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Three Local Nonprofits Receive $30,000 in Grant Support

STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. — Three local nonprofit organizations are receiving a combined $30,000 in grant funding through a partnership between MRV Banks and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines. The funding was made possible through the Federal Home Loan Bank’s Member Impact Fund, which matches contributions from participating member banks at a three-to-one […]

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CHS Dance Team will host 2026 Youth Dance Camp

This year’s theme is, “Dancing in the USA” BY JIM BEERS             Chester High School Dance Coach, Adriane Kern, is proud to announce that the CHS Dance Team is hosting their annual youth dance camp Tuesday September 1st Wednesday September 2nd, and Thursday September 3rd.             This year’s theme is, Red, White, and Blue, “Dancing

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The Red Cross and Hello Kitty® and Friends join forces to help save lives

[CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, Aug. 24, 2026] — The American Red Cross urges people to celebrate the power of kindness by making an appointment to give lifesaving blood or platelets. Every donation is critical to helping prevent the next blood shortage.    The Red Cross and Hello Kitty® and Friends are partnering in September to remind donors that comfort and

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Learn about creating a waystation for butterflies and monarchs

Help monarchs before they flutter away for hibernaculum with online event. JOPLIN, Mo. – Building a butterfly waystation brings color and an up-close look at these delicate insects. Join the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) for a virtual program about Monarchs and Butterfly Waystations from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Register for the virtual program

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United for Childcare Resource Center Receives Community and Federal Support

Cape Girardeau… United Way of Southeast Missouri’s United for Childcare ResourceCenter is strengthening its support for Southeast Missouri families and childcare providersthrough a renewed AmeriCorps Operational Grant and new donations from local corporatepartners. The resources will help the center connect families with reliable childcare,strengthen the childcare provider network, and address barriers that can keep parentsfrom

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Zanders Sporting Goods donates to Randolph County sheriff’s Office

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to Stefanie Zanders with Zanders Sporting Goods, for their generous donation to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office! Zanders Sporting Goods donated three patrol rifles, along with ammunition that will be issued to our patrol deputies. This donation will directly help equip our deputies with the tools and

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Perry County Creative Arts is currently taking art submissions for our Rotating Art Gallery

Perry County Creative Arts  will be taking art submissions for its Rotating Art Gallery until August 29th. We are taking up to 2 art submissions per person. You can submit more than 2 pieces but up to 2 per person have a chance of being approved. Approval is based on the total number of submissions

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Storm Recovery Progressing at District 32

The Perry County School District 32 campus is preparing for an eventful 2026-27 school year with several key tornado recovery projects kicking off alongside the start of fall classes. PHS Demolition Wrapping Up — Construction to Start in Fall Contractors from Marschel Wrecking continue to make progress on the demolition of the former Perryville High

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Newscasts return to KSGM Radio

Donze Communications welcomes news director Matt Meacham. Following the retirement of longtime newsman Don Pritchard, Meacham will begin producing newscasts for KSGM AM 980 on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 6:00 am. 9:00 am and Noon. “I’ve got big shoes to fill,” said Meacham. “More than just a voice on the radio, Don became a trusted

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