SPRINGFIELD – On World EV Day, Gov. JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation announced $25.3 million in grants to build charging stations along interstate corridors through the initial round of funding made available from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. In addition to making travel by electric vehicle more reliable and accessible, the funding […]
PARK HILLS – The Mineral Area College Board of Trustees will meet Thursday for a work session, executive session and open session. The meetings will begin at 10 a.m. in the VanHerck Board Room at Mineral Area College. The tentative agenda: MAC AGENDA
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CHICAGO – The Mega Millions Jackpot for tomorrow night’s drawing has soared to $800 million – the seventh largest Mega Millions jackpot in history. However, someone in Illinois is already celebrating after snagging a cool $1 million over the weekend. Store manager, Stephanie Noteboom (right), takes a celebratory photo with co-worker, Brittany McDaniel, after selling a
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Conservation Commission met Sept. 6 for a budget and regulations workshop followed by a closed executive session and then their regular open meeting. All were held at The Keeter Center at College of the Ozarks at Point Lookout. Commissioners attending the open meeting in person or online were: Margaret F.
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BOSTON, Mass. – Average gasoline prices in Missouri have fallen 6.2 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.96/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 20.4 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 68.6 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The
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STE. GENEVIEVE – Students in Ste. Genevieve High School band, French and history classes had the unique opportunity to attend a performance by a zydeco band, The Arrow Jazz Band from the New Orleans, Louisiana National Historical Park. The special concert visit was held in partnership with the Ste. Genevieve National Historical Park.
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SOUTHERN ILLINOIS – Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has reached a significant milestone in Southern Illinois, with over 6,000 children now enrolled in the program. This exciting achievement marks a major step forward in promoting early childhood literacy in the region. The first set of books was delivered to these young readers last week, sparking excitement
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PERRYVILLE — In the interest of public safety, Perry County has issued a “No Burn Advisory” until further notice. This advisory impacts all of Perry County, including the incorporated municipalities. Little rainfall and gusty winds prompted the Perry County Commission to issue the advisory on Monday after discussions with local law enforcement, emergency
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PERRYVILLE — The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports. Police were called to the 300 block of Feltz Street at 8:15 a.m. September 3rd by a report of an animal bite. Police were called to the lobby of the Holiday Inn Express at 2020 Jefferson Street at 7:36 a.m. September 2
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CHESTER, Ill. – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest reports. Junyous D. Jones 24, Venice IL, arrested September 3, 2024 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office on a Randolph County warrant for failure to appear on a theft charge. Is incarcerated. Scott A. Rhoades 59, Prairie Du Rocher, arrested September 4, 2024 by Randolph
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