Stories from Thursday, December 31, 2020

Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series highlighting the top local stories in 2020. While the COVID-19 pandemic dominated the headlines in 2020, there were plenty of other stories that garnered the area’s attention. School bond issue...

BERNIE, Mo. — Bobby Joe Mitchell, 78, died Dec. 29, 2020, at Winchester Place in Bernie. A private family graveside service is being planned. Mathis Funeral Home of Dexter, Missouri, is in charge of arrangements.