Opinion

Sunshine laws keep government in the light

As U.S. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis famously described, sunlight is the best disinfectant. In American democracy, that idea takes legal form through Sunshine Laws. These open-record laws require government…

Lifestyle

March 2026 Library Staff Book Review

Reviewed by Kasi WelbornCirculation AssistantMexico-Audrain County Library (Headquarters)‘Deer Run Home’ by Ann Clare LeZotte Effie is deaf. She speaks a different language than her entire family. She goes through her…

News

Van-Far student takes top honors at EMO Conference Art Show

Van-Far High School is celebrating a major artistic achievement this week as student Ginny Weedman earned first place in the prestigious EMO Conference Art Show.Weedman’s winning entry was a striking spray-painted piece, a medium that stood out among this year’s submissions for its bold use of color, mood, and texture. Her artwork immediately caught the…

Community

Young learners at NeNe’s Daycare celebrate Presidents Day with big ideas and even bigger dreams

By Brandie Gay Recently at NeNe’s Daycare, classrooms were filled with excitement as young learners explored the meaning of Presidents Day. Staff introduced the holiday with stories about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, touching on their lives, leadership qualities, and lasting impact. But the main focus of the day centered on helping children understand what…

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Sports

Van-Far track team set to open season at home on March 23

By Brandie GayThe Van-Far track and field team is gearing up to launch its 2026 season with a home opener on March 23, and excitement is already building among athletes, coaches, and supporters. With 40 athletes competing this year, 22 girls and 18 boys, Head Coach Kross says the energy and potential across the team…

Opinion

Sunshine laws keep government in the light

As U.S. Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis famously described, sunlight is the best disinfectant. In American democracy, that idea takes legal form through Sunshine Laws. These open-record laws require government agencies to conduct business transparently…

Lifestyle

March 2026 Library Staff Book Review

Reviewed by Kasi WelbornCirculation AssistantMexico-Audrain County Library (Headquarters)‘Deer Run Home’ by Ann Clare LeZotte Effie is deaf. She speaks a different language than her entire family. She goes through her days being stomped at and…