December 2022

Marvin Elmer Mecker

Marvin Elmer Mecker, 83, of Perryville, Missouri died Thursday, December 22, 2022 at his home.   He was born May 18, 1939 in Perryville, MO to Elmer and Helen (Buchheit) Mecker.   Marvin and Eleanor E. Mattingly were married May 12, 1962 in Brewer, MO. She survives him.   Survivors include two daughters, Dianna (Brian) […]

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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois congratulates 2022 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award recipients

GLEN CARBON, Illinois – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) is pleased to announce that Debbie McAuliffe from O’Fallon and Natalie Martin from Carbondale are recipients of the 2022 Governor’s Volunteer Service Award. ​The Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards program, which is presented by the Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service, recognizes individual volunteers

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Governor Parson signs Executive Order 22-10 relaxing hours of service requirements for propane fuel transportation

JEFFERSON CITY – Today, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 22-10 temporarily relaxing hours of service regulations for commercial motor vehicles transporting propane heating fuel. “With bitter cold temperatures expected to impact much of the state and nation into the holiday weekend, the demand for heating fuel will only rise. We want to do our part to

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Illinois manufacturers applaud signature of legislation to strengthen electric vehicle production incentives

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) has issued the following statement after Gov. JB Pritzker signed HB5189, which will strengthen tax incentives to encourage in-state production of electric vehicles and related components:   “The electric vehicle industry is growing and evolving quickly, and it’s important Illinois remain competitive with other states to attract and support

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Illinois State Police urge public to stay off the roads during the severe winter weather expected over the next few days

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police (ISP) is asking the motoring public to stay off the roadways for the next couple of days during the severe winter weather expected to begin tomorrow. If travel is absolutely necessary, allow enough time for travel and remain focused on the hazardous road conditions. Slow down AND move over

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Memorial Hospital receives a 5-star patient rating

CHESTER — The National Rural Rating System is proud to announce that Memorial Hospital of Chester, IL is a 5-Star patient rated hospital. The new program celebrates the extraordinary patient experiences provided by rural and critical access hospitals across the United States. The National Rural Ratings System was created in collaboration with the Illinois Critical

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Midnight Mass will be celebrated Christmas Eve at Saint Mary’s of the Barrens Church

PERRYVILLE – The Association of the Miraculous Medal invites you to attend Midnight Mass at Saint Mary’s of the Barrens Church, home to the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. There is a music program beginning at 11:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve leading to the start of Mass at Midnight. If you

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Perryville Police report

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports.   44-year-old Juan Gutierrez Obregon was arrested December 9th for leaving the scene of a traffic crash and driving while suspended or revoked. The crash occurred in the 500 block of South Kingshighway.   An individual reported the theft of his wallet while he

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Robinson Construction named Accredited Quality Contractor by ABC, achieving premiere status in construction safety, education and culture

PERRYVILLE  – Robinson Construction of Perryville, Missouri Wednesday announced that it has again been named an Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors, the 4th year it has earned the prestigious credential for its commitment to corporate responsibility. Only 450 of the nation’s elite merit shop construction contractors earned the credential in 2021. Launched nearly

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SGCMH’s Plaza Walk-In clinic will be closed on Friday

STE. GENEVIEVE – The following statement was made by Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital and posted to social media.   Important Announcement from Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital:   To provide our community with the best care possible before the holiday, our Plaza Walk-in staff will join the Bloomsdale Walk-in team on Friday, December 23

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