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Missouri School Districts Raise Concerns Over State Funding

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Attached is a joint letter from members of the Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA) regarding recent state funding decisions and the potential impact on public school districts across Missouri. Locally, Ste. Genevieve County R-II could face an estimated $838,000 reduction in state funding if funding for Missouri public schools is not restored. The attached […]

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Perry County School District Meeting Agenda

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AGENDAPERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 32Board of Education Regular Meeting – Open SessionWednesday, October 14, 2026Temporary Central Office, 503 Schindler Road (rear entrance)7:00 p.m.I. Open Session called to orderII. Pledge of AllegianceIII. Approval of the AgendaIV. Patron CommentsV. Approval of the Consent Agenda itemsA. September 9, 2026 Work & Open Session MinutesB. September 15, 2026

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Dale Wright Capitol Report

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CAPITOL REPORTDALE WRIGHTDISTRICT 116MISSOURI HOUSE OFREPRESENTATIVESOctober 9, 2026 Dear Friends,As we look ahead to the November 3rd General Election, I want to share informationregarding the various constitutional amendments that will appear on the ballot. Theseamendments give us all an opportunity to have a direct voice in decisions that mayshape our state’s future. I encourage each

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SIU’s 2026 Earth Science Week events focus on critical minerals, public invited

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by Brooke Keltner CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale researchers are observing Earth Science Week by exploring some of today’s most important environmental and Earth science challenges — from plastic pollution and soil health to critical minerals, earthquakes and water quality. This year, Earth Science Week is Oct. 11-17 and the theme is “Critical

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Ste. Genevieve High School Renews National Banner Unified Champion School Status

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JEFERSON CITY, Mo – Ste. Genevieve High School has once again been recognized as a National Banner Unified Champion School by Special Olympics North America for its continued commitment to inclusion. The Dragons renewed their National Banner status by meeting 10 standards of excellence focused on Unified Sports, inclusive youth leadership, and whole-school engagement. Since

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Older Missourians bring spending power to communities

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Households aged 65 and older have seen strong growth in net worth. COLUMBIA, Mo. – Older Americans today generally have more wealth than previous generations, giving many retirees the ability to keep spending, investing and supporting local economies long after leaving the workforce, according to a new Missouri Economy Indicators brief from University of Missouri

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Student-run River Region News returns to SIU Carbondale

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by Maxbiya English CARBONDALE, Ill. — The River Region News has returned! The Southern Illinois University Carbondale student-run newscast is back after nearly six years on hiatus, bringing campus and regional news in a digital-first format to viewers on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube platforms. The relaunched newscast debuted Sept. 4, reviving an award-winning news program

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Attorney General Hanaway Files Lawsuits To Stop Animal Welfare Violations

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, in coordination with the Missouri Department of Agriculture, announced lawsuits against two animal care operators who repeatedly disregarded Missouri’s animal welfare laws. These actions aim to stop ongoing animal mistreatment, compel full compliance with inspection and licensing requirements, and protect the welfare of animals in Missouri.

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Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital Medical Staff Welcomes Two Podiatrists

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STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. – The Medical Staff at Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is pleased to welcome Christoper Sloan, DPM and Rafi Fasihuddin, DPM to the hospital’s medical staff, expanding access to specialized foot and ankle care for patients throughout the region.   As podiatrists, Drs. Sloan (above left) and Fasihuddin (above right) provide

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