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Bloomsdale Elementary Kindergarteners shine in fashion show

STE. GENEVIEVE – Bloomsdale Elementary Kindergarteners took to the runway for their second annual ABC Fashion Show on Friday, Nov. 7, in the school gymnasium.     After spending the past few months learning all 26 uppercase and lowercase letters and their sounds, students celebrated their hard work in style! Each kindergartener created a special […]

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Chester Area Christian Food Pantry Mobile Market held Oct. 22

CHESTER – The Chester Area Christian Food Pantry Mobile Market was held Wednesday, October 22.     Chester High School volunteers pose for a photo at the end of the October 22, 2025, Chester Area Christian Food Pantry Mobile Market. (Left to right) Amy Miller, CHS Teacher, Leslie Asbury, Mackenzie Deimund, Peyton Dixon, Brookelynn McClain,

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Chester Grade School honors local veterans with school-wide assembly

Approximately 40 veterans and family members enjoy a morning of recognition, music and tribute   By Jim Beers CHESTER – Monday morning, November 10, Chester Grade School faculty, students, and staff honored local veterans at their annual Veteran’s Day breakfast and school-wide assembly. The event began at 8:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast in the

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Former Associate Pastor at Ste. Genevieve will have book signing

STE. GENEVIEVE – Fr. Greg Klump, who served as associate pastor Ste. Genevieve Catholic Church from 2009-2018, will be returning to Ste. Genevieve this coming Sunday November 16th for a book signing event to be held at 11:30 at the DuBourg Center located at 305 Merchant Street.   Fr. Greg published his first work this

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Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs returns WW II Purple Heart Medal to family of late veteran at ceremony in Oak Lawn

OAK LAWN – On the day before Veterans Day, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs returned a lost Purple Heart medal to the niece of a World War II veteran who was injured while fighting in France and Germany.   Frerichs reunited Army Rifleman James R. Bennett’s medal with niece Patti Knies during a ceremony at VFW

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Illinois Winter Weather Preparedness Week is here

SPRINGFIELD– As winter weather approaches, Illinois residents are reminded to prepare for the possibility of snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures. This week marks National Winter Weather Preparedness Week, a timely opportunity for individuals, families, and communities to plan ahead for the challenges the season can bring.    The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security

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Kennedi Fischer named November SGHS Elks Student of the Month

STE. GENEVIEVE – Kennedi Fischer has been chosen as the Elks Student of the Month for November from Ste. Genevieve High School.   Kennedi is the daughter of Jamie and Patrick Fischer.     Kennedi’s scholastic honors include: being ranked third in her graduating class; being in the Top 10 percent of her class; and

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Linley Wehner named November SGHS Rotary Student of the Month

STE. GENEVIEVE – Congratulations to Linley Wehner, the Rotary Student of the Month for November from Ste. Genevieve High School. Linley is the daughter of Amber and Dustin Wehner.     Linley’s scholastic honors include: being ranked in the top 10 percent for two years; earning Summa Cum Laude; earning Magna Cum Laude for two

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Memorial Hospital Service Awards and Newmark Award 2025

CHESTER – Memorial Hospital hosted its Fall Party at the American Legion in Chester Friday, November 7th.   Many employees were celebrated for their years of service. Brett Bollmann, CEO, presented the following employees with their Service Awards:   5 Years Patricia Alvarado Hernandez James Boucher Jeanice Brandes Kimberly Fulmer Aleisha Garver Alyssa Gibbs Kathryn

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