Ste. Genevieve County Commission meeting minutes released
STE. GENEVIEVE – The minutes of the Ste. Genevieve County Commission meeting held January 8, 2026 have been released.
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January 2026
Ste. Genevieve County Health Department continues WIC contract
STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. – The Ste. Genevieve County Health Department announces a contract continuance to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2026 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants
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Two local students named to University of Evansville Dean’s List
EVANSVILLE, IN – Two Randolph County Students at the University of Evansville have been named to the Dean’s List every fall and spring semester. To merit the honor of being placed on the Dean’s List, a student must have carried a full academic load of 12 hours or more and have earned a grade point
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Visiting students compete at SIU’s Accounting Challenge
by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Scores of high school and community college students from all over Southern Illinois will compete for scholarships and prestige at the 28th annual Accounting Challenge, set for Jan. 23 at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Students from around the region enjoy participating in the thought-provoking team-building competition at
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2026 Chester Invitational Tournament is underway!
62nd Annual event features 8 local teams, January 12-13th at CHS Colbert Gymnasium By Jim Beers CHESTER – The 62nd Chester High School CIT (Chester Invitational Tournament) tipped off Monday January 12. The popular event is thought to be the longest-running high school boys’ basketball tournament south of I-70. This year’s event runs January
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Larry Wayne White
Larry Wayne White, 78, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, at his home. He was born June 4, 1947, to Stanley Arthur White and Marie Audell (Blaylock) White-Lukefahr. He and Erma Jean (Johnson) were married November 23, 1967, at Crossroads Methodist Church and are the parents of two sons, Greg
Cole M. Bockman
Cole M. Bockman, 47, died Sunday, January 11, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his residence in Perryville. He was born October 2, 1978, in Perryville, MO, beloved son of Laura (Graff) Armbruster and Erv Armbruster. Cole was a treasured brother, son, uncle, cousin, nephew, and grandson who left this world far too soon. He
20th annual Cape Girardeau Polar Plunge set for Feb. 7
CAPE GIRARDEAU – The 20th Annual Cape Girardeau Polar Plunge will take place Saturday, February 7 at Cape County Park North, bringing together community members for one of winter’s most exciting fundraising events benefiting Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO). Participants will dress in costumes and swimwear before taking a plunge into icy waters to raise funds
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American Legion Auxiliary District 13 meets
PERRYVILLE – The American Legion Auxiliary District 13 met December 14th, 2025. Newly-elected officers were installed by Missouri Department of ALA President Wanda Kinder. Two members of Perryville ALA Unit 133 were elected and installed: Diane Kohm as District 13 Treasurer and Carol Taylor as District 13 Vice President.
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Chester Chamber to hold 6th Annual Night at the Races
CHESTER – Join the Chester Chamber of Commerce Friday, February 20th for our 6th Annual Night at the Races at the Chester Country Club!! This event is always a fun time. Tables are limited, so reach out to David at 618-826-2331 or at drandall@bvnb.com to reserve your table today. A limited number of sponsorships are also
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