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University of Missouri opens addition to MU Research Reactor facility

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By Uriah Orland COLUMBIA – The University of Missouri hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony today for a 47,000-square-foot addition to the University of Missouri Research Reactor (MURR) facility. Dubbed “MURR West,” the $20 million, three-story addition to the existing MURR North Building represents not only an investment in the physical infrastructure but also in the future […]

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Silver Dagger Players to present ‘Seussical’ April 10-12  

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PERRYVILLE – The Perryville High School Silver Dagger Players will present “Seussical” at the Perry Park Center Theater, at 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12. “Seussical” is a musical comedy based on the works of Dr. Seuss, featuring beloved characters like Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and Gertrude McFuzz, with music by Stephen Flaherty

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MASA names R-II Superintendent Dr. Paul Taylor ‘Southeast District’s Emerging Superintendent’

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve County R-II School Superintendent Dr. Paul Taylor has been named “an emerging superintendent” by the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA). Dr. Taylor was nominated for the honor by his colleagues in the Southeast MASA District. He was honored during the awards banquet at the MASA Spring Conference last month.

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Join the fun at SIU’s 50th Great Cardboard Boat Regatta

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Which of the unique and unlikely watercraft will cross the finish line first at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Campus Lake on April 26?     (First and third photos) Students show off their ingenuity in 2024 as they set off on the racecourse. (Second photo) A 1989 team chooses

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April is Innovation and Technology Month

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SPRINGFIELD –Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed the month of April as Innovation and Technology Month in Illinois, underscoring the significance of IT and the dedicated efforts to establish the state as a thriving innovation and technology hub, delivering statewide services to agencies, boards, commissions, and residents.   “Illinois has long been a leader in

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Restorations planned and in progress at Memorial Cemetery

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From a news release STE. GENEVIEVE – It is no surprise to find the oldest cemetery in Missouri in Ste. Genevieve, the oldest permanent European settlement west of the Mississippi River in what is now Missouri. Flooding of the Mississippi caused a gradual relocation from the original town site on the Mississippi to the present

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Mizzou alumnus’ bakery named a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist

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By Eric Stann COLUMBIA – Often known as the “Oscars” of the food industry, the James Beard Awards honor the best and brightest of the culinary world. This year, Nathaniel Reid Bakery, founded by Nathaniel Reid, BS ’03, was named a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Bakery.  Reid is originally from Farmington, Missouri.  

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Christ Our Savior FFA competes in Dairy Judging

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EVANSVILLE, Ill. – The Christ Our Savior FFA recently competed in Dairy Judging at the Bond County Fairgrounds.   Members judged five different classes of cows based on their ability to produce dairy.    Congratulations to Charlie Ralphs on placing 9th overall!     Members who  participated are: (Starting on the left) Brianna Brake, Lacee Liefer,

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SGHS wrestler Jacob Schweigert named Honorary Mayor of Ste. Genevieve

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STE. GENEVIEVE –  At the recent Wrestling Sports Banquet and Awards Ceremony, Ste. Genevieve Mayor Brian Keim made a surprise appearance to recognize senior Jacob Schweigert with one of the city’s highest honors—naming him Honorary Mayor of Ste. Genevieve and presenting him with a Key to the City. Jacob Schweigert, seen above with Head Wrestling

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