ST. LOUIS, MO— In April, the American Red Cross asks people to keep patients top of mind by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. The need for blood doesn’t take a spring break, and acting now can ensure blood is available in the coming weeks at medical centers. Regular donors of all blood […]
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GLEN CARBON, IL– On camp time, Girl Scouts shine. These moments matter – from sparking up a campfire to counting the stars. Campers take on new challenges and discover new strengths, building bright futures while having the time of their lives. Smiles are sunnier, friendships form faster, dreams become bigger, and memories last forever. Time
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – As warmer weather arrives, the risk of children falling from open windows increases significantly. In recognition of National Window Safety Week 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding American parents and caregivers of simple, effective steps to protect children from preventable falls from windows. Each year, thousands of young
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STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve Milice will hold an encampment on Saturday, April 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. behind the Le Meilleur House located at the corner of Market and Main Streets. The Milice were the citizen soldiers of Ste. Genevieve’s colonial past. Visitors to the encampment will interact with Milice
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CHESTER, IL – The Chester Parks and Recreation Committee will meet Tuesday, March 14, 2026 in the Chester Municipal Building, 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois. The meeting is open to the public. The tentative agenda: Parks And Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda 1330 Swanwick Street, Chester, Illinois 62233 Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 6
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has announced a resolution with the Wentzville School District Board of Education that reinforces government transparency, safeguards the public’s right to open meetings and records, and affirms parents’ central role in their children’s education. The agreement fully resolves the State’s litigation concerning alleged violations of Missouri’s Open Meetings
SPRINGFIELD– Residents may not always know what chemicals are used in their community or how to interpret the safety codes posted on certain buildings. That’s why agencies including the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA OHS), Illinois Department of Labor, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, the Illinois Fire Service Institute (ISFI), and local
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – As temperatures rise and people begin camping, fishing and farming, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the health dangers posed by ticks, says University of Missouri and Lincoln University Extension urban entomologist Emily Althoff. Increasing reports of alpha-gal syndrome, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and other tick-related
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SIKESTON, Mo.– For the 13th consecutive year, all U.S. Walmart stores and Sam’s Club locations are launching the Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign, including right here in Southeast Missouri. The goal of the annual campaign is to provide people facing hunger with access to the food and resources they say they need to thrive.
CHESTER – The Chester Police Department has released its latest report of arrests. Among those listed as arrested are: Brandon J. Hull 22, Homeless, arrested March 31, 2026 by Chester Police for aggravated battey. Pretrial Release. Trenton J. Webb 20, Centralia, arrested March 31, 2026 by Chester Police for unlawful use of weapons,
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