July 2025

New Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery Launches

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Illinois Department of Human Services integrates divisions to improve outcomes and access, promoting recovery and wellness for all Illinoisans CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker has announced that the newly formed Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) has officially begun operations. Housed in the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), the new division integrates the former […]

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Steven Calvin King

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Steven Calvin King, 64, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 at his residence. Steve was born in Lucy Lee Hospital in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to Cloyce and Mary (Prater) King on January 11, 1961, he was 64 years old. He attended Bernie High School and Southeast Missouri State University getting a BS

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Joselyn Rector

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A funeral will be held Thursday, July 3, 2025 for 44-year-old Joselyn Rector of Pevely, MO who passed away June 30, 2025.   She was born September 5, 1980 a daughter of Bill Rector who survives and Barbara Rector who preceded her in death.   She is also survived by sons: Vincent Wittu and Jaxon

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Explore these eight unique MDC areas in southeast Missouri this summer

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – This summer, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites nature lovers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts to explore the stunning beauty and biodiversity of southeast Missouri. From swamps and shut-ins to bluffs and bottomlands, the region is home to some of the most unique conservation and natural areas in the state. “These areas

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MDC encourages people to discover red, white, and blue in nature

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — With the Fourth-of-July coming up, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourage people to look for red, white, and blue in nature through a holiday hike, bird watching, backyard fun, fishing, and other outdoor activities.   MDC offers some suggestions to get started finding red, white, and blue in nature:   Red Royal Catchfly

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