Helen A. Cissell, 85, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Independence Care Center. She was born December 2, 1940 to Bernard L. and Wilhelmina C. (Unterreiner) Clifton. Helen and Ronald J. Cissell were married September 26, 1964 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Perryville, MO. Helen was born in Perry County […]
Regular Meeting MinutesDate: Monday, September 21, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. CALL TO ORDER:Ernie Weiler called the regular meeting to order at 5:15 p.m.ROLL CALL:BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:Chairperson, Ernie Weiler, Sub-District 1Vice Chairperson, Bill Everett, Sub-District 4Secretary, Nick Werner, Sub-District 3Treasurer, Carl “CJ” Okenfuss, Sub-District 5Member, Dennis Jokerst, Sub-District 2Member, Nathan Wolk, Sub-District 6EMPLOYEES PRESENT:Dawn Sevier, EMT-P,
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Trico’s Heins is Medalist. James & Eggemeyer of Chester, Miles of Sparta, and Demsar of Marisa earn “Top-5” honors BY JIM BEERS The 2026 Chester High School Invitational Golf Tournament was scheduled to take place last Thursday September 17, but extreme heat and dangerous humidity caused it to be re-scheduled for Monday September 21.
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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — More than 900 students from 24 area high schools will get a taste of Saluki life on SIU Day at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. They’ll get to meet faculty and staff, and find out about resources and academic programs, giving them a chance to imagine their potential future at
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CARBONDALE, Ill. — About 100,000 Americans live with sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder that can cause sudden episodes of severe pain when misshapen blood cells obstruct the flow of blood and oxygen through the body. For some patients, these painful crises recur throughout their lives and require hospital care. Andrew Wilber, Ph.D., is
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Valle Catholic High School is proud to announce Mark Benson as the Grand Marshal of Valle Catholic’s 2026 Homecoming Parade. Mark served as the head football coach at Valle from 1978-1983, leading the team to back-to-back Class 2 State Championships in 1981 and 1982. He was also named Class 2 Missouri State Football Coach of
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CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale Chancellor Austin A. Lane’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget — which reflects a balanced state budget, the complete repayment of its historic $80 million cash deficit, and faculty and staff raises — was unanimously approved by the SIU Board of Trustees on Sept. 17. Through disciplined financial management
Department awards $26,000 in funding. (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture Animal Care Facilities Act (ACFA) Program announces recipients of spay and neuter grants. Grant funds are awarded to eligible organizations that provide low-cost spaying and/or neutering of dogs and cats for individuals who could not normally afford the services.
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri State Treasurer’s Office under the leadership of Treasurer Malek made $510,565,063.61 in investment earnings in Fiscal Year 2026. As the state’s Chief Banking and Investment Officer, Treasurer Malek is responsible for investing funds in the state treasury. “Missouri taxpayers deserve to know that state funds are being wisely managed,” said Treasurer
A ‘flower for all seasons.’ Source: David Trinklein, 573-882-9631 COLUMBIA, Mo.—As you read this article, somewhere in North America pansies are blooming prolifically in a garden, much to the enjoyment of those observing them, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. That’s true no matter when you are reading this: This delightful garden plant
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