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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.

The Handsome Hound named Business of the Month
The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce has named The Handsome Hound as July’s Business of the Month, recognizing the local dog grooming salon for its outstanding service, community involvement, and family-driven values.

Family fun, food, and mud await at Vandalia's Summer Palooza
The Vandalia Area Fairgrounds are set to come alive this Saturday, July 12, as the community prepares for the much-anticipated Summer Palooza, a full day of family-friendly fun, food, and festivities.

Packed house welcomes rescheduled Truck & Tractor Pull at Vandalia Fairgrounds
The grandstands were bursting with excitement Thursday night as the Vandalia Area Fairgrounds hosted the rescheduled Eastern Missouri Truck Pullers & Xcalibur Tractor Pull, drawing one of the largest crowds in recent memory.

Vandalia Area Chamber Business Spotlight: Horseshoe Bar & Grill – A Farber favorite
FARBER, Mo. – The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to shine this month’s Business Spotlight on The Horseshoe Bar & Grill, a beloved local establishment in Farber, Mo, owned and operated by the husband-and-wife team, LeRoy and Lynette Null.

Soulful Sips nearing its first anniversary
Who knew that operating a lemonade stand as child would lead to operating a coffee trailer? Kristi Cutt figured that out last October when she opened Soulful Sips along Bus. Hwy 54 in Vandalia.

Missouri lawmakers could return to session this fall to debate property taxes
Questions about the constitutionality of a property tax cap included in the governor’s stadium funding plan earlier this month may draw Missouri lawmakers back into session later this year.

Vendors invited to join the fun at Prairie Days Festival on Sept. 27
The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the annual Prairie Days Fall Festival, set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 27, and local vendors are invited to be part of the celebration.

PCMH opens oncology center
As part of their comprehensive plan to expand the services offered at Pike County Memorial Hospital the hospital board opened an oncology center on the… Login to continue reading Login…

The Bar Code Bar & Grill: May Business Spotlight
For the month of May, the Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce shines its Business Spotlight on the Bar Code Bar & Grill, a local establishment that has quickly become a cornerstone of the community since opening its doors in June 2023.