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Chester Fire Department called out twice Sunday

CHESTER – The Chester Fire Department was called out twice on Sunday in frigid temperatures, that were around zero degrees, if not below zero.   Firefighters were paged to 2711 State Street in Chester at 6:36 a.m. Sunday for a structure fire. Chester Police were first on scene and reported a fully involved detacted garage […]

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MoDOT thanks public for cooperation during winter storm

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) thanks Missourians for staying off the roads during this weekend’s winter storm. It’s estimated that traffic volumes were 75–80 percent lower than normal throughout the state over the weekend. That cooperation allowed crews to respond more quickly and safely, contributing to significantly fewer serious incidents.  

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Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant and Troy Aikman trading cards, 100-ounce silver bar, and more available at online ICash auction

SPRINGFIELD – Hall of Famers Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Patrick Ewing collectible basketball cards and comics featuring the Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, and Spawn are just some of the notable items available at the online ICash auction January 23-February 1.   “Valentine’s Day may never be the same,” said Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs,

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Memorial Hospital announces convenient care provider team

CHESTER – Memorial Hospital is welcoming three exceptional providers to its new Convenient Care clinic, opening next month in the Medical Office Building addition on the hospital campus. The expanded walkin clinic will enhance access to timely, patient-centered care for families across the region.     Leading the Convenient Care team is Cindy Snider, FNPC,

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Department of Revenue now accepting 2025 tax returns

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — Monday marked the beginning of tax season as the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) is now accepting electronically filed state returns. As Missourians prepare, DOR is providing information and resources to help ensure a smooth process for everyone.   “The best way for a fast return is to e-file,” Missouri Director of Revenue

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Great St. Louis Fire of 1849 is topic of next museum presentation

Sainte Genevieve Museum Learning Center Speaker SeriesWednesday, January 28 – 6 pmOrris Theater in Ste. GenevievePresenter – Barney BradshawWhat started out as a beautiful May day in 1849 would, by dawn the next day, see the City of St. Louis become a smoldering ruin. Hear about this harrowing night and learn about the causes and

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Ste. Gen Mayor Brian Keim presents first Mayoral Merit Award

STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve Mayor Brian Keim presented his very first Mayoral Merit Award Thursday evening to Bill Naeger at the regular meeting of the Board of Aldermen.     Mayor Keim read from the document, listing the Naeger’s many contrbutions to the city of Ste. Genevieve over the years. “A Resolution honoring Bill

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School and other closings for Monday, January 26

RIVER REGION – The following schools and government offices have announced they will be closed today, Monday, January 26, 2026.   Chester CUSD 139 will be closed today. We will have an E-Learning Day.   Steeleville schools in Illinois are closed today.   Perry County School District 32 will be closed today. This is a

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Thousands of Missourians flood state Capitol to protest lawmakers ignoring the will of Missouri voters 

Abortion Action Missouri JEFFERSON CITY, MO. ––Thousands of Missouri workers and community members representing labor, civil, abortion, and LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice, rural, and faith organizations packed the state Capitol rotunda today in protest. Corrupt lawmakers’ are making moves to serve authoritarianism and a wealthy elite by stripping Missourians of their freedoms to take paid

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