October 2024

Sugar Fire: Tuesday night’s operations increase containment

MO State News, News /

ROLLA  —Mark Twain National Forest firefighters continue to actively fight the Sugar Fire on the Ava/Cassville/Willow Springs Ranger District. The fire is burning in the glades, about 12 miles south/southwest of Ava.  On Tuesday night, firefighters conducted firing operations from roadways to remove fuels between the fire front and containment lines and stop the fire’s […]

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Treasurer Frerichs clinches sixth Morningstar Gold Rating for Bright Start 529 savings plan

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CHICAGO – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has announced that Illinois’ Bright Start 529 College Savings Plan has again earned top rankings from Morningstar, keeping the plan among the best in the nation. “Being recognized as a strong advocate for Illinois families is an honor,” said Treasurer Frerichs, who serves as the Trustee and Administrator of

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Police receive report of vandalism to political campaign signs

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PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department is investigating a complaint of vandalism to political campaign signs at two locations near Perry County School District No. 32 property, reported on October 22.   The department’s public information officer Corp. Jerri Cain says one incident was reported to have happened about 3:30 p.m. in the 200 block

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Boots to Business Reboot entrepreneurship program for vets coming to 3 regional locales

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — As the country prepares to recognize Veterans Day, Southern Illinois University Carbondale is hosting Boots to Business (B2B) Reboot, a special entrepreneurship training program for veterans, activity-duty service members and their spouses. The unique entrepreneurship training program is coming to Mt. Vernon, Carbondale and Cairo Nov. 6-8. The no-cost,

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Discover nature in November with MDC Cape Nature Center’s free programs

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Discover nature in November with Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center’s free programs! Nature Center at Night: Art & Autumn | 5 – 7 p.m. on Nov. 1 at Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Registration not required. Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year.

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Feline fun facts: Four ways Mizzou research benefits cats

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In honor of National Cat Day, learn how Mizzou’s Leslie Lyons and Gretchen Carlisle help our feline friends.   COLUMBIA, Mo. — At the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine, cats aren’t just patients, they’re VIPs (very important pets). And that world-class care extends far beyond campus, as the research conducted by Mizzou veterinarians

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Get trained for a high-demand job – at no cost to you!

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Substitute teacher certification training offered Nov. 18-21 in Perryville PERRYVILLE – Perry County School District 32 will host a DESE-approved substitute teacher certification course at no cost in November. The classes are set for 4-9 pm Nov. 18-21 at Perryville Area Career & Technology Center. To register for the course, scan the QR Code or

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