Today's News

VANDALIA - Despite losing seven fumbles during the game, Vandalia came away with a 47-6 win against Litchfield for homecoming by scoring a touchdown on its other seven drives.

Ryan Ambuehl scored four times during the game, rushing for three touchdowns and catching a 24-yard pass from Tim Ritchey, who later threw another 24-yard touchdown pass to Luke Smith.

Alex Newsom added a pair of rushing touchdowns, including a 49-yard run on Vandalia's first play from scrimmage.

The Vandal defense played well, recording 13 tackles for loss.

PANA — A subpar attack against a very disciplined Pana volleyball team led to Vandalia's first loss of the season Thursday night.

The Lady Vandals made too many errors in a 25-10, 25-19 loss, said coach Allison Smith.

Senior Sierah Ruffner had six kills, and senior Shelby Foster had three service aces to lead the Lady Vandals (15-1) in the nonconference game. The conference date is in Vandalia on Oct. 18.

The next game is on Monday at Taylorville.

ID Theft Workshop
Protect Yourselves Against Identity Theft:  It’s a growing problem that threatens us all.
Come and learn about how identity theft can occur, obtain valuable tips as to how you might protect yourself and learn about what steps can be taken if you fall victim to this crime.
Everyone is invited to participate in this educational workshop at Immanuel Lutheran Church on Sunday, Oct.  21, at 7 p.m., in the Augsburg Church fellowship hall.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, September 19
• Kid’s Klub for ages Kindergarten through sixth grade, 7 p.m., First Church of
God S.H.E.D. Those needing a ride can call 829-3936.
Thursday, September 20
• The Vit-Em-In Sunday school class of First United Methodist Church will have a wiener roast at the rural home of Jack and Marilyn Sproat at 5 p.m., with LeMar and Billye Jo Marchman co-hosts. Hot dogs, buns, beverages and table service will be provided for the potluck meal.