By Jim Beers KASKASKIA, Illinois – The 2026 “Let Freedom Ring” Patriotic Ceremony took place Saturday July 4th at the Kaskaskia Island Immaculate Conception Church. Dangerously high and humid temperatures forced the event to be moved inside the church where air conditioning saved the day. As it turned out the heat wasn’t the only culprit […]
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SEDALIA – The 2026 Missouri State Fair will include Military Flag Retreat Ceremony each day of the fair. It is a cherished daily tradition that honors the men and women who have served, and continue to serve, our nation. As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with our “Show-Me Stars and Stripes” theme, we are
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BOSTON, Mass. – Average gasoline prices in Missouri have fallen 6.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.45/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 42.3 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 59.4 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance (DCI) urges consumers to take simple steps to protect their vehicles from theft and understand their insurance coverage during Vehicle Theft Prevention Month. DCI joins the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in raising awareness about ways drivers can reduce their risk of an unexpected
Sainte Genevieve Museum Learning Center Speaker SeriesChester Bridge part TwoTuesday, July 7th @6:30PMThe Orris TheatrePresenter- David Dukephoto by Charlie BargmanOne of the largest infrastructure projects in our region is nearly complete. Construction of the new Don Welge Memorial Bridge, replacing the aging Chester Bridge over the Mississippi River, began in September 2023—and now the long-awaited
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CARBONDALE, Ill. — A Red Bud, Illinois resident is one of five persons the SIU Alumni Association has selected to join the organization’s board of directors and serve a two-year term beginning July 1. Jonathan A. Tallman graduated from SIU-C in 1998. He is currently the superintendent of Red Bud Community Unit School
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STE. GENEVIEVE – The schedule of events for the 2026 Ste. Genevieve County Fair has been announced. Tuesday, July 7, 2026 4-H Exhibits go to Youth building at Fairgrounds 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 8 Pageant Girls’ Night Out 8 p.m. Thursday, July 9 Annual 4-H Chicken Fry Dinner at
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PERRYVILLE – Citizens Electric is proud to sponsor local students Janie Porter and Paisley Eyler as participants in the Youth Tour, an educational leadership program that allows high school students to experience the nation’s capital while learning about American history, government, and civic engagement. During their time in Washington, D.C., Janie and Paisley
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PERRYVILLE – A Catholic ministry rooted in rural Southeast Missouri is receiving national attention for work that is changing lives far beyond the confines of its 50-acre campus in Perryville. The Association of the Miraculous Medal (AMM) has been named Nonprofit of the Year by the Nonprofit Alliance Christian Development Council, a national organization that
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On Wednesday, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that 350 Missouri counties, cities, towns, and a school district have received the Missouri Blue Shield designation in the program’s second year, marking a 74 percent increase in participation since its launch in 2025. The Missouri Blue Shield Program recognizes communities for their
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