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EPA celebrates 50 years of safe and clean drinking water

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LENEXA, Kan.  – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has marked the 50th anniversary of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), passed in 1974 to set federal standards for drinking-water quality. President Joe Biden issued a statement commemorating the Safe Drinking Water Act’s 50th anniversary. Since December 16, 1974 — when Congress passed the Safe Drinking Act legislation that […]

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Dispose of live Christmas trees with these expert tips

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LISLE, Ill.—Whether people with live Christmas trees intend to keep theirs up for a short or extended time this holiday season, the tree care experts at The Morton Arboretum recommend planning ahead for their proper disposal once they’re taken down. “Festive evergreen trees brighten homes during the holiday season, but they won’t last forever,” said

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Two SG R-II Dragons honored by Missouri Association of Student Councils

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Two SG R-II educators have earned top honors from the Missouri Association of Student Councils (MASC), highlighting their outstanding dedication to students and leadership.   Congratulations to Ste. Genevieve High School teacher and Student Council co-sponsor Tyson Roth, who was named the Southeast Regional Sponsor of the Year, and SGHS Principal Dr.

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Speaker Designee Jon Patterson to form committee to evaluate efficiency in state government

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri House Speaker Designee Jon Patterson today announced his intent to form the new Standing Committee on Government Efficiency dedicated to rooting out waste and fiscal excess in the new legislative session.   “President-Elect Donald Trump is doing something often talked about, but rarely acted on: creating a federal entity dedicated

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SGCMH receives 4-Star rating from National Rural Rating System

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital has announced that it has been awarded a prestigious 4 star rating by the National Rural Rating System (NRRS), a program recognizing excellence in rural healthcare, as well as being named to the National Rural Honor Roll.     This esteemed designation is a testament to hospital’s

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Public invited to attend justice center open house

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PERRYVILLE – Perry County and Perryville along with Zoellner Construction invites the community to tour the newly constructed Perry County Joint Justice Center January 10th and 11th. The guided tours will be conducted in small groups with stops inside the building to meet individuals who oversee the individual departments.   Historic photographs will also be

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Pay Transparency Law takes effect January 1

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is reminding job seekers and employers that, effective January 1, 2025, all job postings made by employers with 15 or more employees will need to include pay scale and benefit information. This amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 (IL EPA) was contained in HB 3129, passed by the General

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