A funeral will be held Saturday, August 16, 2025 for 96-year-old Emma “Jean” Okenfuss of Saint Louis, MO who passed away July 25, 2025. She was born October 9, 1928, a daughter of Richard B. Vessell and Mother, Mary Ann (Esselman) Vessell who both preceded her in death. She married Donald G. Okenfuss. […]
Emma ‘Jean’ Okenfuss Read More »
A funeral will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025 for 66-year-old Gwendolyn Ruth Head of Perryville, Missouri who passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born May 23, 1959 in Perryville, MO to Lynn E. and Barbara R. (Jordan) Hanquist who both preceded her in
Gwendolyn Ruth Head Read More »
A funeral will be held Thursday, July 31, 2025 for 89-year-old Leo Stuppy of Sainte Genevieve, MO who passed away July 28, 2025. He was born August 15, 1935 a son of William Stuppy and Matilda (Denler) Stuppy who both preceded him in death. He married Peggy Stuppy. She preceded him in death.
CHESTER – The Chester Public Library and the Chester Beautification-Tourism Commission invite area citizens to a special presentation at the library on Saturday, August 2, at 10:30 a.m. Mike Chervinko from Carbondale will discuss the prehistoric activity in our area’s past with specific emphasis on petroglyphs. Mike is an
Chester Public Library to host program on petroglyphs Read More »
SEDALIA – The Missouri State Fair’s public campground, sponsored by Missouri State Parks, is set to open by 9 a.m., Friday, Aug. 1. The 60-acre campground is located west of the fairgrounds on Clarendon Road. Unreserved spot rental is $45 per day, per vehicle/unit. There are approximately 75 full hook-up sites available
Missouri State Fair public camping opens Friday Read More »
PCSD32 PERRYVILLE – The Perry County Health Department will offer free immunization clinics during the Middle School and High School Open Houses. Middle School Thursday, Aug. 14, 12-7 p.m. Middle School Conference Room High School Monday, Aug. 18, 12-7 p.m. Middle School Nurse’s Office No Appointment Needed! If you have
Perry County Health Department to offer immunizations during District 32 open houses Read More »
By Jason Smith, member of Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – When President Donald Trump took office back in January, the American people finally had a leader in the White House who would help House and Senate Republicans enact our conservative agenda, which President Joe Biden and Democrats were able to block when they had total control
President Trump and Republicans deliver historic wins for conservatives Read More »
PERRYVILLE – The St. Vincent de Paul Parish Seminary Picnic is almost here — Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Seminary Picnic Grounds! Get ready for a weekend packed with fun for the whole family: Craft Fair, Food Vendors, Live Music, Bingo, and so much more! Come out, make new memories,
Seminary Picnic is this weekend Read More »
PEKIN – The Board of Directors of SkillsUSA Illinois has announced Bryna Ryan is its new Interim Executive Director. SkillsUSA Illinois’ mission is to help employers statewide address a growing skills gap with its nonprofit partnership of students, instructors, and industry to introduce and encourage young people about employment needs and the skilled workforce required to meet
SkillsUSA Illinois announces Bryna Ryan as interim executive director Read More »
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs has announced the winning photographers for the 2025 Cream of the Crop Photography Contest, which provides Illinois students with a creative opportunity to share their vision of agriculture in our state. The top nine photographers, ages 8 to 18, will be awarded Bright Start 529 college savings scholarships.
