NU can’t rest after victory over Indian Lake
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October 1, 2026

NU can’t rest after victory over Indian Lake

By Bob Putman 

After two straight weeks of not getting a win, the North Union football team is able to start this week with one-game winning streak.

However, the job that needs to be done to get ready for this week’s opponent does not change, regardless of what was done the week before.

The Wildcats (4-2) picked u...

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