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Ste. Genevieve announces its rules for Trick or Treating

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STE. GENEVIEVE – As Halloween approaches, the City of Ste. Genevieve would like to remind everyone of our community’s trick-or-treating guidelines to help ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for all. Trick-or-Treating HoursTrick-or-treating will be permitted on Halloween evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. within city limits. Age GuidelinesTrick-or-treating is especially intended for children […]

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Smith calls on Trump Administration to reverse plan to expand argentine beef imports

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eighth District Missouri Congressman Jason Smith, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, joined Congressman Greg Steube (FL-17) and other Republican Members of the Committee in writing to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins and U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer expressing concern over a recently announced plan to expand

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SIU’s Simon Institute co-hosts panel on the future of higher education in Illinois

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CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Paul Simon Public Policy Institute, in partnership with the Center for Tax and Budget Accountability, will host a panel discussion Tuesday, Nov. 4, looking at the future of higher education in the state. “The Future of Higher Education in Illinois: Dollars, Demographics, and Technology” is from 5:30-7 p.m. in the

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SIU Health Law Moot Court to examine ADA, mental health issues

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CARBONDALE, Ill. — Law school students from around the country will compete this weekend as the Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School hosts the National Health Law Moot Court competition, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 31-Nov. 1, to argue a fictitious case before the U.S. Supreme Court. Twenty-two teams from 15 schools across the country will participate in

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PHS Silver Dagger Players present ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

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PCSD 32 PERRYVILLE – The Perryville High School Silver Dagger Players invite everyone to their performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” next Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Nov. 6-8 at the Perry Park Center.   All performances begin at 7 p.m. and tickets will be sold at the door for $7, general seating. According to the

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No tricks, just safety treats: Fire safety tips for Halloween

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- As Halloween approaches, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) urges everyone to celebrate safely and keep fire hazards in mind while enjoying the season’s festivities. Decorations, costumes, and candles all add to the fun, but they can also increase the risk of fire and injuries if not handled carefully.   According

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Missouri WIC benefits available in November

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — WIC benefits will be available for redemption in Missouri into November. WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, administered in Missouri by the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) and federally funded by the USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, with funds appropriated in the federal government

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Illinois small businesses oppose massive energy bill

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), Illinois’ leading small business advocacy organization, opposes SB 25, the General Assembly’s massive energy omnibus bill. “Main Street businesses are taking it on the chin from high energy prices,” said NFIB Illinois State Director Noah Finley. “Unfortunately, SB 25, instead of providing meaningful relief, is chock-a-block full

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City of Carbondale, SIU to hold Veterans Day ceremony

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CARBBONDALE – To honor SIU and Southern Illinois veterans who served their country in the U.S. armed forces, the City of Carbondale and Southern Illinois University Carbondale will recognize Veterans Day on Nov. 11 at the flagpole at South Normal Avenue and West Grand Avenue on the SIU campus. The 11 a.m. ceremony will include

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