John Brown University s Christmas Candlelight Services involve members of the JBU Cathedral Choir and University Chorus from across at least eight majors; faculty and staff reading Scripture; a congregation lighting candles and singing "Silent Night"; and the Cathedral of the Ozarks sanctuary filled with as many as 900 visitors.
By Jef Rietsma
Roundup of news from the May 18 meeting of St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners:
Commissioners approved two exceptions to the county s hiring freeze. The board granted a request by undersheriff Jason Bingaman’s for a typist/clerk. The position pays about $57,000 per year, including benefits. Commissioners also OK d a freeze-exception for the position of deputy probate register position, which handles personal-protective orders for all four courts. The opening is the result of Amanda Himes moving to a position in district court.
The board approved the $8,900 purchase of a mobile/video recording system for animal control officer Greg Musser and his vehicle.
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