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Thomas William Venzke, age 91, of Athens, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025.

A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, at Bethlehem Lutheran Churc...

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Prevail Bank recently distributed 20 charitable contribution checks totaling $47
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Prevail Bank recently distributed 20 charitable contribution checks totaling $47

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Certified prevention specialist with the Taylor County Health Department, Melissa Moore, urged parents and guardians to communicate with their children during a seminar titled Old Drugs, New Threats at Northcentral Technical College in Medford on Nov. 13. MANDEE ELLIS/THE STAR NEWS
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