June 2024

New initiative for transgender and gender-diverse wellness and equity in Illinois

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CHICAGO—The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC) has announced the launch of a new statewide initiative that supports and expands gender-affirming care.   The new Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness and Equity Program expands comprehensive and medically necessary care for transgender, gender-diverse, and LGBTQ+ people […]

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Perryville police reports

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PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports:   56-year-old Toby C. Gibbar, who is homeless in Perryville, was cited for littering in the 300 block of West North Street at 7:20 a.m. June 4th.   22-year-old Rebecca A. Gray, who is homeless in Perryville was charged with second degree tampering and

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Randolph County Sheriff’s reports

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CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest report of arrests.   Megan E. Throop 30, Chester, arrested June 3, 2024 by Chester Police for unlawful possession of methamphetamine and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia.  Pretrial Release.   Joseph E. Johnson 39, Chester, arrested June 3, 2024 by Chester Police for aggravated domestic

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Summer safety 101: Identify and avoid outdoor electrical hazards

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ST. LOUIS – The first day of summer is right around the corner, which means children and adults alike are venturing back outdoors to enjoy fresh air and sunshine. But before you do, it’s important to be aware of the electrical safety hazards you may encounter.   “With the weather warming up, families and friends

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Two River Region residents graduate from Truman State

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KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Two River Region residents have graduated from Truman State University Kirksville at the conclusion of the spring semester.   The graduates are Koby Dean Hatfield of Ste. Genevieve who graduated Magna Cum Laude and Marissa Ann McMahill of Perryville.   The names of all the graduates can be found online at truman.edu/honors/spring-2024-graduation-list.  

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University of Missouri announces Dean’s List

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COLUMBIA – The University of Missouri has announced its spring 2024 Dean’s List. River Region students named to the Dean’s List are: Altenburg     Christopher M Krewson Senior Bloomsdale     Paige M Huck Junior, Nursing Madeleine Rose Terry Junior, Arts & Science   Perryville     Grant Edward Abernathy Junior, Engineering Blake Michael

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Attorney General Bailey settles Sunshine Law lawsuit in Maries County

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that his office settled a case against the City of Belle for failure to abide by the Sunshine Law. The alleged violations pertained to public meetings, including failures to provide adequate notices and tentative agendas, discussing items of public business not on meeting agendas, inadequately

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$41 Million in grant funding for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Infrastructure Recipients Across Illinois

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SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has announced the recipients for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Public Infrastructure. A total of $41 million has been awarded to 32 communities, which will support critical repairs to water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure to enhance safety and quality

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21st annual Red Cross St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive June 10-13

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Free limited-edition T-shirt for all presenting donors ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Join the St. Louis Cardinals, Bally Sports Midwest, and the American Red Cross of Greater St. Louis at the 21st annual St. Louis Cardinals Blood Drive June 10-13 at 22 locations in the Greater St. Louis Metro area, including Busch Stadium.   Everyone who

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