Independent-Journal Online

A Message From the Independent-Journal Team

As members of the Washington County area, we share your concern about the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and its impact on our community. We remain cautious but optimistic, and we take heart knowing that our corner of the world is full of strong, generous people that look after each other. And, as each of us know, it is in moments of crisis like this that our community sustains us; we need to connect with each other even if we need to keep our physical distance.

You can find the latest on our website, or text "START" to 573-367-4754 to receive Breaking News via text on your mobile device. If you aren't yet on our email list, sign up for a free trial (no credit card required) to stay informed.

Great Mines Trunk-or-Treat Thurs., Oct. 29, 2020

October 27, 2020

Great Mines Health Center is holding a Drive-Thru Trunk-or-Treat on Thursday, Oct. 29th, 2020. A flyer that was released by the Center says the Trunk-or-Treat will be from...

Absentee Voting Open Saturday, Oct. 31st, 2020

October 27, 2020

The Washington County Clerk’s Office at the Courthouse will be open for Absentee Voting on Saturday, Oct. 31st from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. The...

Printed Paper Online

October 29, 2020

October 22, 2020

October 15, 2020

October 8, 2020

Dinkins Weekly Column 10/29/2020

October 29, 2020

Greetings Friends of the 144th! Last weekend was a wonderful weekend to attend the 43rd Annual Ozark Heritage Festival and the Arcadia Valley Fall...

VOICE OF THE VILLAGE 10/29/2020

October 29, 2020

Number 5, October 29, 2020 Fall weather is back and the leaves, although they started out beautiful in colors of yellow and red; are turning quicker than we’d all...

Through The Eyes Of A Life-Long Fan What The 2020 Cardinals...

October 29, 2020

Sometimes certain people that you have the privilege to meet throughout the course of your lifetime leave lasting impressions. Some people that you...

Farmer's Insurance

Washtington County Health Department

AMBULANCE DISTRICT RECOGNIZED – The American Heart Association has again recognized Washington County Ambulance District for continued outstanding service and success in using the Mission Lifeline® program. The District was recognized with the highest rating - Gold Plus - by the A.H.A. for 2020. Representing the Ambulance District for Washington County here, from left, are Rita Koch, Samantha Morgan, Kasondra Day, Michael Schladweidler and Anthony Mingo. The recognition by the American Heart Association for Washington County was one of only four awards in the State of Missouri. The Ambulance District continues to work on education and providing the most current and up-to-date services available for County residents. The W.C. Ambulance District is proud to serve and assist the County’s health care needs.

WCAD Earns AHA “Gold Plus” Designation 2 Years In A Row

October 28, 2020

Washington County Ambulance District (W.C.A.D.) has been awarded the Mission Lifeline “Gold Plus” award from the American Heart Association for...

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

October 28, 2020

Washington County Health Department is recognizing National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week from October 25-31, 2020. Lead is toxic. When lead is absorbed into the body of...

LIONS DISTRICT GOVERNOR VISITED POTOSI & VALLEY

October 28, 2020

Photo gallery icon

View photo gallery

From the Mar. 24, 1960 Edition Oscar Meadows Services Held

October 28, 2020

From the Mar. 24, 1960 Edition Oscar Meadows Services Held Funeral services were conducted last Saturday, March 19, in Desloge, for Mr. Oscar Meadows of Potosi, who died...

From March 19, 1970 Edition Rush Summers Services Held

October 28, 2020

From March 19, 1970 Edition Rush Summers Services Held Rush Summers of Sullivan, husband of Dora Harmon Summers, and son of the late John Frank and Mary Harmon Summers,...

From the Mar. 23, 1950 Edition Mrs. W. J. Simmons Dies At Home Here

October 28, 2020

From the Mar. 23, 1950 Edition Mrs. W. J. Simmons Dies At Home Here Mrs. Walter J. Simmons was born Julia Elizabeth Duclous, Apr. 8, 1885, in...

STOP RIGHT THERE – The Trojans work on rounding up a Dragon running back during the contest on Frtiday, Oct. 23rd in DeSoto. The Potosi team struggled all night against the DeSoto group, never getting any thing going on the offensive side of the football. Here, #69 Amondre McCaul and #36 Bryce Reed wrap up a DeSoto running back as several more Trojan converge on the play. The Trojans will be welcoming the Salem Tigers to Trojan Field this Friday, Oct. 30th in a first round District Playoff game. Start time is 7 p.m.

Dragons Out Run Trojans, 33-6 Potosi’s Offense Stayed Home

October 29, 2020

The Trojans traveled to DeSoto to take on the Dragons on Friday, Oct. 23rd at their final regularly scheduled Varsity contest. Potosi made the trip...

P.H.S. Released Football Game Info For Desoto

October 20, 2020

The Potosi High School released, via Twitter, that the Football Trojans would be traveling to face the Desoto Dragons on Friday, Oct. 23rd,...

STOP RIGHT THERE – The Trojans work on rounding up a Dragon running back during the contest on Frtiday, Oct. 23rd in DeSoto. The Potosi team struggled all night against the DeSoto group, never getting any thing going on the offensive side of the football. Here, #69 Amondre McCaul and #36 Bryce Reed wrap up a DeSoto running back as several more Trojan converge on the play. The Trojans will be welcoming the Salem Tigers to Trojan Field this Friday, Oct. 30th in a first round District Playoff game. Start time is 7 p.m.

Dragons Out Run Trojans, 33-6 Potosi’s Offense Stayed Home

October 29, 2020

The Trojans traveled to DeSoto to take on the Dragons on Friday, Oct. 23rd at their final regularly scheduled Varsity contest. Potosi made the trip...

Through The Eyes Of A Life-Long Fan What The 2020 Cardinals...

October 29, 2020

Sometimes certain people that you have the privilege to meet throughout the course of your lifetime leave lasting impressions. Some people that you...

Youth Hunt Weekend Is Set 31-1 For Firearms Deer

October 28, 2020

Missouri’s Youth Weekend for Firearms Deer Season is this Sat., Oct. 31st and Sunday, Nov. 1st, 2020. Youth hunters from 6 to 15 years old are...

Politte Ready Mix

JV Contracting

Loading...