October 2024

New Illinois Organized Retail Crime Association Established

SPRINGFIELD – A new group has been established to help in the fight against organized retail crime. The Illinois Organized Retail Crime Association (ILORCA) will help streamline coordination between law enforcement, businesses, and loss prevention specialists, making it easier for agencies across jurisdictions to share information, build cases, and stop crime.   ILORCA will be headed […]

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O’Reilly Automotive Foundation donates $25,000 to American Red Cross for Disaster Relief

SPRINGFIELD, MO– The American Red Cross is pleased to announce a generous donation of $25,000 from the O’Reilly Automotive Foundation. The money will support multiple disaster relief efforts following the devastating impacts of everything from wildfires to hurricanes. This contribution underscores the foundation’s commitment to helping communities in need during times of crisis.   Natural disasters

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Senator Bryant named ‘Champion of Free Enterprise’ by Illinois Chamber of Commerce

SPRINGFIELD, ILL – State Senator Terri Bryant (R-Murphysboro) has been named a Champion of Free Enterprise by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce for her contributions to the defense of free enterprise and the furtherance of economic opportunities for all Illinoisans.   “Our small businesses are the bedrock of our economy, and it is essential that lawmakers put

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Ste. Genevieve County Sheriff’s Report for week ending Sept. 27

STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County Sheriff’s Office has released its report of arrests and incidents for the week ending September 27.   Arrested Person: 7  (The individuals listed below have been formally charged all other individuals cannot be listed at this time) Alarm Activation: 3 Assault: Assist Other Agency: 1 Animal Control: 7 Bomb

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Watch out for deer along roadways in October and November

JEFFERSON CITY – Fall has arrived, which means deer and other wild animals are on the move as temperatures cool and nights become longer. Most deer strikes with vehicles occur during October and November and between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Missouri Department of Transportation reminds motorists

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Gov. Pritzker proclaims Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month

CHICAGO, ILL. – Unsafe sleep is a leading cause of death for children 1 year old and younger. To raise awareness about the ABCs of safe sleep, Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed October as Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month in Illinois, joining the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (Illinois DCFS) and Pace Bus

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Governor JB Pritzker proclaims October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Governor JB Pritzker issued a proclamation declaring October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is reminding residents of available resources to stay safe online. “Here in Illinois, we take cybersecurity very seriously and are committed to confronting new and emerging cyber threats head-on,” said Governor JB Pritzker.

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Governor Parson proclaims October as Pork Month in Missouri

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –  Governor Mike Parson has proclaimed October as Pork Month in the state of Missouri, in recognition of the high-quality pork produced by Missouri pig farmers and their families. Missouri’s pork industry ranks seventh in the nation with 3.35 million head, producing more than six percent of the U.S. total, and providing

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2024 SGHS yearbook recognized as Gallery of Excellence inductee

STE GENEVIEVE — The hard work and creativity of the Ste. Genevieve High School yearbook staff earned the 2024 Ste. Genevieve High School yearbook a rank in the Gallery of Excellence from Walsworth Yearbooks.   Congratulations to the 2024 SGHS yearbook staff members for having their yearbook recognized with this prestigious honor reserved for the

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