Dr. James Rider by Clarke Davis The 45th anniversary of the Valley Falls Medical Clinic will be celebrated with a public event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 8. The…
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Sheriff reaches milestone,
recalls those first years
Sheriff Jeff Herrig cited for 40 years employment with the county. by Clarke Davis Jefferson County Sheriff Jeff Herrig’s first job in law enforcement was in lake patrol at Perry Lake in…
Kiwanis main goal is giving back
Photos submittedKiwanis members and volunteers serve the annual Patriots Day parade meal. Shown above are Tim Farris, AnnaMarie Rainey, Sandy Walbridge, Jillian Holwick, Corissa Bandel, and Judd Holwick.
Fictional story set in author’s hometown
Author Helen Dunlap Newton came home last week to promote her two award-winning books. She addressed audiences at the libraries in Valley Falls and Nortonville. Theme: Foregivenessis a choice by Clarke Davis…
Pullen wins gold in Peru, hoping for the World Cup championship in October
Lily Pullen pitched against Team Brazil and Mexico while in Peru. by Bridget Weishaar Winning a gold medal in Peru was just a stepping stone for Lily Pullen. After the Pan American…
That Smoker takes to the
streets of Jefferson County
Jesse Snyder and Trigg, the smoker, prepare to serve lunch at the Presto gas station located in Grantville. by Bridget Weishaar In today’s fast paced world convenience is everything, so why not…
Headed to state, Bulldogs
get revenge over Trojans
The McLouth Bulldogs softball team defeated the Troy Trojans in Class 2A regional play and advance to the state tournament May 25-26 in Pratt.
McLouth High School senior becomes published author
Mable Caldwell published “The Dangers of Chemistry” at the age of 16.
Honey Creek Farms gears up for another season
Molly Malsbury, daughter of Craig and Emily Malsbury, has been a client of Honey Creek Farm riding lessons since the summer of 2022. She is riding Skippy, the Welsh pony, down the…