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Valerie Hotop, FNP-BC joins Saint Francis Pain Management Center

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to welcome Valerie Hotop, FNP-BC to Pain Management Center. Valerie graduated from Maryville University, St. Louis, MO in 2025. She is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.     The Pain Management Center at Saint Francis Medical Center helps people suffering from acute […]

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SIU’s Dental Hygiene Program hosts inaugural white coat ceremony

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Dental Hygiene Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently launched a symbolic new tradition by hosting its inaugural white coat ceremony.     The SIU dental hygiene program class of 2026 was among the participants in the program’s inaugural white coat ceremony. Photo provided.   “The ceremony represents far more than

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SGCMH prepares for 27th Annual Women’s Health Fair – SupHER Heroes, Your Health is Your Greatest Power!

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STE. GENEVIEVE, MO. – Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is gearing up for its 27th annual Women’s Health Fair scheduled for Saturday, February 28, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme for this year’s event is “SupHER Heroes, Your Health is Your Greatest Power!”     Ladies unlock your ultimate super power, come take

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Justice Matters | Reflections of Missouri Chief Justice W. Brent Powell

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  As we approach this summer’s 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we are invited to pause, reflect, and recommit to the ideals that laid the foundation for a new nation. In this spirit, let us renew our commitment to liberty, equality, and the rule of law so eloquently expressed in the Declaration of

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CGS presents ‘HIVE’ good character awards

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28 students earn HIVE Awards By Jim Beers CHESTER – There were 28 students at Chester Grade School who earned HIVE awards for demonstrating the character traits of having RESPECT; Initiating RESPONSIBILITY; valuing SAFETY; and encouraging EMPATHY. Ten students earned recognition for respect, 12 students for responsibility, one for safety, and five for sympathy. Those

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Boost the Blood Supply, Red Cross Offers Free A1C Testing

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO — The American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover from a severe blood shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets in March. As a thank-you for helping save lives, successful donations will receive free A1C testing, commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes, in March (one result per calendar year).    New Red Cross data reveals 1 in 5 blood

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Watch birding webinars and join Missouri Birding Challenge

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) invite both new and experienced birders to join the 2026 Missouri Birding Challenge (MBC) May 1-22!   Registration will be open April 1-30.   In preparation for the 2026 MBC, join MDC

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Sparta Community Hospital at-home health care earns national distinction for over 15 years

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SPARTA, IL — Sparta Community Hospital’s At-Home Health Care program has once again been recognized as a 2025 National Best Practice Agency by WellSky, earning the Home Health CAHPS Award of Distinction — a recognition the organization has maintained for more than 15 consecutive years.     Kaitlyn Seiber, PTA; Tiffany Bodeker, LPN; Allie Minton,

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SIU to host viewing party for March 3 total lunar eclipse

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Can’t sleep? Up early? You’ll be ready for the total lunar eclipse observation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale at 3:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3.     A total lunar eclipse viewing is set for March 3 at SIU Carbondale. This photo is from a total lunar eclipse in November 2021,

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French students celebrate Mardi Gras with hands-on classroom activities

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School and Ste. Genevieve Middle School French students brought the spirit of Mardi Gras into the classroom on Monday, Feb. 17, with a full-day celebration in Mme. Bre Uzzell’s classroom! Throughout the day, students learned about Mardi Gras traditions while participating in hands-on activities such as mask making and

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