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PSC approves Ameren’s battery storage and solar projects
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — After heated meetings between local groups and Ameren, the Missouri Public Service Commission granted the request of Union Electric Company d/b/a Ameren Missouri for three battery energy storage system facilities, two solar generation facilities, and a new switching station. Public hearings held to provide testimony on the these projects produced intense…
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Preserving Vandalia’s history, one board at a time
By Cami Blackman VANDALIA — A piece of Vandalia’s earliest history has been given new life, thanks to the hard work of volunteers with the Vandalia Area Historical Society. The original St. John Lutheran Church building, recognized as the oldest documented structure in Vandalia, received a much-needed restoration during the summer of 2026. The historic…
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Sports
Van-Far boys claim EMO conference championship; 5 earn All-Conference honors
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far Indians cross country team delivered a championship performance Oct. 17 at the EMO Conference Meet in Bowling Green, capturing the boys team conference title and placing five runners on the All-Conference teams.Leading the way for Van-Far were Slade Keller, Garrett Hopke, and Tyler Carlyle, who each earned EMO First Team All-Conference…