STE. GENEVIEVE — MU Extension is hosting a statewide initiative called 100 Miles, 100 Days, and this includes Ste. Genevieve County. 100 Miles, 100 Days is a no-cost movement program that helps to motivate you to increase your physical activity throughout the 100 days of summer. Starting June 16th, you just have to start moving in whatever way you enjoy- biking, dancing, […]
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By Jim Beers CHESTER – At Chester High School’s 2026 Awards Night there were approximately 40 different organizations and individuals that sponsored monetary scholarships to graduating seniors. These seniors had the opportunity to commit to attending collegiate institutions next fall. In numerous situations, more than one scholarship was presented by the same entity, therefore,
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PERRYVILLE — The floor plans for the proposed new Perryville High School building have officially been released. (Red diagonal stripes shows Damaged High School footprint) A school official stated, “While this project is long overdue, the tornado forced our school district to fast-track a vision for the future. The result? A safe
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COLUMBIA, Mo.—Nothing says summer like biting into delectable, juicy sweet corn at a Fourth of July cookout. Whether boiled in a pot or charred over an open grill, savoring freshly picked sweet corn embodies the patriotic spirit of a midsummer celebration before fireworks light up the night sky. The term “freshly picked” is used since
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JEFFERSON CITY — With Independence Day coming up in July and other semiquincentennial (250th anniversary of the U.S.) celebrations, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) encourage people to look for red, white, and blue in nature through a holiday hike, bird watching, backyard fun, fishing, and other outdoor activities. MDC offers some suggestions to get started finding
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SEDALIA – Join us for a day of fun on the last Friday of the Missouri State Fair Fair, Aug. 21, Missouri Electric Cooperatives (MEC) Day! Special promotions and activities are planned for the day from MEC, including: Visit the MEC Building for exhibits featuring green initiatives, kids’ activities, prize drawings and Rural Missouri’s “People from our
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BOSTON, Mass. – Average gasoline prices in Missouri have fallen 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.52/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 53.9 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 66.0 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
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PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports. Arrested were: 20-year-old Richard E. Peterson and 18-year-old Milee F. Pate, both of St. Mary, on June 17th for stealing and fourth degree assault at a Perry Plaza business. 52-year-old Clinton Chandler of St. Mary for possession of a controlled substance
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CHESTER – The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office has released its latest report of arrests. Arrested were: James P. Lobisch 34, Steeleville, arrested June 22, 2026 by Steeleville Police for criminal sexual assault. Pretrial Release. Michael P. Zaccheus 47, Ellis Grove, arrested June 22, 2026 by Randolph County Sheriff’s Office for unlawful possession of
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FREEBURG, IL – Join us and donate blood at the 20th annual American Red Cross blood drive honoring former Belleville Police Sergeant Jon Brough and all first responders on Tuesday, July 7, from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the Catholic War Veterans Post 370, 3535 S Route 159 in Freeburg. This drive is proudly sponsored by the September 11
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