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Thayer has announced the date and events surrounding their 250th celebration of our nation’s birthday, a massive display!

The Thayer Bobcats are anticipating great advances in their basketball teams. To help the idea along, they are hosting basketball camps.

One bill discussed would have given students more book time rather than screen time for students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade.

Officials warn that taxpayer-funded programs (like school vouchers) may be exploited to promote Sharia law, posing a “national security threat.”

Did you know that Alton High School has some well-to-do graduates? Here are a few names of ones who left and are moving to higher heights.

The Alton Class of 1966 Reunion will host a 60th-year reunion on Saturday, The Alton High School Alumni Meeting and Banquet will follow.

Oregon County, Missouri, had its local elections today, April 7, 2026. The results have come in for the various taxes and offices to be filled.

Who we elect into office decides the direction of our city and county, and how the money will be spent. We consider the value of voting.

Thayer held a town hall meeting. Candidates and those with knowledge showed up to discuss their objectives and answer questions.

Representative Keith Elliott is working on voting rights, school report cards, and eliminating the state income tax.

Another study proves the devastating effects of school closures during the pandemic , illustrating how only a fraction have recovered.

Local elections occur on April 7 which decide mayors, local taxes, school board members, and other issues directly related to Oregon County.