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Missouri AG office is working to halt the Grain Belt Express transmission line across the state
Dan Engemann, director of policy for Missouri’s attorney general, equated the Grain Belt Express transmission line issue to the land use issue of the Katy Trail.
Pike County Memorial Hospital Vandalia Clinic named Vandalia Area Chamber Featured Business of the Month
The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce said is proud to recognize Pike County Memorial Hospital Vandalia Clinic as the Featured Business of the Month for August. Since opening in April 2016, the clinic has been a vital part of the community, offering high-quality, accessible healthcare to Vandalia and surrounding areas.
Parade kicks off Saturday events at Martinsburg Picnic
Hwy. 19 was shut down for about 20 minutes on Saturday at the parade celebrating Martinsburg’s 123rd Annual Picnic made its way across the highway and into town.
Vandalia Board of Aldermen advances public safety, infrastructure, and community projects
The City of Vandalia Board of Aldermen met last week to address a full agenda of initiatives aimed at improving public safety, modernizing infrastructure, and enhancing community spaces. Several motions passed unanimously, while others were tabled for future discussion.
Hoover family donates a piece of Vandalia history
Dea Hoover recently donated the 1800s patient chair of Dr. J.C.
Former Irish Republican Army soldier in Missouri self deports, afraid he'll die in ICE cell
Trump administration officials aim to pressure some noncitizens into self-deporting. It worked on Matthew Morrison. In mid-July, the 69-year-old former psychiatric nurse supervisor quietly fled the United States.
7 things doctors wish families knew this back-to-school season
(StatePoint) As you prepare children to return to the classroom this fall, the American Medical Association (AMA) has seven tips to help your family have a healthy school year.
Black Missouri lawmakers vow to resist Missouri GOP push for new congressional districts
Black leaders in the Missouri legislature said Thursday that they will fight any attempt to redraw the state’s congressional districts, pointing to the courts as the venue where they have greatest hopes to prevail.
Beef prices remain high
BOLIVAR, Mo. – Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the average retail price of ground beef rose to a record $6.12 per pound in June 2025.
Prairie Days 2025: Vandalia's signature fall festival returns Sept. 26–27
The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce said it is thrilled to announce the return of Prairie Days, the town’s annual fall festival, taking place Friday, Sept. 26 and Saturday, Sept.