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Countdown to beautiful spring flowers begins now

COLUMBIA, Mo. – If you think autumn is the time to put away your gardening tools for the year, think again. It’s bulb-planting time. “Daffodils, tulips and hyacinths won’t greet you in the spring if they’re not planted in the fall,” said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. “The bulbs of spring-blooming plants should […]

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Valle Catholic Students Explore Skilled Trades at Build My Future Event

Fifteen freshman and sophomore boys from Valle Catholic High School recently attended the Build My Future event at Southeast Missouri State University, where they explored career opportunities in the skilled trades. The event gave students a hands-on look at various trades and career paths, helping them learn more about the opportunities available after high school.

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Premium Auto Body to expand in Jackson, creating at least 5 new jobs

Jackson, Mo.— Premium Auto Body, a full-service collision repair business, announced today that it will expand its operations in Jackson, creating at least five new jobs. As part of this expansion, a formally vacant property in Jackson will be revitalized with major renovations and modernization updates to support the company’s growth, improving efficiency and product

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Rainfall after drought can lead to prussic poisoning in livestock

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Recent rains may have brought relief to drought-stricken pastures, but livestock producers should remain alert for signs of prussic poisoning in cattle and horses, says Tim Evans, University of Missouri Extension state specialist in animal health and veterinary toxicology. Rainfall after drought can trigger new growth in Johnsongrass and other sorghum species.

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Illinois State Police Promotes Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month

SPRINGFIELD – As one of the lead investigators of child deaths, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is recognizing October as Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month. Tragically, sleep suffocation is the leading cause of reported child deaths in Illinois and hundreds of infants die each year because they are placed in unsafe sleeping environments. Sudden Unexpected

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A Night of Community and Giving Back!

It was an exciting evening under the Friday night lights as Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) Board Chair, Rod Scherer proudly presented donation checks to Ste. Genevieve High School and Valle Catholic High School during the much-anticipated Valle vs. Ste. Gen football game! Accepting the check for each school included Fr. Thomas Keller, President,

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A milestone win on Homecoming night at Valle Catholic!

Valle’s Homecoming game marked Head Football Coach Judd Naeger’s 250th career win. What an incredible achievement to celebrate with the Valle Catholic community after the game! For the past 23 years, Coach Naeger has led the Valle football program with tremendous dedication, consistency, and heart. With six State Championships and a career winning percentage that

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Perry County School District board news

The open session (October 14) was called to order at 7:00 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance was recited.The board approved the consent agenda items which consisted of:● September 9, 2026 work & regular open session minutes● September 15, 2026 Work Session Minutes● September warrantsRecognition – Abygail Amberger American Legion Poppy Poster ContestThe board approved

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Chester City Council and Cemetery and Finance Committee to meet Oct. 19

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA October 19, 2026 CALL TO ORDER   ROLL CALL   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE   READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING    CORRESPONDENCE   REPORTS Mayor City Treasurer City Clerk Approve raffle licenses –     Approve Business Licenses and/or Incentive Applications –     Approve Excavation permits City Attorney City Engineer   COMMITTEE REPORTS Finance Committee

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Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District to meet Oct. 19

Regular Board Meeting AgendaPlace: Ste. Genevieve County Ambulance District House 13 Basler Dr, Ste. Genevieve, MO 63670October 19, 2026Call to Order:Roll Call of Board:Recognize Visitors for Public Comment:Employees to Address the Board:Approval of Previous Minutes: 9/21 Regular, 9/21 Closed,10/5 Budget, 10/12 ClosedTreasurer’s Report:Director’s Report: Dawn Sevier, Interim Administrator• Staff Update• Vehicles• Call Volume• Building Updates•

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