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Boys' track and field home opener to be held on Thursday, April 18

Jacob Lane

Posted 4/17/24

The first West Liberty home meet of the High School Boys Track and Field season will be held Thursday, April 18, at 4 p.m., at the brand-new athletic complex at West Liberty High School.

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