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Kevykev will be missed

Donze Communications staffer Paul Brown wrote this beautiful tribute… This is a very difficult post to write. We’ve been trying to put into words for awhile what’s been happening with KevyKev. We know that’s the number one question we get here, is what’s up with Kevin? About 5 weeks ago, it seems Kevin contracted the

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SIU researcher aims to make 3D-printed metal parts more robust — and strengthen trust in the tech

by Tim Obermiller CARBONDALE, Ill. — To many, 3D printing evokes images of desktop gadgets spitting out plastic trinkets. In reality, additive manufacturing (AM) now builds metal components for aircraft engines, medical devices and other intricate parts not easily made with traditional methods. The catch? Tiny, hard-to-avoid defects in printed metals can weaken parts and

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Most popular Halloween decorations by state 2025

http://www.Lombardohomes.com/ As the days get shorter, and the nights become cooler, and pumpkins are appearing on porches across America, it can only mean one thing: Halloween is near! Homeowners are embracing spooky season by decking out their homes with everything from classic carved pumpkins to elaborate haunted house displays.     At Lombardo Homes, we know

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Mobile app that helped merchants verify authenticity of IDs may no longer be available

JEFFERSON CITY – The Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Control is exploring potential solutions that will allow it to once again provide a free mobile application that, until recently, has assisted Missouri alcohol and tobacco merchants in verifying the authenticity of driver licenses and other forms of state-issued IDs. ATC’s contract with Vivayic, the developer

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Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial to unveil new honor flag memorial statues

PERRYVILLE, MO – Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 2 p.m. Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial (MNVM) is proud to announce the dedication of two new statues honoring America’s heroes.     The Dedication Ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. in the Honor Flag Memorial in Perryville, Mo.   The event will unveil two striking new

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Missouri Right To Life thanks Attorney General Catherine Hanaway for defending parental rights

JEFFERSON CITY – On October 7, 2025, the Jackson County Circuit Court dismissed a lawsuit brought by an organization called “Right by You” which sought to strike down Missouri’s parental consent law for minors’ abortions. “Right by You” claimed that the parental consent laws were invalidated by the 2024 adoption of Amendment 3. The Court

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Missouri health officials urge vigilance as West Nile Virus activity increases in 2025

JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is urging residents to take precautions as the state experiences a rise in West Nile virus (WNV) activity this year. Surveillance data show a marked increase in human cases in Missouri, as well as nationally, compared to previous years.   West Nile virus is the

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Mid Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge ribbon cutting

City of Ste. Genevieve STE. GENEVIEVE – We’re proud to announce the official opening of the Mid Mississippi River National Wildlife Refuge!     Pictured are Vern Bauman, Chairman of Ste. Genevieve Joint Levee District, Bob Mueller, local historian and task force member, John Karel, chair of the task force, Mary Elise Okenfuss, task force

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