Despite the rainy weather, everyone enjoyed the Tarkio Rodeo and fun-filled weekend events. Thank you to all who put in a lot of hard work to make it a success.

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A retirement reception will be held Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the Tarkio R-I Superintendent’s office for retiring teachers Casey Martin and Jayne Martin. Stop by from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. to congratulate them and wish them well in their future endeavors.

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The Tarkio Parks & Recreation Department is inviting all Atchison County residents (and those traveling through) to enjoy a Chews & Cruise Night Friday, June 26, beginning at 5:00 p.m. See the article on page 2 for more information.

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Pleasant View in Rock Port, Missouri, will host its family BBQ Friday, June 26, starting at 5:30 p.m. for the residents and their family members. The community is invited to enjoy entertainment by Ben Johnson, who will sing from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pleasant View will be serving root beer floats during this time. Following Ben’s performance, the Rock Port Volunteer Fire Department will be shooting off fireworks in the back parking lot. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and come join in the festivities at 470 Rainbow Drive.

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Liberty Theatre will present Disney’s “Descendants: The Musical” for the last time this weekend. Performances of  “Descendants: The Musical”  will be Friday and Saturday, June 26 and 27, at 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, June 28, at 2:30 p.m. The Liberty Theatre is located inside the Atchison County Memorial Building, 417 S. Main, Rock Port, Missouri. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

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The 4th of July is just around the corner! The Rock Port Chamber of Commerce is accepting donations for the annual fireworks display. See the thermometer on page B6.

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We hope you enjoy this saturation issue of the Atchison County Mail with local news and pictures of events, especially the Tarkio Rodeo. Also, take some time to check out the ads of our many advertisers. They will appreciate your support!

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