May 2022

FOP State Lodge endorses Dan Brady for Ill. Secretary of State

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) State Lodge, representing more than 34,000 active duty and retired law enforcement officers, has endorsed Dan Brady, a Bloomington Republican, in his bid for Illinois Secretary of State in the June 28 primary election.   “We back Dan Brady because of his unwavering lifetime support for

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Chester students dominate 2022 SWIC Poetry Contest

By Jim Beers, contributing writer    CHESTER – Chester students recently submitted their poems to the 2022 Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) Poetry Contest.  The annual event is an excellent opportunity for young poets to try their hands at writing poetry and to be judged or evaluated for their work. Some local schools make the contest

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Career & Resource Event will offer local, area employers,  resources

STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. – Ste. Genevieve Community Resource and Career Fair will be held May 18th at Progress Sports Complex from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Job seekers who are interested in immediate employment will have the opportunity to meet with employers. Local and area employers that will be in attendance will be Eric Scott

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Blood donations needed ahead of summer

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — When schools let out for summer and families set off on vacation, the American Red Cross typically sees a decline in donors, which can impact patient care. It’s critically important that donors make an appointment to give now before heading out for summer activities to help maintain a stable blood supply

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Arts and Education Council’s PNC Program Grants support arts experiences in Missouri and Illinois

ST. LOUIS – The Arts and Education Council announced Monday that 11 organizations have been awarded a total of $40,000 in PNC Program Grant funding to help strengthen the region’s arts community. PNC Program Grants – underwritten by the PNC Foundation – provide funding for arts and arts education programs that address community needs. “The

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An Eventful Week

By State Senator Holly Rehder We had an incredibly eventful week this past week in the Missouri Senate as we finalized the operating budget for the 2023 fiscal year and advanced a couple of truly important pieces of legislation. Next year’s budget fully funds the school foundation formula, which pays for K-12 education in Missouri.

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