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Wyman Lake Catch
Christian Morrison, 10, grandson of Ken “Catfish” Morrison caught this five pounder on a rainy day in Wyman Park with his grandfather. The fish was released as she was full of eggs.
Wyman Lake Catch
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OVHS Drum Majors
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OVHS Drum Majors
Okaw Valley middle and high schools had their spring concert recently during which current drum major Corey Clark passed the baton to the newly selected drum majors Caleb Hildebrandt and Connor Powers. Hildebrandt and Powers will lead the Marching Timberwolves next school year. Clark will continue his musical career at Roosevelt University where he will major in music education. Pictured from left: Caleb Hildebrandt, Corey Clark, Connor Powers.
OVHS Ladies Pitch in
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OVHS Ladies Pitch in
Okaw Valley students helped out with the Corps of Engineers at Lake Shelbyville April 24. The all female team spread 30 cubic yards of mulch, cleaned up the flower beds at the visitor center and Coon Creek, and trimmed back and cleaned the trails at Coon Creek.
Moultrie County Officials at Statehouse
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Moultrie County Officials at Statehouse
State Rep. Brad Halbrook (left) and State Sen. Chapin Rose (right) met with Lynn Reed, Coroner; Dave McCabe, County Chairman; Georgia England, County Clerk and Recorder, all of Moultrie County, April 24 at the Capitol. The group was in Springfield to discuss local issues with Rose and Halbrook.
WHS Prom Court
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WHS Prom Court
Windsor High School will host prom May 6 at the Mason Point Knight’s Hall in Sullivan. Coronation is open to the public and will begin at 7:30 p.m. with the dance beginning at 8 p.m. King candidates are pictured top row L to R: Zackary Van Hyfte, Sterling Howard and Nic Hutchinson. Queen candidates are L to R: Jodie Harris, Desirae Milligan, and Bailey Fleshner.
OVHS Prom Royalty
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OVHS Prom Royalty
The 2017 Okaw Valley Prom Court (front) King Ty Nichols, Queen Jessica Robinson, (back) Sydney Hagerman, Brendon Lane, Madison Uhlrich, Seth Yeakel, Kailyn Boyer and Taylor Coleman.
OV Elementary School Plants Trees
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OV Elementary School Plants Trees
OVES donated and planted a tree in Crowder Park in Bethany and Findlay Park Friday, April 28.
Legacy of Leadership Scholar
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Legacy of Leadership Scholar
Christy Allen of Arthur was named the 2017 IAA Foundation Legacy of Leadership Scholar. Allen is the daughter of Dave and Cathy Allen and is entering her junior year at the University of Illinois, studying agriculture communications. Allen was selected for this honor for her leadership qualities and well-rounded academic experience. She will receive a $7,500 scholarship.
OVHS Band Performs
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OVHS Band Performs
Okaw Valley High School band performs “The Marches of John Williams,” “Come Sail Away,” and “Hadrian’s Wall” at Okaw Valley High School Thursday, April 27.
OVHS Job Shadow Program Honored
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OVHS Job Shadow Program Honored
Okaw Valley’s Job Shadow Class had their recognition breakfast Friday, April 28 at Tailwinds in Findlay. Students presented mentors with certificates and talked about their experiences and future plans. The following students participated in the program this year: Evan Blakey - DMH Sports Enhancement Center, Kailyn Boyer - Merle Norman and Babich Skin Care
Kristy Burford - Sullivan Chamber and Economic Development, Elaina Crawford - Graham Veterinary Clinic, Moranda Matheson - Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois, Maddie Perrine - Good Shepherd Hospital , Jessica Robinson - Arthur Veterinary Clinic, Makayle Rozanski - Jesek Family Dental and Vita Center for Women, Madison Uhlrich - News Progress, Kayla Wheeler - Good Shepherd Hospital . The Job Shadow class is taught by Bonnie Scott. The photo includes job shadow students and their mentors.