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London-born chef, author to give keynote at Mo. Master Gardener conference

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – London-born chef-turned-gardener Mitch McCulloch will be the keynote speaker at the 2026 University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener State Conference, June 4-7 in Springfield. MU Extension horticulturist Kelly McGowan says McCulloch’s keynote address and book signing will be highlights of the conference, which is themed “Seeds to Table: Cultivating Health and Sustainability.” […]

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Smith congratulates Southeast Missouri students accepted to service academies

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eighth District Missouri Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) has congratulated students from the 8th Congressional District who accepted appointments to attend U.S. service academies.   Five students nominated by Smith received appointments:     Christopher Bell, Festus High School, will attend the U.S. Air Force Academy.     Lily Coy, Notre Dame High

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Flowering plants are a meaningful Mother’s Day choice

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Giving outdoor flowering plants for Mother’s Day provides a lasting alternative to cut flowers, allowing the gift to bloom for seasons rather than days, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.   Living gifts such as perennials, shrubs or roses represent a growing relationship, often reflecting the effort and care a

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SIU Simmons Law School commencement ceremony is May 8

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — J. Phil Gilbert, a senior judge with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois, will deliver the keynote address during commencement ceremonies for the Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School on Friday, May 8.   The ceremony at 1 p.m. in Shryock Auditorium will honor 87

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Mickey Soltys, ‘silent wizard’, receives SIU’s Civil Service Staff Excellence Award

CARBONDALE – Described by colleagues as a “silent wizard of the institution,” Mickey Soltys works quietly in the background at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, fixing problems before anyone realizes they could become problems.     Mickey Soltys (center) receives the 2026 Staff Excellence Award from Nick Wortman, assistant vice chancellor of human resources, (left) and

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Bailey Zimmerman with Chandler Walters to perform at the 2026 Missouri State Fair

SEDALIA – Missouri State Fair concert ticket presale starts at 9 am, Tuesday, May 12 through Etix.com. Public on sale starts at 9 am, Tuesday, May 19 through Etix.com. All concert seats are reserved. Convenience charges apply to all tickets. Bailey Zimmerman Hailing from Louisville, Illinois, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Bailey Zimmerman is one of country music’s brightest stars,

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From teen years to menopause: Dairy supports women’s health

ST. LOUIS – May is Women’s Health Month — a time to highlight the important role nutrition plays in supporting women at every stage of life. From the teenage years through menopause and beyond, nutrient needs shift, but one thing remains consistent: Building and maintaining strong bones, muscles and overall health require a steady foundation

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