Regional News

Enjoy maple sugaring at the Cape Nature Center Feb. 5

CAPE GIRARDEAU – As the weather changes, maple tree sap begins to flow and can soon be transformed into sweet treats. Find out how nature can satisfy your sweet tooth at Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) free Maple Sugaring event from 2 – 4 p.m. on Feb. 5 at Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center. Participants […]

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Unemployment is down across the Mo River Region counties

JEFFERSON CITY — Unemployment is down locally according to the latest report from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development.   Unemployment in Perry County fell from 3.4 in December 2020 to 2.0 in December 2021. The rate had been 1.8 in November 2021.   The jobless rate in Ste. Genevieve County was

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Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ comes to the Fabulous Fox Theatre

ST. LOUIS — Disney Theatrical Productions and the Fabulous Fox Theatre announced Monday that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King will go on sale to the public on Monday, February 7 at 10 a.m. St. Louis’s most eagerly awaited return will once again leap onto the Fabulous Fox Theatre stage

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Winter weather, ongoing COVID-19 surge continue to threaten blood supply

ST. LOUIS — While there has been a significant and encouraging response to the dire need for blood across the nation, the American Red Cross needs more people to give in the weeks ahead to recover from its worst blood shortage in more than a decade. Those interested in helping are urged to schedule the

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Their Election Agenda

By Jason Smith, member of Congress    Since our nation’s founding, American elections have all featured some basic, commonsense rules. Americans – not foreigners, non-citizens, or illegal immigrants – are granted the right to choose our leaders. That’s why folks are asked to show identification when they go to the polls. We elect those leaders

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Cape Nature Center, Southeast Regional Office close due to COVID-19

CAPE GIRARDEAU – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will close its Southeast Regional Office in Cape Girardeau on Jan. 14, and Cape Girardeau Nature Center on Jan. 14 – 15 due to COVID-19. Both locations will reopen Jan. 18. The Southeast Regional Office will be closed to visitors Friday, Jan. 14. During this time,

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Jefferson College Observatory lists 2022 events

HILLSBORO — In connection with the partnership between Jefferson College and the St. Louis Astronomical Society (SLAS) to develop an observatory site on the Hillsboro campus, the College will host several informational “Aim for the Stars” observation nights throughout 2022 for those who want to learn more about astronomy.   There is no cost to

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Jefferson College partners with Lindenwood University

HILLSBORO — Jefferson College is pleased to announce a new transfer partnership with Lindenwood University. The program, part of Lindenwood’s Bridge Scholarships, offers a path for Jefferson College students interested in pursuing a four-year degree.   Jefferson College President Dr. Dena McCaffrey and Lindenwood President Dr. John Porter signed the agreement, marking the fourth partnership

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