PARK HILLS – The Mineral Area College Board of Trustees will meet Thursday, February 12th in the VanHerck Board Room for a work session at 10 a.m., executive session following the work session and open session at 11 a.m. The open and work sessions are open to the public. The tentative agenda: […]
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ST. LOUIS, MO. — Today, millions of Americans serve as caregivers, supporting both young children and aging loved ones — often at the same time. Yet many lack critical lifesaving training, including how to respond in a cardiac arrest emergency. Only about one-third of U.S. adults say they feel confident and ready to act if
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SIKESTON – The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $3.1 million contract for bridges in Perry County during its regular meeting on Feb. 4. A $3,159,089 contract was awarded to Plattin Creek Excavating, LLC, for the following bridge replacements in Perry County: A bridge replacement on Route T over Saline Creek, and;
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ST. LOUIS — The American Red Cross urges people to take action now to help offset the severe impact of recent winter storms on efforts to rebuild the blood supply during an ongoing blood shortage. Donors of all blood types are asked to make a blood or platelet donation appointment as soon as possible.
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By St. Louis District Dairy Council ST. LOUIS – For those seeking new ways to add home-cooked meals and snacks to their daily routine, look to dairy foods, including milk, yogurt and cheese, to deliver quality nutrition. These versatile ingredients can create nutrient-dense meals quickly. The recently released 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans continues
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Trout fishing began Sunday morning at Perryville’s Legion Lake, though the weather may have put a chill on the experience. The temperature at the Perryville Regional Airport was two degrees below zero at the 7:04 a.m. sunrise Sunday, putting an icy hue on the first day of catch and keep
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SOUTHEAST MO. — United Way of Southeast Missouri (UWSEMO) announces the official opening of their grant application on February 2 for agencies and programs that desire to join the United Way network of partners. Applications for the organization’s two-year 2026-2028 funding cycle will be accepted until February 27 at 5 pm (CST). As
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SIKESTON, Mo. – February is Canned Food Month, and Southeast Missouri Food Bank is launching its annual You CAN Fight Hunger campaign, inviting the community to participate by donating canned foods at participating locations throughout the region. “Canned food donations play an important role in helping our partner pantries meet daily needs,” said Joey
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CAPE GIRARDEAU – A former Farmington, Missouri kindergarten teacher on Wednesday admitted possessing and sharing child sexual abuse material. Erika L. Morton, 37, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to one count of possession of child pornography. She admitted sending child sexual abuse material (CSAM) via the Kik Messenger app. In February
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Families and adults are invited to test their puzzle solving skills at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC)’s Cape Girardeau Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 28. A nature-themed escape room will require participants to crack codes, decipher animal clues, unlock hidden habitats, and solve hands-on nature challenges. Earlier timeslots are reserved
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