July 2026

Dennis D. Guethle

Dennis D. Guethle, 70, of Chester, Illinois, passed away at 10:57 am, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Mercy Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri.    He was born to the late George “Freddie” and Marveline “Puddin” (nee Helmers) Guethle on May 22, 1956, in Menard, Illinois. Dennis was a dedicated worker who spent over 25 years serving […]

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Brianna Nicole L’Hote

Brianna Nicole L’Hote was born June 9, 2000, eight weeks early, 3 lbs 8 oz kicking and screaming. That never changed. She continued to be a strong and free spirit in this world. She was athletic, playing soccer, basketball, softball, and volleyball for Queen of All Saints. She also was in competitive cheerleading with Cheer

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Ameren Missouri donates 100 air conditioners to Southeast Missouri action agencies

CAPE GIRARDEAU – Ameren Missouri has donated 100 ENERGY STAR certified window air conditioners across several Southeast Missouri agencies, including East Missouri Action Agency (EMAA). On average, energy-efficient air conditioners cost less than a dollar a day to operate, allowing customers to stay cool and safe. “Summers in Missouri can get dangerously hot, so we

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Details on Don Welge Memorial Bridge ceremony released

SIKESTON, Mo. – The Missouri and Illinois Departments of Transportation will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of the Don Welge Memorial Bridge on Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m. The ceremony will take place on the newly constructed bridge. photo by Charlie Bargman The Don Welge Memorial Bridge spans the Mississippi

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Ellis Grove man hurt when pick up runs off Singer Rd., hits a tree

CHESTER — A 58-year-old Ellis Grove man was taken by a MedStar Ambulance and an Arch helicopter Wednesday evening following a traffic crash on Singer Road.   The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office reports Jeffrey R Pautler was the driver of an eastbound 2016 Chevrolet Silverado which ran off the roadway just before the curve, struck

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Farmington man sentenced to 10 years in prison for supplying fatal fentanyl dose

CAPE GIRARDEAU – U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. on Thursday sentenced a Farmington, Missouri man to 10 years in prison for supplying fentanyl to a friend shortly before the man’s overdose death.   Judge Limbaugh also ordered James B. Link’s sentence to run consecutive to any sentence he receives for 10 pending cases in

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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois welcomes new members to board of directors

GLEN CARBON – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) welcomes three new members to their Board of Directors: Members-at-Large Erin Barriger and Abigail Zajac, as well as ex-officio Girl Board Member Anna Kennedy. They were elected by council delegates during the organization’s annual meeting this spring. GSofSI’s Board of Directors assists the council with strategic

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Governor Kehoe signs economic development bills into law

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Governor Mike Kehoe has signed six economic development bills into law: House Bill (HB) 2636 and Senate Bills (SB) 834, 903, 959, 1000, and 1576.   “The legislation signed today reflects our commitment to creating new opportunities for Missouri families, businesses, and communities,” said Governor Kehoe. “From strengthening critical infrastructure and

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Governor Kehoe signs legislation strengthening oversight of high school athletics

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed Senate Bill (SB) 863 into law, ensuring good governance and consistent standards for student programs and activities in the State of Missouri. “As we talk about improving education and student outcomes, we must not overlook the role athletics and other extracurricular activities play in building leadership,

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Governor Kehoe signs legislation supporting Missouri agriculture and rural communities

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Governor Mike Kehoe has signed House Bill (HB) 2397 and Senate Bills (SB) 913, 938, 953, 1033, and 1629, reflecting his commitment to supporting agriculture and rural communities.   “Easing the regulatory burden on our agriculture community and farm families is not only the right thing to do, it’s critical to

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