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Mo remains vigilant in COVID-19 variant monitoring

JEFFERSON CITY – On Nov. 26, the World Health Organization classified a new variant named Omicron, B.1.1.529, as a Variant of Concern. Staff with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) are working closely with federal officials to stay apprised of information that impacts the health and safety of Missourians. Currently, no cases of this variant have […]

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Robinson Construction named Accredited Quality Contractor by ABC

PERRYVILLE – Robinson Construction of Perryville, Missouri has announced that it has again been named an Accredited Quality Contractor by Associated Builders and Contractors, the third year it has earned the prestigious credential for its commitment to corporate responsibility. Only 229 of the nation’s elite merit shop construction contractors earned the credential in 2020. According

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Schmitt proposes ‘Parents’ Bill of Rights’

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt has proposed a Parents’ Bill of Rights ahead of the next legislative session in January. The Parents’ Bill of Rights would protect parents’ rights to have a well-informed say in their children’s education, strengthen parents’ abilities to take action related to their children’s education, and increase transparency

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‘Scouting for Food’ drive is success, brings in 4,600 items

CHESTER — Boy Scouts from Chester and their leaders were kept busy recently sorting some 4,600 food items collected at this year’s Boy Scouts “Scouting for Food” project.  The “Scouting for Food” donations come just at the right time prior to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Photo by Bob Koenegstein.   This annual project has been conducted

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Superintendent search survey open through Dec. 14

PERRYVILLE — Community members are invited to share their thoughts about the leadership qualities they believe are important for the next superintendent of Perry County School District 32. With the announcement by Superintendent Andy Comstock of his intention to retire at the end of the 2022-23 school year, the Board of Education has contracted with

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Treasurer Fitzpatrick to launch third annual ‘12 Days of Unclaimed Property’ on social media

JEFFERSON CITY – It’s the most wonderful time of the year—and Missouri State Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick will spend the next 12 business days reminding Missourians to channel their inner-Kris Kringle and check the Unclaimed Property list. Beginning tomorrow and continuing through December 16, the @MOTreasurer Twitter and Facebook accounts will encourage Missourians to search the

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