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Perryville holds ‘bittersweet’ graduation

Perryville student commencement speaker Drew Layton could only think of one word as he and his classmates walked out of Perryville High School for the last time: bittersweet. “I used to say …

City holds Fire Station grand opening

The Perryville Fire Department opened what could be considered a piece of history. City administrators, firefighters, and others took part in a grand opening and ribbon cutting for a brand-new fire …

St. Vincent grads earn schlaorships

St. Vincent recently graduated 42 students. Below is the schloarships that each student earned. Grant Edward Abernathy – University of Missouri Curators Scholar Award, River Hills Aerie and …

Board discusses coaches as drivers

The Perry County District #32 Board of Education discussed a pressing issue when it comes to extracurricular activities at its last meeting on May 10. The board revisited a previous topic from last …

HIWAY RODDERS Car and Truck show results

The HIWAY RODDERS Car and Truck Show was held on Saturday during Mayfest. Below is the winners of each category Antique 1900 - 1948 1st Jamie Buchheit 1925 Ford Model T Street Rod 1900 …

Mayfest with a western twist set for this weekend

Mayfest is going back in time this weekend. The 38th annual version of the event will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce with a western twist, as this …

City installs bulk water fill station

The City of Perryville has introduced a way to help out commercial industry. A bulk water fill station was recently installed on Toohey Drive near TG-Missouri. Perryville Public Works Director Jeff …

Buerck earns Jay T. Bell Award

One of Perryville’s own was recognized for his work as a city official by the state. Perryville City Administrator Brent Buerck was honored with the Jay T. Bell Award that is presented each …

Fire Station nearing completion, grand opening

An important addition of the Perryville Fire Department is close to completion. Perryville Administrator Brent Buerck noted during his report at the Board of Aldermen meeting May 2 that the …

Art installed around Perryville for exhibit

The City of Perryville had an infusion of art within the last week. Director of Perry County Heritage Tourism Trish Erzfeld spearheaded the 2023 Perryville Sculpture Exhibit on Friday. It is the …
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Schremp finishes sixth at state

St. Vincent made the most out of their time at state, especially Jacob Schremp. Schremp had the best day of any of the St. Vincent athletes when he finished sixth in discus at the Class 1 State Meet …

Gerler qualifies for state in shot put

Perryville track will send one athlete to state. Sophomore Ellie Gerler finished fourth in the shot put to advance to the state meet during the Class 4 sectional in Hillsboro Saturday. Gerler threw a …

SV track sends athletes to state meet

The Indians are state bound. After the St. Vincent track team had a great district meet, that success continued. St. Vincent will send three individuals and four relay teams onto state after …
OBITUARIES
Emil G. Schaaf
Emil Gerald Schaaf, 92, of Perryville, died Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at his residence. He was born July 23, 1930 in Kimmswick, MO to Herman and Lelia Frances (Butler) Schaaf. Emil and Leontine …
Jack L. Reiss
Jack Lee Reiss, 89, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Perryville, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023 at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. He was born October 11, 1933 in Perry County, MO …
Lowell ‘Joe’ Long
Lowell M. “Joe” Long, Perryville High Class of 1966, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023, after a long struggle with Type 2 Diabetes and its complications. Joe also graduated from Arkansas …
Beulah Loida
Beulah Loida, 89, of Sainte Genevieve, died Monday, May 8, 2023, at Ste. Genevieve Care Center in Sainte Genevieve. She was born February 11, 1934 in Lawrenceton, MO She was married to Harry A. Loida …
Thomas D. Boland
Thomas “Tom” Dean Boland, 63, of Minnith, Missouri peacefully passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at his home. He was born July 27, 1959 in Perryville, MO to Franklin “Buck” …
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Letter to the Editor: Be informed

Dear Editor, Are you an informed & truly committed citizen of this republic of ours? Do you believe that our nation historically has and should continue to embrace change/growth? Do you know who …

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Video: Coffee cake workshop

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