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Bull truck will ride again

Council OKs repairs to community staple

Everly's famed bull truck is down, but she's not out.

The city council on Monday signed off on a $1,305 quote for repair expense on the 1941 International truck. It started on fire last weekend prior to a trip to Royal, but a timely response saved it from being completely overcome.

"I love the truck and I don't want to see it go away," said Council Member Shaun Iske. "It's a staple of the community."

Al Grigg was slated to take the bull truck to Royal last weekend for a special holiday-related event. However, after starting it, he noticed the vehicle had ignited.

A fire extinguisher quickly su...