KANSAS CITY, MO — On Thursday, FEMA announced more than $400 million in funding to support recovery for past disasters in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska for Public Assistance projects. Through Public Assistance, FEMA empowers state and local communities to recover following a major disaster, including debris removal, emergency protective measures and the repair or replacement […]
STE. GENEVIEVE – There were four “swearing ins” at Thursday’s meeting of the Ste. Genevieve Board of Aldermen, but no new faces. The four incumbent aldermen ran unopposed in the April 7th municipal election. Alderman Joe Steiger conducted the business of the meeting in the absence of Mayor Keim. Steiger read a proclamation for
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – During a bill signing ceremony Thursday at the Missouri State Capitol, Governor Mike Kehoe signed four pieces of legislation into law: House Bills (HB) 2061, 2423, 2641, and 2934. HB 2061 sponsored by Representative George Hruza and Senator Curtis Trent, provides protection against discrimination and antisemitism in public schools
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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Retail Merchants Association (IRMA) released the following statement after the Trump Administration issued a rule through the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency attempting to block Illinois’ Interchange Fee Prohibition Act, which would limit swipe fees banks and credit card companies can charge businesses and consumers: “Banks and credit card companies will
SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs Thursday announced he has returned over $2.5 billion in missing money on his watch, breaking all records in an I-Cash program that has been around since the 1960s. More than 2.5 million people, nonprofits, and businesses have been reunited with their missing money since Frerichs took office in
ST. LOUIS, MO–The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to help hospitals and transfusion centers stay prepared to help all patients. Donors of all blood types and those looking to give for the first time are encouraged to book an appointment in the coming days or weeks ahead. In
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – If your farm has been in your family since Dec. 31, 1926, it’s not too late to apply for recognition as a Missouri Century Farm. Due to technical issues preventing some people from submitting applications, the deadline to apply has been extended to May 15. University of Missouri Extension, the MU
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COLUMBIA – Farming is more than a job. It is a way of life, and it brings both pride and pressure. Know the signs of declining farmer mental health: Change in routine Decline in the care of animals Increase in illnesses Increase in farm accidents Decline in appearance of farm When stress feels overwhelming, you
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PERRYVILLE – The Perry County School District No. 32 will have a special meeting Wednesday evening. The tentative agenda: AGENDA PERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 32 Board of Education Special Meeting – Open Session Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Temporary Central Office, 503 Schindler Road (rear entrance) 6:00 p.m. Open Session called to
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JACKSON — The Riverside Regional Library Branches in Perryville and Altenburg have several activities planned for each location in May 2026. The Perryville Branch is located at 800 City Park Drive, Perryville. The phone number is 573 547 6508. The Altenburg Branch is located at 66 Poplar Street, Altenburg. The phone number is
