The day before the bridge came down….. photo by Charlie Bargman Some puffs of smoke, a loud boom and four seconds later the Chester Bridge was in the Mississippi. Shawnell Madison was on the Chester riverfront and caught some crowd audio of the historic event. The old Chester Bridge came down Monday morning as […]
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Businesses honored for building relationships, supporting communities and demonstrating that good neighboring is good business. SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Six Missouri businesses have been selected to receive the 2026 Missouri Good Neighbor Week Most Neighborly Business Award, which recognizes businesses that go beyond transactions to build trust, uplift people and strengthen their communities. 2026 honorees D’Zines
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Riverside Regional LibraryPrograms and Events for October, 2026Program title: ScrapbookingDate and time: Thursday, October 1 from 1 to 3 pmBranch: Scott CityCome socialize, make progress on your scrapbook projects and share ideas. For ages 12+ atthe Scott City Branch.Program title: Chess ClubDate and time: Thursday, October 1 at 3:30 pmBranch: JacksonCome to learn, play, or
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Sept. 24, 2026) – From sinus issues and hearing concerns to advanced treatments, patients in Southeast Missouri can now receive specialized care without leaving their communities. Mercy’s newest clinics in Cape Girardeau and Perryville bring expert ear, nose and throat (ENT) care closer to home, improving access and convenience for families.
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PERRYVILLE, MO — University of Missouri Extension in Perry County is bringing AARP’s popular Senior Planet curriculum to local older adults with an upcoming educational session titled “Passwords, Passkeys, and More.” The workshop is designed to help area seniors reduce the frustration of managing multiple online accounts while strengthening their personal cybersecurity. As digital
The infamous River Hills Run is back on the fair program after its successful revival last year. This run is from the Mississippi River in Wittenberg to the Fairgrounds. The 4.5-mile course is often described as “uphill all of the way” and that is fairly close to accurate. A Kids Fun Run will follow. It
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AGENDAREGULAR MEETING6:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026City Hall Council Chambers · 215 North West Street · Perryville, MO 637751. Call to order by Mayor – Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and Invocation.2. Introduction of new employee: Austyn Wolk – Street & Refuse Department Maintenance Technician Ethan Pecaut – Water Plant/Wastewater Plant Maintenance Technician3. Citizen’s
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