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Group rallies against Ameren project
By Gregory Orear Senior General Manager TROY – A standing-room-only crowd packed The Factory Saturday morning to rally against a proposed Ameren project that’s expected to lead to a massive solar field and possibly a data center. Ameren has filed an application with the Public Service Commission to build a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)…
Community
Community support grows as Railroad Park survey enters final weeks
By Cami BlackmanVANDALIA, Mo. — Yard signs in front of homes and support signs displayed in business windows are becoming a familiar sight throughout Vandalia as community interest continues to grow for the proposed renovation of Railroad Park.The Vandalia Area Historical Society is conducting a community feasibility survey to gather public input on the proposed…
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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…