July 2023

Governor Parson ordered Capitol Dome to shine Red, White, and Blue for Fourth of July

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Governor Mike Parson ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine red, white, and blue the evening of July 4, 2023, in celebration of the Independence Day holiday.   “Every year on the Fourth of July, we celebrate our country, founding fathers, and all the men and women who have fought […]

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Missouri Corn and FFA members create agriculture HYPE

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.–Thirty high school seniors from across Missouri completed the ninth annual Helping Youth Prepare for Excellence (HYPE) FFA Academy June 27-29 in Jefferson City, Mo.   Sponsored by the Missouri Corn Merchandising Council, the three-day academy is designed to inform and empower agriculture students to effectively engage in issues impacting today’s industry.  

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Missouri S&T announces honor list

ROLLA, Mo. — Missouri University of Science and Technology announces the names of students who made the honor list for the Spring 2023 semester.   Altenburg, Missouri Gavin Boehme, sophomore Brock Engert, sophomore   Bloomsdale, Missouri Carter Hoog, junior Andrew Miget, sophomore Mallory Weiler, senior   Perryville, Missouri Jada Ayars, junior Montana Difani, senior Garrett

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Missouri S&T awards degrees during commencement

ROLLA, Mo. (July 3, 2023) – Approximately 1,000 students received degrees from Missouri University of Science and Technology during three commencement ceremonies held on campus this past May.   Among the graduates was:   Michael Mertzlufft of Bloomsdale; master of business administration, business administration   Two ceremonies for undergraduates were held Saturday, May 13. All

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NWS releases summary of severe weather events

PADUCAH, Kent. — The National Weather Service has released a summary of an extreme period of severe weather which impacted the region for four consecutive days, between June 29 and July 2, 2023. Numerous rounds of severe thunderstorms produce large hail up to three inches in diameter and destructive damaging winds. The Wabash Valley and

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Practice summer safety in Missouri’s state parks

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – School is out and it’s time for summer vacations and many families will be heading outdoors for recreational activities. Don’t turn those days of fun into a trip to the emergency room. Follow these safety tips for a fun-filled vacation!   Master water safety. Swimming is a favorite summertime activity; however, drowning

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Randolph County Sheriff’s Office releases arrest report

CHESTER — The Randolph County Sheriffs Office has released its latest report of arrests: Elizabeth J. Schwartzkopf 41, Pinckneyville, arrested June 26, 2023 by Steeleville Police for unlawful possession of meth, driving while license suspended, and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Is incarcerated.   Joshua A. Garbesi 45, Campbell Hill, arrested June 27, 2023 by

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