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Funding opportunity announced for energy efficiency assessments and projects

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Acting Director James Jennings today announced additional funding for two energy efficiency grant opportunities. The Energy Efficiency Assessment (EEA) Program has $350,000 in funding available for recipients to conduct energy efficiency assessments at properties serving residents receiving housing assistance from a state or federal program. The Energy Efficiency Trust […]

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Auditor finds Missouri has an overburdened system for refunding sales tax overpayments

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – According to a new report released last week by State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick, a change in Missouri law meant to ensure taxpayers have an increased opportunity to recover sales and use tax overpayments has instead resulted in a significant increase in the number of overpayments being held by the state while

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Attorney General Hanaway warns Missourians to watch for HVAC and winter weather scams

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – As Winter Weather Preparedness Week begins across Missouri, Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is reminding consumers to prepare their homes and to stay alert for scams that often spike when the temperatures drop. “Winter brings more than snow and ice; it brings scammers looking for an easy target,” said Attorney General Hanaway. “Whether it’s

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Winners all around at SIU’s 2025 Homecoming

by Christi Mathis CARBONDALE, Ill. — Huge crowds turned out for Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s “Saluki Spooktacular” Homecoming 2025 drawn by nostalgia, lovely weather, a fun Halloween vibe and great activities galore, including a big block party, a Mariah the Scientist concert, a huge Carbondale Halloween Homecoming Music Street Festival and much more. (Above) SIU’s

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Red Cross to host training for new local disaster response volunteers

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The American Red Cross of Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas needs local disaster response volunteers and will be hosting a training for anyone interested to attend. The Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers provide immediate compassion, access to assistance and resource information to their neighbors in their time of need.   The Disaster Action

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Perryville Police reports

PERRYVILLE – The Perryville Police Department has released two reports.   A dog attack on another dog was reported October 17th in the 1200 block of West North Street. 1:13 p.m. Melissa Haymaker of Perryville was cited in connection with the incident.   18-year-old Demarien A. Davis of Cae Girardeau was charged with shoplifting and

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MRV Banks helps local organizations thrive with donated computers

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – At MRV Banks, giving back to the community isn’t just an idea, it’s action. Recently, the bank took steps to make a real difference by donating computers to two local organizations, SEMO NASV and Safe House of Southeast Missouri, helping them better serve those who rely on their services every day.

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Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial to dedicate new campus expansion on Veterans Day

PERRYVILLE — Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial (MNVM) invites the public to join in honoring America’s heroes this Veterans Day, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.   During this annual observance, the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, MNVM will dedicate its newest campus expansion, marking another step in its mission to

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