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SIU’s Dental Hygiene Program hosts inaugural white coat ceremony

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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — The Dental Hygiene Program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale recently launched a symbolic new tradition by hosting its inaugural white coat ceremony.     The SIU dental hygiene program class of 2026 was among the participants in the program’s inaugural white coat ceremony. Photo provided.   “The ceremony represents far more than […]

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SGCMH prepares for 27th Annual Women’s Health Fair – SupHER Heroes, Your Health is Your Greatest Power!

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STE. GENEVIEVE, MO. – Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital (SGCMH) is gearing up for its 27th annual Women’s Health Fair scheduled for Saturday, February 28, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme for this year’s event is “SupHER Heroes, Your Health is Your Greatest Power!”     Ladies unlock your ultimate super power, come take

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Perry County official announces first-day filings

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PERRYVILLE – Filing began Tuesday morning for the August primary election.   The following individuals filed for the respective offices. All filed for the Republican primary.   Presiding Commissioner  Jay Wengert   Perry County Clerk Jared W. Kutz    Perry County Recorder of Deeds Dana (Ballman) Pritchard    Perry County Treasurer Katie Schemel    Perry

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MDC hosts hunter education skills classes in southeast Missouri

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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to finish their hunter education certification in southeast Missouri this March. This training session is the final step to becoming hunter education certified, and the class is designed for participants ages 11 and older. MDC staff will be hosting two events throughout the

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Justice Matters | Reflections of Missouri Chief Justice W. Brent Powell

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  As we approach this summer’s 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we are invited to pause, reflect, and recommit to the ideals that laid the foundation for a new nation. In this spirit, let us renew our commitment to liberty, equality, and the rule of law so eloquently expressed in the Declaration of

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Illinois Accountability Commission hosts third public hearing

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CHICAGO –The Illinois Accountability Commission, housed in the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR), has held its third public hearing to showcase the community impacts of federal enforcement agents operating above the law during Operation Midway Blitz.    During the hearing, the Commission examined if enforcement actions produced measurable improvements in community stability and trust

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Filing for August Primary is underway in Ste. Genevieve County

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Filing has begun for the August Primary election in Ste. Genevieve County.   The following individuals filed Tuesday, the first day of filing.   Julie Bova Republican Circuit Clerk   Sara Hoog Republican County Treasurer   Tim Inman Republican Associate Circuit Judge   Amanda Kuehn Republican Recorder Of Deeds   Lisa (Klein)

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DHSS publishes draft rule revisions regarding cannabis facilities

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Department of Health and Senior Services Division of Cannabis Regulation (DCR) has published a first draft of revision to 19 CSR 100-1.070 for facility ownership and employment, and a second draft of rule revisions to 19 CSR 100-1.100 for facilities generally. These drafts are not part of a formal rulemaking process and are

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CGS presents ‘HIVE’ good character awards

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28 students earn HIVE Awards By Jim Beers CHESTER – There were 28 students at Chester Grade School who earned HIVE awards for demonstrating the character traits of having RESPECT; Initiating RESPONSIBILITY; valuing SAFETY; and encouraging EMPATHY. Ten students earned recognition for respect, 12 students for responsibility, one for safety, and five for sympathy. Those

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