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Memorial Hospital Auxiliary donates funds for new patient care equipment

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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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MDC reminds snaggers paddlefish season begins March 15

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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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SEMO Food Bank aims to fill 100 percent of volunteer shifts during Volunteer Appreciation Month

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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

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Pollinators: Patience pays off

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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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Springtime is fishing time: Get your Illinois 2026 fishing license now

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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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Memorial Hospital hosts ‘Living Our Best Life-Go Red for Women event’

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CHESTER – Memorial Hospital hosted its annual Living Our Best Life: Go Red for Women 2026 event on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the Chester Country Club, bringing together 98 women for an evening focused on heart health, education, and community connection. The event aligns with American Heart Month and the American Heart Association’s Go

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Kyrah Kreitler named SGHS March Rotary Student of the Month

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Kyrah Kreitler is the Ste. Genevieve High School Rotary Student of the Month for March.     Kyrah is the daughter of Mary Kay and Dennis Kreitler.   Kyrah’s scholastic honors include ranking 15th in her graduating class, placing in the top 20 percent of her class, and being named to the

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