August 2026

William M. Boucher

WILLIAM M. BOUCHER, 68, of Rockwood, Illinois, passed away at 2:44 am, Friday, June 28, 2026 at her residence. He was born to William and Shirley (nee Wilson) Boucher on August 11, 1957 in Libertyville, Illinois. William received an honorable discharge from the United States Army on August 4, 1978. He had worked for Knight […]

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Museum presents an encore presentation of New Offenburg, The Last Badeners in the USA

Ste. Genevieve Museum Learning Center presents an encore presentation of New Offenburg , The Last Badeners in the USA. On August 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Orris Theater. This film and program were presented earlier this year to a packed house. New Offenburg got its name from Offenburg, a city in Germany located between

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Dr. Jane Barker receives Chamber Award!

Her ability to provide not only exceptional medical care, but also genuine comfort and compassion has made a profound difference in the lives of countless patients and families.Dr. Barker’s dedication to service extends far beyond the hospital walls. As a proud Army veteran, she brings a deep sense of duty, discipline, and selflessness to everything

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Ste. Genevieve Board of Aldermen set work session agenda

AGENDABudget Work SessionSTE. GENEVIEVE BOARD OF ALDERMENThursday – August 20, 2026City Hall, 165 S 4th Street6:00 p.m.CALL TO ORDERAPPROVAL OF AGENDABUSINESS ITEMSDepartment Presentations1. Introduction / Overview2. Community Development3. Tourism4. Police5. Street/Parks6. Water/Sewer7. Administration/LegislativeBOARD CAN FINALIZE CAPITAL REQUESTS, INCREASES, RATE OF PAY (Step Increase or StepIncrease + 3.8%)ANY OTHER BUSINESSADJOURNMENTAny person requiring special accommodations (i.e. qualified

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Illinois State Police’s New Bicycle Response Team Increases Community Engagement

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Police’s (ISP) new Bicycle Response Team is on a roll this summer as it hits the streets of the Illinois State Fair for the first of many large-scale events the Team is expected to attend in support of ISP’s mission of protecting public safety. The Bicycle Response Team was established

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Highway Patrol promotes Captain Jason N. Crites

Colonel Michael A. Turner, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the promotion of Captain Jason N. Crites effective September 1, 2026. Capt. Crites will be promoted to the rank of major and will transfer to General Headquarters, Jefferson City, where he will serve as the bureau commander of the Executive Services Bureau. Crites

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Lady beetles and aphids: Why releases often fall short

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Lady beetles, aka ladybugs, are among the most recognized beneficial insects in gardens and landscapes. The adults and larvae feed on aphids and other soft-bodied insects, making them important natural enemies of common pests, says Tamra Reall, University of Missouri Extension horticulturist. Lady beetle larva. Lady beetles, or ladybugs, are among

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