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MDC hosts dove hunt for beginners, mobility- impaired hunters Sept. 1 in East Prairie

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MDC hosts dove hunt for beginners, mobility- impaired hunters Sept. 1 in East Prairie CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.- The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC), in cooperation with National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), invites new hunters and mobility-impaired individuals to participate in a combined hunting event on Tuesday, Sept. 1, the opening day of dove season in […]

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Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest winners announced

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JEFFERSON CITY– A snapshot of a farmer bucket-feeding cows has been named the 2026 Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest Best in Show. Jordan Crozier of Rich Hill, Mo., submitted the photo, which was chosen from more than 700 entries to the contest, hosted by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.   “Once again, this year’s Focus

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Black bears are here and MDC is holding virtual program to learn all about them on July 31

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ST. LOUIS, Mo.—Black bears have returned to the Missouri landscape, especially in the southern parts of the state.  But sightings have become a regular occurrence even in the St. Louis region.   The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is offering a chance to learn all about these charismatic creatures through an online event.  Missouri Black Bears is

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Veterans encouraged to apply for managed deer hunts at Mark Twain, Crowder state parks

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JEFFERSON CITY – Are you, or do you know, a Missouri veteran who enjoys deer hunting? Veterans are encouraged to apply to be one of the 35 lucky winners to participate in special managed deer hunts at Mark Twain State Park or at Crowder State Park. The application period is now open, and veterans can

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Spotlight: A garden renewed through generosity

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital’s Friends Foundation Donates Major Gift to Restore Oncology Healing Garden.     Left: Mary Bleckler, Foundation Director Right: Katie Hogenmiller, RN, Director of Outpatient Services     Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is celebrating the return of a cherished space thanks to a transformative gift from

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Southeast Missouri man admits trying to arrange wife’s murder

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CAPE GIRARDEAU – A Dexter, Missouri man on Monday admitted trying to arrange for the murder of his estranged wife. Matthew R. Alsup, 52, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to a murder-for-hire charge. He admitted traveling to Mississippi on two occasions in early August of 2025 to try to recruit a former

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Route N in Ste. Genevieve Co. closes for bridge replacement

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SIKESTON—Route N in Ste. Genevieve County will be closed as construction crews replace the bridge over Little Saline Creek.    This section of roadway is located near Coffelt Road. A signed detour will be in place.     Weather permitting, work is scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 3 at 7 a.m. with completion anticipated Monday, Dec. 21. While work is underway, this section of roadway will remain closed.    The work zone

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