Area high school cross country teams faced two major weekend competitions. The Devils pushed through stiff opposition at Granite City, while QND and Liberty competed in Rochester, making for an eventful Saturday.

France lights up with parades and fireworks as the nation unites to celebrate Bastille Day, commemorating the historic storming of the Bastille prison in 1789. On Monday, 7,000 participants, including troops and armored vehicles, will march through Paris, marking this pivotal event in French history.

Jennifer “Jenny” Sue Durham, a resident of Liberty, passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 52. Her obituary was published by The Advocate-Messenger.

William ‘Vic’ Grooms, a cherished member of the Liberty community, passed away on January 17 at the age of 81. His passing marks the end of an era for those who knew him.