September 2025

Mizzou researchers enhancing soybean taste to win over more consumers

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COLUMBIA, Mo. — In Missouri, soybeans aren’t just a crop; they’re the state’s top commodity. At the University of Missouri, researchers are developing innovative ways to improve the flavor of soy-based foods, deliver more health benefits and appeal to a wider audience.     In a recent study, Bongkosh “Jeab” Vardhanabhuti, an associate professor of food […]

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MNEA-retired donates school supplies to Bloomsdale Elementary

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BLOOMSDALE – Ste. Genevieve County School District R-II is happy to share that Bloomsdale Elementary recently received a generous donation of school supplies from MNEA-Retired to help kick off the new school year.     Sharon Giesler, Melissa Otto, Vic and Carol Klaus, and Jill Naeger with MNEA-Retired deliver school supplies to Bloomsdale Principal Mr.

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Randolph County Sheriff releases arrest reports

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CHESTER – Randolph County Sheriff has released his latest report of  arrest.   Andrew D. McIntyre 45, Sparta, arrested September 8, 2025 by Sparta Police for criminal damage to property.  Is incarcerated.   Brandon L. Keeler 33, Chester, arrested September 8, 2025 by Chester Police for violating an order of protection.  Is incarcerated.   Cheri R. Koene

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SIU first-year law, medical school students collaborate on professional responsibility

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — More than 250 Southern Illinois University Carbondale first-year professional students confronted and discussed current ethical legal and medical issues together at the SIU Simmons Law School. The 254 students from the law school and the SIU School of Medicine were part of the 28th annual Interdisciplinary Professional Responsibility Day, one of the

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Class 2A Chester loses heartbreaker, 33-29, in final minute at Class 3A West Frankfort

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No. 18 Class 2A YellowJackets led, 29-25, until the final seconds of the 4th quarter when No. 26 3A Redbirds scored 8 points to win, 33-29 By Jim Beers CHESTER – The Chester YellowJacket Football Team traveled to West Frankfort Friday September 12 for Game No. 2 of a three-game road swing. Chester opened the

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John Fabian Karl

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John Fabian Karl, 91, of Perryville, formerly of Marion, IL Missouri passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Independence Care Center.   He was born April 4, 1934 in Ste. Genevieve County to William A.and Agnes (Kirchner) Karl.   John and Stella M. Young were married June 8, 1957 at St. Mary of the Barrens.

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Douglas Andrew Miller

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Douglas Andrew Miller passed away peacefully at Barnes Jewish Hospital on September 13, 2025, at the age of 76 after a hard battle with Cancer. Born in Bismarck, MO on November 12, 1948 to Anzel and Geneva (Jaycox) Miller. He was a devoted husband to Janet (Schmidt) Miller for 51 years, and a loving father

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A day back in Dragon Country — retirees tour campuses

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STE. GENEVIEVE — On Monday, Sept. 8, Ste. Genevieve County School District R-II welcomed some familiar faces back on campus for “A Day Back in Dragon Country,” where MNEA-Retired members were invited to tour the SG R-II facilities, including the new Prop SG building additions and Early Childhood Center. Retirees had the chance to talk

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America has lost a warrior

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By Jason Smith, member of Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – On September 10, a widely attended debate on a college campus in Utah suddenly turned into a horrific tragedy when an evil lunatic armed with a rifle murdered Charlie Kirk, the most influential conservative leader of his generation. Like millions of other Americans and so many

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