AMERICA’S BIRTHDAY
When America’s birthday arrives this Friday, Smithville residents are warned to follow the city’s laws on fireworks and to be careful when enjoying the Fourth of July.
According to Smithville Police Chief Ken Wilson, no bottle rockets are allowed to be sold or discharged within the city limits. Additionally, residents should remember that fireworks may be discharged only on Friday, July 4, from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Breaking down barriers — one truck and cow at a time
Seventeen-year-old Erin Miller doesn’t get excited about shopping and she never enjoyed playing with Barbie dolls.
She likes getting down and dirty on the farm and under the hood of a big rig — showing she can keep up with the biggest and strongest men and show women that they can do anything they dream.
Rugby 101
It’s a game often referred to as the father of American football. It attracts thousands of players each year because of its non-stop action and raw, aggressive nature. And it’s becoming a popular sport in the Northland.
The rugby blueprint
Scrum: It’s rugby’s most recognizable formation. It is a method to restart the game after the referee has whistled a minor violation. A group of players lock up together for each team and form a tunnel for the opposition. The non-offending team puts the ball in the tunnel by rolling it into the middle and each team pushes forward until one player is able to hook the ball with the feet and push it back to the back-row players on his or her team.
Phase IV projects nearing completion
Construction on a multimillion dollar improvement project at the Smithville R-II School District is nearing completion.
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The Northland is thriving. Business is booming, and there’s a lot to do from parks to theater and in between. Check it out in our annual Life in the Northland magazine.