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Memorial Hospital Chester accepting applications for Explorers Program

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Memorial Hospital Chester is currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Medical Explorers Program.    This program is open to any High School Freshman through Senior and to College Students up to age 20 throughout Randolph County and the surrounding counties. Memorial Hospital in Chester is proud to offer this free program for students interested in […]

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Ranken expands aviation training to help meet growing employer demand

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By Crystal Jones The region is addressing its skilled workforce short-age through strategic investments in technical education and industry-driven training. In Perryville, workforce development has become a key driver of economic growth, with career and technical education initiatives preparing students for high-demand occupations. Ranken Technical College’s Southeast campus, located in the Perryville Industrial Park, currently

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Dr. Ally Klein Recognized as Southeast Region High School Assistant Principal of the Year

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– (Ste. Genevieve, MO) – New SGHS Principal Dr. Ally Klein was recognized as the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals (MOASSP) Southeast Region High School Assistant Principal of the Year! This will be Dr. Klein’s first year serving as principal of SGHS. She brings with her 12 years of experiences in public education. Prior

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Smith Visits Iron County to Survey Flood Damage

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IRON COUNTY, Mo. – Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) sat down with Iron County Commissioners Josh Campbell, Jim Scaggs, and Dustin Hinkle in Ironton recently for an update on the county’s recovery from recent flooding, which the National Weather Service has classified as a 1-in-1,000-year event. Congressman Smith said, “Iron County has taken a brutal hit.

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Congressman  Smith visits  Naeger Forest Products and Franke Farm

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Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) visited the Franke family farm where he met with Neil and Michelle Franke to tour their operation and hear about the regulatory and insurance challenges facing farmers who raise diverse livestock. Congressman Smith said, “Neil and Michelle have built one of the most diverse operations you’ll find in Southeast Missouri, from

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Project Pioneer families honored during Jour de Fete

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Project Pioneer wrapped up the Saturday of Jour-de-fete weekend honoring the German families of Eichenlaub, Eckenfels & the French Bono, in the upstairs meeting room of the Sainte Genevieve Museum Learning Center.  Attendance prizes were awarded. Oldest man & woman attending received a framed crest and farthest traveled received a family t-shirt. The speaker at

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One Month Away – DuQuoin IL State Fair Race Weekend

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DU QUOIN, Ill. – One of the Midwest’s most anticipated dirt track racing traditions is just one month away as the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Magic Mile prepares to host an exciting Labor Day weekend doubleheader on Saturday and Sunday, September 5-6. The two-day racing spectacular will feature the stars of the USAC Silver Crown

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SEMO Food Bank’s summer Meals for Kids campaign surpasses goal

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Sikeston, MO (Aug. 5, 2026) – Thanks to the generosity of individuals, businesses and communitypartners across Southeast Missouri, Southeast Missouri Food Bank’s Summer Meals for KidsCampaign exceeded its goal, raising more than $80,000 to help provide more than 320,000 meals forchildren and families during the summer months.By the end of the campaign, community support had

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