Regional News

Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri launches unprecedented $50 million comprehensive campaign

ST. LOUIS – Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri publicly launched a $50 million comprehensive campaign on February 24, 2022, the largest-ever investment in girl development in the eastern Missouri region and the largest philanthropic effort in the organization’s history. This unprecedented investment will ensure that each girl in the eastern Missouri region has an opportunity […]

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Discovery Playhouse and SEMO-NASV form new partnership

CAPE GIRARDEAU – Southeast Missouri Network Against Sexual Violence (SEMONASV) has formed a new partnership with the Discovery Playhouse Children’s Museum. Starting in April 2022, SEMO-NASV’s Green Bear Project will have its own corner in the Southeast Health exhibit called Green Bear Junction.   In the new exhibit the program’s mascot, Green Bear, along with

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SB I-55, Route 61 reduced at Center Junction for repairs

SIKESTON–Contractor crews will soon begin repairs to the southbound Interstate 55 bridge at mile marker 99 between Cape Girardeau and Jackson, Missouri. Damage was caused during a traffic incident involving a tractor-trailer truck.  Both the bridge and safety barrier were inspected and are structurally sound. Repairs will be made to the concrete.  Contractor crews will

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Riverside Regional Library announces events for March

JACKSON – The Riverside Regional Library has announced its March events.   There are two Riverside Regional Library branches in Perry County: 66 Poplar Street, Altenburg (573) 824-5267 and 800 City Park Drive, Perryville (573) 547-6508.   Date: March 1 – 15 Title: Winter Reading Challenge Place: online/all branches   The Winter Reading Challenge is

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March is Red Cross Month

ST. LOUIS — Red Cross Disaster and Recruitment volunteer, Dustin Wisnasky, states “I volunteer to be the light in a scene of dark time… to be the positive during a negative moment,,, and to bring help to those in need.”   In March, the American Red Cross of Missouri and Arkansas is honoring the people

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Jefferson College holds ‘Reach for the Stars’ Preview Day Open House

HILLSBORO – Prospective students, along with their family and friends, are encouraged to “Reach for the Stars” while learning more about Jefferson College’s numerous high quality academic programs and support services, during the Preview Day open house on Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on the Hillsboro campus.   Attendees may stop by the

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri and Laumeier Sculpture Park honor lives lost due to COVID-19 with Rose River Memorial Installation

ST. LOUIS – Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is partnering with Laumeier Sculpture Park to honor and grieve the many lives lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Sunday, March 6, Laumeier is hosting an open reception and dedication for its installation of Rose River Memorial, a grassroots, community art movement led by artist Marcos

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Grant funding awarded for Project Prom, Graduation Lock-In events

SIKESTON – The Southeast Coalition for Roadway Safety recently awarded grant funding to local schools that will hold student lock-in events for Project Prom or High School Graduation. Schools will receive $200 each to assist with event expenses such as location rental, food or entertainment. Event must include a presentation or activity educating students on

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$300,000 raised at Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s fundraiser

CAPE GIRARDEAU – The Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri raised $300,000 at its annual signature fundraising event, Dessert First. The donations received support Girls Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s “Her Future is Our Future Campaign”, a comprehensive campaign designed to ensure that every girl in the region, today and for generations to come has the opportunity

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Riverside Regional Library celebrates Dr. Seuss’ 118th birthday

JACKSON – The Riverside Regional Library branches are celebrating Dr. Seuss’ 118th birthday February 28-March 5.   The event will include Make-n-Take craft kits.   Dr. Seuss has not only brought us joy through his books, but has taught us to be ourselves and to be kind to each other, as well as our environment.

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