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Special Olympics Torch Run makes it to Vandalia
By Stan Schwartz The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics made its way from Farber to Vandalia this morning, traveling 4.2 miles along Hwy. 54. With the Audrain County Sheriff’s Office, the intrepid walkers made the trip from Highway 54 Park in Farber to Daniels Park in Vandalia in a little more than an…
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Lillian Yager named the 2026 ACHD Kay Dubbert Memorial Scholarship winner
The winner of the 2026 Audrain County Health Department’s Kay Dubbert Memorial Scholarship has been selected. This year’s recipient is Mexico resident Lillian Yager. Yager was chosen from a field of entrants who are either in school or getting ready to attend college to pursue a nursing degree. “Lillian was chosen because of her obvious…
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Local athletes excel at Sectional Track Meet, Hopke advances to state
By Brandie GayTwo standout performances highlighted a strong showing for local high school athletes at the State Sectional Track Meet held at South Callaway.Junior Garrett Hopke delivered an impressive race to finish fourth place in the 3,200-meter run, earning himself a coveted spot at the upcoming State Track Meet. With his top four finish, Hopke…