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SGHS hosts inaugural French Honor Society induction ceremony

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STE. GENEVIEVE – Ste. Genevieve High School held its first-ever induction ceremony for the Société Honoraire de Français (French Honor Society) this fall, led by French teacher Mme. Bre Uzzell.     The French Honor Society recognizes high-achieving students who have demonstrated excellence in French studies and a commitment to understanding Francophone cultures. During the […]

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SGHS French students experience Moroccan tea ceremony

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STE. GENEVIEVE  – Ste. Genevieve High School French 4 students in Mme. Bre Uzzell’s class explored the Maghreb region of French-speaking Northern Africa this week, concluding their study with an authentic Moroccan tea ceremony.     Students learned about the cultural significance of the ceremony, including the type of tea traditionally used, and watched a

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Perryville public works director receives public utilities award

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COLUMBIA – A multi-state organization of municipal utilities has honored Perryville Public Works Director Jeff Layton with its Buddy Bennett – Lee Barker Community Service Award.     Jeff Layton, Public Works Director for the City of Perryville, is presented with MPUA’s Buddy Bennett – Lee Barker Community Service Award. (Oct. 2, Osage Beach, MO)    The

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McKendree University reports largest total enrollment since 2017

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by Tina Napper LEBANON, IL (10/06/2025) McKendree University has announced its largest total enrollment since 2017. This marks four consecutive years of enrollment growth at a time when many institutions across the country are seeing numbers decline or stagnate.   This fall, 2,531 total students are enrolled at McKendree – up from 2,415 in 2024.

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Long-term care residents honored during Residents’ Rights Month

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JEFFERSON CITY, MO — During October, Residents’ Rights Month is recognized to bring awareness to the dignity, respect and value of long-term care residents. This year’s theme is “Stand with Me” which emphasizes the importance of solidarity and support for residents who stand up and advocate for their rights, as well as the value of encouraging the community to

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Illinois issues warning about lithium-ion batteries

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SPRINGFIELD, Ill- The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM), fire departments and organizations across Illinois are teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) — the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) for more than 100 years — to promote this year’s FPW campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your

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IDNR recognizes Illinois Conservation Police Officer of the Year

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SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) recognized numerous conservation police officers and civilians for acts of bravery, compassion and distinguished service to the people of Illinois.    “I’m incredibly proud of the work of our conservation police, from their efforts to save lives and protect the wildlife of Illinois to making strong connections

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CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn receives Marks of Excellence Award from NFBPA Chicago

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CHICAGO — The Chicago Chapter of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) has awarded Raven A. DeVaughn, Director of the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, with a 2025 Marks of Excellence Award.    This distinguished honor recognizes outstanding African American professionals in public administration and service across Illinois. The Marks of Excellence Awards

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