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Hometown talent, patriotic pride to highlight Vandalia Prairie Days
By Brandie GayThis year’s Vandalia Prairie Days is shaping up to be one of the community’s biggest celebrations in recent memory, combining hometown musical talent, class reunions, patriotic spirit and family-friendly entertainment as the town looks ahead to America’s 250th anniversary.Headlining the entertainment lineup are three musicians with deep Vandalia roots—Gary Bishop, Travis Gibson and…
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Women Owning Woodlands field trip to Ha Ha Tonka State Park set for Oct. 3
CAMDENTON, Mo. – The second annual Women Owning Woodlands field trip is 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 3, at Ha Ha Tonka State Park in Camdenton. The free event includes lunch and is open to all, says Sarah Higgins, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in natural resources.Ha Ha Tonka is a wonderland…
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Van-Far Cross Country teams continue strong start to season
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far High School cross country teams have enjoyed a strong start to the 2026 season, earning team championships at both the Salisbury Invitational and their home meet while seeing several athletes bring home individual medals.At the Salisbury meet on Sept. 1, the Van-Far boys captured the team title, finishing first out of…