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Goreville Merchants had memorable run 40 years ago

By Mike Buhler The Goreville Blackcats and Lady Blackcats have had quite a run in sports over the last 12 months — with the softball team winning a state title last spring, the girls basketball team winning two regional titles and the baseball and volleyball teams winning regional titles as …

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Goreville FFA Chapter named Top Ten in nation

The National Chapter Award is made up of three areas: Growing Leaders, Building Communities, and Strengthening Agriculture. In 2012 the Model of Excellence division was added to the competition to name the top ten schools or Future Farmers of America (FFA) programs in the Nation. There are 7556 chapters in …

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Students named all-conference

Student athletes at Goreville High School and Vienna High School were recently named Black Diamond All-Conference. Baseball (West) Junior, Brodie Lenon (M.V.P.), Goreville. Senior, Brant Glidewell (Captain), Goreville. Junior, Peyton Massey, Goreville. Senior, Christian Pearl, Vienna. Junior, Peyton Geyman, Goreville. Softball (West) Sophomore, Alexandria King (Captain), Goreville. Senior, Rachel Kindhart, …

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Thompson signs with Loyola

Goreville Schools’ first female track scholar credits relay team for her success  By Joe Rehana Goreville’s Roxanne Thompson signed a letter of intent with Loyola University New Orleans Monday morning to become the school’s first female athlete to receive a scholarship in track and field. Thompson credited her opportunity with …

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Mike Rude rehired as Vienna-Goreville head football coach

Vienna, Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016 –Varsity football restarted in Johnson County after more than 75 years with an inaugural season in 2009 while under the leadership of Hall of Fame Coach Mike Rude. Coach Rude lead the Vienna-Goreville Eagles to playoffs in 2012 and 2013, and brought home the first …

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Steve Webb elected to national board

Dr. Steve Webb superintendent of Goreville Community Unit School District #1, has been elected to the American Association of School Administrators (AASA) Governing Board.  AASA serves as the “national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill” and is located in Alexandria, Virginia. He begins his term this …

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End Zone Dance set for Saturday night at VHS

The Vienna-Goreville Orange Crush Booster Club is putting on a dance on Saturday, Feb. 28, in Vienna High School’s old gym from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.  Their goal is to raise money to purchase new home jerseys, new helmets and continue to generate funding to put up lights at …

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V-G Eagles defeat Christopher today for a spot in playoff games

The Vienna-Goreville Eagles defeated Christopher High School this afternoon, 23-7, qualifying them a spot in state playoffs with one regular season game remaining. The Eagles will host Eldorado next Saturday on their home field in Vienna. Kick-off for Saturday, Oct. 26th’s game is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Follow The Vienna Times …

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V-G’s lineup announced for Saturday’s opener

By Mike McGinnis The Vienna-Goreville High School football team will open its season this Saturday against Johnston City.  Kick-off is set for 1:00 p.m. at Vienna.  Last year, V-G lost to Johnston City in their final regular season game when the Indians kicked a field goal with three seconds to …

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State police say prepare for Prom with safety in mind

Ullin, IL – April is the beginning of prom season. This is a time when celebrations can turn dangerous for high school students. DUI’s, speeding, not wearing a seat belt, and distracted driving make up the “Fatal Four”. The Illinois State Police will be out in force during the months …

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