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In the Tuesday, July 22, 2025 issue


Eckstein’s dominance continues at Lauf Run

Perhaps it was a bit closer than most years but it still took over a minute for a second place finisher to cross the finish line and Oldenburg Academy graduate Curtis Eckstein once again made his presence felt, running away with the 2025 Twister Lauf 5 …

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4-H Fair officially opens - King, Queen named

Corporation Board Members are shown as President, Monica Hansen, cuts the ribbon at the opening ceremonies of the Ripley County Fair on Sunday, July 20. Left to Right: Kylie Adkinson, Charles Baylor, Brandi Brunner, Andy Comer, AJ Ertel, Bryan Franklin, Bryer Franklin, Jim Kuntz, Kevin Kunz, Peggy Lewis, Jeff Meinders, Brandy Meyer, Andi Nuhring, Kurt Sarringhaus, Shele Wiedeman, and Jason Young.


4-H Fair officially opens - King, Queen named

The 2025 4-H King and Queen were announced Sunday evening. 4-H King is Quintin Sarringhaus, son of Daren and Nikki Sarringhaus. Queen is Sara Swinney, daughter of Matthew and Bridget Swinney.


Fundraiser in Sunman has dual purpose

It is always great to see families in the community giving back while doing a fundraiser. Recently, the Gibson children started a snow cone stand to try and raise money for their family vacation expenses to be able to go to Indian Beach, Florida. Mackenzie, 13; Naomi, 8; and Noah, 11 told the Osgood Journal, “We are raising money for extra spending money on vacation and to help our parents with expenses. Our mom has been off work and has been helping care for us and our grandma who has cancer and lots of appointments.”