In a posting on social media, hospital officials stated flu cases are on the rise. They ask individuals to join them in protecting patients, staff, and visitors, as they re‑implement enhanced flu precautions. Anyone entering the hospital is asked to visit the hand and respiratory hygiene stations, to use masks and hand sanitizer, […]
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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School students participated in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) District Leadership Competition held Feb. 9 at Arcadia Valley High School. Congratulations to the following students who placed within the top five of their event! These students will move on to the State Leadership Conference in Springfield, Missouri,
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Learn all about growing industrial hemp for grain and fiber at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Industrial Hemp Farmer Informational Event. The Industrial Hemp Farmer Informational Event at SIU Feb. 25 will provide valuable information to participants at no cost. Photo provided. Industry leaders and experts will offer the latest information
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GLEN CARBON, IL – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois invites cookie lovers across the area to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, February 20–22. National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is an annual event where Girl Scouts nationwide promote their sales and flex their entrepreneurial spirit through the iconic Girl Scout Cookie Program®. Every purchase makes a difference in the lives of young entrepreneurs as
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PERRYVILLE – Eighth District Missouri Congressman Jason Smith visited the Perry County District 32 campus Tuesday afternoon during a tour of stops across southeast Missouri. Congressman Smith joined representatives from District 32, Perry County, and the City of Perryville for a tour of the Perryville High School building that was decimated by a
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Film Office and the Department of Economic Development’s Business Opportunities Division have announced that 54 productions that qualified for the state’s film incentive spent $40.7 million while filming in the Show-Me State in 2025. The Motion Media Production Tax Credit program authorized nearly $15.7 million in production incentives for 54
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CHESTER – Elizabeth Hall, Radiologic Technologist at Memorial Hospital, has officially earned her CT (Computed Tomography) certification. This accomplishment highlights her dedication to advancing her skills and providing highquality diagnostic imaging care to patients. Elizabeth has been connected to Memorial Hospital since high school, beginning with her participation in the Medical Explorers program
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BOSTON, Mass. – GasBuddy®, North America’s trusted source for fuel savings for more than 25 years, has released new analysis identifying the cheapest and most expensive days of the week to buy gasoline in all 50 states. Based on an analysis of daily statewide fuel prices over the past year, GasBuddy found that Sunday is
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale Office of Sustainability and the SIU Sustainability Council are now accepting applications for Green Fund grants. The grants, now in their 23rd round, are part of SIU’s ongoing commitment to campus sustainability. Any SIU student, faculty or staff member is welcome to submit a Green Fund Grant proposal
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — “The Power Within: Reclaim, Restore and Rise” is the theme for the 2026 Illinois ACE Women’s Network Conference at Southern Illinois University Carbondale on March 2 and registration is now underway. Women from throughout the state who are interested in education are welcome to participate in this engaging day of conversation
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