
In the Thursday, August 1 issue
Meyer is an aspiring firefighter, scholar, athlete, farm girl, and top 4-H’er
Julia Meyer, age 18, is not on …
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It pays off in the end...
Aubrey Neal, daughter of Travis and Toya Neal, took the Grand Champion Steer prize at the Ripley County 4H Auction Friday night, July 26.

Batesville business celebrates 25 years
Tri-County Collision in Batesville has recently celebrated 25 years of dedication in restoring vehicles to perfection for the community. They would like to extend their gratitude to their loyal customers for trusting them with their vehicles. Cheers to many more years for this local business serving many clienteles.

Starting out young!
Lloyd Darringer, winner of the Reserve Market Lamb, had a little help from a friend getting his prize lamb in line. Harper Ertel, 4, seems to be telling the lamb, “If you don’t want to go to market, straighten up.” She was very helpful behind the scenes getting this lamb through the area that led to the show arena on Friday, July 26, at the Ripley County 4H Livestock Auction.