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Vandalia Dairy Queen named Chamber Business of the Month for March
By Brandie GayThe Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce has selected the Vandalia Dairy Queen as its Business of the Month for March, recognizing nearly five decades of local ownership, quality food, and strong community involvement.Frank and Marcella Bauman purchased the Vandalia Dairy Queen in 1978, and this year marks 47 years of ownership. Over the…
Community
2026 DAR Good Citizens Honored
The DAR Good Citizens were honored at the Susanna Randolph Chapter March meeting. Lexie Jones, daughter of Matthew and Gayle Jones, Vandalia; Community R-VI Good Citizen Matthew Utterback, son of James and Melanie Utterback, Perry. received their certificates, lapel pin and a $25 check from the chapter. The meeting was held at the Charlene Teague…
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Sports
Aces Mid-MO battle through 6-game weekend; Van-Far’s Dickerman contributes in key moments
By Brandie GayThe Aces Mid-MO 14u softball team pushed through a demanding six-game weekend, opening pool play with a 1 – 2 record before making a strong run-in bracket competition. While the roster delivered a collective effort throughout the tournament, Van-Far athlete Rayne Dickerman provided steady contributions in several key moments.Pool Play Opens with a…