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Smith co-sponsors National FFA Week resolution, celebrates Future Farmers in Southeast Missouri

SALEM, Mo. – Eighth District Missouri Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) is once again co-sponsoring the bipartisan National FFA Week Resolution alongside FFA Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and Tracey Mann (KS-01). This resolution recognizes the vital role the Future Farmers of America (FFA) plays in preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders and strengthening rural […]

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Governor Kehoe, Missouri FFA members celebrate National FFA Week at State Capitol

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Last week, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe proclaimed February 21-28, 2026, as National FFA Week in Missouri, honoring the more than 27,000 Missouri FFA members who represent the future of the state’s top economic driver.     Governor Kehoe, accompanied by Missouri FFA President Ivy Elwell, kicked off the day by driving a

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FUMC women create quilt blankets for a needy cause

CHESTER – Each year the women of the First United Methodist Church create tied fleece quilt blankets to donate to a needy cause.   This year the UMW tied eight blankets that will be donated to Chaddock in Quincy, Illinois.   Chaddock is a Methodist-based agency focusing on providing services to Children. Pastor Shawna Bennell,

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Museum Learning Center unveils bi-centennial exhibit.

The Sainte Genevieve Museum Learning Center held a ribbon cutting for its bi-centennial celebration (1935) exhibit. Carolyn Bach and Tom Greminger rounded up the archives from the event and Fred Darrough completed the exhibit. During the ribbon cutting, Robert Wolk, museum president, said the 300th anniversary is a short nine years away and it’s planning

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Wine Trail celebrates Missouri food and farmers

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.–Food and wine lovers from across Missouri will have the opportunity to learn more about today’s agriculture during The Farmers’ Table Wine Trail April 11 in Hermann, Mo. The event is made possible through a unique partnership between Missouri CommonGround, the Hermann Wine Trail, participating wineries, and the Missouri Wine and Grape Board.   Showcasing

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Missouri Job Openings and Labor Turnover – December 2025

KANSAS CITY – The Mountain-Plains Information Office of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics today released Missouri Job Openings and Labor Turnover – December 2025.   Acting Regional Commissioner Jerome Watters noted these Missouri highlights:   Missouri had 136,000 job openings in December, compared to 137,000 job openings in November. The job openings rate for Missouri

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Learn about fish cleaning with MDC virtual series starting Mar. 4

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The public is invited to learn about or brush up on their fish cleaning skills with a virtual series in March. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will host four virtual programs focused on Pond to Plate and fish cleaning March 4, 11, 18 and 26. Details for the Pond to Plate series include: Learn

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Valerie Hotop, FNP-BC joins Saint Francis Pain Management Center

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to welcome Valerie Hotop, FNP-BC to Pain Management Center. Valerie graduated from Maryville University, St. Louis, MO in 2025. She is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.     The Pain Management Center at Saint Francis Medical Center helps people suffering from acute

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SIU’s Dental Hygiene Program hosts inaugural white coat ceremony

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Dental Hygiene Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently launched a symbolic new tradition by hosting its inaugural white coat ceremony.     The SIU dental hygiene program class of 2026 was among the participants in the program’s inaugural white coat ceremony. Photo provided.   “The ceremony represents far more than

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SGCMH prepares for 27th Annual Women’s Health Fair – SupHER Heroes, Your Health is Your Greatest Power!

STE. GENEVIEVE, MO. – Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is gearing up for its 27th annual Women’s Health Fair scheduled for Saturday, February 28, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme for this year’s event is “SupHER Heroes, Your Health is Your Greatest Power!”     Ladies unlock your ultimate super power, come take

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