Purdy
Purdy school board fills staff positions
The Purdy school board renewed teacher contracts and heard about successes from the district’s new reading program during its March meeting.
Purdy aldermen review unsightly property options
The Purdy City Council discussed property maintenance and hiring a collection agency to address overdue utility bills during its March 12 meeting.
Barry Lawrence Ambulance seeks tax hike
Rising equipment costs cited as primary need
Lady Eagles build in return year
After an absent season due to low numbers, the Purdy girls basketball team was back in action this year and building toward a revamp of the program.
Purdy schools extends contracts, hires staff
The Purdy school board filled staffing posts for the coming year and reviewed facili ty needs during its February meeting.
Eagles enjoy high-flying season full of ups and downs
When it comes to entertainment value in high school hoops, the Purdy boys basketball team had no shortage this season.
Purdy FBLA qualifies 15 students for State Leadership Conference
On Feb. 4, the Purdy chapter of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) traveled to the annual FBLA District 5 Leadership Conference. Out of 35 student competitors, Purdy had a record 33 students place in the top 10 in 50 different events. Fifteen students earned a chance to compete at the FBLA State Leadership Conference which will be held in Springfield from April 13-15.
Sale of old Purdy city hall again proposed
The Purdy City Council received a second inquiry about selling the former city hall building, prodding city leaders to revisit the question.
Eagles hoping for health
With the Class 2, District 11 Tournament at its gym Feb. 24-28, the Purdy boys basketball team has one major focus in the next two weeks — get healthy.
Purdy celebrates Homecoming victory, crowning of royalty
Purdy High School celebrated Homecoming on Feb. 4, earning a 53-49 victory over Southwest. This year’s Homecoming Court featured the following representatives from each class: seniors Marlene Villa and Jackson Hillburn; juniors Lauren Brooks and Aldo Perez; sophomores Lizett Aldava and Jayden Griffis; and freshmen Kenzi Postlewait and Charles Barnes. Crown Bearers for the evening were Emmett Burnside and Kodi Postlewait.
