CHESTER – Beginning July 1, 2026, a new Illinois requirement is helping families ensure all children are screened for lead exposure during their early years. Under new Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidelines, all children in Illinois must receive blood lead testing at 12 months and 24 months of age. Previously, testing requirements […]
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – On Monday, Governor Mike Kehoe signed House Bill (HB) 3231 into law, a priority piece of legislation impacting economic development efforts across the State of Missouri. “Missouri is open for business, growth, and opportunity,” said Governor Kehoe. “The passage of House Bill 3231 was critical in our efforts to continue revitalizing Missouri’s main
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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has signed House Bills (HB) 2372 and 2974 and Senate Bills (SB) 878, 999, 1019, and 1233 into law, reflecting Missouri’s commitment to improving healthcare access, transparency, and protections for vulnerable populations. “I was proud to sign six bills into law today that will improve healthcare services
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ST. LOUIS, MO,July 13, 2026 — The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types O positive and B negative blood. A
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PCSD 32 PERRYVILLE – Perry County School District 32 will host two more opportunities for community members to learn more about the Proposition K.I.D.S. ballot measure prior to the Aug. 4 Primary Election. Prop K.I.D.S. Community Engagement6:30-7:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 22Perry Park Center Theatre Superintendent Dr. Fara Jones will provide a brief presentation about Prop
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CHESTER – The Chester Beautification/Tourism Commission will meet Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the municipal building at 1330 Swanwick Street in Chester. The tentative agenda: Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes-Melissa Gross Treasurer’s Report-Linda Rader Public Petitions & Correspondence Illinois on the River publication Standing Committee Reports
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COLUMBIA Mo.—Just because July has arrived, there is no need to stop planting trees and shrubs, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. Early spring and late fall are the traditional times for planting woody ornamentals. “However, with the development of different methods of growing nursery stock and modern transplanting equipment, planting at other
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BOSTON, Mass. – Average gasoline prices in Missouri have risen 4.6 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.50/g Monday, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 3,940 stations in Missouri. Prices in Missouri are 27.7 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 62.0 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
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ST. LOUIS – The American Red Cross remains on the ground in Southeast Missouri, providing support to communities affected by flooding. Current response efforts are focused on assisting first responders and distributing emergency supplies to residents in impacted areas. Over the weekend, Red Cross teams distributed more than 130 disaster relief and cleanup kits
Chester Chamber of Commerce CHESTER – The ribbon cutting of the Don Welge Memorial Bridge marks more than the opening of a new bridge — it celebrates progress, connection, and the bright future of our area. It was especially meaningful to honor the legacy of longtime Chamber member Don Welge by officially dedicating the
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