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Trailnet bike ride event schedule includes StG Gravel Classic

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Registration is open today for the 2022 Trailnet Classics, a series of multi-distanced, supported bike rides across the greater St. Louis region – including the StG Gravel Classic April 9 in Ste. Genevieve. These bike rides help fund Trailnet’s work for safer streets for all.   The Trailnet Classics are a […]

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A new area code is coming to the 314 area code region

JEFFERSON CITY—The Missouri Public Service Commission continues to work with the North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) and the telecommunications industry on implementation of an overlay plan and the introduction of a new area code in the 314 area code region in Missouri.   The new area code will be 557. All existing 314 area

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Business leaders plan meeting to discuss possible PCMH affiliation

PERRYVILLE – Ongoing efforts for transparency regarding negotiations between Perry County Memorial Hospital (PCMH) and a potential partner continue.   The community’s largest employers seek answers from potential partners regarding the Request for Information (RFI) process as it relates to the delivery of healthcare services in Perry County.   Leaders from Robinson Construction, Buchheit Enterprises,

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ISBE announces $2.1 million ‘Grow Your Own’ teachers grant

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has announced a $2.1 million grant for school districts to “Grow Your Own” teachers.   The grant marks the third round of funding for the Education Career Pathway program, which recruits local students to the teaching profession. Applicants will receive priority points for implementing the program

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Learn about what owl pellets reveal at free MDC virtual program Feb. 16

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Find a nest or perch tree for owls and you may see some odd-looking pellets on the ground with hair and bone. Owl pellets reveal what the raptors of the night have been feeding on. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual owl pellet dissection program from

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Lucas Fritsche honored for his efforts to create an inclusive playground

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Reps. Dale Wright and Rick Francis welcomed a remarkable eighth grade student to the State Capitol earlier this month. Francis and Wright asked their colleagues in the Missouri House of Representatives to join them in honoring Lucas Fritsche for his efforts to raise more than half a million dollars

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