STE. GENEVIEVE – The St. James Camp of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War will hold a traditional Decoration Day ceremony on Saturday May 30th from 11:30 am to 12:15 pm in Memorial Cemetery, 35N. 5th Street. Decoration Day was established in 1868 by the Grand Army of the Republic veteran’s organization […]
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Governor Mike Kehoe joined the Missouri Department of Natural Resources in kicking off the Missouri Advanced Nuclear Energy Task Force in Jefferson City last week. Task force members, including scientists, lawmakers, local leaders and utility representatives, convened to discuss the future of advanced nuclear energy in Missouri. “The need for power is
PERRYVILLE – The Perry County District 32 Board of Education approved language on a modified Proposition KIDS ballot measure that will go before voters in the August 4 Primary Election. The board voted unanimously to move forward with the measure during its May meeting Wednesday night at the District 32 Central Office. Prop
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STE. GENEVIEVE – Thirteen students from Valle and Ste Genevieve High Schools gathered with their counselors to receive awards from the Woman’s Club of Ste. Genevieve at the May 11th meeting held at the VFW Hall, and catered by Rozier’s Country Mart. The Club offers a variety of competitions each year that advance the educational
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BLOOMINGTON – Illinois Wesleyan University has announced the creation of the Fisher Center for Interdisciplinary Quantum Science & Engineering, a first-of-its-kind undergraduate program that brings together multiple areas of study to better prepare students for careers in this emerging field. The Fisher Quantum Center will make Illinois Wesleyan the first undergraduate liberal arts university in
HILLSBORO, MO — Jefferson College has proudly celebrated its 61st annual commencement ceremonies, marking the academic achievements of 672 extraordinary students who completed their certificates and associate degrees during the 2025-2026 academic year. The landmark celebration brought together families, friends, faculty, staff, and distinguished community leadership in the college gymnasium to witness the formal transition
JEFFERSON CITY — The Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR) for Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) will begin May 19 and continue through May 29, 2026, culminating at the 2026 State Summer Games in Kirksville. Founded 40 years ago by the Missouri Police Chiefs Association (MPCA), the annual event raises funds and awareness for Special Olympics
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has announced that her office has resolved litigation with Liberty Utilities, a gas company that failed to properly mark a gas line in Lexington, leading to the death of a child, numerous injuries, and the destruction of a home. The State’s litigation, separate from any private actions
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ROLLA — Mark Twain National Forest invites birders—new, veteran, and everyone in-between—to discover the Forest through this fun and educational activity this year. Beginner-friendly birdwatching opportunities abound across the forested hills, open glades, and diverse riparian areas of the Forest. National Forest System lands serve as a wonderful reminder of the bountiful nature of America;
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JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri state parks and historic sites invite visitors to kick off summer and make lasting memories outdoors this Memorial Day weekend. Whether enjoying the lake, hitting the trails, relaxing or cooking out with friends, guests are encouraged to make safety part of every adventure. Come prepared with these seasonal safety reminders: Sunshine and
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