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09/20/2026 · Pemiscot County
The Smallest Possible Start Is Still a Start
When a task feels too big, don’t demand motivation from yourself. Choose the next physical action—the one so small it’s almost impossible to argue with.
The Beautiful Trap in Frost’s “Stopping by Woods”
Robert Frost’s snowy little poem is often treated as a cozy picture of winter. Read closely, and it becomes something sharper: a masterclass in how temptation can sound gentle, reasonable, and almost impossible to resist.
09/19/2026
The Most Generous Thing You Can Give Is Your Attention
Simone Weil did not think attention was a productivity trick or a pathway to personal success. She thought it was a moral act—and that idea becomes startlingly useful the moment someone else is speaking.
09/19/2026
Washington’s Tariff Habit Meets the Household Budget
The administration keeps treating tariffs like a remote-control device for the global economy. Families, manufacturers, and foreign governments will decide whether that theory survives contact with prices.
09/19/2026
The Secret Credit Card, the Ex’s Hoodie, and Other Relationship Fire Alarms
Two readers are trying to keep the peace by avoiding the actual problem. Unfortunately, avoidance is not peace; it’s a roommate with a flamethrower.
09/19/2026
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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of La Grange will hold a regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers, located at 202 N. College, La Grange, MO 63448. Agenda items will include discussion and potential action on the following: 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Minutes from Previous Meeting 5. Public Comments 6. Old Business 7. New Business 8. Department Reports 9. Mayor's Report 10. Adjournment All interested parties are welcome to attend. Posted: April 30, 2024
La Grange Board of Aldermen Approves Zoning Change, Discusses Sidewalk Project
CITY OF LA GRANGE BOARD OF ALDERMEN MINUTES March 12, 2024 The La Grange Board of Aldermen met on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor John Smith presided over the meeting. ATTENDANCE: Mayor John Smith Alderman Jane Doe Alderman Robert Johnson Alderman Sarah Lee Alderman Michael Brown City Clerk Emily Davis City Attorney David Garcia APPROVAL OF AGENDA: The agenda was approved as presented. MINUTES APPROVAL: The minutes from the February 13, 2024, meeting were approved as presented. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Downtown Sidewalk Improvement Project Update: Public Works Director, Mark Wilson, provided an update on the ongoing sidewalk project. Work is on schedule, with completion expected by mid-April. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Proposed Zoning Amendment for Elm Street Property: The Board discussed a proposed zoning amendment for a property located at 123 Elm Street. After a public hearing, the amendment was approved with a vote of 4-1. 2. FY 2025 Budget Workshop Schedule: The schedule for the FY 2025 budget workshops was presented and approved. Workshops will begin on April 1st. 3. Parks and Recreation Master Plan Presentation: A preliminary presentation of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan was given. The final plan is expected to be presented in May. PUBLIC COMMENT: Several residents addressed the Board regarding concerns about traffic calming measures on Oak Avenue. The Board acknowledged the concerns and committed to reviewing the issue. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 PM.
La Grange Kicks Off Planning for Memorial Day Parade; Community Participation Encouraged
Memorial Day Parade Planning Underway The City of La Grange is beginning the planning process for our annual Memorial Day Parade. This important event serves to honor the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We encourage all community members, local organizations, businesses, and veterans' groups to consider participating in this year's parade. Your involvement helps make this a meaningful tribute. Further details regarding the parade date, time, route, and registration for participation will be announced in the coming weeks. Please check back regularly for updates. Let us come together as a community to remember and honor our heroes.
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