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Red Cross: Support patients now by giving blood or platelets

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — As we move toward Memorial Day, the American Red Cross calls on people to schedule their blood or platelet donation appointments now to help medical centers stay ready and respond quickly to emergencies. Having blood products immediately available is a key part of summer safety.   With millions of Americans expected

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SGHS Class of 2026 celebrates commencement

Ste. Genevieve School District R-II STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School has graduated its Class of 2026.   A video of the ceremony: https://www.youtube.com/live/etK0DPRZIC4?si=uRdxzZxyjBSBqBDe   Photos of the event are available on the Ste. Genevieve R-II website: https://www.facebook.com/SteGenRII   SGHS Principal Dr. John Boyd recognized the many hands — both seen and unseen —

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Ste. Genevieve County Library announces ‘Unearth a Story’ Summer Reading Program

STE. GENEVIEVE – The Ste. Genevieve County Library is excited to announce its 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” a community-wide reading adventure designed for readers of all ages.   This year’s program introduces a simplified, age-appropriate tracking system, collectible brag tags, expanded challenges, and exciting prize opportunities designed to keep participants engaged all summer long.

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Summer wildflowers bring effortless color to roadsides, backyards

COLUMBIA, Mo. – For many, the term “wildflower garden” conjures images of a delicate spring native to lightly shaded woodland sites or moist meadows. But there are may summer-blooming wildflowers native to dry, sunny hillsides, glades and other places with more austere growing conditions.   Many of them are much easier to grow than spring

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Time for ladies to put their Health First!

STE. GENEVIEVE—In recognition of Women’s Health Month, Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is joining national leaders in highlighting the importance of women’s physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. This year’s observance aligns with the 2026 federal theme,   “Prevention, Innovation, and Impact: A New Era in Women’s Health,” which underscores the need for proactive, sciencedriven

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Ziggy Marley to bring Grammy-Winning Reggae to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand August 18

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Global reggae icon Ziggy Marley is headed to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Tuesday, August 18, bringing nearly four decades of award-winning music, uplifting messages, and unmistakable reggae rhythms to Springfield for one unforgettable night.   A nine-time GRAMMY Award winner, Emmy Award winner, producer, and humanitarian, Ziggy Marley has spent nearly four decades using

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The summer struggle is daunting for many Missouri families

Washington, D.C. –Too many Missouri parents who want their children in a structured summer program are unable to enroll them, according to a household survey released today. The Summer Struggle for Missouri Families finds that while 217,367 Missouri children are enrolled, another 187,759 are not able to get into a summer program. The barriers pushing programs out

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Summer Tax School to address key 2026 agricultural tax changes

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Registration is open for University of Missouri Extension’s Summer Tax School, July 1 in Columbia. The one-day program is designed specifically for tax preparers who work with farmers, ranchers and rural businesses.   As agricultural tax regulations evolve and the needs of filers grow more complex, tax preparers need timely, accurate and

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