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United for Childcare Resource Center Receives Community and Federal Support

Cape Girardeau… United Way of Southeast Missouri’s United for Childcare ResourceCenter is strengthening its support for Southeast Missouri families and childcare providersthrough a renewed AmeriCorps Operational Grant and new donations from local corporatepartners. The resources will help the center connect families with reliable childcare,strengthen the childcare provider network, and address barriers that can keep parentsfrom […]

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Zanders Sporting Goods donates to Randolph County sheriff’s Office

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to Stefanie Zanders with Zanders Sporting Goods, for their generous donation to the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office! Zanders Sporting Goods donated three patrol rifles, along with ammunition that will be issued to our patrol deputies. This donation will directly help equip our deputies with the tools and

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Perry County Creative Arts is currently taking art submissions for our Rotating Art Gallery

Perry County Creative Arts  will be taking art submissions for its Rotating Art Gallery until August 29th. We are taking up to 2 art submissions per person. You can submit more than 2 pieces but up to 2 per person have a chance of being approved. Approval is based on the total number of submissions

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Storm Recovery Progressing at District 32

The Perry County School District 32 campus is preparing for an eventful 2026-27 school year with several key tornado recovery projects kicking off alongside the start of fall classes. PHS Demolition Wrapping Up — Construction to Start in Fall Contractors from Marschel Wrecking continue to make progress on the demolition of the former Perryville High

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Newscasts return to KSGM Radio

Donze Communications welcomes news director Matt Meacham. Following the retirement of longtime newsman Don Pritchard, Meacham will begin producing newscasts for KSGM AM 980 on Tuesday, Aug. 25 at 6:00 am. 9:00 am and Noon. “I’ve got big shoes to fill,” said Meacham. “More than just a voice on the radio, Don became a trusted

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Alliums have some of the most striking flowers around the globe

COLUMBIA, Mo. — When contemplating which spring-flowering bulbs to plant this fall, few gardeners will consider alliums. “This is unfortunate, since ornamental alliums produce striking, globe-shaped purple flowers that float like vibrant spheres on green flower stalks,” said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Allium is a genus of more than 700 species in

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Fly with the Hive Festival Returns to Historic Ste. Genevieve

STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. — Brix Urban Winery and Market invites the community to celebrate the second annual Fly with the Hive Festival on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in historic downtown Ste. Genevieve. The family-friendly festival will bring Merchant Street and part of Second Street to life with a wide variety

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Southeast Missouri Food Bank receives $10,000 grant from First State Community Ban

SIKESTON, MO (Aug. 20, 2026) — Southeast Missouri Food Bank today announced $10,000has been awarded from First State Community Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of DesMoines (FHLB Des Moines or Bank). The funding was made possible through the MemberImpact Fund, a matching grant program designed to amplify the community engagement ofFHLB Des Moines

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The Tooth Fairy is winning the bedtime battle—one lost tooth at a time

In celebration of National Tooth Fairy Day on August 22, Delta Dental released additional findings from its 2026 Original Tooth Fairy Poll®, revealing growing anticipation and curiosity among children as they await a visit from the Tooth Fairy.   One-third of children (33%) go to bed early when expecting a visit from the Tooth Fairy,

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