January 2026

Mo bill would require ICE agents to clearly identify themselves

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Representative Ray Reed (HD-83) has introduced House Bill 2520 to require that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents operating in Missouri clearly identify themselves when engaging with the public, including displaying visible credentials and refraining from wearing masks or other face coverings except in limited, narrowly defined safety situations. […]

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Sen. Schmitt’s streak of white Christian nationalism: five times he said the quiet part out loud

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By Progress MO KANSAS CITY, Mo – Missouri Senator Eric Schmitt’s political identity continues to push further toward the extreme right. Since his swearing in nearly 3 years ago, the junior Senator has devolved from a reasonable public servant to a radical white Christian nationalist promoting extreme and divisive ideologies.   Here are five things

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SNHU announces Fall 2025 President’s List

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MANCHESTER, NH — It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2025 President’s List. The fall terms run from September to December.   These River Region residents are among the students named to the President’s List:   Leanna Heberlie of Perryville  

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Ronald L. Richardet

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Ronald L. Richardet, 82, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at his residence. He was born August 23, 1943 in Perry County, MO to Bernard F. and Mary Edna (Gibbar) Richardet. Ronald and Doris Berkbigler were married April 8, 1967 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Highland, MO. They were blessed with

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Attorney General warns Missourians of investment scams

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is warning Missouri consumers of investment scams that deceive victims into investing money in fraudulent projects or fictitious assets. Securities scams targeting consumers may include pyramid or Ponzi schemes, high-yield investment fraud, “pump and dump” schemes, advance fee schemes, real estate investment fraud, and cryptocurrency scams. “Our

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District 32 to hold Community Engagement Meeting on Rebuilding PHS

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PERRYVILLE – The Perry County School District 32 Board of Education will hold a Community Engagement Open House on Saturday, Jan. 17, to discuss plans for rebuilding Perryville High School.   The meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at Robinson Event Center, located at 2411 Walters Ln. Members of the District 32

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Everyone is invited to explore SIU’s Rec Center during Jan. 11 Community Day

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — If you’ve ever wondered what all Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Student Recreation Center has to offer, here’s your chance to find out. Community Day at the Rec includes access to cardio equipment and weight rooms. (SIU Carbondale photo) Everyone is welcome at the Community Day at the Rec, set for 1-4 p.m.

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri kicks off cookie season

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ST. LOUIS, MO — Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri have officially kicked off the 2026 Girl Scout Cookie® season as Girl Scouts across the region participate in the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world.     Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri invites the community to support their favorite cookies and invest in the remarkable

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Illinois House Minority Leader says New Year must bring a new direction focused on affordability, safety, and opportunity

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SPRINGFIELD — As Illinois heads into a new year and a new legislative session, House Republican Leader Tony McCombie is calling for a clear change in direction, one focused on affordability, public safety, and job-creating infrastructure.   McCombie says her call for change reflects what Illinois families are experiencing every day: rising costs, safety concerns,

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