Sun Times

Fall into Savings! Lowest prices of the season on Illinois State Fair passes

Ill State News, News /

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is getting into the gift giving spirit with the launch of two special sales that bring the excitement of the Illinois State Fair and the flavors of Illinois Products straight to your home.   Starting November 1, fairgoers can take advantage of the Lowest Prices of the Season on Illinois […]

Fall into Savings! Lowest prices of the season on Illinois State Fair passes Read More »

Fourteen state parks will temporarily close for managed deer hunts

MO State News, News /

JEFFERSON CITY – Fourteen state parks will be temporarily closed to the public for managed deer hunts to safely and effectively manage the parks’ deer population. The hunts are a coordinated effort between the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Division of State Parks and the Missouri Department of Conservation. The following state parks will be closed

Fourteen state parks will temporarily close for managed deer hunts Read More »

Frank Robinson inducted into Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame

Featured News, News, Perryville News /

PERRYVILLE – The Perry County Military Museum congratulates Frank Robinson on his induction to the Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame.     Robinson served in the Army as an Infantry Platoon Leader in Vietnam.    He was injured and sent home to complete his service.    Robinson began working as a plumber in his dad’s

Frank Robinson inducted into Missouri Veterans Hall of Fame Read More »

Manufacturers warn energy proposal will result in large electric rate hikes for businesses and consumers

Ill State News, News /

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association warns energy legislation under consideration by the General Assembly during the fall veto session is deeply flawed and will result in massive electric rate hikes on businesses and consumers.   This comes as ratepayers are already struggling from high electricity costs caused by growing energy demand that comes at the

Manufacturers warn energy proposal will result in large electric rate hikes for businesses and consumers Read More »

Prospective students invited to SIU’s Open House on Nov. 7

News, Randolph County News /

by Kim Rendfeld CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois University Carbondale invites high school students, prospective transfer students and their families to the next Open House from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 7.     The free event, based at the Student Center, attracts hundreds of people. It includes a chance to meet with representatives

Prospective students invited to SIU’s Open House on Nov. 7 Read More »

Public forum on community center transition to YMCA tonight

News, Ste. Genevieve News /

STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County Commission will hold a second public forum regarding the transition to YMCA management this evening at 6 p.m. at the Progress Sports Complex at 21390 Highway 32, Ste. Genevieve.   The three commissioners will be on hand along with Matt Clark, district vice president and acting executive director,

Public forum on community center transition to YMCA tonight Read More »

SIU University Honors, Craft Shop host pumpkin carving for Dome Glow

Featured News, News, Randolph County News /

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Sharpen your creative skills as Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s University Honors Program and the SIU Craft Shop host a free pumpkin carving session on Wednesday, Oct. 29. The finished projects will then be part of the third annual Jon Davey Memorial Dome Glow on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov.

SIU University Honors, Craft Shop host pumpkin carving for Dome Glow Read More »

Sophie Martin of Perryville crowned 2025 SEMO Woman of the Year

Featured News, News, Perryville News /

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO — Sophie Martin of Perryville, Missouri, was crowned SEMO’s 2025 Woman of the Year at halftime of the Homecoming football game on Saturday, October 18. Sophie Martin with SEMO President Dr. Brad Hodson   The Woman of the Year award honors an exceptional student leader at SEMO who demonstrates academic excellence, campus

Sophie Martin of Perryville crowned 2025 SEMO Woman of the Year Read More »