News

Jefferson College earns national accreditation for early college dual credit program

News, Regional News /

HILLSBORO — Jefferson College has earned initial accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), the nation’s leading accrediting organization for concurrent and dual credit enrollment programs.   The accreditation recognizes Jefferson College’s Early College Program for meeting NACEP’s rigorous national standards for academic quality, faculty oversight, student support, and program evaluation. Jefferson […]

Jefferson College earns national accreditation for early college dual credit program Read More »

Hawley measure to fight child trafficking signed into law

MO State News, News /

WASHINGTON — President Trump has signed Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-Mo.) measure to combat child exploitation into law as part of the broader reconciliation bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security. Now, DHS will have access to $108.5 million to hire 200 new child exploitation investigators and analysts. Prior to this measure being enacted, DHS only had seven full-time specialists to identify these victims.  “My

Hawley measure to fight child trafficking signed into law Read More »

Haley Fulmer achieves ORT achievement at Memorial Hospital

Featured News, News, Randolph County News /

CHESTER – Memorial Hospital is proud to recognize Haley Fulmer, ORT, for her recent graduation and outstanding performance as a valued member of the perioperative team.     Haley joined Memorial Hospital in March 2026 and recently graduated from the Surgical Technologist program at John A. Logan College on May 16, 2026, earning her Associate

Haley Fulmer achieves ORT achievement at Memorial Hospital Read More »

Grow Native! launches new online guide for beginning native plant gardeners

Featured News, MO State News, News /

COLUMBIA, Mo. –  Whether starting a small container garden on a porch, planting a native canopy tree, or filling a bed with many grasses and wildflowers, anyone can garden with native plants—no experience or “green thumb” required. For would-be gardeners with little or no gardening experience, the Missouri Prairie Foundation’s (MPF) Grow Native! program has

Grow Native! launches new online guide for beginning native plant gardeners Read More »

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri celebrates 10 Years of Camp Fury

News, Regional News /

ST. LOUIS — Next week, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Camp Fury STL, an immersive public safety career exploration program that has inspired 212 young women to discover their strength, leadership potential, and future career opportunities over the past decade. From June 14–19, high school Girl Scouts from across

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri celebrates 10 Years of Camp Fury Read More »

Bridgette Steele of Perryville named to University of Arkansas Dean’s List

News, Perryville News /

FAYETTEVILLE, AR — Bridgette Steele of Perryville has been named to the University of Arkansas Dean’s List for the 2026 spring semester. Steele joins a distinguished group of students recognized for outstanding academic achievement by earning a grade-point average of 3.75-3.99 during the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours required for graduation. School of Law

Bridgette Steele of Perryville named to University of Arkansas Dean’s List Read More »

Attorney General Hanaway announces update in efforts against opioid manufacturers, retailers, and distributors

MO State News, News /

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. –  Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced an update in her office’s efforts to protect Missourians from the devastating impacts of unregulated opioids. Relax Relief Rejuvenate Trading, LLC and owner Dustin Robinson (collectively, “RRR”), have agreed to suspend all in-state sales of 7-hydroxymitragynine (“7-OH”) and other kratom alkaloids, effective immediately. This agreement

Attorney General Hanaway announces update in efforts against opioid manufacturers, retailers, and distributors Read More »

7th Annual Heroes for Kids Comic Con comes to Perryville

Featured News, News, Perryville News /

PERRYVILLE – On July 18 and 19, 2026 Heroes for Kids and Villainous Grounds will be hosting the seventh annual Comic Con in Perryville at the Perry Park Center (800 City Park Lane).   Our show booth fees and silent auction proceeds will benefit the Missouri National Veterans Memorial (Perryville, Mo) and Camp Hope (St.

7th Annual Heroes for Kids Comic Con comes to Perryville Read More »