State of the art facility is fully staffed and programming is up-and-running! By Rachel Marshall, principal and Dr. Jim Beers, reporter CHESTER, Ill. — The Chester Early Childhood Center proudly opened its doors to students for the first time on August 26, 2025, marking a significant milestone for early education in Randolph County. After […]
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STE. GENEVIEVE – On September 27, 2025, GFWC members around the world will unite with one clear mission: to eradicate domestic and sexual violence. The GFWC International Day of Service (GFWC IDS) goes beyond raising awareness; it reflects our steadfast commitment to meaningful action. By embracing the principles of Educate, Engage, and Empower, clubs can
STE GENEVIEVE — Ste. Genevieve’s 4th Friday Art Walk will take place from 6-9 p.m. tonight, with eight galleries open for the event. On the Courthouse Square the Sainte Genevieve Art Guild will have a special “sneak peek” viewing of a new piece of art from the upcoming Promenade des Arts exhibit titled “Three
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****UPDATE ***** The Perryville Police Department has a suspect in custody. Another press report will be released upon receipt of a warrant. PERRYVILLE — Police in Perryville are investigating the report of an armed robbery Thursday morning. The call came in at approximately 5:45 a.m., and officers were detailed to the QuickStop convenience store 1236
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STE. GENEVIEVE – Jesse and Chrissy Gegg and family of Ste. Genevieve were among the Missouri families honored at the 68th annual Missouri Farm Family Day on August 11 during the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. Kenzie Gegg Gegg Family Front Row, from left): Bailey Schneider, 2025 Missouri State Fair Queen;
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David H Friess, Illinois State Representative, District 115 Happy Fall! Veto Session is coming up next month, and I’m looking forward to getting back to the Capitol, though not to watch Democrats introduce more bad bills, and raise taxes. My focus remains on fighting for Southern Illinois values and keeping you informed about the issues
CARBONDALE — Geology Professor Ken B. Anderson, director of the SIU Advanced Energy Institute (AEI) in Carbondale, was honored September 18, 2025, with the Southern Illinois University System Inventor of the Year Award. Anderson The award honors an exemplary faculty member who has shown an ability to innovate at the highest level,
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ST.LOUIS — Producers Kevin McCollum and Kurt Deutsch, along with The Fabulous Fox, are thrilled to announce casting for the North American tour of THE NOTEBOOK, a new musical based on the best-selling novel that inspired the iconic film. As part of the 2025-2026 Broadway Season, THE NOTEBOOKwill play at The Fabulous Fox November 4-16 and audiences
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JEFFERSON CITY – Join the team at Mastodon State Historic Site as they host a family-friendly open house to explore the Rock Creek watershed. From 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, guests can learn how the watershed impacts their homes and community, and discover ways to protect it. The “Living with Water – Learn
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PCSD32 PERRYVILLE – Longtime District 32 teacher and administrator Jeff Steffens has been selected as the 2025 Perryville High School Homecoming Parade Grand Marshall. PHS’s 70th Homecoming celebration is set for Saturday, Oct. 25. Mr. Steffens will lead the parade from Perryville City Park beginning at 10 a.m. Festivities will continue at 11
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