STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School senior Kayden Manning has signed a national letter of intent to play football at Central Methodist University. Kayden is the son of Jennifer and Kerry Schmidt. In attendance at a signing ceremony at school were his parents; his sister, Leyla; and friends and teammates Alex […]
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Like Clockwork Americans reset their clocks this past weekend to signal the beginning of daylight savings time. Like clockwork, this time of year coincides with a sense of urgency by legislators to move legislation forward, and the realization of the limited time left to put bills on the governor’s desk to be signed into law.
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CHESTER – The Randolph Society Foundation Board is pleased to announce that Don Welge, who took the helm of his family’s business as a young man and transformed it into a local cornerstone, will be inducted into the 2026 class of honorees. Donald E. Welge was born in St. Louis on July 11,
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CHESTER – Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce a generous donation from the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, supporting critical equipment upgrades that will enhance patient care across multiple departments. Board Chairman Tom Search and Auxiliary President Mardell Granger At the March Board Meeting, Auxiliary President Mardell Granger presented a donation check to Board
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri’s official state aquatic animal is a giant, prehistoric fish whose ancestors swam during the time of dinosaurs. Thousands of snaggers look forward to encountering this ancient sport fish during Missouri’s annual spring paddlefish season. MDC staff (l-r) Jaida Kettner, Brie Cranor, Jessa Chapmon, and Carson Rees captured, tagged, and
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JEFFERSON CITY – Last week celebrated Weights & Measures Week! Weights and Measures Week is celebrated every year from March 1 to 7 to commemorate President John Quincy Adams signing the first U.S. weights and measures legislation into law on March 2, 1799. In collaboration with the National Council on Weights and Measures, the U.S.
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SIKESTON – April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, and Southeast Missouri Food Bank is inviting the community to help demonstrate just how vital volunteers are by filling 100 percent of volunteer shifts throughout the month at its volunteer centers in Jackson and Sikeston. And, to make it easier for more people to get involved, the Food
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Don’t get too anxious about cleaning your yard for spring, says Gwen Funk, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in horticulture. Self-heal (Prunella vulgaris) is an excellent, highly recommended native plant for pollinators. It is especially good for native bee support. Photo by Katie Kammler. “Warmer temperatures may entice
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PERRYVILLE – The River Hills Amateur Radio Club is inviting all area ham and radio enthusiasts to a hamfest 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 11th at the Perryville Elks Lodge 2701, 921 N. Perryville Blvd in Perryville. Vendor Booth Space and Indoor Flea Market tables are available. There will be more than $3,500.00 worth
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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois fishing licenses – among the most affordable in the nation – are now on sale for the 2026 season. Illinois fishing licenses and stamps for 2026 are available for purchase online and at department-authorized vendors. A standard, non-discounted resident fishing license costs $15. Licenses for the 2025 season remain valid through
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