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August 12, 2021


In the Thursday, August 12 issue

Buses are back! Be sure to watch for them!

The big yellow buses are back in town with all schools officially now in session. Schools are asking the public to be aware and watch for the many stops the buses will be making all across the county as they drop off and pick up our precious children m …

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Local volleyball looking for a champion

None of the five coverage area schools produced a conference champion or sectional champion for the 2020 volleyball season but the potential lies in 2021 for that result to change as matches get underway next week. A rather youthful season a year ago g …

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In the print edition:

Trial date pushed back for Knudson

In a hearing held last week in Ripley County Circuit Court, the murder trial for Jordan Knudson was extended from September 14 to January 7, 2022.
Knudson of Holton has been charged with the murder of Kristina Asche Jones, 36, also of Holton, which occurred on January 10 this year.


Parents, kids invited to meet new friends

If you’re looking to gather with other parents for support and encouragement – look no further. A new group, headed by Renee Hart, has been formed and will be meeting at the Tyson Activity Center, Versailles, on Monday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m. for moms and August 28 at 10 a.m. for dads.


Versailles Town Board hears Pumpkin Show plans

Members of the Versailles Town Board heard from Paul Sipples of the Versailles Lions Club at their regular meeting Tuesday evening.