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š± What Titusā primary win means for Cleverās voice in Jefferson City
Clever, Missouri Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning to you Clever! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Titusā primary win means for Cleverās voice in Jefferson City
- Why Forsythās coach says Clever is a Mid-Lakes team to beat
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 92 and low of 71 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 70.
- Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 96 and low of 72 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Incumbent Bob Titus wins GOP race for House District 139 seat in Christian County (sgfcitizen.org) ā Clever voters will keep being represented by Republican Bob Titus, who just won the GOP primary for Missouri House District 139, which includes Clever, Nixa, and Billings. With no Democrat on the November ballot, Titus is effectively returning to Jefferson City, continuing long-standing Christian County ties and his focus on local concerns shaped over decades in the area. 
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ā¢ 2026 Fall Preview: Forsyth Football (ozarkssportszone.com) ā Forsythās football coach says Clever and Springfield Catholic are the Mid-Lakes teams to beat this fall, putting Clever squarely in the conference spotlight. With a strong offensive line, experienced quarterback, and deep sophomore class, Forsyth expects another title run, setting up intriguing matchups for Clever fans watching conference standings and rivalries develop. Ā Ā Ā
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Clever Varsity Football @ Marionville ā
Marionville High School, 17725 MO-14, Marionville
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Friday August 28
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Fall Parent Meeting
Clever R-v High School Performing Arts Center, HS Commons Area, High School
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New Teacher Bluejay Training Academy
Clever High Clever, MO 65631
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New Teacher Bus Tour
Clever R-v Elemiddle FEMA/Cafeteria
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New Teacher Training
Clever High Clever, MO 65631
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Marching Band Pool Party
Clever R-v The Rush - Republic Aquatic Park
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Fall Sports Pictures
Clever Elem. Clever, MO 65631
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Bus Driver Continuing Education
Clever Elem. Clever, MO 65631
7:00 am
Monday August 10
Wednesday August 12
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Friday August 14
Monday August 17
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Back to School Crafts With Gadgets From the Maker Space ā
Republic Branch Library, 921 N Lindsey Ave, Republic
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Racing to Read Storytime ā
Republic Branch Library, 921 N Lindsey Ave, Republic
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Womentum (Ladies Only) ā
Spring Creek Estates Wedding & Event Venue, 7368 W Farm Rd 186, Republic
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Book Discussion ā
Republic Branch Library, 921 N Lindsey Ave, Republic
2:00 pm
Thursday August 6
Wednesday August 12
Thursday August 13
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Dollar General Corporation posted a job opening for LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT in BILLINGS, MO S14517 in Billings. Apply here.
- Culver's posted a job opening for Restaurant Porter in Republic. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Clever here.
š Nearby News
Republic
- CRIME STOPPERS: Woman accused of stealing expensive Lego sets from Republic, Mo., Walmart (ky3.com)
- Missouri voters reject income tax phaseout, initiative petit... (darnews.com)
- Vexus leader Daffron inspires high school bass fishing victory (bassmaster.com)
Nixa
- Sales tax for Nixa Fire Protection District is approved by voters Tuesday (ksmu.org)
- Back to School Bash provides about 1,000 kids with school necessities (ccheadliner.com)
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