October 2024

Chester Parks and Recreation Committee meets Tuesday

CHESTER – The Chester Parks and Recreation Committee meets Tuesday at 6 p.m, in the Cole Memorial Park Fairgrounds. Parks And Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois 62233 Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 6 P.M., Cole Memorial Park Fairgrounds   Call To Order Roll Call Pledge Of Allegiance Reading And Approval Of Minutes […]

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Fire Prevention Week 2024 emphasizes critical importance of smoke alarms in protecting Missouri families

JEFFERSON CITY – One of the simplest steps Missourians can take to protect their families is to install smoke alarms in their homes. Installing smoke alarms reduces the risk of dying in a home fire by more than 50%. That’s why this year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”

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Five ways Mizzou is helping lead America’s fight against cancer

COLUMBIA, Mo. — The University of Missouri is a growing hub for cancer researchers. From animal scientists and biologists to immunologists and oncologists, Mizzou is home to a multi-disciplinary team of experts who investigate the building blocks of the disease with the ultimate goal of finding a cure. Among Mizzou’s cancer researchers are Haval Shirwan

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Gilster-Mary Lee becomes first employer in the nation to be Spectrum Certified®

STEELEVILLE – Gilster-Mary Lee celebrated its achievement in becoming the first employer in the nation to receive the Spectrum Certified® designation for its work in employing individuals with Autism and other Neurodiversities Tuesday at its Steeleville, Illinois plant.     Stannum Core Solutions, a leading agency specializing in neurodiverse workforce strategies, presented this first-of-its-kind certification

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Illinois announces 2024 LIHEAP application for utility bill assistance

CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has released information about this year’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support income eligible households with utility costs. LIHEAP will begin accepting applications on October 1, 2024, through August 15, 2025, or until funds are exhausted.   “Every Illinoisan deserves to be

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Illinois farmer, Kenneth Hartman Jr., becomes president of the National Corn Growers Association

WASHINGTON – Kenneth R. Hartman Jr., a corn farmer from Waterloo, Ill., began his term this week as president of the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA). During meetings with the media, Hartman discussed the current economic challenges corn growers face and said he wanted to push for passage of a robust farm bill, expand markets and

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Keep warm, keep working: Cold weather safety tips

Winter is quickly approaching, so it is time to think about your safety when preparing for the winter months. When working outside in the cold, wear layers of clothing to stay warm, i.e., thermal undergarments, insulated pants, coats and overalls.  Frostbite can occur in the cold temperatures especially when bare skin is exposed. Symptoms include

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Mark Twain National Forest recruiting for Resource Advisory Committee

ROLLA, Mo., —Mark Twain National Forest is recruiting people to serve on the Eleven Point Resource Advisory Committee (RAC). This committee was established by the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. The USDA Forest Service is seeking 15 individuals, representing a wide range of Forest connections, to volunteer to serve on this meaningful committee. More

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