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Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois receives $95,000 grant from Edwardsville Community Foundation    

GLEN CARBON, Ill. – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSofSI) is pleased to be the recipient of a generous $95,000 grant from Edwardsville Community Foundation (ECF). This grant will enhance the organization’s property, Camp Torqua, by providing a second storm shelter on the 70-plus acre property.     Girl Scouts not only enjoy Camp Torqua […]

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Fall Events at the National Shrine of the Miraculous Medal

PERRYVILLE – You and your loved ones are invited to the following upcoming events at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville, Missouri: Rosary for Life: Saturday, October 4, at 9:30 a.m. We will pray the Rosary for the preservation of life at the Miraculous Medal Moments area behind the

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One-pot fall meals bring comfort, flavor and dairy to the table

ST. LOUIS – As cooler weather sets in and busy fall schedules take over, families are turning to one-pot meals for quick, comforting dinners. These dishes offer the perfect balance of flavor, nutrition and convenience — and dairy products play a starring role. “One-pot meals are ideal for busy families because they save time in

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One Day. One Mission. A World Without Violence. General Federation Of Womens Clubs (GFWC) International Day Of Service

STE. GENEVIEVE – On September 27, 2025, GFWC members around the world united with one clear mission: to bring awareness and eradicate domestic and sexual violence. The GFWC International Day of Service (GFWC IDS) went beyond raising awareness; it reflected our steadfast commitment to meaningful action. By embracing the principles of Educate, Engage, and Empower,

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Jim Baker – local historian honored

STE. GENEVIEVE – At a dinner following the joint Ste. Genevieve History Conference on Sept. 27th, the Center for French Colonial Studies paid tribute to Margaret Kimball Brown, who had died April 10, 2024. Margaret was a noted archaeologist, writer, and presenter whose research made significant contributions to the history of the mid-Mississippi Valley. She

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MoDOT streamlines hay movement for drought relief to Missouri farmers and ranchers

JEFFERSON CITY – In response to Gov. Mike Kehoe’s declaration of a drought alert in all or portions of Missouri’s 85 counties and the City of St. Louis, the Missouri Department of Transportation is offering a special overwidth hauling permit at no charge to help farmers and ranchers move hay as needed. Loads must be of legal

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Fire Prevention Week 2025 focuses on safe use of battery-powered devices and understanding fire risks related to tech devices

JEFFERSON CITY – Americans increasingly rely on smartphones, tablets, headphones, power tools, toys and other devices powered by lithium-ion batteries that if used incorrectly or damaged, can overheat, start a fire or explode. National Fire Prevention Week 2025 – Oct. 5 to 11 – focuses on understanding the risks these devices may pose and how

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Enjoy great music and more at SIU’s Little Grassy Get Down Oct. 10-12

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Little Grassy Get Down, a popular premier, family-friendly music festival, returns to Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center Oct. 10-12, and tickets are available now.     Great music abounds at the Little Grassy Get Down. (SIU Carbondale photo)   The weekend features an impressive lineup of live

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Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital donation helps new fire district get connected

STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo.  – Good timing made all the difference for the Ste. Genevieve County Fire Protection District. Just as the new district was getting off the ground, Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) stepped up with a donation of computers and laptops to help them get started.     Fire Chief Tim Flieg had

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River Region members of the Church of of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints join in mourning the passing of Church Prophet Russell M. Nelson

Editor’s note: The Cape Girardeau Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints encompasses the River Region counties of Perry and Ste. Genevieve, Mo. and Randolph County, Ill., among others in Southern Illinois and Southeast Missouri.   CAPE GIRARDEAU – The president of the Cape Girardeau Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ

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