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Beyond the badge: Missouri state park rangers protect public

Public safety support includes local communities JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Millions of visitors travel to Missouri’s 93 state parks and historic sites every year for recreation and serenity. A specialized team of professionals works hard to keep those parks safe and protected. Missouri state park rangers serve a challenging, unique dual role, combining law enforcement with […]

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Retired educator launches campaign for Congress

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI – A retired educator has announced he is running for the Republican nomination for Eighth District Congressman from Missouri. Gordon Heslop says he spent most of the last 20 years on the Accounting faculty at East Texas A&M University.         He has degrees: Doctor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Laws with Honours, Master of

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All Together Art Show celebrates inclusion through sweet expressions

STE. GENEVIEVE – Recently, the 5th Annual All Together Art Show was held at Common Grounds Coffee Shop!     Each year, students and community members create artwork that highlight and celebrate inclusion.   The theme of this year’s show was Sprinkles, Scoops and Smiles that Shine — Inclusion is Sweet All the Time, and

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SGHS anatomy students gain real-world insight at SLU Medical School

STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School students in Mrs. Danielle Yamnitz’s Anatomy classes recently traveled to St. Louis University (SLU) School of Medicine for a cadaver demonstration, offering a firsthand look at human anatomy beyond the classroom.     During the visit, students had the opportunity to observe cadavers generously donated to science and

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Kindergartener named Artsonia Artist of the Week

STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve Elementary School kindergarten student Ronan Wibbenmeyer has been named Artist of the Week by Artsonia, earning top honors in the Kindergarten–3rd grade category. Ronan was also awarded $100 in art supplies from Blick Art Materials!           All student artwork at Ste. Genevieve Elementary is uploaded to

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Illinois State Police breaks ground on new K-9 training facility

PAWNEE, IL  – The Illinois State Police (ISP) and Capital Development Board (CDB) today broke ground on a new K-9 training complex. ​ The $8.9 million state investment consists of two new buildings, including upgraded kennels, training areas, and office space.     “Here in Illinois, we’re proud to support our State Police as they take

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Herb Fallert receives Mayoral Merit Award at Ste. Genevieve Board of Aldermen meeting

STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve Mayor Brian Keim presented a Mayoral Merit Award to longtime  resident and civic leader Herb Fallert during Thursday’s meeting of the board of aldermen.     Mayor Keim read the official proclamation presented to Fallert which included a long list of his accomplishments.   Read the proclamation here:   Herb

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Donjon named Memorial Hospital Employee of the Quarter

CHESTER, IL. – Brett Bollmann, CEO at Memorial Hospital named Jennifer Donjon Employee of the Quarter for the First Quarter 2026 on April 8, 2026.     Jennifer Donjon and Brett Bollmann, CEO   Jennifer Donjon, Lab Lead Rural Health Clinic Phlebotomist at Memorial Hospital, has been employed at Memorial since November 2011. When asked

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Citizens Electric makes donation to Care to Learn – Ste. Genevieve Chapter

STE. GENEVIEVE – Last week, Citizens Electric donated $500 to the Care to Learn – Ste. Genevieve chapter (bit.ly/dragongiving). Care to Learn maximizes donations by securing matching grants to address students’ needs. The Ste. Genevieve chapter supports our Friday Backpack Program, as well as provides immediate funding for emergent health, hunger, and hygiene needs, ensuring

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