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Cyanide poisoning reported in Missouri 

COLUMBIA – University of Missouri Extension specialists urge producers to closely watch cattle grazing pastures with Johnson grass and other sorghum species.   Cattle producers in several drought-stressed parts of Missouri have recently reported cattle deaths from suspected prussic acid or hydrocyanic acid (cyanide) poisoning, says Time Evans, an MU Extension state specialist in animal health and veterinary toxicology.

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Boozy boating is dangerous, avoid BUI this summer

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) wants Illinois boaters to be aware that Boating under the Influence of Alcohol (BUI) can be hazardous for passengers and swimmers, as well as other vessels on the water. With Illinois experiencing record high temperatures, boating on Illinois lakes and waterways has become a popular way for

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Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission Environmental Quality Committee meets Friday, Sept. 8

PERRYVILLE – The Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission Environmental Quality Committee will meet Friday, Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. in the American Legion Walnut Room, 98 Grand Avenue, Perryville.   Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission Environmental Quality Committee September 8, 2023 11:00 A.M. In Person American Legion-Walnut Room 98 Grand Ave. Perryville, MO 63775  

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Reimbursement funds available for reducing lead in school drinking water

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is now accepting applications for Missouri’s public schools to request reimbursement for costs associated with reducing lead in drinking water.   During the 2022 legislative session, Missouri’s legislature passed and the Governor signed Senate Bill (SB) 681, establishing the “Get the Lead Out

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SEMO Food Bank joins Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month campaign

SIKESTON, Mo. – For Hunger Action Month this September, Southeast Missouri Food Bank will join Feeding America and other member food banks to inspire conversation and drive passion for the issue of hunger. The month-long campaign will highlight the impact of food on people’s lives, and show how a meal goes beyond solely nourishing our

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Perryville Police and Perry County Sheriff’s Deptments urge motorists to watch out for shoppers on Highway 61

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police and Perry County Sheriff’s Departments are urging motorists to caution while traveling US 61  through Saturday during the Highway 61 Yard Sale from Jackson to Festus.     The law enforcement agencies stated “Pay attention for people entering and exiting vehicles and crossing the road.   “Slow down in congested

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