JEFFERSON CITY – While most Americans feel safest at home, research shows that three-quarters of fire deaths and injuries occur in our homes and that people are now more likely to die in a residential fire than they were in 1980. That’s why the National Fire Prevention Week, Oct, 9-15, theme is “Fire Won’t Wait. […]
CHICAGO, Ill. – This fall, Illinois Humanities will present a new community event series, Kaskaskia and the Pursuit of a More Perfect Union, exploring the demographic, cultural, and political shifts that shaped Kaskaskia, Illinois, and that carry significant relevance to shaping the democratic vision of the country. The video program, “Kaskaskia and the Pursuit of
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) congratulates 17 new conservation agents upon their graduation from MDC’s 2022 Conservation Agent Training Academy. The agent class of 2022 took the Conservation Agent’s Oath during a special graduation ceremony Tuesday, Oct. 4 at Runge Nature Center in Jefferson City. Left to Right: Cpt. Caleb Sevy
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt announced today that his Office has obtained a consent judgment in his lawsuit against M&G McClain, LLC (M&G) for violations of the Missouri Public Nuisance Law. The lawsuit was filed in April of 2021, after information came to light that a tenant of M&G was operating a
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Every month, over 80,000 Missourians participate in the Missouri WIC program. WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. The program provides quality nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, nutritious foods, and referrals to health services. Missouri WIC offers healthy food choices that target specific essential nutrients
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JEFFERSON CITY — A 30-year-old Perryville man suffered moderate injuries in a traffic crash on Perry County Road 816 early Tuesday morning. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Amber L. Sandifar was taken to Perry County Memorial Hospital by Perry County EMS. The patrol reports states Sandifar was the driver of an eastbound
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JEFFERSON CITY — A 49-year-old Pevely woman was hurt in a traffic crash Monday afternoon on Dry Fork Road in Ste. Genevieve County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Janece A. Partney was taken by private conveyance to SSM Health St. Claire Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. The patrol says Partney was
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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — An agreement between Southern Illinois University Carbondale and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois will provide mentoring and educational opportunities, summer camps, potential scholarships and collaboration between the university and the nonprofit organization that typically serves between 700 and 1,800 school-age youths annually. SIU Chancellor Austin A. Lane
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council (MSMC) and State Technical College (State Tech) in Linn, Missouri, reached an agreement to introduce soy-based lubricants and biodiesel into their diesel mechanic program. The value-added partnership provides an opportunity to educate future diesel mechanics and technicians on the endless benefits and options of soy-based products.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide among Service Members, Veterans, and their Families is launching a new training video intended to help individuals support someone they know who may be struggling with a suicidal crisis and has a safety plan. A safety plan is a brief intervention to help those experiencing self-harm
