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City of Vandalia reminds residents update their information
By Brandie GayWith winter weather just around the corner, the City of Vandalia is reminding residents to update their contact information with City Hall, sign up for important alerts on the city website, www.vandaliamo.net, and ensure that house numbers are clearly visible from the street.As colder temperatures, snow, ice, and winter storms approach, having current…
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Find fall colors along Missouri’s byways
By Tony Carosella As cooler air sweeps across east-central Missouri, travelers driving through Lincoln County often wonder why some autumns produce breathtaking canopies of neon reds and golds, while others fade into dull browns and early bare branches. Naturalists explain that the spectacle boils down to a simple balance of sunshine, temperature, and tree sugars.…
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Sports
Lady Indians softball splits at districts
By Jason Vance Special to the Vandalia Leader The Van-Far Lady Indians opened Class 1 District 4 with a dominating win over the Madison Lady Panthers. After being tied 9-9 in the second inning, the Lady Indians erupted at the plate and finished with a 28-11 victory. In the second round, Van-Far faced the top-seeded…