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Branson to Attend 86th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 

BRANSON, Mo. (Aug. 3, 2026) — Explore Branson will attend Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota from Aug. 7-12. From exciting giveaways to daily free ice cream, the Explore Branson team is bringing attention to the beauty and fun of Branson to attendees who visit their booth. With the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) Rally

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Missouri ranks the fifth most dangerous state to drive in the U.S

Missouri ranks the fifth most dangerous state to drive in the U.S., scoring 62.66 out of 100 on the Driving Danger Index.   The ranking is based on average annual fatal crashes from 2020–2024 weighted against bridge and road condition data, according to an analysis of NHTSA crash data and ASCE infrastructure report card data.  

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MoDOT is hiring service-oriented individuals to join winter maintenance crews

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Transportation is currently hiring maintenance personnel for winter operations, with opportunities for year-round employment including mowing, striping and other maintenance functions. There are hundreds of full-time maintenance and emergency maintenance equipment operator positions currently available across the state.   “Missouri travelers depend on us throughout the year to maintain our

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Chester’s Fall Festival Celebrates America

CHESTER, IL — August 3, 2026 — Chester’s annual Fall Festival returns to Cole Memorial Park from October 15–18, 2026, featuring a weekend of community celebration, live music, and family entertainment. This year’s festival theme proudly celebrates America and debuts two major highlights: the “Tailgate Territory” sports streaming zone and a powerful “Legacy Lawn” military

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Join MDC and NDA Aug. 25 for free webinar on wildlife food plots

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the National Deer Association (NDA) invite landowners and others interested in managing deer on their properties to join them online for a free webinar on the fundamentals of establishing and managing effective food plots for deer and other wildlife in Missouri, and how hunters and

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Bellies, Babies & Beyond

Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) and the Perry County Health Department are hosting “Bellies, Babies & Beyond” from 11 a.m. to @ p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, at Perry Park Center in Perryville. The free event will connect expecting parents, new mothers and young families with local resources and support.

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