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MU Extension webinar series looks at common garden woes

CAPE GIRARDEAU – Gardening enthusiasts can learn how to deal with diseases, insects and weeds in your vegetable garden during a three-part webinar series presented by University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialists 6:30-8 p.m. Mondays, June 3-June 17.   Tomatoes, a favorite vegetable garden plant, have numerous issues each year, says Debi Kelly, who will […]

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MRV Banks steps up to support local family after devastating house fire

CAPE GIRARDEAU – In an extraordinary act of community support, MRV Banks has come to the aid of a local family who recently lost their home in a devastating fire. The bank has provided essential financial assistance to help the family get back on their feet during this challenging time.     The fire, which

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Court approves EPA settlement requiring payment of response costs at Missouri Electric Works Superfund Site

LENEXA, Kan. – On Wednesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the court approval of a settlement agreement with 36 private parties and three federal agencies for payment of EPA’s past and future cleanup costs at the Missouri Electric Works Superfund Site in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The settlement agreement is issued under the authority

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Abortion Action Missouri announces endorsements for state senate

ST. LOUIS – On Tuesday May 14th, Abortion Action Missouri announced its endorsement of the following candidates for State Senate;   Rep. Patty Lewis, Senate District 7Sen. Barbara Anne Washington, Senate District 9Joe Pereles, Senate District 15Rep. Maggie Nurrenbern, Senate District 17Stephen Webber, Senate District 19Matt Williams, Senate District 23 Executive Director Mallory Schwarz said,

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MRV Banks recognized as one of ICBA’s best performing banks of 2024

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — MRV Banks proudly announces its inclusion in the esteemed list of the Independent Community Bankers of America’s (ICBA) Best Performing Banks of 2024. This prestigious recognition underscores MRV Banks’ unwavering commitment to excellence and its dedication to serving the community.   ICBA, the nation’s leading advocate for community banks, meticulously evaluates

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Don’t let mylar balloons leave your party in the dark

ST. LOUIS – With warmer weather upon us and outdoor party season underway, Ameren is asking customers to use caution when including Mylar balloons as part of celebrations.   Ameren is reminding customers that when Mylar balloons float into electric power lines or equipment they can cause power outages, create safety issues and potentially harm

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