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World famous Missouri Tea Co. making its mark in Vandalia
By Stan SchwartzWhat started out as visit to one of their sons, blossomed into an online business that reaches around the globe, and most recently, a larger brick and mortar store in Vandalia, Mo.Doug and Stacy became popular on the internet with their social media presence, promoting a homesteading way of life. They garnered more…
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Middletown Reunion & Fish Fry
The Middletown Reunion and Fish Fry will take place on Saturday, Aug. 8, starting with a parade at 11 a.m. There will be a flower show, bounce house, kids games, cake walk, pedal pull and mini Olympics. Register for the cornhole competition at 11 a.m. Register for the volleyball games at 12:30. There will be…
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Kids on the Run athletes qualify for AAU Junior Olympics
By Brandie Gay Local track club Sends four competitors to Iowa after strong summer season The Kids on the Run track club is celebrating a major accomplishment this summer as four local athletes have earned spots at the upcoming AAU Junior Olympics in Iowa at Drake University. This showcases the success of a program dedicated…