Van-Far High School celebrated the Class of 2013 with their graduation ceremony on Sunday, May 12 at 2 p.m. inside the high school gymnasium.

After nearly 25 years of serving in the Vandalia Police Department, Elsie McGlasson will be working her final day on May 31. Due to

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

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

The Community R-VI School District celebrated its athletes and coaches with its annual Athletic Banquet held on Friday, May 10. Senior Justin Durham was

Entering their final regular season game of the season without a victory, Van-Far’s seniors made sure they went out with a victory after defeating

Community R-VI’s three track and field sectional qualifiers each scored team points but were unable to advance past last weekend sectional meet held Saturday,

On May 17-18, the V.F.W. Auxillary Post No. 2173 will be passing out Buddy Poppies for donations. The money raised from the poppies will

The VFW Post No. 2173 will be hosting their Annual Memorial Day Services on May 27, 2013. Services will begin at 8 a.m. at

Gary and Helen Sosniecki, former owners of the Vandalia Leader, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary May 15. Gary Stuart Sosniecki of Bensenville, Ill.,

  Angela’s Dance Company LLC presented their Sixth Annual Recital on May 4, 2013. In Creative Dance, “Spoonful of Sugar” was performed by Elaina

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

Martinsburg area residents enjoyed vehicles of all ages, a cruise, music, and food during the 10th Annual Martinsburg Cruise Night held on Friday, April