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Fire destroys farmhouse near Jelloway

Firefighters from several departments battled a fire in this two-story frame home just north of Jelloway on Ravin Road, Monday afternoon. (Virgil Shipley)

Council makes appointments

Ron Winget, left, attended his first meeting as the newest member of the Fredericktown Village Council on Monday evening. Pictured with Winget is veteran council member Dave Glass, who was re-elected president of council. (Melissa Raines)

Centerburg says no to ADF

From left, Centerburg Mayor George Shaw swears in council members Jerry Hess, David Beck, Aimee Humphrey and Diana Stockmaster. (Samantha Scoles)