September 2026

Glen E. Edwards

Glen Elbert Edwards passed away at his home on September 17, 2026. During his final days, he was under the care of his family as guided by Journey Hospice. He was 93 years old. He was born in Stringtown, Missouri on May 3, 1933 to Noel Edgar and Lily Fern Carnahan Edwards. On September 16,1953 […]

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Plant Now, Bloom Later: Preparing Your Garden for Next Spring

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, beginner or gardener wann-a-be, the Ste. Genevieve Museum Learning Center invites you to its next speaker series program , “Plant Now, Bloom Later, Preparing your garden fore next spring,” on Wednesday, September 23rd at 6:30 pm at the Orris Theater.Master Gardner Sharon Grass will present this timely program on preparing

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Smith Secures $22.4 Million in FEMA Funding for Perryville High School Repairs After Devastating Tornado

PERRYVILLE, Mo. – This week, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced $22.4 million in Public Assistance funding for Perry County School District No. 32. Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) released the following statement applauding the award, which his office fought to secure to help support the reconstruction of Perryville High School after a tornado caused

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Perryville City Council to meet

AGENDAREGULAR MEETING6:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026City Hall Council Chambers · 215 North West Street · Perryville, MO 637751. Call to order by Mayor – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and Invocation.2. Introduction of new employee: Austyn Wolk – Street & Refuse Department Maintenance Technician Ethan Pecaut – Water Plant/Wastewater Plant Maintenance Technician3. Citizen’s

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Rep. Brad Christ Announces Bill to Put Missouri’s License Plate Cameras Under State Law for the First Time

SUNSET HILLS, Mo. — State Rep. Brad Christ (R-Sappington) announced today that he will support legislation next legislative session to regulate automated license plate reader cameras in Missouri, which currently operate under no state law. More than 3,400 of the cameras are in use across the state, according to community mapping projects, including in Sunset

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Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District

Regular Board Meeting AgendaPlace: Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District House 13 Basler Dr, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670September 21, 2026Call to Order:Roll Call of Board:Recognize Visitors for Public Comment: Jake Farnsworth, Mike Keith Insurance – renewalEmployees to Address the Board:Approval of Previous Minutes: 8/17 Tax Rate, 8/17 Closed, 8/17 Regular9/8 Special, 9/8 ClosedTreasurer’s Report:Director’s Report: Dawn

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Ameren offers simple ways to save energy and manage bills during unusually high September heat

ST. LOUIS (Sept. 18, 2026) – With unseasonably hot September temperatures driving up energy usage, Ameren is encouraging its Missouri and Illinois customers to use energy conservatively and efficiently. Simple steps, such as raising the thermostat a few degrees or using certain appliances later in the evening, can help reduce electric demand and save on monthly

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Ste. Genevieve Heritage Commission to meet

AgendaSte. Genevieve Heritage CommissionMonday, September 21, 20266:00 pmREGULAR SESSION1. Meeting Called to Order2. Pledge of Allegiance3. Roll Call4. Approval of Agenda: September 21, 20265. Approval of Minutes: August 17, 2026 and August 26, 20266. Introduction of Evidence7. Old Business:• 2023 HPF Grant – Mobile App Walking Tour – Final Public Forum on Thursday, September24, 2026

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Ste. Gen Chamber congratulates Director on 26 years

Congratulations to our Executive Director, Dena Kreitler, on an incredible 26 years with the Ste. Genevieve Chamber of Commerce! For more than two and a half decades, Dena has dedicated herself to the growth and success of our Chamber, our members, and the community she proudly calls home. Throughout those 26 years, she has helped

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CHS Football Coaches present “Players of the Week” awards

Ryker Hoffman and Tristian Preuss earn “Special Teams” and “Practice Player” honors for Week 4 BY JIM BEERS             The Chester High School Football Program presents two weekly special player awards throughout the football season. The first award is the “Special Teams” player of the week and the other is the “Practice Player” of the

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