August 2026

President Trump Approves Governor Kehoe’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that President Donald J. Trump has approved Missouri’s request for a major disaster declaration for 34 Missouri counties heavily impacted by dangerous flash flooding, tornadoes, and intense straight-line winds from June 4-18, 2026. “We thank President Trump for approving Missouri’s major disaster declaration for communities across […]

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Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant Funds Available

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(JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced the availability of Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant funds. A competitive grant program, the Urban Agriculture Cost-Share Grant will fund projects that demonstrate economic benefit and potential for sustainable revenue generation and job creation.   Examples of projects include developing small agribusinesses, implementing production infrastructure,

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Side-by-side crash injures three teens in Ste. Genevieve County

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STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. — A single-vehicle crash of a sport utility side-by-side left three teenagers injured Monday night in Ste. Genevieve County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash happened on Smith Road near Highway D. The report said the 16-year-old boy, who was driving a 2022 Can-Am Commander XT side-by-side, slid off

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The Rural Parish Dental Clinic team at the Bloomsdale Medical Centre

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The Rural Parish Dental Clinic team at the Bloomsdale Medical Centre (BMC) from Tuesday, August 4 through Friday, August 7! The mobile team is sponsored by the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Call 314-225-4034 for eligibility, appointments or volunteer opportunities. Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) works in partnership with the Rural Parish Dental Clinic. For

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Route 61/Y intersection Improvements in Bloomsdale, MO

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SIKESTON-Contractor crews for the Missouri Department of Transportation will soon begin an intersection improvement project at U.S. Route 61/Route Y in Ste. Genevieve County. The project will include upgrades to the existing Route 61/Y intersection in Bloomsdale, Missouri to improve turning movements. This will be accomplished by widening and increasing some of the radiuses at the existing

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Route 61 in Perry County Reduced for Sidewalk Repairs

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Sikeston― Route 61 in Perry County will be reduced with a 12-foot width restriction as contractor crews perform sidewalk repairs.      This section of roadway is located from Sutterer Place to Fairview Way in Perryville, Missouri.   Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, August 17 through Friday, August 21 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.   The work zone will be marked with signs.  Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.   For additional information, please contact Resident Engineer Kevin Plott

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Mercy Hospital Perry Receives National Recognition for Stroke Care

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PERRYVILLE, Mo. (July 31, 2026) – Mercy Hospital Perry has received the American Heart Association’s Get With the Guidelines® – Stroke Rural Gold Plus achievement award, demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of stroke.   Stroke is the No. 4 cause of death in the United States, according to the

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Fredericktown Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 18-year-old woman

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FREDERICKTOWN, Mo. — The Fredericktown Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 18-year-old woman. Police said Alyssa M. Cooper, of Fredericktown, has been missing since Saturday, Aug. 1. According to the department, Cooper was last seen on foot shortly after 4 p.m. Saturday in the area of Lincoln Drive and

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Bellies, Babies & Beyond

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Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) and the Perry County Health Department are hosting “Bellies, Babies & Beyond” from 11 a.m. to @ p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, at Perry Park Center in Perryville. The free event will connect expecting parents, new mothers and young families with local resources and support.

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