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Beat the burn: Planting trees and shrubs in July
COLUMBIA Mo.—Just because July has arrived, there is no need to stop planting trees and shrubs, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.Early spring and late fall are the traditional times for planting woody ornamentals. “However, with the development of different methods of growing nursery stock and modern transplanting equipment, planting at other times…
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Van-Far Community Partners prepare for 4th Annual Back-to-School Fair
By Brandie GayLocal organizations, volunteers and educators are once again joining forces to help area students start the school year prepared and confident. The 4th Annual Van-Far Back-to-School Fair will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1, at the First Baptist Church Multi-Purpose Building at 209 North Main Street in Vandalia, providing families with a convenient,…
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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…