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Area high school choral students to join SIU Concert Choir for Oct. 8 world premiere

by Maxbiya English CARBONDALE, Ill. — Approximately 130 high school choral students from across Southern Illinois will join the Southern Illinois University Concert Choir Oct. 8 for the world premiere of a new work by Grammy-nominated pianist and producer Keith Javors.  Emerson Eads, SIU School of Music director of choral studies, rehearses with SIU Concert […]

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SGHS French Honor Society Welcomes Six New Members

Ste. Genevieve High School welcomed six new members into the Société Honoraire de Français (French Honor Society) during its 2026-2027 induction ceremony, led by French teacher Mme. Bre Uzzell. Now in its second year at SGHS, the French Honor Society recognizes students who have demonstrated high standards of scholarship in their French studies and overall

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Farm to School Month sheds light on delicious dairy drink: Milk!

As students hurry through the breakfast and lunch line in school cafeterias, plates are filled with whole grains, protein foods, fruits and vegetables, all of which provide nutrients that children need every day. While children have the option to choose the specific foods being placed on their plates, one constant is served with every meal:

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SIU School of Theater and Dance season highlights ‘American Stories’

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — The 2026-27 production season for Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s School of Theater and Dance presents a season of powerful stories, unforgettable music and bold movement. Matthew C. Williams, right, an assistant professor of performance and movement at SIU Carbondale, works with cast members of the upcoming performance “Come From

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Beyond Ready: Missouri celebrates National 4-H Week

COLUMBIA, Mo. –Missouri is celebrating National 4-H Week, Oct. 4-10, 2026, with a proclamation from Gov. Mike Kehoe recognizing the week and the contributions of 4-H youths, volunteers and families across the state. From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to robotics labs, Missouri 4-H youth are proving they are not just ready for the future

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Red Cross offers ways to help keep loved ones safe and reduce your risk of a home fire

[MISSOURI, OCT. 5, 2026] — During Fire Prevention Week ─ October 4-10 ─ the American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas offers steps you can take to help prevent a fire in your home and keep your loved ones safe.   Across the country, the Red Cross responds to more than 60,000 disasters a year

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Wrapped in Hope Seeks to Make Christmas Brighter for Southeast Missouri Children and Families

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — While many families have access to Christmas assistance programs, others may not qualify or may simply fall through the gaps. This holiday season, the Community Counseling Center Foundation is working to ensure children receiving behavioral health services through Community Counseling Center, along with their siblings, experience the joy of Christmas through

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