SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Municipal League (IML) joins communities across Illinois and the nation in commemorating the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, remembering the lives lost, honoring those who answered the call of duty and reflecting on the spirit of unity that brought Americans together following the tragic aftermaths on our nation and […]
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by Brooke Keltner CARBONDALE, Ill. — Registration is underway for the seventh annual Southern Illinois Hemp and Cannabis Symposium, which has grown from a regional event to one that attracts speakers and participants from across the country. During the day-long symposium, nine speakers will cover a variety of topics including state and federal policy, hemp/cannabis agronomy
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Changes in routines, busy fall schedules can lead to fewer donors and blood products Leave a lifesaving legacy this month in honor of Dr. Charles R. Drew [CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, Sept. 8, 2026] — The American Red Cross urges people not to wait to make a lifesaving impact this fall by scheduling a blood
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Karim Landeros and Reagan Sims earn “Special Teams” and “Practice Player” honors for Week 3 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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The American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) annual Americanism Poppy Poster Contest teaches school-aged children about patriotism, veterans, and service through art. Carol Rozier Committee Chair for Americanism and ALA President Post 133 Carol Taylor present Charlotte Schmidt a certificate for the ALA Poppy Poster Contest. Charlotte won the Class 1 Division at Dept. level and her
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The Ste. Genevieve Library has been awarded $20,000 by the American Library Association (ALA) to help them explore ways to make the library facility more welcoming and accessible for people with sensory sensitivities. Now, the library wants to hear your voice. The library invites you to join in a Community Conversation and share your ideas,
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Summary Measles cases are surging in the Midwest. Individual measles cases have been diagnosed in Missouri in 2026. Outbreaks of measles are occurring in adjacent states. Health care providers are encouraged to review this alert. For any suspected cases or questions, CALL YOUR LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY or the MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & SENIOR
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Nominations for multiple awards now being accepted JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Missouri’s “Outstanding Older Worker of the Year” award program seeks to honor a Missouri resident who is 55 or older, employed at least 20 hours a week, and displays dependability and new skills on the job. Nominations are currently being accepted. The winner will
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The City of Perryville would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Neal Adams for his incredible work documenting the transition of the Chester Bridge to the Don Welge Memorial Bridge. What started simply as a hobby has grown into something that has made a remarkable impact far beyond our local communities. Throughout
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Students are rewarded for demonstrating Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and Empathy BY JIM BEERS Chester Grade School recognized 33 students on Friday September 4, 2026 in grades Kindergarten through 8th, for demonstrating the “HIVE” PBIS good character traits of either Respect, Responsibility, Safety, or Empathy. There are four “HIVE” PBIS characteristics that teachers and staff at
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