January 2024

Seasonal respiratory viruses circulating widely in Illinois following the holidays

CHICAGO – As Illinois’ overall respiratory illness level has increased from Moderate to High in the past week and more than half the counties in the state are at an elevated level for COVID-19 hospitalizations, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding the public to stay up-to-date on all respiratory illness vaccines and […]

Seasonal respiratory viruses circulating widely in Illinois following the holidays Read More »

SG R-II Schools Honor Veterans & Service Members

By Ste. Genevieve County School District R-II STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District honors veterans, active military and their guests at both the Ste. Genevieve and Bloomsdale campuses in recognition of Veterans Day. Ste. Genevieve Elementary held its program on Wednesday, Nov. 8, at the Performing Arts Center, and Bloomsdale Elementary

SG R-II Schools Honor Veterans & Service Members Read More »

SGMS Band students attend St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performance

STE GENEVIEVE — Over the holiday season, the Ste. Genevieve Middle School Band and Fundamentals of Music students traveled to the Stifel Theatre in St. Louis to attend the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s performance of the 1990 holiday classic movie “Home Alone.”     The orchestra performed composer John Williams’ original score live as the

SGMS Band students attend St. Louis Symphony Orchestra performance Read More »

SGMS FACS students customize ‘Monsters’ for SGE kindergarten students

STE. GENEVIEVE — This past semester, Mrs. Woodward’s Middle School FACS class created customized monsters for students in Mrs. Herzog’s Kindergarten class!     Kindergarten students were given a template to use to create their own monster and returned their pattern.       Middle School students followed the template and created the stuffed monster.

SGMS FACS students customize ‘Monsters’ for SGE kindergarten students Read More »

SGMS hosts Annual Career Week for 8th graders

STE GENEVIEVE — This past semester, eighth grade students at Ste. Genevieve Middle School had the opportunity to meet and engage with area representatives from local businesses, organizations and colleges and universities as part of their annual Career Week. Starting on Monday, Oct. 23 and lasting through Thursday, Oct. 26, the week offered a different

SGMS hosts Annual Career Week for 8th graders Read More »

SNHU announces Fall 2023 Dean’s List

MANCHESTER, NH — It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2023 Dean’s List. The fall terms run from September to December.   Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are

SNHU announces Fall 2023 Dean’s List Read More »

Ste. Genevieve Band Boosters thanks community for support

STE. GENEVIEVE — The Ste. Genevieve Band Boosters would like to thank these local businesses, clubs, and individuals for financially supporting our band program throughout this year.   The support from our community has a direct and positive impact on our students’ music education. We are so grateful for your support. Thank you!    

Ste. Genevieve Band Boosters thanks community for support Read More »

Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward: IDOT conference returns Feb. 21 and 22

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation is hosting the 33rd “Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward” conference on Feb. 21 and 22 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield. Hosted by IDOT’s Office of Business and Workforce Diversity, the conference provides female- and minority-owned businesses with opportunities to make connections and develop skills to grow and succeed.

Today’s Challenge, Tomorrow’s Reward: IDOT conference returns Feb. 21 and 22 Read More »