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Purol stands in front of a collage in his home depicting him with a variety of objects in his mouth. (Photo by Ethan Gray)

Thu, 06/11/2026 - 3:30pm

Ash Grove big mouth sets world records

Ash Grove resident Jim “Mouth” Purol can't recall a time when he bit off more than he could chew.

Mon, 06/08/2026 - 2:54pm

Republic FFA Expo held at Darr

74 FFA and 4-H kids showed up at the DARR Ag facility, Springfield, on Saturday, May 30, for the annual Republic FFA Expo to show their hogs, at left.

The view of the indoor athletic facility from the newly constructed mezzanine which will allow ample space for coaches to film practices and games.

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 5:22am

Republic High School indoor athletic facility well on the way, Construction updates, retirements and future improvements discussed

An update was delivered on the construction of Republic School District’s indoor athletics facility at the board of education meeting on May 21, where Assistant Superintendent of Operations Jason P

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 12:14pm

New Republic Library hosts grand opening

The newly constructed Republic Library held its grand opening on Monday, June 1, officially opening up the library as well as its services to the public.