Kenton Ridge High class holding reunion

All that remains of the former Kenton Ridge High School is a pile of rubble Monday, April 15, 2024. The high school, located on Middle Urbana Road, was recently demolished. A new combined Kenton Ridge School was opened at the beginning of this school year. BILL LACKEY/STAFF

Credit: Bill Lackey

Credit: Bill Lackey

All that remains of the former Kenton Ridge High School is a pile of rubble Monday, April 15, 2024. The high school, located on Middle Urbana Road, was recently demolished. A new combined Kenton Ridge School was opened at the beginning of this school year. BILL LACKEY/STAFF

The Kenton Ridge High School Class of 2004 is planning their upcoming 20th Class Reunion.

The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, at Mother Stewart’s Brewing.

This is a free event with no ticket necessary.

Springfield mayor to speak

Greater Springfield AFP will host a Lunch and Learn session from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, at Park National Bank Downtown Springfield, third floor, with Springfield Mayor Rob Rue, designed to foster stronger partnerships between the local government and nonprofit organizations in the community.

This interactive session aims to provide valuable insights, resources, and opportunities for collaboration to empower nonprofits and enhance their impact on community development and social welfare.

To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/collaboration-for-community-impact-tickets-943148240777. STAFF REPORT

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