September 2023

Empty fields and blackouts

by Caleb Jones | cjones@amec.coopCOLUMBIA — There is nothing more stressful to a farmer than a field of square hay bales all lined up in rows with dark storm clouds in the sky. Growing up, I spent many hours chasing square balers through fields, and all too often spent what felt like days squirreled away in […]

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KidneyMobile® Health Fair held in Chester

CHESTER – The Illinois Public Health Association and National Kidney Foundation of Illinois in partnership with the Memorial Hospital of Chester, the Randolph County Health Department, and Healthy Communities Alliance hosted a kidney and diabetes screening event for the community on September 19, 2023.     The event was held at the American Legion in

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MASBDA-funded project assists Missouri aquaculture industry

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A statewide project funded by the Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority has explored the landscape of Missouri’s aquaculture industry and opportunities for growth.   According to the 2018 Census of Aquaculture, Missouri saw $7.67 million in total sales of aquaculture products. The Next Generation Aquaculture in Missouri project has developed

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Missouri Technology Corporation unveils Strategic Implementation Plan

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) announced today that it has released its Strategic Implementation Plan for Fiscal Year 2024. This comprehensive plan outlines MTC’s commitment to catalyzing innovation and entrepreneurship in the state of Missouri by introducing new programs and initiatives to empower high-tech companies to thrive.   “We appreciate the efforts

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Missouri’s unclaimed property auction to be held in Cape Girardeau

Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek JEFFERSON CITY – For years, the American television game show “The Price Is Right” was hosted by the famous Missourian Bob Barker.   With his recent passing, I couldn’t help but think of Mr. Barker’s signature catchphrase, “Come on down!”, as it relates to Missouri’s upcoming unclaimed property auction.  In his

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Randolph County schools offer ‘Birth to Three Programs’

There are several ways in which to participate! By Jim Beers CHESTER – Many parents do not know that Randolph County school districts are offering services for expectant mothers and children ages “Birth-to-Three Years Old.” Such programs are being offered in partnership with the Chester School District # 139 Grant Program titled, “Birth to Three”.

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