by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — The photographic talents of 12 Southern Illinois University Carbondale students and recent graduates will be on display beginning Saturday, March 21, at the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mount Vernon. “Silver Heart,” a silver gelatin print by John Boucher, is one of 12 photographs by SIU students […]
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC) announces the arrest of Benjamin Michael-Dass Charles, 21, of Columbia, MO. Charles’ arrest is the result of DDCC’s investigation of the robbery that occurred at the Isle of Capri Casino in Boonville, MO, on March 25, 2026. On March
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JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Highway Patrol has released its latest reports. Among them: Twenty-one year old Kowin D. Schumer of Perryville was cited for DWI at 8:53 p.m. Wednesday, March 18. He was released.
JEFFERSON CITY – Two persons were hurt in a traffic crash Wednesday evening on Perry County Road 208. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports a 21-year-old Cape Girardeau woman had serious injuries and was taken to Mercy Hospital South by an Air Evac helicopter. The other person, a 17-year-old female, had minor injuries and
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — High school students from across Illinois and Missouri will enjoy a day of competition and accomplishment at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s annual Math Field Day on March 24 at the Banterra Center. Participants come from around the region to compete in SIU’s annual Math Field Day. Photo provided. A maximum
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COLUMBIA, Mo. – Mention succulents to an avid gardener and it isn’t long until the conversation gravitates toward the sedums. Autumn Joy sedum’s large flowerheads bloom when the colors of other flowers fades. This drought-resistant perennial is a favorite of pollinators. The National Garden Bureau named sedum its 2026 Perennial of the Year. Photo
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LAKE OZARK, Mo. — The Missouri Association of School Administrators (MASA) recognized outstanding school leaders from across the state during the 2026 MASA/MOSPRA Spring Conference Awards Banquet held at Margaritaville Lake Resort. The annual awards celebrate excellence in leadership, service and advocacy on behalf of Missouri’s public school students and communities. “Recognizing these leaders
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – With warming weather and the many wonders of nature awakening in spring, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds people to be BearWise. Missouri’s estimated 1,000+ black bears are waking up and are focused on fattening up after a long winter’s sleep. Unsecured food sources around homes and outbuildings could attract the
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Ste. Genevieve County Fire Protection District STE. GENEVIEVE – (Monday) morning just after 7 a.m., crews from Station 8 and Station 6, along with automatic aid from the Ste Genevieve Fire District and Ste Genevieve County Ambulance District, were dispatched by St. Francois County 911 to a residential structure fire in the 24000 block
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — An amazing myriad of experiences awaits participants in the 2026 summer camps at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Youths can hone their skills, learn, explore new horizons and much more at dozens of enriching, educational and fun summer camps. The eclectic and diverse camp lineup offers something for all ages, abilities
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