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Donald Trump tells U.S. Senate Republicans they ‘must kill’ journalism shield law
President-elect Donald Trump ordered congressional Republicans on Wednesday to block a broadly popular bill to protect press freedoms, likely ending any chance of the U.S. Senate clearing the legislation.

Publisher of raided Kansas newspaper delivers advice to journalists: ‘Make democracy great again’
TOPEKA, Kan.—The editor of the Kansas newspaper raided by police last year has a message for journalists struggling with their sense of purpose.

Van-Far Elementary spreads joy on World Kindness Day with ‘Supplying our Seniors’ drive
On Nov. 13, Van-Far Elementary celebrated World Kindness Day with an initiative called “Supplying our Seniors.”

VAHS receives generous donation from patron
The Vandalia Area Historical Society has received a $10,000 donation from the estate of Mary Beth Fowler Fitzgerald.

Missouri school districts show improvement in annual performance report
State officials once again delay classification of school districts based on performance report scores
Celebration held by Northeast Missouri Clergy Coalition
The Northeast Missouri Clergy Coalition held a community celebration at the Pike County Fairgrounds in Bowling Green, Mo., on Saturday, Nov. 16.

Vandalia’s journey to safer water with EPA and DNR support
In a groundbreaking move to ensure the safety and health of its citizens, the Environmental Protection Agency announced a new mandate requiring all cities to inspect their service lines to each residence.

Resolution to honor Teresa Wenzel
Whereas, Teresa Wenzel has served with distinction as an alderman on the Board of Aldermen for the City of Vandalia, Missouri, for 11 years; and Whereas, during her tenure, Teresa Wenzel has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the betterment of the community, contributing her time, energy, and expertise to numerous projects and initiatives; and Whereas, her leadership and dedication have been instrumental in fostering a spirit of cooperation and progress within the city, earning her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and constituents; and