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DHSS rolls out Verified Dispensary initiative

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), Division of Cannabis Regulation, is implementing a new initiative designed to help cannabis patients and consumers identify licensed dispensaries and cannabis products regulated by DHSS. The Verified Dispensary: We’re on the List initiative provides tools to support informed purchasing decisions, including a […]

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BoatUS Foundation accepting applications for new life jacket loaner pilot program  

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SPRINGFIELD, Va. – The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water announced that it is now accepting applications for new pilot program for their Life Jacket Loaner Program.     The pilot will introduce digital check out technology to make borrowing life jackets for a day or weekend easier and more accessible for boaters. Organizations such as parks, marinas, campgrounds, fire departments, fuel docks, and waterfront businesses are encouraged to

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‘Metamorphoses’ hits SIU’s Moe theater stage Feb. 25-March 1

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — A series of Greek myths adapted from a poem by the ancient Roman poet Ovid transforms into modern-day life when “Metamorphoses” comes to Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Christian Moe Laboratory Theater, Feb. 25-March 1.     Saina Seraj (in photo), a third-year Master of Fine Arts student in theater

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Memorial Hospital in Chester issues a ‘Flu Advisory’

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In a posting on social media, hospital officials stated flu cases are on the rise.    They ask individuals to join them in protecting patients, staff, and visitors, as they re‑implement enhanced flu precautions.   Anyone entering the hospital is asked to visit the hand and respiratory hygiene stations, to use masks and hand sanitizer,

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FBLA students successful at District Leadership Competition and advance to state

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School students participated in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) District Leadership Competition held Feb. 9 at Arcadia Valley High School. Congratulations to the following students who placed within the top five of their event! These students will move on to the State Leadership Conference in Springfield, Missouri,

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Explore the industrial hemp growing industry at Feb. 25 SIU event

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Learn all about growing industrial hemp for grain and fiber at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Industrial Hemp Farmer Informational Event. The Industrial Hemp Farmer Informational Event at SIU Feb. 25 will provide valuable information to participants at no cost. Photo provided. Industry leaders and experts will offer the latest information

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This is National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend in Southern Illinois

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GLEN CARBON, IL – Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois invites cookie lovers across the area to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, February 20–22.     National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is an annual event where Girl Scouts nationwide promote their sales and flex their entrepreneurial spirit through the iconic Girl Scout Cookie Program®.   Every purchase makes a difference in the lives of young entrepreneurs as

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Eighth District Congressman Jason Smith visits PCSD 32

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PERRYVILLE – Eighth District Missouri Congressman Jason Smith visited the Perry County District 32 campus Tuesday afternoon during a tour of stops across southeast Missouri.     Congressman Smith joined representatives from District 32, Perry County, and the City of Perryville for a tour of the Perryville High School building that was decimated by a

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Made-in-Missouri film and TV productions spent $40.7 million in 2025

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri Film Office and the Department of Economic Development’s Business Opportunities Division have announced that 54 productions that qualified for the state’s film incentive spent $40.7 million while filming in the Show-Me State in 2025. The Motion Media Production Tax Credit program authorized nearly $15.7 million in production incentives for 54

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Elizabeth Hall achieves CT Certification at Memorial Hospital

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CHESTER – Elizabeth Hall, Radiologic Technologist at Memorial Hospital, has officially earned her CT (Computed Tomography) certification. This accomplishment highlights her dedication to advancing her skills and providing highquality diagnostic imaging care to patients.     Elizabeth has been connected to Memorial Hospital since high school, beginning with her participation in the Medical Explorers program

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