Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. recently donated 25,000 pounds of food to the St. Louis Area Food Bank. This donation included cereal, popcorn, baking items, mac & cheese, skillet meals, and more, all items that will soon be making their way to families in the community. A spokesman for the St. Louis Food Bank said, “With […]
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Last month, the Citizens Electric Board of Directors stepped out of the boardroom and into the field during their annual board retreat. The day included lunch with Linemen in Ste. Genevieve County and a visit to the construction site of Salem Bulk to Valley View, a new transmission line project. Seeing these projects firsthand gives
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By Crystal Jones The region is addressing its skilled workforce short-age through strategic investments in technical education and industry-driven training. In Perryville, workforce development has become a key driver of economic growth, with career and technical education initiatives preparing students for high-demand occupations. Ranken Technical College’s Southeast campus, located in the Perryville Industrial Park, currently
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MEQUON, Wis. (August 8, 2026) – Each semester, Concordia University Wisconsin recognizes students whose academic achievement reflects their dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence. Congratulations to the following students who earned honors for the spring semester. Their hard work and pursuit of academic excellence are commendable, and we celebrate this well-deserved accomplishment. The President’s Honors
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Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08) visited the Franke family farm where he met with Neil and Michelle Franke to tour their operation and hear about the regulatory and insurance challenges facing farmers who raise diverse livestock. Congressman Smith said, “Neil and Michelle have built one of the most diverse operations you’ll find in Southeast Missouri, from
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AGENDAPERRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 32Board of Education Regular Meeting – Open SessionWednesday, August 12, 2026Temporary Central Office, 503 Schindler Road (rear entrance)7:00 p.m.I. Open Session called to orderII. Pledge of AllegianceIII. Approval of the AgendaIV. Patron CommentsV. Approval of the Consent Agenda itemsA. July 15, 2026 Open Session MinutesB. July 19, 2026 Open Session
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Perry County’s voters turned out at a pace not seen in a Primary Election in more than a decade. Unofficially 5,690 voters cast a ballot in the County for a turnout of more than 41% Perry County voters approved Prop K.I.D.S. by nearly 800 votes after a similar measure failed in the April Election by
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The results are in from Tuesday’s Primary election. Just over 41% of the voters cast their ballots. Voters have given their approval to build a new facility for Perryville High School (Prop Kids), 3,035 in favor to 2,258 opposed. State Representative District 145 (Republican Party) race was heavily watched. On the Republican ticket, Bryant Wolfin
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Programs and Events for August 2026 Program title: Dog Days of Summer Date: month of August Branch: Scott City Head to the Scott City Branch to celebrate the Dog Days of Summer!! Bring in a photo of your dog and enter the contest by August 15. Judging will be the week of August 17. Or
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Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) and the Perry County Health Department are hosting “Bellies, Babies & Beyond” from 11 a.m. to @ p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, at Perry Park Center in Perryville. The free event will connect expecting parents, new mothers and young families with local resources and support.
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