Tim and Melinda Fennessey of Jefferson City, MO wish to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Megan, to Jeremy Hughes, son of Phil and Debbie Hughes of Butler, MO.

Cordell Cox, right, and Jake Cox, of Butler, shuck ears of corn in preparation for trying out the hand-cranked corn sheller on display at the Poplar Heights Farm living history event conducted Saturday and Sunday, in rural Bates County.

Poplar Heights Living History Farm will have its grand opening this weekend. Highlighting the event will be demonstrations by the Osage Spinners and Weavers, the Missouri Basketweavers Guild, Durbin Blacksmithing, and the opening of Seelinger Broom Works featuring Bill Soetaert, master broom maker.

Joel, Please list the Musical Theater Center's production of GODSPELL at the Randolph Road Theatre, August 14 and 15, 2:00 and 7:30. Tickets are $8.00, available by calling MTC at 301 251 5766 or at the door.

Flanked by two waving star spangled banners just off the West side of Southbound 71 Hwy in Bates County, MO is an unassuming building with a modest sign, that wouldn't catch your eye except for the colorful oversized umbrellas that sit out front.