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Preliminary enrollment numbers show uptick in first-time students at Mizzou

COLUMBIA, Mo. —  Enrollment numbers are up again this year at the University of Missouri as more students discover the transformative power of a Mizzou education. At Mizzou, students gain real-world experience, develop leadership skills and build the confidence to conquer any challenge. That’s evidenced by the 95% placement rate of Mizzou graduates.   While […]

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PCSD No. 32 releases summary of August 26 BOE special meeting

PERRYVILLE – The Perry County Schol District No. 32 has released this report of the proceedings of the August 26th special meeting.   The open session was called to order at 5:30 p.m. and the pledge of allegiance was recited.   The board heard from Stephen Telscher with SAPP Architects, Colin Rogers with Brockmiller Construction

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Nothing beats a county fair

by Caleb Jones  | cjones@amec.coopThere’s nothing better than a good county fair. Corn dogs, funnel cakes, the 4-H cake decorating contest, every kind of critter you can imagine – and usually a pretty good tractor pull to top it off. Up until last week, my favorite county fair memory was watching my brother, Clayton, show

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New report underscores importance of international trade to manufacturers in Illinois and across the Midwest 

SPRINGFIELD — A new report found Illinois manufacturers exported nearly $69 billion in goods to countries around the globe last year, generating strong economic investment and creating jobs in communities throughout the state.   The study, conducted by the Midwest Manufacturing Association and released in partnership with the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, demonstrates the vital role international trade

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MSHP reports Ste. Genevieve man arrested on child porn charges

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol has reported the arrest of a 21-year-old Ste. Genevieve man on child porn charges Wednesday afternoon.   The patrol says Skyler M. Brown faces patrol charges of promoting child pornography and three counts of possession of child pornography.   He was being held in the Ste. Genevieve

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Mercy Hospital Perry nationally recognized for commitment to providing high-quality stroke care

PERRYVILLE, Mo. – Mercy Hospital Perry has received the American Heart Association’s Get With the Guidelines® – Stroke Rural Silver quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability.   Stroke is the fifth leading cause of

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Lt. Governor David Wasinger launches campaign to drive charitable support across Missouri 

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger, Chair of the 2026 Missouri State Employees Charitable Campaign (MSECC), has officially launched this year’s campaign by meeting with the Governor’s Cabinet to rally agency participation and addressing hundreds of state employees at a kickoff event in Jefferson City. For nearly four decades, the MSECC has been

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Illinois State Police arrests DuQuoin man for aggravated sexual abuse of a child

DU QUOIN – Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigations Zone 7 Major Crimes Special Agents have arrested 36-year-old Christopher B. Davis of Du Quoin, IL for Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse (Class 2 Felony). In December of 2024, ISP Special Agents were requested by the Du Quoin Police Department and Perry Jackson County Child Advocacy

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IDOT, ISP: Make sure you and your GPS are set for a safe and sober route this Labor Day weekend 

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and law enforcement agencies throughout the state are reminding the public that if you drive under the influence of alcohol, cannabis or any other impairing substance, you’ll get pulled over as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” safety campaign. “Driving impaired

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