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Dieterich Bank awards prizes in year-long giveaway

EFFINGHAM, Ill. — Dieterich Bank completed its year-long giveaway campaign on New Year’s Eve with the announcement of the winner of a 2021 Ford Escape! All year Dieterich Bank debit card customers have been entered to win four great prizes simply by using their Dieterich Bank debit card. The bank also collected mail-in entries.  Congratulations

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Seven Gables Inn goes ‘global’ with Marriott Hotels & Resorts

CLAYTON, Mo. — Seven Gables Inn, often referred to as a European oasis and a hidden gem in the heart of Clayton, will continue to strengthen its strong independent charm by joining the Marriott Hotels & Resorts Tribute Portfolio. Tribute Portfolio is a growing global family of characterful, independent hotels, drawn together by their striking design moments,

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First baby of 2022 arrives at Perry County Memorial Hospital

PERRYVILLE – Perry County Memorial Hospital has announced its first baby of the New Year.   Brylie Christine Agne made her appearance at 11:23 p.m. Monday, January 3rd and was delivered by Dr. Craig Frayer. She weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz. and is 19.5 inches long. Brylie is the daughter of Lauren Marie and Kevin

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Buchheit participates in Wreaths Across America

PERRYVILLE — Each year, Buchheit stores and divisions participate in Wreaths Across America. “Their mission, to Remember, Honor and Teach, is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 3,136 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad.” (Wreaths Across America) Buchheit of Jackson

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Buchheit participates in Wreaths Across America

PERRYVILLE — Each year, Buchheit stores and divisions participate in Wreaths Across America. “Their mission, to Remember, Honor and Teach, is carried out by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery as well as at more than 3,136 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. The total wreaths laid on Saturday

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District No. 139 music programs, Colonels raise $2,232.55 for CACFP

By Jim Beers, Contributing Writer    CHESTER –A standing tradition continued this holiday season as Steve and Sue Colonel and patrons of the various Chester School District No. 139 Christmas programs chipped in to raise a total of $2,232.55 for the local Chester Area Christian Food Pantry. Sue Colonel, Chester Grade School Band Director, Bob

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Summer employment available at Kaskaskia River Project

MODOC, Illinois – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Kaskaskia River Project is looking for qualified candidates to fill student vacancies for the 2022 summer recreation season. Kaskaskia River Project offers a great work experience opportunity for students pursuing a career in the field of biology, outdoor recreation, or natural resource management.   Student

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