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Missouri Farmers Care Opens Applications for Drive to Feed Kids Grants

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Farmers Care Foundation (MFCF) is now accepting applications for the 2027 Drive to Feed Kids Grant program. The grants provide funding for local projects aimed at reducing food insecurity and helping Missouri families facing hunger. The matching grant program supports FFA chapters, 4-H clubs, career and technical education (CTE) […]

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SIU professor: Diesel fuel, heating oil prices could continue climb without geopolitical changes

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — While gasoline prices might experience the seasonal fall drop, the prices paid at the pump for diesel fuel and home heating oil could continue to climb if there are no geopolitical changes, said Gregory D. DeYong, an associate professor of operations management in SIU Carbondale’s College of Business and

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Pansies bring bright colors to fall

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A ‘flower for all seasons.’ Source: David Trinklein, 573-882-9631 COLUMBIA, Mo.—As you read this article, somewhere in North America pansies are blooming prolifically in a garden, much to the enjoyment of those observing them, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. That’s true no matter when you are reading this: This delightful garden plant

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Treasurer Vivek Malek makes over $510 Million in Investment Earnings on State Portfolio in FY26

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri State Treasurer’s Office under the leadership of Treasurer Malek made $510,565,063.61 in investment earnings in Fiscal Year 2026. As the state’s Chief Banking and Investment Officer, Treasurer Malek is responsible for investing funds in the state treasury. “Missouri taxpayers deserve to know that state funds are being wisely managed,” said Treasurer

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Missouri Department of Agriculture Awards Funding for Spay and Neuter Programs

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Department awards $26,000 in funding.   (JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) – Today, the Missouri Department of Agriculture Animal Care Facilities Act (ACFA) Program announces recipients of spay and neuter grants. Grant funds are awarded to eligible organizations that provide low-cost spaying and/or neutering of dogs and cats for individuals who could not normally afford the services.

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SIU Carbondale enters FY27 with a balanced budget, employee raises and deficit elimination

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CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale Chancellor Austin A. Lane’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget — which reflects a balanced state budget, the complete repayment of its historic $80 million cash deficit, and faculty and staff raises — was unanimously approved by the SIU Board of Trustees on Sept. 17. Through disciplined financial management

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Valle names Mark Benson as Grand marshal of ’26 Homecoming Parade

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Valle Catholic High School is proud to announce Mark Benson as the Grand Marshal of Valle Catholic’s 2026 Homecoming Parade. Mark served as the head football coach at Valle from 1978-1983, leading the team to back-to-back Class 2 State Championships in 1981 and 1982. He was also named Class 2 Missouri State Football Coach of

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Andrew Wilber, Ph.D., honored as SIU’s 2026 Inventor of the Year

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CARBONDALE, Ill. — About 100,000 Americans live with sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder that can cause sudden episodes of severe pain when misshapen blood cells obstruct the flow of blood and oxygen through the body. For some patients, these painful crises recur throughout their lives and require hospital care. Andrew Wilber, Ph.D., is

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900+ area high school students to attend SIU Day and explore campus programs

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by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — More than 900 students from 24 area high schools will get a taste of Saluki life on SIU Day at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. They’ll get to meet faculty and staff, and find out about resources and academic programs, giving them a chance to imagine their potential future at

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