News
Vandalia candidates make their case for office during public forum
By Stan Schwartz Most of the candidates vying for office in the coming April 7 election attended the public forum at the Modern Maturity building in Vandalia last Wednesday to make their case as to why they should be either elected or re-elected to office. When doing the introductions for the program, Ryan Eskew, remind…
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
Van-Far hosts winter sports awards night, honoring cheerleaders and basketball athletes
By Brandie GayThe Van-Far Indians celebrated their annual Winter Sports Awards on Tuesday, March 17, recognizing athletes from cheerleading and girls’ and boys’ basketball for their commitment, growth, and outstanding performances throughout the 2025–2026 season.Cheerleading AwardsCheer coach Angela Carlyle opened the evening by introducing the 2026 basketball cheerleaders, noting that each had already lettered during…