After nearly 25 years of serving in the Vandalia Police Department, Elsie McGlasson will be working her final day on May 31. Due to a recent illness, McGlasson has decided to retire. “I have really enjoyed my work, being able to assist and help others in their time of need,” McGlasson said. McGlasson began working with the department in September 1988 as a part-time employee. In August 1989, she was
The Van-Far Teachers Association (VFTA) held a Retirement Tea on Monday, May 13 for retiring teachers Miriam Savidge and Mike Ray. “You’ve made a tremendous difference in the lives of countless children and have made a difference in the community, both Vandalia and Farber,” said Van-Far Superintendent Chris Felmlee, who gave the welcome address as he also shared a few inspirational quotes. “Mrs. Savidge and Mr. Ray are well known
It’s that time of year. The days are steadily growing warmer and excitement is building in the halls as students plan their summers, graduates plan their futures, and parents of graduates plan celebrations. This year three families will be making plans in duplicate. With a ratio of one in 90 births being a twin, Van-Far’s 2013 graduating class of 44 students, has three sets of twins graduating. The Brewer, Stubblefield,
After seven years of service, Jo Beth Schlemmer is retiring as the manager of Laddonia Leisure Manor, Inc. On May 7, 2013, Jo Beth and John Schlemmer were presented with certificates of appreciation by Jacqueline Barker, USDA Rural Development Specialist of the Mexico office. Jo Beth took over the duties as the manager of Laddonia Leisure Manor in 2006. She was asked to take this position on a temporary basis
Lakeway Publishers, Inc. announced Wednesday the acquisition of a group of newspapers and shoppers in Central Florida and the creation of Lakeway Publishers of Florida, Inc. The new Lakeway Publishers group will be comprised of newspapers formerly owned and operated by Sun Publications of Florida, Inc., a division of Independent Publications, Inc. Publications involved are the Osceola News-Gazette in Kissimmee, Clermont News Leader, Four Corners News Leader, The Triangle News
Vandalia Rotary Club members gather on April 25 to refurbish and assemble flags for placement at local business establishments and churches on federal holidays. The Rotary flags are among several fund raising projects to support student scholarships and other community services. Shown, from left: Tim Embree, Teresa Stice, Jean Trower, Herman Wright, and Earl Cordry.
For some time, many voters who didn’t color in the oval next to President Barack Obama’s name on election day believed the media was biased in favor of the winning party. Two stories that broke this past week involving the administration and the media do bring to light some reasons for concern no matter what side of the political aisle a person is on. First came the report of showing
— Editor’s Note: The editor’s “Schott in the Dark” weekly editorial will return for the May 15 issue. Rebecca French Smith, of Columbia, Mo. is a multimedia specialist for the Missouri Farm Bureau, the state’s largest farm organization. by Rebecca French Smith As the saying goes, be careful what you wish for…or pray for…you just might get it. Last year, at this time, crop planting was more than half finished;
For Christians, attending church is one of the most important aspects of their faith. It gives them the opportunity to fellowship with other believers, serve those in need, and take time to stand still, relax, and reflect on the progress in their relationship with Jesus Christ. While Saturdays and Sundays are the most commonly chosen days for the Sabbath, many churches through the years have also held mid-week services that
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
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