
City of Crane Issues Drinking Water Notice After Missed Assessment Deadline
A public notice was issued to residents after the City of Crane failed to complete a required assessment following routine total coliform detections in July and August.

A public notice was issued to residents after the City of Crane failed to complete a required assessment following routine total coliform detections in July and August.

Samuel Medlin and Collin Henry were arrested after witnesses reported gunfire near residences in Crane on Sunday night.

A Stone County inmate remains unresponsive after an assault inside the jail. A second inmate has been charged with first-degree assault.

Missouri is re-evaluating its decades-old school funding formula, and proposed changes could significantly impact rural districts like Crane.

A citizen petition, dozens of zoning-related court cases, and questions about voting procedures have put new attention on Stone County’s Planning & Zoning Commission ahead of a Dec. 9 petition submission deadline.

Crane's district run came to an end Thursday night as the Lady Pirates fell in three sets to top-seeded New Covenant Academy, despite another strong showing from their home crowd.

Old school desks from Crane, Monett, and Mt. Vernon are now being used by students in La Palma, El Salvador, thanks to a donation effort organized by the Mt. Vernon church of Christ and supported by congregations in Aurora and Monett.

An electric home crowd pushed the Lady Pirates past Marionville in a five-set district battle Tuesday night, as libero Madi Lansdown recorded her 1000th career dig.

The Stone County Library's Crane Branch invites families to enjoy a self-guided Book Walk at the Crane City Park this fall, featuring 'Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn' by Kenard Pak.

The Crane Police Department recently added a 2016 Ford Taurus to its fleet - a budget-friendly addition that came fully equipped for a fraction of the cost of a new vehicle.

Hours after Crane.news reported construction activity along Highway 413, the Stone County Ambulance District officially confirmed that the site will serve as the location for a new ambulance station.

Crane School District's annual Fall Carnival returns Friday, October 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. inside the Junior High Gym - here's the full list of games, food, and raffle baskets from every grade and club.
A newly formed company named Crane EMS, LLC has purchased a 2.09-acre strip of school-owned land behind Dollar General - just weeks before Mercy EMS took over local ambulance service.

The Pirates traveled to Marionville in youth football action, with games at all levels, K-6, to take on the Comets.

Brightspeed Fiber service is now live in Crane. The aerial installation was completed by JW Fiber Group, a company based in Crane - bringing hometown pride to a major connectivity upgrade.

The Pirates traveled to Pierce City in youth football action, with games at the 2nd Grade Flag, 3rd/4th Tackle, and 5th/6th Tackle levels.

A quick-moving storm brought strong winds to Crane on Thursday evening, leaving behind downed trees, scattered limbs, and a widespread power outage.

Marble Road has been resurfaced and now features bright double-yellow lines for added safety.
Crane Youth Sports football teams made the trip to Sarcoxie on Saturday, turning in a mix of close battles, tough losses, and big wins across grade levels.

Crane Schools has announced their August 2025 Teacher of the Month.

Brightly painted rocks have been appearing all around Crane, bringing smiles to families and kids thanks to the local 'Crane Rock Hound'.

In an exclusive Crane.news interview, Head Coach Chane Hutton discusses his vision for Crane football, standout players, and how the community helped bring the sport back after a 75-year absence.

After voters approved a $1M no-levy-increase bond in April 2022, it took nearly three years before construction began. With concrete now poured for the field event areas, the Crane Sports Complex is finally taking shape.

After a 75-year hiatus, Crane football returns - fueled by community passion, volunteer efforts, and a vision led by Crane Youth Sports.

Memorial Service Friday, September 12 at 7 PM at Stumpff Funeral Chapel in Crane.

The Broiler Festival is up and running, rides and vendors opened yesterday and chicken dinners start tomorrow, Friday.

In an effort to continue raising funds to support the football program, Crane Youth Sports is raffling two items.

The Crane Broiler Festival has released the schedule of events, including booth operation times, music lineup, and more.

Crane School District outlines morning drop-off at the elementary front and K-6 afternoon pick-up around back. Except heavy traffic the first few days.

No need to send money to school with your child, Crane Schools now offers online payments using Paywat.

Mayor Collin Brannan says construction is expected to begin soon, bringing a new high-speed internet option to Crane with symmetrical upload and download speeds.

An unexpected resignation has a left a vacancy on the Stone County Commission, and at least one Crane resident is stepping forward to seek the role.

Celebration of life Friday, August 15, 10-11 AM at Reavisville Baptist Church

The 2025 Crane Broiler Festival runs Aug. 21-24 at Crane City Park, with Kenny’s Funland providing the carnival rides for the first time.

Times for elementary, junior high, and high school open house.

MoDOT begins a $421,722 ADA-compliant sidewalk project along Missouri Route 265 and Stone County Route D, scheduled to finish by November 1, 2025.