STE. GENEVIEVE—In recognition of Women’s Health Month, Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is joining national leaders in highlighting the importance of women’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. This year’s observance aligns with the 2026 federal theme, “Prevention, Innovation, and Impact: A New Era in Women’s Health,” which underscores the need for proactive, sciencedriven […]
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – For many, the term “wildflower garden” conjures images of a delicate spring native to lightly shaded woodland sites or moist meadows. But there are may summer-blooming wildflowers native to dry, sunny hillsides, glades and other places with more austere growing conditions. Many of them are much easier to grow than spring
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STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County Library is excited to announce its 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” a community-wide reading adventure designed for readers of all ages. This year’s program introduces a simplified, age-appropriate tracking system, collectible brag tags, expanded challenges, and exciting prize opportunities designed to keep participants engaged all summer long.
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Ste. Genevieve School District R-II STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School has graduated its Class of 2026. A video of the ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/live/etK0DPRZIC4?si=uRdxzZxyjBSBqBDe Photos of the event are available on the Ste. Genevieve R-II website: https://www.facebook.com/SteGenRII SGHS Principal Dr. John Boyd recognized the many hands — both seen and unseen —
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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is offering its popular Home Alone and Babysitting classes. The 2026 Home Alone class will be on Tuesday, June 16, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Education Conference Room at the hospital. The class include discussions on safety, first aid and self-care and will help
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ST. LOUIS, Mo. — As we move toward Memorial Day, the American Red Cross calls on people to schedule their blood or platelet donation appointments now to help medical centers stay ready and respond quickly to emergencies. Having blood products immediately available is a key part of summer safety. With millions of Americans expected
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PERRYVILLE – The Perry County School District No. 32 has released this summary of the May 19, 2026 special meeting of the Board of Education. The open session was called to order at 7:00 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance was recited. The board approved the following: Interim school building bids 1A & 1B
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Community gardens are thriving across Missouri by pairing shared land with shared purpose, but long-term success requires more than good intentions. To support communities beyond startup enthusiasm, University of Missouri Extension has developed the Community Gardening Toolkit, says Bill McKelvey, senior project coordinator and author of the publication. Grounded in research and real-world
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CHESTER – Representatives from Memorial Hospital’s Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab Center recently took part in training to help improve patient care and stay up to date on new developments in heart and lung health. Amy Mathis, RN, and Melissa Soellner, MS, RDN, CDE, ACSM-CEP, attended the 35th Annual Illinois Society for Cardiovascular and Pulmonary
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CHESTER – Memorial Hospital has opened applications for its healthcare scholarships, offering financial support to Randolph County residents preparing to enter the nursing and healthcare workforce. The Mullins Nursing Scholarship and the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Healthcare Scholarship provide financial assistance to students at various stages of their education, with the goal of encouraging
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