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Final public hearing held regarding fate of EAC
The Sparta School Board held its third and final public hearing related to the potential closure of the Evansville Attendance Center November 5. The meeting, which was allocated for two hours, took up the entire time as more than 30 public comments were made regarding the school. People stepping up to the podium to speak included concerned citizens, staff from both Sparta Lincoln and EAC, as well as multiple local government officials.
Southern Illinois Election Results
Voters in Southern Illinois took to the ballot box November 3, with a number of local positions filled during the midterm elections. In total, voters cast 10,739 ballots in the election in Randolph County, 7,156 in Perry County and 11,651 in Jackson County. All local races in both Randolph and Perry County were uncontested.
In the spirit of Halloween
As Halloween approaches, those looking for a fun, spooky activity have somewhere to go in Randolph County. That place is the home of Logan and Jonathan Barbour, located at 508 N. John St. in Steeleville, open to visitors from 6 to 10 p.m. through Halloween. The couple first started the project in 2019. According to Logan, it began small, and has grown since then. Every year, the Barbours add on, bringing more to the experience. Logan estimates 70% to 80% of the items included are homemade.
Second public hearing held regarding EAC
The Sparta School Board held the second of three meeting related to the potential closure of the Evansville Attendance Center October 21 at Sparta Lincoln. The public hearing was formatted the same as the first, with Sparta District 140 Superintendent Chris Miesner discussing details of the situation for the district, Sparta Lincoln and EAC, followed by public comment from those gathered. Supporters of EAC filled half of the gym at Sparta Lincoln, with chairs laid out on the gym floor.
Preliminary plan for new subdivision approved
The Sparta City Council approved preliminary plans for a new subdivision to be built in the city. The subdivison, titled Columbus Estates, is along Chester Road, with no timetable given by the council for when it is set to officially begin. As part of the new subdivision, the City of Sparta will be adding infastructure to the area, including water and sewer, roads, sidewalks and curbing.
Tolton boys golf ties for second in Washington
By Brandon Haynes,Chris Farbolin,Reece Candler Tolton boys golf finished in a second-place tie with host Borgia at Franklin County Country Club in Washington, Missouri, on Thursday. The Trailblazers shot a 40-over 140, tying with the Knights but falling to first-place Lutheran St. Charles in a nine-hole match. As a team, the Cougars posted a score of 166, led by individual champion Owen Tormala. A junior golfer, Tormala earned medalist honors with a 2-over 35.
Bradley, Jacques finish in top four of respective weight classic at U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials
By Reece Candler Former Missouri wrestlers Dom Bradley and Jarrett Jacques finished in the top four of their respective weight classes at the U.S. Olympic Trials on Saturday at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, Pennsylvania. Bradley claimed third in the 125-kilogram weight class, and Jacques finished fourth at 74 kg. As a result of their finishes, Bradley and Jacques made the U.S. national team as alternates for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Bradley, Jacques finish in top four of respective weight classes at U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials
Former Missouri wrestlers Dom Bradley and Jarrett Jacques finished in the top four of their respective weight classes at the U.S. Olympic Trials on Saturday at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, Pennsylvania. Bradley claimed third in the 125-kilogram weight class, and Jacques finished fourth at 74 kg. As a result of their finishes, Bradley and Jacques made the U.S. national team as alternates for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Bradley, Jacques finish in top four of respective weight classes at U.S. Olympic Wrestling Trials
Former Missouri wrestlers Dom Bradley and Jarrett Jacques finished in the top four of their respective weight classes at the U.S. Olympic Trials on Saturday at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, Pennsylvania. Bradley claimed third in the 125-kilogram weight class, and Jacques finished fourth at 74 kg. As a result of their finishes, Bradley and Jacques made the U.S. national team as alternates for the 2024 Paris Olympics. kAmr@>A6E:?8 :?
Three former Tigers to compete at U.S. Olympic Trials Original
Former Missouri wrestlers J'den Cox, Dom Bradley and Jarrett Jacques will compete at the upcoming U.S. Olympic Wrestling Team Trials, looking to punch their ticket to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. The trials will take place Friday and Saturday in State College, Pennsylvania, on the campus of Penn State. Cox, Bradley and Jacques are seeded in the challenge bracket, with Cox the No. 1 seed at 97 kilograms, Bradley the No. 4 at 125 and Jacques the No. 11 seed at 74.
Mizzou's O'Toole rebounds to finish third, Elams place in top six at NCAA Championships
KANSAS CITY - Missouri wrestling wrapped up its 2023-24 season Saturday at the NCAA Championships at T-Mobile Center. The Tigers had three wrestlers finish in the top six of their respective weight classes, with No. 1 seed Keegan O'Toole finishing third at 165 pounds, No. 6 Zach Elam securing fourth at 285 pounds and No. 12 Rocky Elam taking sixth at 197 pounds. O'Toole won both of his matches Saturday, bouncing back from an 8-6 loss to No. 4 David Carr of Iowa State in Friday's semifinals.
Mizzou's O’Toole rebounds to finish third, Elams place in top six at NCAA Championships
KANSAS CITY — Missouri wrestling wrapped up its 2023-24 season Saturday at the NCAA Championships at T-Mobile Center. The Tigers had three wrestlers finish in the top six of their respective weight classes, with No. 1 seed Keegan O’Toole finishing third at 165 pounds, No. 6 Zach Elam securing fourth at 285 pounds and No. 12 Rocky Elam taking sixth at 197 pounds. O’Toole won both of his matches Saturday, bouncing back from an 8-6 loss to No. 4 David Carr of Iowa State in Friday’s semifinals.
O'Toole, Elam brothers finish top six at NCAA Wrestling Championships
KANSAS CITY — Missouri wrestling wrapped up its 2024 season Saturday at the NCAA Wrestling Championships at T-Mobile Center. The Tigers had three wrestlers finish in the top six of their respective weight classes, with No. 1 seed Keegan O'Toole finishing third at 165 pounds, No. 6 Zach Elam securing fourth at 285 pounds and No. 12 Rocky Elam taking sixth at 197 pounds.
O'Toole, Elam brothers finish top six at NCAA Wrestling Championships
KANSAS CITY - Missouri wrestling wrapped up its 2024 season Saturday at the NCAA Wrestling Championships at T-Mobile Center. The Tigers had three wrestlers finish in the top six of their respective weight classes, with No. 1 seed Keegan O'Toole finishing third at 165 pounds, No. 6 Zach Elam securing fourth at 285 pounds and No. 12 Rocky Elam taking sixth at 197 pounds.
O'Toole stunned by Carr in NCAA Wrestling Championship semifinals at 165 pounds
By Reece Candler KANSAS CITY - In a shocking defeat, Keegan O'Toole was beaten by No. 4 David Carr of Iowa State in the semifinals at 165 pounds, ending O'Toole's chances at three straight national championships Friday at the T-Mobile Center. Carr came from behind late in the third period to de-throne the two-time defending national champion and get his revenge after being beaten in the 2023 National Championship by O'Toole.
O'Toole, Elams advance to quarterfinals at NCAA Championships
KANSAS CITY — Missouri wrestling junior Keegan O’Toole, in search of a third straight individual championship, made Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships look easy, advancing to the tournament quarterfinals with two wins Thursday at the T-Mobile Center. Not only did O’Toole win both matches, but he won both by fall. O’Toole pinned No. 33 Jack Thomsen of Northern Iowa, a preliminary qualifier, in the first round of his opening match.
O'Toole, Elams advance to quarterfinals at NCAA Championships
KANSAS CITY - Missouri wrestling junior Keegan O'Toole, in search of a third straight individual championship, made Day 1 of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships look easy, advancing to the tournament quarterfinals with two wins Thursday at the T-Mobile Center. Not only did O'Toole win both matches, but he won both by fall. O'Toole pinned No. 33 Jack Thomsen of Northern Iowa, a preliminary qualifier, in the first round of his opening match.
O'Toole stunned by Carr in NCAA Wrestling Championship semifinals at 165 pounds
KANSAS CITY — In a shocking defeat, Keegan O'Toole was beaten by No. 4 David Carr of Iowa State in the semifinals at 165 pounds, ending O'Toole's chances at three straight national championships Friday at the T-Mobile Center. Carr came from behind late in the third period to de-throne the two-time defending national champion and get his revenge after being beaten in the 2023 National Championship by O'Toole.
Mizzou's O'Toole, Elams advance to quarterfinals at NCAA Championships
KANSAS CITY — Missouri junior Keegan O’Toole, in search of a third straight national championship, made Day 1 of the NCAA Championships look easy, advancing to the 165-pound quarterfinals with two wins Thursday at T-Mobile Center. Not only did the top-ranked O’Toole win both matches, but he won both by fall. The Hartland, Arrowhead, native pinned No. 33 Jack Thomsen of Northern Iowa, a preliminary qualifier, in the first round of his opening match.
O'Toole looks to join Cox as only Mizzou wrestlers to win three national titles
When Keegan O'Toole takes the mat at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships on Thursday in Kansas City, the junior from Hartland, Wisconsin, will have a chance to accomplish something only one other wrestler has done in the history of Missouri wrestling. The two-time national champion hopes to join Hickman alum J'den Cox as the only other Tiger to win three individual national championships.
O’Toole looks to join Cox as only Mizzou wrestlers to win three national titles
When Keegan O’Toole takes the mat at the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships on Thursday in Kansas City, the junior from Hartland, Wisconsin, will have a chance to accomplish something only one other wrestler has done in the history of Missouri wrestling. The two-time national champion hopes to join Hickman alum J’den Cox as the only other Tiger to win three individual national championships.
Mizzou wrestler Moore earns at-large bid to NCAA Championships
Missouri wrestler Kade Moore claimed an at-large bid for the upcoming NCAA Championships at 133 pounds. With the bid, the Tigers will have a wrestler competing in all 10 weight classes March 21 in Kansas City.
Kade Moore earns at-large bid for NCAA Championships. Original
By Reece Candler Missouri wrestler Kade Moore claimed an at-large bid for the upcoming NCAA Championships at 133 pounds. With the bid, the Tigers will have a wrestler competing at all 10 weight classes. Moore, ranked No. 30 in his weight class by FloWrestling, was one of five wrestlers to earn at-large bids at 133 pounds. Moore has a record of 11-5 on the season and returned to the Missouri lineup at the Big 12 Championships after missing all of February for the Tigers.
Mizzou wrestler Moore earns at-large bid to NCAA Championships
Missouri wrestler Kade Moore claimed an at-large bid for the upcoming NCAA Championships at 133 pounds. With the bid, the Tigers will have a wrestler competing in all 10 weight classes March 21 in Kansas City. Moore, who is currently ranked No. 30 in his weight class by FloWrestling, was one of only five wrestlers to earn NCAA at-large bids at 133 pounds. Moore has a record of 11-5 this season and returned to the Tigers’ lineup at the Big 12 Championships after missing all of February.
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