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- School staff unites during COVID-19 

- Villanueva chosen as CHS representative on supt. council

- Chamber, WPLS events put on hold

- Kirkland builds staff for 2022

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Keeping the crowd in the game

Clinton High School band member Julio Ramirez performs the Red Tornado Fight Song at a home basketball game. CDN

A rise in COVID-19 cases has spiked within the Clinton Public School District this week. Superintendent Tyler Bridges reported a high of 21.6% of students and approximately 40 staff members were absent.

The rise in COVID-19 cases has caused hardships on many businesses in Clinton. The Chamber of Commerce and Western Plains Library System recently canceled all functions and activities for the safety and wellbeing of staff and community members.

Feeding the hungry fans

Clariza Ramos, right, hands a customer chips at the basketball concession stand while Eldonia Hicks, left, goes to find a product for a customer. CDN

(AP) — President Joe Biden is not planning to answer a further Russian invasion of Ukraine by sending combat troops. But he could pursue a range of less dramatic yet still risky military options, including supporting a postinvasion Ukrainian resistance.

Responded to a medical assist in the area of 22412 E. 1070 Road.

WEDNESDAY DAY SHIFT Responded to report

Responded to a request for extra patrol on 2350 Road between 1040 and 1050 Roads.

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