Perryville News

Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial invites the public to join us for a special Candlelight Vigil onFriday, September 18, 2026, at 6:30 PM as we come together to honor and remember America’sPrisoners of War and those who are Missing in Action.This moving evening of reflection will pay tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of ournation’s

Although the East Perry Community Fair in Altenburg has called the “Best Little Fair in the Land” for nearly eighty years, it can hardly be termed little anymore.  With an attendance estimated at from 25,000 to 30,000 for the two-day event, it has grown from its small beginnings to one of the largest annual events

The City of Perryville would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Neal Adams for his incredible work documenting the transition of the Chester Bridge to the Don Welge Memorial Bridge.   What started simply as a hobby has grown into something that has made a remarkable impact far beyond our local communities. Throughout

The American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) annual Americanism Poppy Poster Contest teaches school-aged children about patriotism, veterans, and service through art. Carol Rozier Committee Chair for Americanism and ALA President Post 133 Carol Taylor present Charlotte Schmidt a certificate for the ALA Poppy Poster Contest. Charlotte won the Class 1 Division at Dept. level and her