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Schools Prepare to Launch Red Ribbon Week on Oct. 26

(Ste. Genevieve, MO) – Red Ribbon Week will be held the week of Oct. 26 in Ste. Genevieve County! On Oct. 6, students from the Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) gathered with Ste. Genevieve City Mayor Brian Keim, Officer Roark and Officer Teller to sign a Proclamation declaring Oct. 26 – 30 to be Red […]

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Red Cross: Patients are counting on blood and platelet donors to give now

[CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, Oct. 7, 2026] — In October, the American Red Cross asks people to book a time to give blood or platelets to help keep the blood supply as strong as possible this fall. The seasons may change, but the need for blood is constant. Donors of all blood types are being called

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Little Grassy Get Down returns to SIU’s Touch of Nature Oct. 9-11

by Maxbiya English CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Little Grassy Get Down, a family-friendly music festival featuring Americana music from artists across the Midwest, returns to Southern Illinois University’s Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center Friday through Sunday, Oct. 9-11. Weekend passes are on sale now.  Performers include the Local Honeys, the Woodbox Gang, Chicago Farmer,

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As Clocks ‘Fall Back,’ Neurologist Shares Tips on How to Adjust Your Body and Brain

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2026 — Dr. Pedram Navab, author of The Alchemy of Sleep: The Science, Mystery & Magic of a Good Night’s Rest (Shambhala Publications; November 2026; Paperback; ISBN: 9781645474777), draws on his expertise as a neurologist, sleep medicine specialist, and integrative medicine practitioner to offer the following tips for transitioning to the

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MoDOT News Release: Watch for wildlife movement on roadways

JEFFERSON CITY – Cooler, longer nights mean deer and other wild animals are on the move. Most deer strikes with vehicles occur during October and November between the hours of 6-7 a.m. and 6-9 p.m. The Missouri Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to be prepared and never drive distracted.   According to the Missouri State Highway

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Senior Jersey Quinn Named October Elks Student of the Month

– (Ste. Genevieve, MO) – Congratulations to Jersey Quinn, the Elks Student of the Month for October from Ste. Genevieve High School. Jersey is the daughter of James and Summer Quinn. Jersey’s scholastic honors include being ranked No. 2 in her class, earning Summa Cum Laude honors for three years, ranking in the Top 10%

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Senior Chloe Wehner Named October Rotary Student of the Month

– (Ste. Genevieve, MO) – Congratulations to Chloe Wehner, the Rotary Student of the Month for October from Ste. Genevieve High School. Chloe is the daughter of Scott and Wendy Wehner.   Chloe’s scholastic honors include earning Magna Cum Laude honors her freshman year and Summa Cum Laude honors her sophomore and junior years; and

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