April 2024

SIU conducts drill on second phase of ‘active threat’ emergency

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by Kim Rendfeld CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale conducted its annual emergency exercises April 24 with a different scenario: what happens in the four hours after the immediate danger has passed and people need services. First responders, university leaders and the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), comprising professionals from many departments, continued from last […]

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Spectrum launches gigabit broadband, mobile, TV and voice services in rural Ste. Genevieve County

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STE. GENEVIEVE CO., Mo.  — Spectrum, the No. 1 rural internet provider in the nation*, has announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 1,250 homes and small businesses near Grayhawk and communities in both northern and southern Ste. Genevieve County. Spectrum’s newly constructed fiber-optic network buildout in rural

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Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District meeting minutes released

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STE. GENEVIEVE – The minutes of the April 15 meeting of the Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District have been released.   STE. GENEVIEVE COUNTY     AMBULANCE DISTRICT  Regular Open – Board Meeting Minutes  Place:  Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District House 1 3 Basler Dr, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670 April 15, 2024   CALL TO ORDER:

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Survivors and victim advocates mark Crime Victims’ Rights Week

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JEFFERSON CITY – Later today, Missouri crime victim survivors, crime victim advocates, prosecutors and law enforcement officers will gather at the South Steps of the Capitol at noon today to mark National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (CVRW).   This year’s theme, “How would you help? Options, services and hope for crime survivors” is meant to

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Tech Time or Time Out? LFCS unveils checklist to balance digital dilemmas with young children

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ST. LOUIS – In today’s technology-driven world, navigating the digital jungle with young children can be quite challenging. While playing on tablets and phones can offer educational potential and occasional entertainment, excessive screen time can raise questions about development, socialization, and mental health.   To help parents find their footing, Lutheran Family and Children’s Services

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Veterinary Innovation Council launches new resources to help provide access to veterinary care for less advantaged pet owners

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ORLANDO, Fla. — The Veterinary Innovation Council (VIC) has announced the launch of new resources to address the nationwide problem of access to veterinary care and new comprehensive services to help veterinarians reach underserved patients. Formed in 2015 by the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC), VIC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the field of veterinary medicine through

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World-renowned Budweiser Clydesdales to appear at the 2024 Missouri State Fair

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SEDALIA, Mo. – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, the symbol of quality and tradition for Anheuser-Busch since 1933, are scheduled to appear Aug. 8-18 at the 2024 Missouri State Fair in Sedalia, in partnership with County Distributing and Anheuser-Busch.     The Clydesdales will be stalled just east of the Mathewson Exhibition Center and the eight-horse

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HUD announces final rule that will protect communities from flooding events and rising insurance costs

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WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS) final rule in the Federal Register to help communities prepare for and reduce flood damage. This rule aims to protect communities from flood risk, heavy storms, increased frequency of severe weather events and disasters, changes in

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