January 2025

Protecting the homeland

By Jason Smith, member of Congress WASINGTON, D.C. — Just hours after we officially entered the New Year, an evil terrorist drove a truck down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing at least 14 people and injuring dozens of others. After crashing his vehicle, which was flying an ISIS flag, the terrorist was shot and […]

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Red Cross: Help prevent blood shortages in 2025 by giving blood or platelets

ST. LOUIS, MO — The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give lifesaving blood or platelets in the new year to help keep the blood supply strong this winter. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to keep critical blood products on the

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Representative-Elect Bryant Wolfin announces legislative aide and constituent services information

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Representative-Elect Bryant Wolfin, the state representative for Missouri House District 145, is pleased to announce that Racheal Cunningham will serve as his Legislative Aide for the upcoming 2025 legislative session. Constituents can reach out to Racheal for assistance with state-related matters, scheduling inquiries, and any questions about the legislative process.  

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Lee Virgil Chesnick

Lee Virgil Chesnick, 82, of Old Appleton, Missouri passed away Friday, January 3, 2025 at St. Francis Medical Center, Cape Girardeau, MO.   He was born November 13, 1942 in St. Louis, MO. to Charles Louis and Catherine Margaret (Kittle) Southard.   Lee and Judy Darlene Northcutt were married on May 5, 1970 in Mountain

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Drivers urged to stay off the road Monday in storm-impacted areas

JEFFERSON CITY – As heavy winter precipitation makes its way across the state, the Missouri Department of Transportation is urging drivers to continue to avoid traveling on the weather-impacted roads through today. The National Weather Service has deemed travel in these conditions, which are expected to linger once the precipitation ends, as “impossible.” As the

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Citizens Electric crews work to restore power

PERRYVILLE – Citizens Electric Corporation personnel worked throughout the day to restore power in an area that included the southern two thirds of Ste. Genevieve County, all of Perry County and northern Cape Girardeau County.   CEC posted the following information in a 4 p.m. update on its Facebook page.   All available Citizens Electric

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Be ready for winter driving — safe cars save lives

KANSAS CITY — Winter brings unique challenges for vehicles and drivers. To ensure motorists stay safe this season, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Region 7, which includes Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, reminds drivers that Safe Cars Save Lives with vehicle preparation and safe driving. “We see so many crashes and

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Candidate filing is over for the Perry County Health Department and Perry County Hospital Boards

PERRYVILLE – The Perry County Clerk has released the names of candidates for the Perry County Health Department and the Perry County Hospital, following the conclusion of filing December 31st.   The election is April 8.   The following candidates are seeking a seat on the Perry County Health Department Board:   Keith Carroll of

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Chester City Council meets tonight

CHESTER – The Chester City Council will meet in regular session this evening at 6 p.m. in the city hall board room.   The meeting is open to the public.   The tentative agenda:   CHESTER, ILLINOIS CITY COUNCIL AGENDA January 6, 2025             I.            CALL TO ORDER                                                             II.            ROLL CALL

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