May 2024

Missouri Conservation Commission Action – May 2024

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Conservation Commission met Thursday, May 23 for a workshop and closed executive session and Friday, May 24 for its regular open meeting. All were held at Conservation Department Headquarters, 2901 W. Truman Blvd. in Jefferson City.   Commissioners attending the open meeting in person or online were:   Steven D. […]

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Perryville Police reports

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports.   44-year-old Timothy R. Woodrome of Olive Branch, Illinois was charged with shoplifting at Buchheit of Perryville May 18.   35-year-old Caleb R. Toney of Perryville was cited for failure to abate a nuisance for having two inoperable vehicles on his property in the

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Rep. David Friess: Resolution honors fallen DuQuoin soldier

SPRINGFIELD — The Illinois House of Representatives adopted a House Joint Resolution Saturday afternoon which designates the section of Route 51 that runs through St. Johns as the “LCpl. Drew M. Uhles Memorial Highway”.   Cpl. Uhles of Du Quoin died from injuries received due to enemy action in Al Anbar Province, Iraq on September

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Rep. David Friess: House approves legislation concerning student discipline

SPRINGFIELD-An initiative of the Illinois Education Association expressing the need for more guidance concerning student discipline, was given final approval in the Illinois House Friday morning.   SB1400 requires the State Board of Education to consult with stakeholders in its drafted and published guidance, and requires the guidance to be drafted and published on or

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SIU researchers study moral injuries of war, advocate for veterans

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Moral injuries of war can be just as harmful, even deadly, as physical wounds or PTSD and just as detrimental and costly to families and society, says a Southern Illinois University Carbondale researcher who is leading an effort to change policy and remove barriers to treatment. “In the course

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Ste. Genevieve County Health Department begins remodel project

STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County Health Department building at 115 Basler Drive will be remodeled starting Saturday and that means curtailed hours this week.   The office was closed Monday for Memorial Day, and will be open today and tomorrow, but only by appointment and only for limited services. Call 883-7411.   The

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Ste. Genevieve County Public Library announces Community Engagement Workshop

STE GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County Public Library proudly announces an upcoming Community Engagement Workshop, scheduled for June 10th and 11th.   As a cornerstone of the community, the library remains dedicated to enriching lives through inclusive and constructive dialogue.   The two-day event is more than just a gathering; it’s a proactive step

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