Angela’s Dance Company LLC presented their Sixth Annual Recital on May 4, 2013. In Creative Dance, “Spoonful of Sugar” was performed by Elaina Brogden, Nora Bybee, Jonah Edmond, Josiah Edmond, Bella Hopkins, Kenya Jones, Jacy Lowrance, Elliott Utterback, KayLynne Wallace, and Khloe Wallace. In Tap II, “Do Your Thing” was performed by Paige Dameron and McKenna Orf. In Lyrical, “I See the Light” was performed by Abigail Carlyle, Sierra
The Van-Far Music Department celebrated its chorus and band students during the High School Band and Choir Concert and Awards Ceremony held Monday, May 6. Van-Far’s High School Mixed Chorus performed “Just A Single Voice,” “The Climb,” and “Thank You For The Music.” Choral awards Conference Choir – Tenéza Davis, Tina Florea, Devan Gentry, Nicole Harvey, Ashley Marshall, Lindsey Nitcher, Aaryn Phillips, Krysta Stubblefield, and Emily Williams Most Improved –
Martinsburg area residents enjoyed vehicles of all ages, a cruise, music, and food during the 10th Annual Martinsburg Cruise Night held on Friday, April 26. The event was hosted by the Martinsburg Area Community Betterment. Miss Audrain 2013 Morgan Lockowitz also was scheduled to make an appearance. Musical entertainment was provided by the DJ service Music Express. A Poker Run was new to this year’s event. It began at the
The Van-Far FFA Chapter honored several students and community members during their end of the year banquet held on Thursday, April 25. With the Dekalb Award discontinued this year, the chapter recognized Brian Kurz and Ryan Nelson as its two Outstanding Seniors. Star Chapter Placement was awarded to Kayelee Harrower, Autmn Cross received Star Chapter Agribusinessman, Abilene Gatson was named Star Chapter Farmer, and both Renee Nelson and Klayton Haddock
Van-Far’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) recognized members and those who have contributed to another successful year for the local chapter. This year’s Outstanding Officer was senior Sarah Sutton, who also received the $250 Junior Achievement Scholarship. Danielle Lucas was named the Most Valuable Officer while Outstanding Members weres Brooke James and Lindsay Nitcher. Van-Far Jr./Sr. High School Principal Cindy Pirch was recognized for being named the
The Van-Far Elementary gymnasium was packed full of grandparents and other supporters of elementary students during the Grandparents’ Day Program held Friday, April 19. The event began with several group performances by 6th grade band members. The performances includes “Fanfare” by Tyler Robinson; “School Song” duet by Trent Maiden and Averie Cottrell; “Fre’re Jacques” by Zakk Strange, Zach Boushard, Devin Fleming, Kurtis Stubblefield, and Alex Holtkamp; “Go for Excellence” by
The Community R-VI School District celebrated the arts on April 11 when it hosted a a Spring Concert, under the direction of Eva Eikel and Rose Wilburn, as well as an Art Show and Silent Auction directed by Darla Deimeke. The event featured a solo dedicated to the late Bill and Nancy Stafford that was performed by their granddaughter Bianca Stafford. The 8th grade and High School band opened the
Angela’s Dance Company LLC presented their Sixth Annual Recital on May
The Van-Far Music Department celebrated its chorus and band students during the
After nearly 25 years of serving in the Vandalia Police Department, Elsie
The Van-Far Teachers Association (VFTA) held a Retirement Tea on Monday, May
The Community R-VI School District celebrated its athletes and coaches with its
Entering their final regular season game of the season without a victory,
On May 17-18, the V.F.W. Auxillary Post No. 2173 will be passing
The VFW Post No. 2173 will be hosting their Annual Memorial Day