Stories from Friday, July 21, 2023

Vernon County Ambulance District (VCAD) Director Leland Splitter (center) goes over the proposed bills with the VCAD Board at their Thursday evening meeting. The main discussion of the brief meeting came in new business when Splitter discussed the issue of employee retention that the district is having. ...

The Bronaugh Board of Aldermen meeting commenced on Tuesday evening under the leadership of President Nancy Pitts. The board granted the floor to Doris Ann Ricketts, a resident of the city, allowing her to address the council. Ricketts shared that she had reached out to Attorney Bill McCaffree, who had agreed to serve as the city's attorney without any charges. ...

The Nevada Griffons had a chance to hang out with the YMCA Campers Thursday afternoon, talking and learning about baseball. Nevada Griffons’ General Manager Kevin Williams told Nevada Daily Mail, “For nearly 10 years, the YMCA has opened their doors to the Nevada Griffons so they are able to continue their workout routines while playing baseball for the Griffons. ...

The Nevada Griffons ended their season Thursday night at home against the Clarinda A’s, knowing their season would end at Lyons Stadium due to their loss against the A’s Wednesday evening against the A’s and with Sedalia scoring a win as well. They wanted to end the season on a positive note, but instead fell to Clarinda with a final score of 14-2 in just seven innings...