SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to address a nationwide shortage of people entering the profession and attract young talent, the Illinois Department of Transportation has announced a hiring initiative that will pay $15,000 of eligible student loan debt annually for up to 50 new civil engineers who graduated from Illinois schools. Payments will be capped at […]
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PERRYVILLE – Perry County School District No. 32 has released this summary of the proceedings of its May 4th special meeting. The special open session was called to order at 6 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance was recited. C.J. Huff with HaloRRS, Mike Reik with Raymond James, Stephen Telscher with SAPP Architects,
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources thanks all those who participated in the topic solicitation and discussion related to the upcoming 2028 Listing Methodology Document (LMD). The department greatly values public participation in the development of each LMD. The department will hold a public meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 10
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CHESTER – Randolph County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Jason L. Merrell of Wright City, Missouri on narcotics and weapons-related crimes following a Home Invasion in Evansville, IL. Sheriff Jarrod Peter announced Tuesday that on the evening of May 4, 2026, Randolph County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a residence in Evansville, Illinois regarding what was initially
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SPARTA – In celebration of National Hospital Week, Sparta Community Hospital is recognizing not only the care provided to patients across the region, but also the important role the organization plays in supporting the local economy, workforce, and overall strength of the communities it serves. According to a newly released Economic Impact Report prepared
STE. GENEVIEVE – Two students at Valle Catholic High School have been awarded scholarships. Senior Adyson Rayoum has been awarded the Miriam S. Steiger Scholarship. This scholarship was established by Miriam’s family in honor of her lifelong vocation and passion for nursing. It is awarded each year to a student pursuing a career in the
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PERRYVILLE – The St. Vincent Varsity Golf Team won the Class 2 District 1 Golf Championship Monday at the Bent Creek Golf Course in Jackson St. Vincent shot a 323 for first place. Jefferson was second at 347. Individual St. Vincent scores: Sam Koishor shot a 78 to tie for 1st overall.
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Dale R. Grott, 90, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 1:50 pm, Sunday, May 10, 2026 at Mercy Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He was born to the late Stephen and Helena “Lena” (nee Bessen) Grott on June 8, 1935 in Chester, Illinois. Dale married Alice Raav on August 25, 1956 at Mary Help
District 32 Community, As part of our ongoing tornado recovery, District 32 has remained committed to a transparent, multi-stage evaluation of our facilities. Following the initial storm damage, five classrooms in the 1970s wing of the Perryville High School building were thoroughly inspected for air quality, safe egress, and occupancy. Based on those professional
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Senate Republicans Advance Legislation to Strengthen Online Protections for Children Senate Republicans are advancing a legislative package aimed at strengthening protections for children online as concerns continue to grow about the risks young people face in today’s digital environment. Children today are navigating online spaces that are more accessible and more complex than ever before.
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