February 2024

Bloomsdale woman graduates from Arkansas State

JONESBORO – A Bloomsdale woman is among the graduating students at Arkansas State University at Fall Commencement, held Dec. 16 in First National Bank Arena. Maci Marie Reynolds received an Associate of Science, A.S. Chancellor Todd Shields presented diplomas at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral levels, along with various program certificates, as awarded […]

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Bryant reacts to Governor’s Budget and State of the State Address

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) released the following statement in response to the Governor’s budget and state of the state address:   “Once again, the Governor has shown that he will continue to prioritize his radical noncitizen welfare agenda over the needs of Illinois families. He’s spent two billion dollars of taxpayer money

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Cape Girardeau man sentenced to serve 10 years in federal prison for selling fentanyl

CAPE GIRARDEAU – The United States Attorney’s Office announced that Bernardo D. Pulido, age 33, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, has been sentenced to serve 120 months (10 years) in federal prison for the offense of Distribution of Fentanyl.   Pulido appeared for his sentencing hearing before United States District Judge Matthew T. Schelp at the

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Eastern Airlines selects Kansas City for new headquarters, investing more than $4.7 million and creating 165 new jobs

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Eastern Airlines, a domestic and international cargo airline, announced today that it has selected Kansas City as the location of its new headquarters, investing more than $4.7 million and creating 165 new jobs. The company’s strategic move marks a significant milestone in its commitment to growth, innovation, and expanding its presence in

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Federal Housing Administration launches new option to help struggling borrowers keep their homes

WASHINGTON – The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has announced a new loss mitigation home retention option for borrowers with FHA-insured single family forward mortgages who are behind on their mortgage payments. The new offering, called the Payment Supplement, provides mortgage servicers with an additional tool to temporarily reduce a borrower’s monthly mortgage payment by up to 25 percent

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Governor Parson announces deployment of 200 National Guard members, 22 Highway Patrol troopers to southern Texas border

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.– On Tuesday, during a press conference at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson announced that the State of Missouri will be providing up to 200 Missouri National Guard (MONG) members and 22 Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) troopers to support Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s Operation Lone Star mission at the Southern Border.

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Illinois state agency hosts Black History event recognizing diversity in state employment and beyond

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Central Management Services CMS announced the latest in Black History Month recognition efforts by the agency. On Friday, February 23, 2024, from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., the CMS Bureau of Diversity & Inclusion will host a hybrid virtual and in-person event titled “The Black Experience as an Illinois State Employee

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IPHCA responds to Governor Pritzker’s Annual State of the State and Budget Address 

SPRINGFIELD – Yesterday Governor Pritzker delivered his sixth annual State of the State and Budget Address to the Illinois General Assembly and the people of the State of Illinois. We were pleased to hear the Governor reiterate his commitment to strengthening Illinois’ healthcare system and addressing health related social needs. We are thankful that the annualized

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Kennett man sentenced to 20 years in prison for recording child sexual abuse

CAPE GIRARDEAU – U.S. District Judge Matthew T. Schelp on Wednesday sentenced a man who recorded his sexual abuse of a 13-year-old girl and recorded other children in the shower to 20 years in prison.   Matthew A. Prewett, 43, of Kennett, in Dunklin County, engaged in sexual contact with a 13-year-old girl beginning in

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