University of Missouri Extension MONTGOMERY CITY, Mo. – Rusty Lee, a University of Missouri Extension agricultural systems technology specialist, used artificial intelligence and drone technology last season to diagnose irregular corn stands. Rusty Lee, MU Extension field specialist in agricultural systems technology, used AI and drone technology last season to diagnose irregular corn stands […]
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Three action-packed days are planned for young and old alike! By Jim Beers CHESTER – Tomorrow is the first day of May 2026 and that means it is nearly time for the Annual Eaglefest in Chester. This year’s event is scheduled to take place Thursday, Friday, and Saturday May 7,8, and 9, on the grounds
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Supreme Court of Missouri’s civic education committee has published Kids in Missouri Courts, a new activity and coloring book designed to help children learn about and become more comfortable with our state courts. “Missouri’s courthouses are open and inviting to all, but going to court can be intimidating
From a SGFD official statement STE. GENEVIEVE – At approximately 5:39 p.m. Sunday, April 26, the Ste Genevieve Fire District was dispatched to a vehicle fire near the intersection of St Marys Road and South Main Street. There was a large dark column of smoke visible from the station as the first trucks responded.
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by Brooke Keltner CARBONDALE, Ill. — A quick stop for an iced coffee and a breakfast sandwich on the morning commute, grabbing cutlery from the breakroom during lunch, or picking up a soda to wash down dinner. Our mostly thoughtless consumption of single-use plastic is a growing problem, inundating landfills and potentially harming our bodies.
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CHESTER – Memorial Hospital’s Cardiac Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center has enhanced patient care with the addition of a SciFit Pro2 Total Body Exerciser, donated by the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Installed on March 26, the equipment is already being used in rehabilitation programs. The SciFit Pro2 is a versatile exercise system for cardiac and pulmonary
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Goldfish are a familiar fixture in homes, classrooms and backyard ponds around the world. But when they are released into lakes and ponds, they can quickly turn healthy freshwater ecosystems into environments that struggle to support native life, new research shows. The study, led by researchers at the University of Missouri and
CARBONDALE – Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s School of Automotive, but a true value for Cay Gerlock is helping students and the community wherever she is needed. Cay Gerlock (center) receives the 2026 Excellence Award for Civil Service staff from Christopher Mullins, associate dean for academic and student affairs, College of Health and Human Sciences (left) and
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), and the Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation (MCHF) invite both new and experienced birders to join the 2026 Missouri Birding Challenge (MBC) May 1-22! Register by April 30. MBC participants will compete alone or on teams in five categories based on
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PERRYVILLE – From May 6–9, Perryville comes alive with four days of family fun, community celebration, and classic festival favorites. Enjoy a carnival full of rides and games, explore a craft fair featuring local makers, grab delicious eats from food vendors, and catch live music throughout the event. Mayfest is a longtime Perryville
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