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Able Flight, SIU Aviation offers the sky to student pilots with disabilities

by Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — There are comparable skill sets that a trauma nurse and pilot must possess. Brandi Fields knows one and is quickly learning the other as one of five students in Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s 2025 Able Flight program hosted by SIU Aviation.     (Above) Able Flight student Brandi Fields […]

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President Trump delivers for our rural communities

By Jason Smith, member of Congress WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ever since President Donald Trump took office, he has worked tirelessly to deliver for rural communities. Unlike his predecessor, President Trump truly cares about farmers, ranchers, and families in southeast and south-central Missouri. While there are numerous things I could point to that underscore his commitment

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PCSD No. 32 reports on June 20 school board meeting,two more meetings will be held this week

PERRYVILLE – The Perry County School District No. 32 Board of Education has released a report of the board’s June 20 meeting and the tentative agendas for two meetings this week.   Summary of the June 20, 2025 Special BOE Meeting   The open session was called to order at 7:00 a.m. and the pledge

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Pacific man seriously injured in Perry County motorcycle crash

JEFFERSON CITY — A 73-year-old Pacific man was seriousy injured in a motorcycle crash on Route J in Perry County Saturday afternoon.   The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the man was taken to St. Louis University Hospital by ARCH medical helicopter.   The patrol says the crash happened when the eastbound 2005 Harley Davidson

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MDC community forester encourages Missourians to get outside this summer

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is encouraging Missourians of all ages to reconnect with nature this summer by exploring the state’s incredible outdoor spaces. Whether you’re hiking forest trails, fishing in quiet lakes, paddling scenic rivers, or just enjoying a walk in your local conservation area, getting outside can refresh your

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