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Local Heroes!

Thu, 08/12/2021 - 12:00am

In the interest of introducing members of the Shelton Volunteer Fire Department to the public they serve, The Clipper is featuring members using information and photos supplied by individual members and the department. Unit Commander Jason Wiehn (above) has been a member of the department since January 6, 2009. He has held positions such as chief and unit commander. Second Captain Marlin Schroeder (below) has been a member of the Shelton department for 27 years, has served as an EMT for nine years, and held positions as chief, assistant chief and training officer. Presently he is a captain and the department president. The Shelton Fire Department is currently seeking new members. All education is paid for. Anyone interested or wanting more information is encouraged to message the department’s Facebook page or get an application which is available through any current member. (–courtesy photos)

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Five join staff at Gibbon Public Schools for 2021-22 school year

Five join staff at Gibbon Public Schools for 2021-22 school year

Thu, 08/12/2021 - 12:00am

The 2021-22 school year at Gibbon Public School is set to begin next week with five new staff members. Klesha Miller, Josh Miller, Carlos Vargas, Chris Denton, and Connie Meyer have signed on as staff members.

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Two new teachers to greet Shelton students

Thu, 08/12/2021 - 12:00am

When Shelton students returned to classes this week, two new faces greeted them, kindergarten through twelfth grade life skills teacher Rebecca Hoobler, and third grade teacher Dwight Jones.

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Gibbon Tractor Pull draws large crowd

Thu, 08/12/2021 - 12:00am

Roaring engines, flying dirt, a lot of black smoke and stands full of fans marked the 2021 Gibbon Tractor Pull held on Friday, August 6. The annual event featured Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association Light Limited Pro Tractors, Light Super Stock, Limited Pro Stock, Unlimited Super Stock and other truck and tractor class entries. A cloudy sky kept temperatures warm but more moderate than in past years, making the pull an enjoyable occasion. (–photo by Dennis Walker)