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TG Missouri holds 30, 35-year employee anniversary celebrations

PERRYVILLE, MO. –Two important recognition celebrations were held recently for long-term TG Missouri employees.   On May 21, to honor its 30-year Team Members, TG Management, family members, and friends gathered at Brass + Bone lounge in Perryville to recognize the employees. That same day on site at TG Missouri, a celebration was held in […]

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State of Illinois honors leaders advancing housing access and justice across the state

CHICAGO — The State of Illinois today recognized and celebrated the exceptional leadership of seven people and organizations leading work across Illinois to prevent and end homelessness through the Home Illinois Summit Recognition of Service awards.   The third annual Home Illinois Summit, held in Rosemont, IL, brought together people with lived expertise, service providers, philanthropic and advocacy

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SIU Simmons Law School offers mobile legal clinics for senior citizens this summer

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Southern Illinois University Simmons Law School will begin a series of mobile legal clinics in the region this week to provide free, onsite assistance for senior citizens wanting to prepare health care power of attorney.   The legal clinic’s Senior Summer Sessions begin Tuesday, June 10, at the

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Record spending budget passes out of the General Assembly  

By Terri Bryant, (Murphysboro-R) Illinois State Senator Governor J.B. Pritzker’s record-breaking spending plan, which relies on nearly one billion dollars in tax increases and gimmicks, passed the General Assembly on May 31.   Once signed into law, it will become the largest budget in Illinois history, totaling more than fifty-five billion dollars. That figure represents

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New study finds Missouri is the 16th most dangerous state for ‘Aging in Place’

A record 4.2 million Americans are expected to turn 65 this year – and nearly 75% want to remain home as they age, increasing the risk of medical complications and social isolation.   Seniorly released a study on the Safest and Most Dangerous States for Aging in Place after analyzing data from the CDC, CMS, Census Bureau, and HUD.   Ten key

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Missouri State Fair announces Law Enforcement, Firefighter and Military Appreciation Days

Missouri State Fair announces Law Enforcement, Firefighter and Military Appreciation Days SEDALIA – The Missouri State Fair has announced special recognitions days at the Missouri State Fair for Law Enforcement and Firefighters Law Enforcement & Firefighter Appreciation Day will be Saturday, Aug 9 Help celebrate and thank law enforcement and firefighters with a day full

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‘Missouri Child Tax Credit’ Bill introduced during special session

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri State Representative Ray Reed has introduced House Bill 2 in the Missouri General Assembly’s special session—legislation that would establish a Missouri Child Tax Credit modeled after the transformative Biden-Harris federal tax credit, with the goal of cutting childhood poverty in Missouri by half.   In a special session largely focused

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Mississippi Valley Art Guild announced June class schedule

CHESTER – The Mississippi Valley Art Guild has announced its June classes. Upcoming classes are: 6/17 & 6/19 Stained Glass Creations, 5:30-8:30 pm Learn to solder & cut glass to make your own stained glass creation. Beginners welcome. Cost $50, members $45,  includes all supplies Instructor:  Jeanne Phillips. 6/26-Learn to paint Flowers, 5:30-8:30 pm Cost

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MDC Cape Nature Center announces Fishing Fin-atics fishing club kickoff in August

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is thrilled to announce the launch of its new southeast Missouri fishing club – Fishing Fin-atics. This community-driven club is designed to bring together anglers of all experience levels, promote sustainable fishing practices, and encourage conservation efforts across the state. “It’s an opportunity to meet other

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