Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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The roof of St. John the Baptist Church in Maria Stein collapsed to the floor during the fire. Crews were able to remove the three church bells, together weighing about 3,000 pounds, on Friday.

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MARIA STEIN - The site of St. John the Baptist Church was abuzz with activity as PSC Crane & Rigging worked throughout the afternoon and evening Friday to successfully remove the church's three bells, together believed to weigh 3,000 pounds. [More]
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