Billy Roudybush, Journal contributor

Newly inducted members of the Pleasanton High School National Honor Society include, from left, Nichole Marshall, Benson Meik, Adria Sullins, Olive Skipper, Makaila Thomas, and Brayden Reeves. (Billy Roudybush / Linn County Journal) By Billy Roudybush Journal contributor ​ Tuesday, Nov. 11, may have been Veterans Day, but for a group of six students from Pleasanton High School, it was "Induction Day." The school's National Honor Society inducted its new members for the 2025-26 school year....

Several veterans recounted their experiences during the program on Veterans Day program at Pleasanton High School on Tuesday, Nov. 11. (Images by Billy Roudybush) By Billy Roudybush Journal contributor Armistice Day, November 11, 1918, was the end of the Great War. Sadly, the armistice did not end war. So, Armistice Day transcended into our modern-day Veterans Day. Now we recognize the service and sacrifice our service members provided while they served in the military. Pleasanton High School...

Photos and text by Billy Roudybush Journal contributor Halloween, the ghouls and goblins were out – as well as jesters, slashers, and other characters. It was Pleasanton’s trunk-or-treat to hand out food as well as candy to the people that visited on Friday evening, Oct. 31. The fire department, churches and other organizations were present trying to provide a fun and safe environment for the people to gather. Pleasanton Community Center was open and volunteers were handing out food to...