Off The Hook
July 6, 2015

Allie Spain on The World Race

By Melanie Behrens

For many months, we have been following MHS grad Allie Spain as she serves as a missionary working with The World Race. It’s young Christians spreading the Word in a new country each month.
Since we heard from her last, she has been to the Philippines and Mongolia, and is now finishing her time in ...

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By Tim Miller 
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Livi Maine (44) of Fairbanks applies defensive pressure to an opponent in this file photo. Maine led the team with 12 points during a recent win over West Liberty-Salem. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)
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By Tim Miller 
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By Tim Miller 
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By Tim Miller 
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By Tim Miller 
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