JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – A report from State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick reveals how a taxpayer-funded shopping spree perpetrated by the former Deputy City Clerk of the City of Kennett resulted in thousands of dollars in inappropriate purchases such as a couples intimacy game, an ovulation kit, pregnancy tests, and a bottle of rum. The report, […]
SPRINGFIELD – In the dead of night Saturday Democrats in the Illinois General Assembly forced through a $55.2 billion state budget, a near spending record. I cast a resounding “no” vote. Near-record spending, huge tax hikes, no real reforms, and zero transparency…this is what the Democrats force on our families and businesses year after year.
HILLSBORO, Mo. — Jefferson College honored 53 Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) students during a recognition ceremony last week, celebrating their completion of either high school equivalency or English language acquisition programs. Out of 77 eligible students, 53 walked across the stage in cap and gown to receive their certificates. The event also marked the highest
Over 30 beekeeping lectures of varying subjects and complexity packed into one day, including live apiary experiences. Click here to download the entire schedule* Mark your calendars for the Missouri State Beekeepers Association (MSBA) Fall Conference on June 21st in Springfield, Missouri (2401 S Kansas Expy, Springfield, MO 65807). This one-day event, hosted at the Darr Agricultural
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PARK HILLS, Mo. – The Mineral Area College Dean’s List has been announced for the Spring 2025 semester. Students at the Park Hills-based community college who are so honored must earn no grade below a “C” or have any incomplete grades, be enrolled in at least 12 hours of two-year degree credit, and have
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for funding through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. Interested individuals, community organizations and research institutions working to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Missouri should submit their application by Wednesday, July 2. USDA defines specialty crops as fruits, vegetables, dried fruit,
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is hosting a virtual public meeting to gather input from the public on Missouri’s transportation priorities, beginning at noon on Monday, June 2 through 5:00 p.m. Monday, June 30, 2025. A link to the meeting will be available on MoDOT’s external website at: https://www.modot.org/lrtp-sfrp Participants will be
PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports. 26-year-old Myranda Kaylee Wood of Perryville was charged with fourth degree assault and resisting or interfering with an arrest, detention or stop. Police reported an officer was called to the area of the 1600 block of Grand Avenue May 20th to investigate
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PERRYVILLE – Perryville High School’s Class of 2025 has accepted $1.6 million in post-secondary scholarships. The announcement was made during the 2025 Senior Signing Day celebration at Perry Park Center on May 16. Students recognized during Senior Signing Day included those who have enrolled in trade schools, colleges and universities, and internship programs, as well
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STE. GENEVIEVE – Want to drive a school bus? Ste. Genevieve School District R-II is having a Come Drive a Bus Day on June 7, between 8 – 11 a.m. at the SG R-II Bus Depot (behind Save a Lot)! No experience needed—buses are automatic, and the Ste. Genevieve bus team will walk
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