Community
Van-Far's 3rd Annual Back to School Fair brings community together for students' success
The First Baptist Multi-Purpose Building was filled with excitement last week with the 3rd Annual Back to School Fair, a heartwarming event that has grown from a simple idea into a full-scale community effort to support local students.
Fun Day in Vandalia a big hit
If you were wondering what all the sirens were about coming from the Tri-County Park on Saturday, just know it was all in good fun. In fact, it was the annual Fun Day put on by the Van-Far Ambulance Service.
Farber Community Betterment to host free family movie night
The Farber Community Betterment group is inviting families to enjoy a cozy evening of fun and film at their Free Family Movie Night on Friday, Aug. 1, at the Farber Community Building.
YMCA Summer Food Program serves nearly 1,000 lunches
The Eastern Missouri Family YMCA’s volunteer-based Summer Food Program continues through Aug. 1, providing free, nutritious meals to all children 18 years and under.
Food safety tips for picnics
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Picnics are a great way to enjoy the outdoors, good weather and delicious food with family and friends.
Kids get messy with library's summer program
The Farber Branch Library hosted a children’s Messy Art Saturday in June. The library summer reading program theme this year was Color Our World. The children painted flowerpots, with each taking home a flowerpot.
Vandalia Ball Association ends the season with a splash
The Vandalia Ball Association, also known as Vandalia Little League, wrapped up an exciting and competitive season last Thursday, celebrating a summer of hard-fought games and growing talent.
Rexy the Rock Snake slowly slithers forward at City Hall — But rain takes a toll
Vandalia’s favorite sidewalk serpent is still growing, but recent weather has left its mark.
New Vandalia mural nearly complete
The Vandalia Area Historical Society is moving forward with another mural, which is being painted in the downtown area, said VAHS spokeswoman Cami Blackman.
