March 2024

EPA finalizes stronger safety standards to protect at-risk communities from chemical accidents

LENEXA, Kan. – On Friday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced finalized amendments to the Risk Management Program to further protect at-risk communities from chemical accidents, especially those located near facilities in industry sectors with high accident rates. The “Safer Communities by Chemical Accident Prevention Rule” includes EPA’s most protective safety provisions for chemical facilities

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Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve hosts tour

STE. GENEVIEVE — The Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve will present a unique opportunity for ticket holders to tour nine private homes throughout the historic district during its Living in Ste. Genevieve House Tour on Saturday, March 16, 2024, from 10 am to 3 pm. Guests will begin their self guided tour at the

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Jami Brumfield Drury speaks to Valle Catholic High School students

Photo and story from the Valle Catholic High School Facebook page STE. GENEVIEVE – Valle Catholic High School welcomed Jami Brumfield ’89 Drury recently to speak to students as part of the Warriors at Work program.     She shared her career path in the field of education with students.   Jami received her Doctorate

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Lt. Gov. Stratton visits SIU to hear from businesswomen, speak to young women’s conference

by Kim Rendfeld CARBONDALE, Ill. – Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton met with women business owners and leaders Thursday, Feb. 29, at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Dunn-Richmond Economic Development Center to hear what women need for their businesses to thrive. In addition, participants engaged with each other to build and strengthen their resource network.     

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Missouri Department of Agriculture celebrates National Weights and Measures Week

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –This week, the Missouri Department of Agriculture celebrates the Weights, Measures and Consumer Protection team’s efforts toward creating an equitable marketplace for both consumers and private businesses throughout the state. Weights and Measures Week is celebrated every year from March 1 to 7 to commemorate President John Adams signing the first U.S.

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Missouri House approves tax reform measures for pass-through entities

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Representative Mike McGirl is pleased to announce the successful passage of House Bill 1912 out of the Missouri House of Representatives this week. The legislation addresses critical modifications to the taxation of pass-through entities in the state.   HB 1912 focuses on refining the existing tax code by extending the ability

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Missouri House passes legislation to create fairer personal property taxation

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri House has approved HB 2430, a bill sponsored by Representative Mike McGirl, which addresses concerns over the rising assessed values of motor vehicles. The legislation proposes adjustments to personal property assessment procedures, aligning them more closely with real estate practices, with the ultimate goal of potentially lowering personal property

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MSHP report

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol has released its latest reports.   A 41-year-old East Prairie man was arrested Thursday afternoon in Ste. Genevieve County on a charge of receiving stolen property.   The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports Bradley W. Wheatley was arrested at 4:20 p.m. and then released.  

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