STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve County voters will consider a six percent lodging tax on the April 7 ballot that would apply only to visitors staying in local accommodations. The tax would be collected on overnight stays at hotels, motels, short-term rentals, and RV parks, ensuring that those who visit and enjoy the area […]
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SPRINGFIELD – Voting is now open in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMA) 2026 “Makers Madness” contest, a bracket-style tournament that lets the public decide what product will be crowned The Coolest Thing Made in Illinois Presented by Comcast Business, the annual competition celebrates the incredible work of manufacturers across Illinois, which have long served as
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In Loving Memory Norma “Lee Lee” Smith 89 years old of Sainte Genevieve, MO July 1, 1936 – March 7, 2026 Survived By: Daughter, Terri M. Brown, Son, Steven H. Lea, Daughter, Tina R. (Randy) Baus, Daughter, Laura D. (Jim) York, Son, Randy S. (Karin) Lea, Sister, Jean M. Luttrell, Sister, Ruth
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Margie J. Mattingly, 92, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 at Ste. Genevieve Care Center. She was born August 6, 1933 in Perryville, MO to Clyde and Elva (Moore) Brewer. Margie and Bertrand V. Mattingly were married on April 26, 1952. He preceded her in death on December 24, 2007. Margie’s main
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Karen Faye Lukefahr, 72, of Altenburg, Missouri passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 at The Villas of Jackson. She was born July 8, 1953 in Perryville, MO to Edgar O. and Nelda R. (Perr) Palisch. Karen retired as the office manager at the Perry County Soil and Water District after 46 years. She enjoyed spending
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In Loving Memory 51-year-old Glynn G. Gegg of Sainte Genevieve, MO passed away March 9, 2026. He was born November 20, 1974, son of Glennon J. Gegg and Dorothy (Grass) Gegg, who both preceded him in death. He is survived by: Daughter, Shelby (Bryce) Villmer, Son, Austin (Peyton) Gegg, Daughter, Grace Gegg,
August 7, 1934-March 6, 2026. He is survived by his wife, family, and extended family. Per Clarence’s request no formal funeral services will be held. Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com. Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions to Missouri National Veterans Memorial.
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BOSTON, Mass. – Average gasoline prices in Missouri have risen 32.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.01/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 47.3 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 16.1 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The
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JEFFERSON CITY – More than 75 cancer patients, survivors and caregivers from across Missouri are expected gather at the State Capitol Wednesday, March 11, to meet with lawmakers to ask for their support of policies that reduce the burden of cancer. Missouri can reduce its cancer burden with public policies that prioritize tobacco prevention
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The curtain goes up this Thursday March 12 at 7:30 p.m. By Jim Beers CHESTER – Chester High School will present its annual spring theatre production this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 12, 13, and 14. This year the production will be a stage play, not a musical. The title of the play is, “The
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