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Perryville Police reports

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports.   23-year-old Delvonne Neshaun Franklin Jr. of Peoria, Illinois and 21-year-old Taylor Leyonce Ward of Peoria, Illinois were cited for possession of marijuana following a traffic stop about 11:49 p.m. July 14 on southbound I-55.   47-year-old Jerry Lee Lucas Jr. was charged with […]

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Prenatal opioid exposure may trigger neurological, behavioral changes later in life

COLUMBIA, Mo. — While infants exposed to opioids during their mother’s pregnancy have been linked to adverse health outcomes, a new study at the University of Missouri has found prenatal opioid exposure could trigger long-term neurological or behavioral effects later in a child’s life.   The key is the opioid’s impact on the developing fetus’ gut microbiome

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SIU to host community employment fair Aug. 17 for 125+ jobs

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale is hosting a public employment fair on Aug. 17, inviting community members to apply for a variety of full-time, entry-level positions where they can obtain university benefits and perks. University human resources staff will be on hand to provide information about available positions and to

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Treasurer Fitzpatrick Recognizes #ABLEtoSave Month

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick today recognized August as #ABLEtoSave Month. Sponsored by the ABLE National Resource Center, #ABLEtoSave Month strives to raise awareness about ABLE programs, including Missouri’s MO ABLE, and their valuable benefits for individuals with disabilities.   “MO ABLE can have a life-changing impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities

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Urban Agriculture Matching Grants available

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced funding for the Urban Agriculture Matching Grant Program. The Department will award grants of up to $20,000 for reimbursement of expenses associated with urban agriculture. Eligible projects include urban agricultural projects, which may include introducing a new crop or product to an area, expanding the use of

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Veterans/Active military honored at the 2022 Missouri State Fair

  SEDALIA – Celebrating the men and women who have served or are serving our amazing country at the daily Military Flag Retreat Ceremony, sponsored by Capital Materials, Retrieving Freedom, Inc., and Starline Brass. A total of eleven veterans/active duty service members from Missouri were selected from nominations received across the state to be honored in

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