performances by first, second and third grade students. The program included a mix of holiday music, with first graders … more
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breakfast with Santa attendees were treated to a surprise appearance from Olaf on Dec. 13 where children could interact with the beloved Disney character while they awaited their turn on Santa’s knee.
Belle Elementary School, PAT hosts Breakfast with Santa
BELLE — Maries County R-2 Missouri Parents as Teachers (PAT) hosted Breakfast with Santa on Dec. 13 at the Belle Elementary School cafeteria, welcoming families for a morning of food, activities … more
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Belle Board of Aldermen hear FEMA, BCBA project updates, discusses park plans
BELLE — The provided FEMA update during the Dec. 9 Belle Board of Aldermen meeting left questions unanswered regarding the final cost and state of   planned bridge work on South Alvarado … more
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Kids of all ages enjoyed the offered cookie bar station during the Jingle Belle Stroll on Dec. 13 in the Belle High School gym. The event was marked with several vendors, drawings and musical entertainment.
Jingle Belle Stroll draws families to Belle High School
BELLE — The Jingle Belle Stroll brought holiday cheer to Belle on Dec. 13, with a full day of activities held at Belle High School after the event was moved indoors for comfort and accessibility. … more
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Bland board reviews use tax, park rules, budget loss
BLAND — The Bland Board of Aldermen on Dec. 8 briefly discussed an upcoming use tax before adjourning to closed session. Voters will see an internet use tax proposal on the April ballot, … more
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Maries County Candidate filing opens with light first-day turnout
BELLE — Filing opened Dec. 9 for the April 7, 2026, municipal elections, with only a handful of candidates submitting declarations on the first day. At the Maries County R-2 School … more
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Jingle Belle Stroll will deck the halls of the BH School
BELLE — The Jingle Belle Stroll has been relocated to the Belle High School for its Dec. 13 celebration out of concern for the weather. Organizers announced the change after monitoring … more
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children of all ages enjoy the craft table in the John L. Baxter Administration Building during the city’s Nov. 29 holiday event. Refreshments and candy bags were available for all of those in attendance. Children were also given a free printed photo of themselves with Santa.
Bland welcomes Santa during early holiday event
BLAND — Bland residents gathered Nov. 29 at the John L. Baxter Administration Building for an early dose of Christmas cheer as the city hosted its second annual holiday event, featuring chili, … more
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Small business owners tend their booths during Ruth & Company Boutique’s Small Business Saturday, where inclement weather did not dissuade shoppers from finding holiday deals.
Small Business Saturday brings vendors, collaboration to Belle
BELLE — Ruth & Company Boutique was full of activity on Small Business Saturday as local makers, bakers and artisans set up indoors and outdoors to offer a full day of shopping focused on … more
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Belle Christian Church volunteers hand out Thanksgiving food including Turkey, sweet potatoes, mac n cheese and much more to Maries County residents, continuing the church’s mission of recovery, fellowship and service. Volunteers included Jim Logan, Michael Oldfather, Scott Oldfather, Tim Long, Anna Long and Ryleigh Long.
Thanksgiving feast unites community with Belle Christian Church
  BY Alin Hett ADVOCATE Staff Writer ahett@wardpub.com VIENNA — The Belle-Bland Community Center buzzed with activity last Thursday on Thanksgiving as the Belle … more
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FCC providing meals, fellowship on Thanksgiving
BELLE — For many families, Thanksgiving is a time to gather around a table filled with food, gratitude and familiar faces. For others, the day can feel lonely or uncertain. First Christian … more
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Belle court issues monthly summary report
BELLE — Belle Municipal Court has submitted its Municipal Division Summary Report for the period of Sept. 30 through Nov. 3 to the mayor and board of aldermen. Court Clerk Lydia Devine provided … more
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Craft and vendor goods were front and center in the Belle High High School gym Nov. 15 as the local Parent-Teacher Organization hosted the shopping event for the community.
Belle Parent-Teacher Organization hosts craft and vendor show
BELLE — The Belle PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization) hosted a Craft & Vendor Show on Saturday in the Belle High School gymnasium, drawing steady crowds to browse handmade goods, holiday … more
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Disney magic flooded the Belle-Bland Community Center on Nov. 14 as youngsters spread out pillows and blankets for a faux-sleepover and movie night where popcorn and other snacks were enjoyed by participants before the princess movie rolled.
PJs with the Princess brings cozy movie-night fun to Belle
BELLE — Area youth enjoyed an evening of pajamas, popcorn and princess magic during PJs with the Princess, a special movie-night hosted by 2025 Belle Fair Princess Chloe Jones on Nov. 14 at the … more
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Belle board hears concerns about water quality, speeding
BELLE — The Belle Board of Aldermen heard resident concerns ranging from brown water to chronic speeding, along with hearing updates on Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) projects and … more
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Belle students, teachers recognized in Veterans Day awards
BELLE — Several students and teachers from the Maries County R-2 School District were honored Veterans Day through local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) programs celebrating patriotism, … more
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Meramec Regional Planning Commission's honors four Maries County leaders
ST. JAMES — Rhonda Rodgers, Wade Guffey, Reese Snodgrass and Victoria Busch were honored with outstanding community service awards during the Meramec Regional Planning Commission’s (MRPC) … more
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