“You don’t need to have a green thumb to be a good gardener, but it certainly helps to have good soil,” said David Trinklein, University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialist.

If you happen to be out in the woods this fall, you may come across an interesting fruit that resembles a short, stout banana from 2 to 5 inches long. The skin is initially a light green, turning brown when the fruits are ripe.

Grandparent's Day was celebrated at Hamilton Elementary on Friday, September 9th. Students enjoyed refreshments and activities with their grandparents. There were 341 grandparents in attendance.