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STATE BOUND -- The Council Grove Lady Braves Golf team took second place at the 3-2-1A Regional hosted at the Council Grove Country Club on Monday, with five team members qualifying for the State Tournament next week. Pictured (l-r) are Ally Hower, Mija Carlson, Eden Crabb, Carissa Dalquest, Alison Bachura and Coach Eric Carter.

The USD 417 Board of Education discussed the possibility of staff additions in the district at their regular monthly meeting. Superintendent Aron Dody said that the goal of the additions would be teacher support due to the increasing amount of teaching materials that utilize an online component. In discussing this, Dody noted the possibility of combining the duties of the Council Grove Elementary School Assistant Principal with that of early childhood coordinator and 504 co-ordinator. The additions would also include a staff member that would work as a combination of an instructional coach, technical coach and assistant to Technology Director Torri Mc- Dougal.

(Family Features) Costumes and candy may be mainstays of Halloween, but decorating is a fun way to set the mood and add a little extra excitement in the weeks leading up to the holiday. These spooktacular ideas can help dial up the drama and delight for all ages.