The Leader-Union spent a morning recently talking with local children at Bright Beginnings about the upcoming holiday to get their little perspective about cooking and spending time with loved ones. Mason   LU: What do you like about Thanksgiving? Mason: I like to play with my mom and dad outside. LU: Do you know how…

A local woman was honored at the Vandalia City Council meeting in recognition of her many contributions and volunteer hours that she has dedicated over the years. Mayor Ricky Gottman presented Jean Stombaugh Monday night with a proclamation naming November in her honor. He also surprised her with a key to the city. “I would…

Danielle Whitehead has been selected as the Vandalia Lions Club Teacher of the Month. Whitehead is in her 16th year teaching. She graduated from VHS in 1996 and has always lived in the area. She enjoys cheering on the Vandals, crafting, soap-making, being outdoors and spending time with family. Whitehead said her favorite part about…

We hope everyone had a happy Halloween! Check out our gallery from Vandalia’s Downtown’ Trick or Treat, the Vandalia Moose Trunk-or-Treat and the Fayette County YMCA’s Trunk-or-Treat.