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MDC Shooting Range Complex in Dunklin County now open

CAMPBELL, Mo. – Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the City of Campbell’s combined vision from 2016 has become reality – City of Campbell Shooting Range Complex in Dunklin County is now open.   The project began following a request from the city’s then-mayor Raymond Gunter, who approached the Department, according to MDC Hunter Education & Shooting

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Illinois Joining Forces launches Operation Connect-A-Vet to empower friends and families to link veterans with resources

ILLINOIS – As Veterans Day approaches and the holiday season draws near, Illinois Joining Forces is proud to unveil its latest initiative, Operation Connect-A-Vet as part of Operation Connect Illinois CARES. This initiative is designed to ensure that every Veteran feels connected. “As we approach Veterans Day, we must remember the sacrifices made by veterans

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Governor Parson announces forthcoming book ‘No Turnin’ Back’

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Today, Governor Mike Parson announced that a forthcoming book about his life titled No Turnin’ Back will be released March 2024. The commemorative biography will detail the life of Michael L. Parson, Missouri’s 57th Governor nicknamed “G57.” More information can be found at https://www.safeordering.com/G57.   “While this book may be a

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Gov. Pritzker, IDPH announce $3.5M to boost mental health services for youth across Illinois

CHICAGO – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced today that the State of Illinois has awarded $3.5 million in funding to 19 different applicants across the state to support post-pandemic child and adolescent health. The size of the grants ranges from $92,000 to $200,000. The new round of grants

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Gov. Pritzker issues statement on 7th Circuit Court of Appeals decision

CHICAGO—Governor JB Pritzker issued the following statement concerning the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals decision upholding the Protect Illinois Communities Act:   “The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed what gun safety advocates have said from day one—the Protect Illinois Communities Act is a commonsense law that will keep Illinoisans safe. Despite constant attacks

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Voice of Democracy Oral Essay Contest results are announced

STE GENEVIEVE – The top three finishers in the annual Voice of Democracy Oral Essay Contest have been announced. Valle Senior Camryn Skaggs, daughter of Darren and Dawn Wehner ’89 Skaggs, received first place honors. Valle Freshman Marlena Hoog, daughter of Jeremy ’93 and Christine Huck ’93 Hoog, received third place honors. Ste. Genevieve High

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MSHP reports arrests

JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri State Highway Patrol has released its latest arrest reports.   41-year-old Carl E. Hardman of Bloomsdale at 8:55 p.m. Friday in Ste. Genevieve County on a patrol charge of failing to register as a sex offender. He was released.   31-year-old Brett A Creech of Ste. Genevieve at 10:04 p.m.

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Funding available for public light-duty electric charging stations

SPRINGFIELD —Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA) Director John J. Kim has announced the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) EV Charging Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the purchase and installation of new Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) light-duty electric vehicle charging stations at publicly accessible locations.   This opportunity is being made available

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Bost secures $3 million for water treatment projects

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives approved funding today for interior programs and public health and safety, including several local projects championed by U.S. Rep. Mike Bost (IL-12). Bost secured $3 million for three projects strengthening water treatment and sanitation at facilities in Dietrich, Centralia, and Teutopolis.   “Being a governing conservative means

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