JEFFERSON CITY — Governor Mike Parson has proclaimed October as Pork Month in the state of Missouri, in recognition of the high-quality pork produced by Missouri pig farmers and their families. Missouri’s pork industry ranks seventh in the nation and contributes nearly $800 million to the state’s economy annually. “Missouri continues to be a […]
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – From October 7 – 12, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson will travel to Japan for an international Trade Mission. Japan is a top source of foreign direct investment and key trade partner for Missouri, with more than $455 million in exports in 2022. Consistent with Governor Parson’s infrastructure and economic
SPRINGFIELD – The use of unmanned aircraft, or drones, for any aspect of hunting or recovery of wildlife is unlawful, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public. “Not only is drone use for hunting unlawful in Illinois, it goes against the spirit of fair chase and widely accepted hunting ethics,” said Jed Whitchurch,
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STE. GENEVIEVE – The Pro Life Citizens of Ste. Genevieve County will be gathering for their 31st Annual Life Chain on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at the Highway 32/61 intersection. Participants are asked to arrive by 1:40 p.m. to pick up signs. The silent hour-long prayerful witness will be held from 2:00 pm–3:00 pm.
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COLUMBIA – As Mizzou celebrates its 112th Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 21, the community is invited to participate in several traditional events. A full list of Homecoming events can be found here. Tiger Food Fight Friday, Sept. 29, Reynolds Alumni Center (circle drive) – Each fall, the Mizzou community makes a significant contribution to the Food Bank
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SIKESTON—Northbound Interstate 55 in Ste. Genevieve county will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge repairs. This section of roadway is located from mile marker 139 to mile marker 142. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Oct. 2 through Thursday, Oct. 5 from
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ST. LOUIS, Mo. – A partnership of 13 public and private entities led by Roeslein Alternative Energy (RAE) finalized an $80 million grant from the federal government’s first pool of funds from the U.S.D.A’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program. The funding will be used in a five-year pilot project in Iowa and Missouri called ‘Horizon
PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released its latest reports. 32-year-old Kyle King of Perryville was arrested on a fugitive warrant following a traffic stop on Edgemont Boulevard at 5:10 a.m. September 22nd. Police were called to the 800 block of North Main Street at 6:50 a.m. September 20th by a report
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PERRYVILLE — The 2023 Perryville High School Homecoming Court has been announced. It includes (from left) juniors Russell Giesler and Clara Schumer, seniors Ashton Anschultz and Johannah Hoffer, seniors Daisy Ernst and Rilyand Graham, seniors Kaelyn Goehman and Simon Wibbenmeyer, sophomores Brynn Wibbenmeyer and Ayden Turbyville, and freshmen Leah Bell and Cyler Myers
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by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Former Saluki head football coach Rey Dempsey will be the grand marshal for Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s 2023 Homecoming. Coach Rey Dempsey celebrates with the 1983 national champion Salukis and fans. (SIU file photo) Dempsey’s illustrious career included coaching for 28 years at various levels, highlighted
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