During the weeks before Thanksgiving, I was high on anticipation – counting down the days until our two sons were scheduled to come home from college for the holiday break. It had been three … more

The community is welcome to attend a public meeting held by the Dunnegan Rural Fire Department at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 20. Discussion will cover the possible rate increase from $50 to … more

Drivers were extra cautious on Monday morning, Dec. 19 while the southbound lane of South Springfield Avenue was blocked by a trash truck. more

Winter weather is on its way, so this season of bell ringing at Walmart and Woods Supermarket will be coming to an earlier end on Thursday, Dec. 22. more

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Dorothy V. Black, 86, Pittsburg more

There’s only a handful of days left before Christmas, and now is the time that many families jump in the car and drive around to view the beautifully decorated houses around town. Many residences in the community have gotten in the holiday spirit, adorning their houses and yards with decorations and lights. more

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Bolivar​​​​​​​​​-area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message to children around the world: God loves you, and you’re not forgotten! more

Sammy Len Stephens more

Dorothy Vanita Black more

#12 Kyle Pock gets a basket for the Liberators against Republic. more