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Perryville Police report

PERRYVILLE — The Perryville Police Department has released its latest report of arrests.   The Perryville Police Department was notified of the arrest of 24-year-old Quentin Alexander Bailey of Perryville at 1 p.m. June 25th.   The arrest took place at the Perry County Joint Justice Center in the 400 block of St. Joseph Street […]

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Public advised to watch for pavement failures during heat wave

SPRINGFIELD – With extremely high temperatures and humidity impacting the entire state, the Illinois Department of Transportation is cautioning the public to be on the lookout for pavement failures on roads and to stay alert for crews making emergency repairs. ​   Pavement failures, buckling and blowouts occur with little warning during periods of prolonged heat

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Senator Schmitt to introduce constitutional amendment putting Americans first, reining in birthright citizenship

U.S. SENATE — Missouri U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), chairman of the Judiciary Subcommittee of the Constitution, has announced he will be introducing a constitutional amendment to protect American citizenship and rein in birthright citizenship. This announcement follows today’s Supreme Court decision to uphold unlimited birthright citizenship for the children of illegal aliens and temporarily present

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Ste. Gen Co. 4-H invites community to annual chicken fry dinner

STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. — The Ste. Genevieve County 4-H program invites the community to its annual Chicken Fry Dinner on Thursday, July 9, at the Knights of Columbus Hall.   Serving will begin at 4:00 p.m. and continue until 6:30 p.m., or until sold out. Tickets will be available at the door.   Guests can choose from two meal options: Large

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Ste. Genevieve County Commission meeting minutes released

STE. GENEVIEVE –- The Ste. Genevieve County Commission has released the minutes for the meeting held June 29, 2026.   Ste. Genevieve County Commission Minutes MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026   24TH Day of the April Term. Commission Met Pursuant to Adjournment. Present were Presiding Commissioner Randy Ruzicka, Associate Commissioner Cory Ford, along with Deputy County

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Students participate in Youth Tour

PERRYVILLE – Citizens Electric is proud to sponsor local students Janie Porter and Paisley Eyler as participants in the Youth Tour, an educational leadership program that allows high school students to experience the nation’s capital while learning about American history, government, and civic engagement.     During their time in Washington, D.C., Janie and Paisley

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Driver examination stations closed statewide on July 3, 2026

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, for the observance of Independence Day.   Normal operations will resume on Monday, July 6, 2026.   For more news, follow the Missouri State Highway Patrol

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Gov. Pritzker issues disaster proclamation following severe storms, tornadoes and flooding in Illinois counties

SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker Tuesday issued a state disaster proclamation following months of severe weather and flooding that caused widespread damage across Illinois. Beginning in March and continuing through June, Illinois experienced record-breaking severe storms, tornadoes, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, hail, and straight-line winds. Illinois has led the nation in tornadoes this year, with approximately

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Governor Kehoe takes action on FY27 state budget bills

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On Tuesday, Governor Mike Kehoe signed the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) state operating and capital improvement budget bills totaling $50.7 billion, delivering a responsible, balanced budget that invests in Missouri’s priorities while preparing for the years ahead and protecting taxpayer dollars.   “I appreciate the members of the General Assembly for

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