O’FALLON, MO – State Representative Tony Lovasco (District 64) announced Wednesday an official letter sent to U.S. Senator Roy Blunt requesting that he immediately and publicly withdraw support from proposed legislation encouraging the passage of Red Flag laws or other forms of gun control. The letter, sent with the support of 48 members of […]
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Each semester, students at Missouri State University who attain academic excellence are named to the dean’s list. For undergraduate students, criteria include enrollment in at least 12 credit hours during the spring semester and at least a 3.50 grade point average (on a 4.00 scale). More than 4,700 students were
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by Tim CrosbyCARBONDALE, Ill. – White-tailed deer are so plentiful in Southern Illinois that seeing a group of them sauntering through a neighborhood at dusk or dawn is almost as common as seeing a squirrel. The animal is also a mainstay on the campus of Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where woods and waterways meander among
SIU doctoral student researches how a devastating disease spreads among deer Read More »
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick is highlighting the linked deposit program as a resource for Missouri small businesses, farms, and communities. In doing so, he is also announcing the program’s new name, MOBUCK$. As Missourians face record inflation, rising interest rates, and a worsening economic outlook, access to affordable capital for
JEFFERSON CITY, MO. — In recognition of Wednesday’s observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft is reminding Missourians to be on the lookout for elder financial abuse. “Each year fraudsters financially exploit Missouri senior citizens,” Ashcroft said. “We need the public’s support and partnership to bring much-needed attention to this
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council invites to the public to the Accessible Voting Summit from 3-6 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 at Boone County Family Resources in Columbia. The summit is part of the “Learning with MODDC” series, providing advocacy trainings and education for self-advocates with developmental disabilities. The Accessible Voting Summit will
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From Rabine for Governor Campaign WOODSTOCK, Illinois – “Caterpillar (CAT) is an icon in the world of construction equipment. I am more appreciative and knowledgeable of CAT’s value to our state than any other candidate as I have used CAT products for decades. I grew up in the construction industry dreaming of someday owning CAT
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ILLINOIS – This week, Illinois will see abnormally high temperatures and humidity. To increase visibility on the dangers of extreme heat, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) is offering tips to help everyone stay safe when temperatures rise. “Heat-related fatalities can be prevented by taking precautions when temperatures rise,” said IEMA Director Alicia Tate-Nadeau.
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ST. LOUIS – June is Great Outdoors Month, a time to embrace the outdoor spirit and explore nature. Since 1912, girls have explored and strengthened their outdoor skills and commitment to environmental stewardship through Girl Scouting. In a recent study from the Girl Scout Research Institute, 80 percent of girls have participated in outdoor activities
Gold Award Girl Scout renovates lake area at Camp Tuckaho Read More »
CHICAGO—Governor JB Pritzker signed HB209 into law today, restricting the use of latex gloves in food preparation and medical services and protecting thousands of Illinoisans from adverse allergic reactions. Latex allergies can range from skin irritation to severe anaphylaxis, preventing those suffering from patronizing restaurants that use the gloves in food preparation or serving or
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