Regional News

Back to the Future – The Musical is coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Lead producer Colin Ingram together with Robert Zemeckis and St. Louis Native and University City High School graduate Bob Gale, the creators of the Back to the Future film trilogy, and the Fabulous Fox Theatre are thrilled to announce that single tickets for the 2022 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical, BACK

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Ameren expands pollinator support through new initiative with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

ST. LOUIS – In an effort to protect the rapidly declining monarch butterfly population, Ameren Corporation has joined forces with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the University of Illinois Chicago. The Nationwide Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances (CCAA) is a collaborative effort to support and rebuild the habitats of these pollinators.    

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Mineral Area College welcomes Lamb as Vice President of Operations

PARK HILLS – Scott Lamb of Ironton has joined Mineral Area College (MAC) as the new Vice President of Operations. He comes to MAC from BJC-Parkland Health Center, where he served as the Facilities Management, Emergency Preparedness & Public Safety Director, and Life Safety Officer.     MAC President Dr. Joe Gilgour said Lamb brings

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Red Cross recommends three steps to stay safe and cool as temperatures soar

ST. LOUIS, Mo. — As extreme heat blankets the state of Missouri, the American Red Cross of Greater St. Louis is asking residents to take three steps to stay safe: slow down, stay hydrated and spend time indoors.   Heat is more than uncomfortable, it can be deadly, especially for older adults, the very young

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‘Waltzing Thru Missouri’ at the July 9 Women’s Connection

Submitted article FARMINGTON — Popular Farmington Historian, Howard Nobel tells us his Special Feature Presentation, “Waltzing Thru Missouri” is a little play on our state song, “The Missouri Waltz.”     It is a survey of some of the interesting and unique place names, large and small that are located in our state. We will

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SEMO Food Bank receives 4-star rating from Charity Navigator

SIKESTON, Mo. – For the ninth straight year, Charity Navigator has given its highest rating, four stars, to the Southeast Missouri Food Bank for demonstrating strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency.   “It is truly an honor to again receive Charity Navigator’s 4-star rating,” said Joey Keys, chief executive officer of the

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Ameren Missouri to upgrade natural gas meters in southeast Missouri

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Ameren Missouri will soon be replacing 20-year-old technology for natural gas customers throughout southeast Missouri. The company plans to install upgraded natural gas modules to existing meters in Cape Girardeau and Dexter starting in July. This upgrade will provide detailed information to Ameren Missouri’s natural gas customers so they can manage

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Ameren encourages customers to protect themselves and save money as temperatures rise

ST. LOUIS – With near triple-digit temperatures in the forecast, Ameren is providing some suggestions to help customers stay safe and cool while keeping energy costs low. “Extreme heat comes with health and safety concerns, and that’s why we want our customers to be aware and take action to protect themselves,” said Tony Lozano, director of

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