In the June 2 Cuba municipal election, incumbent Ward 1 Alderman Warren Graddy and challenger Harold Halbert finished in a dead heat. The result has prompted a new election, which is scheduled for next week.
School board honors retirees, gets graduation update
The Cuba Board of Education honored four retirees and one board member for their service to the district during its meeting on Thursday, June 25. Updates on graduation and summer school were also presented.
New resale shop aims to help women find thrifty fashions
Fashion is meeting Facebook in Cuba’s newest resale shop. Fantastic Fashion Finds, located at 201 N. Franklin Street, is a unique business that aims to help women find great outfits at even better prices.
School board approves 2020-21 budget
The Cuba School Board met on Thursday, June 25, to finalize the budget for the 2020-21 school year. Superintendent Jon Earnhart gave updates on how revenues may be affected due to the shut-downs and how the CARES Act money will be distributed.
Wife of alleged child molester also charged
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story contains crime details that some people may find offensive.
The wife of a Cuba man charged with 19 counts of felony sex crimes against a child has been charged with felony endangerment to the child for her connection to the incidents.