January 2026

Plaza Tire locations in River Region will become ‘Charlie’s’

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JACKSON – Charlie’s, the family-owned automotive service provider serving Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois since 1980, announces a comprehensive rebranding initiative that unifies all tire and automotive centers, fast lube and maintenance locations, and car washes under one trusted name: Charlie’s. This milestone coincides with the company’s 45th anniversary, honoring nearly half a century of […]

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Randolph County Sheriff’s report of arrests

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CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest report of arrests:   Joseph B. Kish 34, New Athens IL, arrested January 13, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office on a Randolph County Body Attachment Order for failure to appear in court for genetic testing.  Is incarcerated.   David L. Meyer 69, Steeleville, arrested

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Red Bud student among more than 200 students recognized for Fall 2025 term honors

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SEWARD, NE — Christine Liefer of Red Bud was one of 267 Concordia University, Nebraska students recently named to the honors list for the Fall 2025 semester.   Students must earn a 3.90 GPA or higher while also completing a minimum of 12 credit hours to be eligible for this list.   About Concordia University,

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Severe blood shortage: Red Cross blood supply drops 35 percent

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ST. LOUIS, MO — The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35 percent drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individuals are urged to give now so patients don’t face delays in lifesaving care. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types

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Smith: One year in, President Trump improving the lives of all Americans

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Missouri workers, families, farmers, and small businesses are better off today than they were this time last year thanks to President Trump delivering on his promises to fix the economy and put America First. Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) issued the following statement today commemorating the first anniversary of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, emphasizing Republican achievements in

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Tax Form 1099-G available online for individuals who received unemployment benefits from Missouri in 2025

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JEFFERSON CITY– Individuals who received unemployment benefits from the State of Missouri in calendar year 2025 can now view, print and download their 1099-G tax form online at uinteract.labor.mo.gov.   Form 1099-G details all unemployment insurance benefits an individual received during the calendar year as well as information about taxes withheld from their benefits. It is

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Douglas Joe Henson

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A funeral mass will be held Saturday, January 31, 2026 for 65-year-old Douglas Joe Henson of Brazeau, Missouri who passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Mercy Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO. He was born July 12, 1960 in Quincy, CA to Billie Joe and Barbara Cecile (Jorgenson) Henson. Douglas and Rhonda Hardwick were high

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Charles R. Baughman

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Charles R. Baughman, 87, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 4:00 pm, Monday, January 19, 2026 at his residence. He was born to the late Charles A. and Fern V. (nee McClure) Baughman on May 19, 1938 in Chester, Illinois. Charles married Norma Bargman on August 18, 1960 at St. John Lutheran Church in Chester,

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