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Dr. Ruess

@FestusR6Supt

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Superintendent

Festus, MO
Joined May 2009
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@FestusR6Supt
Dr. Ruess
6 years
Getting Creative..Doorbell just rang and when I answered..this was there... #TryingToTwistMyArm
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Look at what just appeared on my doorstep🎲🎲‼️✔️ #YumYum . #Bribery
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4 years
Here you go R6 Family.... #BeSafe
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2 years
And so it begins… ❄️☃️ that time of year once again❄️☃️
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4 years
My Thoughts for Tuesday 12/17/19🎯❄️🎯❄️. And a Shoutout🎯🎯 #CrazyMotherNature # #Retweet
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Due to Slick Road conditions coupled with Low Temperatures, Festus R-VI will NOT be in session on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. #WeAreFestus #StayWarm #BeSafe
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4 years
No School Wednesday 12/18/19. Too many side streets in poor condition and State Hwy P is treacherous🎯. A shoutout to ‘Jackson’ for bringing cookies to Winston. Statement on Finals will be communicated by 10 am tomorrow - 12/18. #StaySafe . #AlwaysATiger .
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4 years
No School 12/16/19 at FestusR6
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2 years
To All R-VI Stakeholders.....The past 14 years have been the best of my 36 year in Education...I'm speechless (believe it or not...ha) and all I can say is: "Thanks for the Memories"..... #R6Strong #R6Rocks #MakeIt12 #WillAlwaysTreasureTheTime
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3 years
No School due to Mother Nature.- Wednesday, 2/10/21. #BeSafe . #StayWarm #IWantSleep #WeAreFestus #TraditionalSnowDay .
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Today is the day! Proud and honored to serve the Festus R-VI Community! Best wishes on your next journeyDr. Luttrell. #GoTigers #WeAreFestus
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Been checking roadways...Too early for making a decision regarding school on Monday...But thought I’d share some of the many ‘snowman’s’ I drove past while out. #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
I’ve picked up numerous new ‘Flowers’ tonight. I truly Love serving as Supt for Festus R6‼️. The Great things accomplished as a District are ALL due to a TOTAL team effort‼️. I think maybe my next TWEET may actually be the ‘one’ many of you are awaiting #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Just Showed Up💥💥... ..Not sure what I’m supposed to do❓❓..Maybe make some hot chocolate...🎲 #YesOnPropF
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5 years
Senior Prank Mariachi Band‼️‼️
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1 year
2023 State Champions!!! 🎉🎉 @FHSVarBaseball
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Dr. Ruess
6 years
Due to the extreme wind chill temperatures forecast for tonight through mid-way tomorrow, along with several roads that have icy conditions, Festus R-VI will NOT be in session Tuesday, January 16 2018 #StayWarm
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7 years
Festus HS Boys on the Big Stage Receiving their First Place Class 3 State Trophy. 4 in a Row‼️💥‼️. R6Strong
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3 years
Been checking roadways....
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Dr. Ruess
3 years
Many roadways remain slick and snow covered. No warm up in temperatures expected overnight. Thus, R-VI will NOT be in session on Tuesday, 02/09/21. Traditional Snow Day. Now, back to enjoying those cookies. (ha) #WeAreFestus #StaySafeAndWarm #Retweet
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2 years
Ready for March🥺🎲🎯 #R6Strong . #StaySafe
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Dr. Ruess
7 years
FHS Rocket Club are now World Champions!! #WayToGo More to Come.....ReTweet
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Dr. Ruess
7 years
Just got official word from DESE, Festus R6 will NOT have to make up the missed days from last week. Last day is May 23, 2017 #Thanks
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Dr. Ruess
6 years
Due to NOT normal weather conditions , the R-VI District WILL NOT be in session on Thursday, November 15, 2018 #BeSafe #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Due to continued wintry precipitation, Thursday, February 24, 2022 will be a Remote Learning Day for the Festus R-VI School District. Follow the District Social Media for further information regarding activities, etc. #StaySafe #StillMaddening
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
Due to uncertainty in the weather forecast that outlines possible freezing rain and sleet, the Festus R-VI School District will NOT be in session on Friday, January 17, 2020. #BeSafe #ExtendedWeekend
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Dr. Ruess
3 years
Already trying to sway my decision-making🤣🤣...likely an early morning call...🎯 entire week appears yucky plus COLD. But in the meantime, I’ve got 🍪cookies🍪 to enjoy. #WeAreFestus #CantBeBribed
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
Please Know That ALL of Our R-VI Staff WILL BE HERE for Our Students & Families During this Closure..... #R6Strong #ProudToServe
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Dr. Ruess
1 year
I thought these might land on my desk today ☃️❄️☃️❄️ 😂🖤💛🖤💛
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
Festus Tigers are Class 4 District 1 🏈 Champions defeating North County 27-6 #WeAreFestus #Congratulations
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4 years
This is for YOU Tiger Class of 2020🎯🎲❗️❗️ #WeAreFestus . #WeWillGetThroughThisTogether
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
That time of year once again….❄️☃️❄️☃️… trying to turn up the heat on me to make a certain decision….🍪🍪🍪always appreciated for nourishment …Will 💤💤💤soon and rise EARLY to ✅ roadways. #BigDecision . #R6Strong #FollowMe
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4 years
Congratulations to the Festus Boys Cross Country team for taking 🏆First Place 🏆at Class 4 State Meet. 7th consecutive State Championship ties the all-time State Record! 4 All-State Runners!! Boys placed 2nd, 9th, 12th, 15th, 37th, 58th and 67th. #R6Dynasty #WeAreFestus
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5 years
Awesome🎉🎉💰
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
I’ve waited YEARS for KC Chiefs to Reach the 🏈Super Bowl🏈‼️ Finally‼️. #GoChiefs . #HappyInVegas 🎲🏈🎲
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Dr. Ruess
6 years
Varsity Boys Cross Country take First Place at Class 3 State Championship‼️‼️Max McDaniel Overall Class 3 Champion‼️ #5Peat ‼️
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5 years
Festus Boys Win Once Again Class 3 State Championship🎯. 6 Titles in a Row... #Dynasty #5AllStateRunners #WeAreFestus
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Dr. Ruess
8 years
Lady Tigers are Sectional Champions!!! Defeat Poplar Bluff Mules 3-1 # #FinalEight
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5 years
Oh my...Look what arrived at my doorstep....Thanks - but for this forecast it will be EARLY a.m. hours before I'll know about road conditions. In the meantime, Do your Homework and Get Some Sleep. As of now R-6 will be in Session. #MotherNature
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Mother Nature Continues to be 'In-Control'😬...Due to slick roadways, Friday, February 25, 2022 will be an AMI-Remote Learning/Virtual Learning Day. Follow the District Social Media for further updates on Activities, etc. #NoMoreBadWeather #StaySafe #SchoolOnMonday
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
That time of year once again….❄️☃️❄️☃️… trying to turn up the heat on me to make a certain decision….🍪🍪🍪always appreciated for nourishment …Will 💤💤💤soon and rise EARLY to ✅ roadways. #BigDecision . #R6Strong #FollowMe
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Dr. Ruess
3 years
Finished the evening check of roads and while many are clear, there are a few not in condition for safe travel. Thus, Festus R6 will have an AMI/e-learning/remote learning day for Thursday 2/18/21. Hope to be in session on Friday. #StaySafe #RemoteLearning
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Dr. Ruess
6 years
Varsity Cross Country Boys on podium with the First Place Team Trophy‼️‼️‼️ #5Peat . #Dynasyy . #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
I think the next TWEET is the TWEET for which many have been wanting to read...... #WaitForIt
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Dr. Ruess
8 years
Due to Weather Conditions, Festus R-6 will NOT be in session on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 #CallingItOff #BeSafe
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Food Always is Enjoyable… Despite the weather… #ThankYou . #StayTuned
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
1975 Graduate Major Kevin Kinder inducted into the R6 Hall of Fame posthumously. Great Man‼️ #R6Strong
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2 years
I made it outside but now not sure I can get to my truck. Likely ICE under the mounds of snow❄️❄️❄️… PLUS it is 💨COLD☃️ …. #StayTuned #LotsOfSnow #TimeToShovel
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
D1 Signing for FHS Senior Eric Ruess with Murray State 🏈 #WeAreFestus
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3 years
QB Cole Rickerman sets single season passing record for the Tigers surpassing 2600 yards #WeAreFestus
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Dr. Ruess
3 years
How am I to keep my New Year’s Resolution and Keep Receiving My Favorites...🎲✔️🎯❓🎲🤣. #NeverEasy
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Dr. Ruess
3 years
Due to poor road conditions in many areas, R-VI will NOT be in session on Thursday, 2/11/21. Friday, 2/12/21 & Monday, 2/15/21 are scheduled as non-attendance days due to Staff PD and President's Day. Classes resume 2/16/21 #GetRest #StayWarm #WeAreFestus #ReTweet
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Festus R6 will NOT be in session on Monday, January 14,2019. Too many side streets still messy plus most roadways wet which are likely to freeze overnight. Tuesday should be good. More snowmen for your viewing pleasure. ☃️ #R6Strong
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5 years
Dinner of Champions🎯‼️ 🍝🍝🍜🍝 #WeAreFestus . #6InARow
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3 years
Awesome Prom atmosphere last night at Tiger Stadium. #PromUnderTheStars
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4 years
Awesome .. Congrats FHS Class of 2020. #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
So happy that AJ Ofodile is now part of the R-VI School Community.... Please Welcome Him and his wife Dianna!!! AJ will be our Varsity Football Coach along with teaching Strength & Conditioning #R6Proud
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Congrats to BOTH Varsity Boys and Varsity Girls for taking First Place at Class 3 District Race✔️ State next week🎯. #TraditionContinues
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4 years
New Student Services Center at FHS opens TODAY🎯. #R6Strong #LongOverdue
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2 years
I need to go check roadways… but not sure I can get out of my house…. #StayTuned
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Sorry for late notice. Timing Terrible. Not worth the risk. See Attached Video for School Information. No School Thursday 1/6/222. #LateNoticeDueToMotherNatureTiming .
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
Very likely that I will wait until early am to see the latest tracking of the winter weather. As of now, we are on very southern edge. #DoYourHomework . #R6Strong
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5 years
Due to road conditions with the recent late afternoon snow along with still frigid temperatures, the Festus R-VI School District will NOT be in session on Thursday, January 31, 2019. #SchoolOnFriday #YesOnPropF
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7 years
FHS Boys and Girls State Champions. #R6Strong
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2 years
Geez, already lobbying for Friday…🤣🤣. In the interim, I will enjoy. Do not even have to worry about rising early and checking roadways. Thanks Jackson and Logan. #WeAreFestus . #LotsOfSnow .
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Congrats to Senior Katie Basler for Earning the Highest Scholarship that UMSL awards‼️. #R6Strong #MakesUsProud
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7 years
Festus HSGirls Accepting their First Place Class 3 State Trophy #R6Strong
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5 years
Mr & Miss FHS for the Class of 2019 - Max McDaniel & Hannah Minx. #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
4 years
New 🏈 Coach AJ Ofodile and his wife Dianna formally introduced this evening to parents students, and assistant coaches tonight at a Meet-N-Greet🎯...Outstanding additions to our R6 School Community. #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
1 year
Out of abundance of caution, due to poor road conditions in our out of town routes, Festus R-VI will NOT be in session Tuesday, Jan 31,2023. This will be our last traditional snow day. #StaySafe #WeAreFestus
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Due to poor road conditions, Festus R-VI will NOT be in session Friday, 2/4/22. Entire campus closed with exception of limited services at the Roy Burnside Bldg. Focus will be on clearing lots and sidewalks. Enjoy the weekend and Stay Safe. #ShovelOut #SeeYouMonday
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3 years
I'll try this once again...At this time, it appears that conditions will be favorable for Festus R-VI to be OPEN on Friday, February 19, 2021 #MotherNatureDoesFool #GoToBedEarly #ChargeYourChromebook #WeAreFestus
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Why does Weather have to be so Maddening in late February…..❓ #BringOnSpring
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
It is almost time! Festus R-VI is excited to welcome our new teachers on campus today as we begin New Teacher Orientation! 🎉🎉 Welcome to the Festus Family!
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Dr. Ruess
6 years
Congratulations to Mrs Jennifer Kline who has just been named the Missouri State Counselor of the Year‼️‼️‼️. #R6Strong
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1 year
What an exciting first day at State Track!! So proud of our Tigers!! 🎉🎉 Congratulations Ian and Ella … 🥇
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1 year
Festus R-VI will not be in session tomorrow (Wednesday, January 25,2023) due to the pending snow forecast. Enjoy your traditional snow day ❄️☃️ #WeAreFestus #StaySafe
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2 years
Cookie Bandit Strikes Again…. #IveGotAFeeling #StayTunedSoon
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7 years
World Clhampions- FHS Rocket Team - Welcome Home🎯 #R6Strong #STEM
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8 years
Class 3 Boys State Champions. #R6Strong #CapturedTheDream #3Peat
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1 year
2023 Class 5 State Champions! Our community is amazing .. Thank you for always showing up to support the Tigers!! @FHSVarBaseball @FESTUSAthletics
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3 years
Congratulations to FHS National Board Certified Teacher Science Teacher Mr John Maddux for being named Missouri State Biology Teacher. of the Year. #WeAreFestus
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6 years
FHS students out in force this morning showing School Spirit prior to 6 am as they welcome Fox 2 Prep Zone‼️‼️. #SoProud
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8 years
Will likely wait until early AM and check roads at that time before making decision for Thursday #ReadyForSpring
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6 years
🏐🏐🏐District Champions‼️‼️‼️‼️ #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
Out of an abundance of caution in order to avoid a repeat of last Thursday when roadways turned slick faster than expected, the Festus R-VI School District will have an AMI (remote learning) day on Wednesday, 2/23/22. #MaddeningWeather
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Dr. Ruess
5 years
Tommy Alexander Award bestowed to Michael Esparza. #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
6 years
Congratulations to our current High School Principal - Mr. Karl Shininger - who was last spring named the SEMO Middle School Principal of the Year. #R6Strong
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Dr. Ruess
2 years
And .. a terrific ending to day #1 🎉🖤💛 thank you to everyone for your patience and helpfulness as we worked through the first day ! See you tomorrow!! 🖤💛🖤💛
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6 years
Could we make use of a Performing Arts Center❓ #MightGetAChanceToDecide . #R6Strong
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1 year
What a day to be a FESTUS TIGER!! Boys Class 4 STATE CHAMPIONS!! 🎉🎉
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4 years
Mother Nature wins again. Just enough snow at the worst time. Festus R6 will NOT be in session Wednesday, 1/29/2020. Forecast also calling for mid afternoon snow. #BetterDaysInMay #NoMoreWinter . #R6Strong
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7 years
I'm thinking I better go to bed and get some sleep so I can get up EARLY and check road conditions...... #TerribleTiming ❄️❄️❄️⏰⏰
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2 years
Black & Gold Pack out in force tonight as Varsity 🏀 Tigers battle Bulldogs of Sikeston. #R6Proud
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