Area man mobilized for deployment by Army

Army Spc. John W. Leible has been mobilized and activated for a future deployment to an undisclosed overseas location in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Leible is an automated logistical specialist normally assigned to the 735th Combat Support Company in DeSoto, Mo. He has served in the military for two years. Leible is the son of Richard P. and Joyce M. Leible of Scott City. He is a 2005 graduate of Scott City High School.

-- From staff reports