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Church of Ste. Genevieve marks nation’s 250th with prayers

STE. GENEVIEVE – The Church of Ste. Genevieve’s parishioners conducted a service on Sunday, May 17th to pray for our Country as it celebrates its 250th anniversary. Photo by R. Mueller The service included singing of patriotic songs, saying of a rosary for protection of people in all 50 states and for government officials, reading […]

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SGHS students experience culture, art & city life during annual Chicago trip

STE. GENEVIEVE — Students from Ste. Genevieve High School recently participated in an annual educational trip to Chicago held April 17-19. French teacher Bre Uzzell and art teacher Jamie Bauman traveled with students from French III, IV and V classes, along with members of the National Art Honor Society, for a weekend focused on culture,

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New book honors late SIU alum’s legacy on Leadership Development Program

by Brooke Keltner CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Leadership Development Program (LDP) boasts a 100% graduation rate, a 96% career placement rate, and its graduates are 19% more work ready than their peers. A part of that success is thanks to the late William “Will” Bushelle, a SIU alum and U.S. Navy SEAL

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Mark Twain National Forest 2026 Flight Path

ROLLA — Mark Twain National Forest invites birders—new, veteran, and everyone in-between—to discover the Forest through this fun and educational activity this year. Beginner-friendly birdwatching opportunities abound across the forested hills, open glades, and diverse riparian areas of the Forest. National Forest System lands serve as a wonderful reminder of the bountiful nature of America;

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GFWC Woman’s Club of Ste. Genevieve congratulates student program winners

STE. GENEVIEVE – Thirteen students from Valle and Ste Genevieve High Schools gathered with their counselors to receive awards from the Woman’s Club of Ste. Genevieve at the May 11th meeting held at the VFW Hall, and catered by Rozier’s Country Mart.  The Club offers a variety of competitions each year that advance the educational

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Ticks and mosquitoes and bats, oh my!

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding Illinoisans that warmer weather means an increased potential for exposure to several illnesses that can be carried by animals or biting pests. While enjoying outdoor activities, people should take appropriate precautions to reduce their risk of contracting serious illness.   “Spring and summer provide so

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Students recognized at Ste. Genevieve Elks Student of the Month Banquet

STE. GENEVIEVE – Recently, local high school students were recognized by the annual Ste. Genevieve Elks Banquet.   These seniors included those who were selected as Elks Student of the Month during the 2025-2026 school year and those who received the Ste. Genevieve Elk’s Military Recognition for their plans to join the armed forces.  

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SGHS announces 2026 local scholarship recipients

STE. GENEVIEVE — Ste. Genevieve High School seniors were recognized for their future plans, achievements and scholarship awards during a combined Decision Day and Scholarship Day ceremony held Monday, May 4, in the Performing Arts Center.     The event brought together the senior class to celebrate the many paths students will take following graduation.

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