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Bumper street parade for Easter in the Country’s birthday

The 2026 street parade was one to remember, with a record number of beautifully decorated floats making their way along […]

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110 years of the Mitchell Show

The Mitchell Show Society is gearing up for its 110th annual show on May 11 and 12. A long-standing highlight on the local calendar, the...
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