Pine Bluffs native is new Banner County principal

Charles Jones is looking for a banner year in his new position, and is happy to be closer to home.

The veteran educator officially started his job as principal at Banner County School on Aug. 3.

"This is kind of like home for me and my family," Jones said. "We're originally from Pine Bluffs, Wyo. This is like home. We're really excited about being here and for the opportunity to be here."

Jones comes to Banner County from Maywood, where he spent seven years as a teacher and coach. Prior to that, he taught in Colorado for 14 years. Jones and his wife, Marlene, both graduated from Pine Bluff...