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Van-Far Fire Protection District purchases 2 rescue trucks for Farber and Vandalia
By Brandie Gay The Van-Far Fire Protection District has strengthened its emergency response capabilities with the purchase of two matching rescue squad trucks that will be stationed in Farber and Vandalia, providing enhanced rescue services across the district. On Aug. 19, 2026, fire department members traveled to Jefferson City to participate in an auction of…
Community
Van-Far alumni arrange reunion during Prairie Days
Van-Far Alumni and Friends board members met Aug. 27 and completed arrangements for their annual reunion event.This year alumni, school personnel and friends are invited to gather at the Family Life Center—First Baptist church—following the Prairie Days parade on Saturday, Sept. 26, to visit, learn more about the association and enjoy memories stirred up while…
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Outdoor rec adds more than $10 billion to state’s economy, MU Extension report finds
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, boating and other forms of outdoor recreation generate billions of dollars in economic activity across Missouri. A new University of Missouri Extension report estimates outdoor recreation contributes more than $10 billion annually to the state’s economy and supports tens of thousands of jobs in a variety of sectors, including…