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Coalition of Illinois Public Universities issue statement in support of adequate and equitable funding formula

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SPRINGFIELD – A coalition of Illinois public universities today released the following statement in support of legislation to provide equitable funding for public universities (SB13/HB1581), which may be heard in committee as soon as Thursday:   “Illinois public universities are the foundation of our state and regional economies, preparing the skilled workforce employers depend on, driving research and […]

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Illinois small businesses oppose minimum wage increase

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois small businesses are raising the alarm about a bill posted for the House Labor Committee this week. HB 5367 (Hernandez) would incrementally increase the statewide minimum wage, jumping to $17/hour on July 1, 2026. It would hit $27/hour on Jan. 1, 2032, and then every year afterwards increase with the consumer price index.   “Small business owners are

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Learn about trees unique to the Missouri Bootheel at several free MDC events this April

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Spring is a time of renewal – to smell blooming flowers, breathe fresh air, listen to birdsong, and watch the landscape leaf out. In the Missouri Bootheel, that seasonal change reveals a collection of unique and uncommon tree species, some tracing back to the region’s historic bottomland forests and swamps. Found nowhere

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MDC will discuss morels and more during upcoming virtual program

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Morel mushroom season has finally arrived, and what better way to celebrate than to learn more about these and other fungi?     Learn about morels (pictured above) and other Missouri mushrooms during two MDC virtual programs on March 31 and April 7.   The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will host a virtual Morel

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Missouri legislators consider Alyssa’s Law

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JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri legislators are considering a measure, known as HB:3174 or Alyssa’s Law which would require public schools to provide an emergency alert system that improves first responder response time in any emergency.   Versions of Alyssa’s Law have passed in Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, Oregon, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and

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Missouri Prairie Foundation observes its 60th Anniversary

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO —In 2026, the Missouri Prairie Foundation (MPF) is 60 years old. For six decades, MPF has been a leading advocate for the protection and appreciation of prairie. Today, MPF owns and manages 36 properties totaling more than 5,000 acres—including some of Missouri’s most biologically rich old-growth prairies. MPF’s stewardship sustains the stunning biodiversity and

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Riverside Regional Library Programs and Events for April 2026

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JACKSON — The Riverside Regional Library Branches in Perryville and Altenburg have several activities planned for each location in April 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

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SEMO joins National Fraternal Order of Police to expand educational opportunities for law enforcement professionals

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law. CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Southeast Missouri State University has become the 16th university nationwide to join the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) University program, a partnership that will expand access to affordable, flexible higher education for law enforcement officers, corrections professionals and other public safety employees across the country. The FOP University program collaborates

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Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District board meeting minutes

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STE. GENEVIEVE – The minutes of the March 16 meeting of the Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District Board of Trustees meeting have been released.   STE. GENEVIEVE COUNTY AMBULANCE DISTRICT Regular Open – Board Meeting Minutes Place: Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District House 1 3 Basler Drive, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670 March 16, 2026  

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