March 2023

Cochran: Stormater improvements in Ste. Genevieve would cost nearly $1 million

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STE. GENEVIEVE — An analysis of stormwater improvement needs in Ste. Genevieve has come up with a nearly one million dollar price tag to improve storm run off in three areas of the community.   Cochran Engineering presented its findings in a board of aldermen work session following last Thursday’s regular meeting. The first area […]

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Commentary: Missouri Farm Bureau members return to D.C. this week

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By Garrett Hawkins There’s nothing quite like the hum of Capitol Hill during springtime. Members of Congress are debating, the iconic cherry blossom trees are beginning to bloom, and D.C. is alive with activity from school groups and engaged advocates from all across the country.   Each spring, Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) members make an

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FDA seeks $7.2 Billion to protect and advance public health by enhancing food safety and advancing medical product availability

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced it is requesting $7.2 billion as part of the president’s fiscal year (FY) 2024 budget. This funding will allow the agency to continue to leverage new and emerging technologies, recruit and support a highly skilled workforce and adapt oversight to new production and business

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Gov. Pritzker signs historic legislation guaranteeing 40 hours of paid leave

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CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker has signed SB208 into law, making Illinois the third state in the nation, and the first in the Midwest, to mandate paid time off to be used for any reason. The historic legislation provides employees with up to 40 hours of paid leave during a 12-month period, meaning approximately 1.5

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Illinois Bankers Association accepting applications for scholarship program for aspiring bankers

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Bankers Association is currently accepting applications for its annual scholarship program, aimed at promoting excellence in the field of banking and developing a vibrant talent pool of future banking leaders.   The Illinois Bankers Scholarship Fund awards scholarships in the amount of $1,000 to high school graduates or undergraduate college students who

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Illinois State Police announce arrest in Gallatin County murder

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SHAWNEETOWN – The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announce the arrest of 20-year-old Demetrius T. Walker of Mount Vernon, IL for First-Degree Murder (Class M Felony). The arrest comes after a month-long investigation into the murder of 45-year-old Nathan Dobbs. On February 15, 2023, Dobbs was located deceased in the 100 block

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Lainey Wilson with Jackson Dean will perform August 11 at Missouri State Fair

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SEDALIA — Having been named to nearly every “Artist to Watch” list, being crowned Billboard’s “Top New Country Artist of 2021,” and earning CMT’s 2022 “Breakout Artist of the Year” honor, Louisiana native Lainey Wilson is one of Nashville’s hottest and most buzzed-about new artists. Landing her first No. 1 with her PLATINUM Certified ACM

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MSHP report

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JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri State Highway Patrol has released its latest report of arrests.   Among those listed as arrested:   52-year-old Jodi A. Beck of Ste. Genevieve at 4:53 a.m. Sunday in Jefferson County for driving while intoxicated. She was released.

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