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Missouri DCI continues to provide consumer support and guidance following recent severe weather events

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As communities across the state work to recover from recent severe weather events, the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) continues to provide insurance support and guidance to consumers navigating the post-disaster claims process.   “Navigating insurance after severe storms and flash flooding can be incredibly overwhelming, especially when families are dealing with the […]

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PSC approves tariffs in Empire Electric rate case with additional required reporting

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — On Wednesday, the Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) issued an Order allowing tariffs related to Empire District Electric Company d/b/a Liberty’s (Liberty) electric rate increase request to go into effect as of August 3, 2026, with the requirement of ongoing reporting to the Commission every three months.   In a previous

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SIU Carbondale establishes regional African American Heritage Center

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale is working to permanently establish the Southern Illinois African American Heritage Center (SIAAHC) to preserve and promote education about Black heritage in the region.     (Top photo) Blake Howard, left, the fall 2026 graduate assistant for the Southern Illinois African American Heritage Center, and

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Ste. Genevieve County School District R-II Board of Education meets Tuesday

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STE. GENEVIEVE – The Regular Open Session Meeting of the Ste. Genevieve County School District R-II will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2026 in the multipurpose room at the Ste. Genevieve Early Childhood Center, 1200 Maple Dr., Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670.   The tentative agenda for the meeting:   AGENDA   Ahead of

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Wisdom named MAC Vice President of Finance and Administration

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PARK HILLS, MO – Mineral Area College has named Lynne Wisdom, CPA, CPFO, as its new Vice President of Finance and Administration. Wisdom officially transitioned into the role on July 1, after serving as the college’s Deputy Chief Financial Officer for the past 18 months. Wisdom brings nine years of banking experience to the position, as well

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Raymond P. Schwent

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Raymond Paul Schwent of Ste. Genevieve, MO (formerly of Saint Mary, MO) passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Facility. He was 88.   Ray was married to the love of his life, Marilyn Rose Bader on August 22, 1959. She preceded him in death on January 19, 2020.  

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Judy Kirn

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Judy Kirn set the standard for keeping house.   Where others would reach for a mop, she took to her hands and knees to scrub the tile floor.   A dishwasher was an unnecessary appliance. Better to promptly hand wash dishes after breakfast, lunch and dinner.   An old Dodge sedan had fewer spots than

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Governor Kehoe takes action on remaining legislation

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed the remaining legislation passed by the Missouri General Assembly during the Second Regular Session of the One Hundred Third General Assembly.   “Today’s bill signings follow a thorough review of all the legislation sent to my desk this year,” said Governor Kehoe. “I appreciate the

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Midwest area prices fell 0.5% in May and June, up 2.9% over the year 

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KANSAS CITY – The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Midwest Region fell 0.5% in June, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index decreased 5.6%, largely due to a decline in gasoline prices.   The index for food declined 0.1% over the month, while the index

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Missouri S&T awards degrees during spring commencement

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ROLLA, Mo. – Five students from the River Region were among more than 1,000 graduates who received degrees from Missouri University of Science and Technology at the close of the spring semester. The graduates were honored during ceremonies held May 15 and May 16 on the campus in Rolla.   Missouri S&T awards bachelor of

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