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A young musician strums his guitar near the speakers as Perryville’s Carson French captivates the crowd on stage during Saturday’s Rocktoberfest.
Rocktoberfest rocks downtown Perryville
Music fest rocks downtown Perryville By Kevin Jenkins editor@perryvillenews.com Rocktoberfest returned Saturday evening to downtown Perryville — and it didn’t disappoint the large crowd … more
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This Saturday night’s Rocktoberfest kicks off with a local favorite — students from The Guitar Shop, performing as The Hopi Lane Players, will open on the EXP Productions Main Stage at 5:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to come out and have a great time listening to some great music while cheering on the talent and hard work of these young musicians.
Rocktoberfest set to rock downtown Saturday night
The beat of fall will echo through downtown this weekend as Rocktoberfest 2025 takes over the City Square on Saturday night, filling the streets with live music, classic cars, food, drinks and … more
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Chester’s Fall Festival returns Oct. 16–19, bringing four days of carnival rides, live music, contests, a parade and family fun to Cole Memorial Park and the Fairgrounds.
Chester Fall Festival set for Oct. 16–19
The City of Chester’s Fall Festival returns Thursday, Oct. 16 through Sunday, Oct. 19 with four days of carnival rides, live music, contests, a parade and family activities centered at Cole … more
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The Fireball Run racing teams, along with Perryville City Administrator Brent Buerck, shout out their excitement as they get ready to jump back into their race cars to make tracks to their next stop.
Community shines as Fireball Run stops in Perryville
The Fireball Run has been described as more than a rally. It is part race, part scavenger hunt and part reality TV show. Twenty-three teams made up of astronauts, actors, corporate leaders, and … more
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Sugar, owned by Cody Hadler, made a jump of 60 inches to win its weight class at this year’s East Perry County Community Fair. That’s just 2 inches below the fair record. Hadler also tied for first place in the open class with the Rev. Richie Dement’s mule Pedro, who has won multiple times in years past at the fair.
‘Best Little Fair in the Land’ draws record crowds
After a slight drop in turnout at last year’s East Perry County Community Fair in Altenburg, this year saw a rebound of attendance to the record highs of the last few years, thanks to cooler … more
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Around 280 motorcycles roar down West St. Joseph Street on Saturday afternoon as part of the 13th Annual Bikers on the Square in downtown Perryville. The riders came from across the country to participate in the patriotic event.
Engines roar, flags wave as Perryville honors biker veterans
Beneath blue skies and warm September sunshine, the rumble of engines and the snap of American flags once again filled downtown Perryville as the 13th Annual Bikers on the Square rolled into town … more
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Perryville Mayor Larry Riney (center, right) shakes hands with Green Jellÿ frontman, Bill Manspeaker. Pictured (from left) are concert organizer and promoter, Lance Bohnert; Al Williams, Manspeaker and Riney, Jella Lugosi and Sam Poe. According to Bohnert, this is the first heavy metal band to perform a concert in Perryville.
Lance-a-palooza rocks with Green Jellÿ’s help
What started as a dream from Perryville native Lance Bohnert turned into a community-wide celebration as “Lance-a-palooza” brought the 1990s cult band Green Jellÿ (pronounced Jell-O) … more
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The mules have become a fixture at the annual East Perry County Community Fair in Altenburg. They will be competing again on Saturday afternoon.
East Perry County Community Fair returns this weekend
You can hear it before you see it: the clatter of stock trailers on Church Street, the thrum of a tractor pull warming up, the murmur of neighbors swapping news over a slice of homemade pie. For … more
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The Fireball Run will make Perryville one of its featured destinations on Sept. 25-26.
Perryville takes spotlight when Fireball Run comes to town
 When the roar of engines echoes off the courthouse square later this month, Perryville will find itself on a national stage. The Fireball Run, a no-holds-barred adventure series that blends … more
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The promotion for Lance-a-palooza has been as interesting as the band’s hit song The Three Little Pigs. At this year’s Mayfest, Lance Bohnert came up with a last-minute parade act that included costumed pigs and a big bad wolf on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
‘Lance-a-palooza’ brings Green Jellÿ to Perryville Saturday night
When Perryville native Lance Bohnert dreams, he dreams big. Haunted houses, animatronic monsters, rock stars painted up in surreal costumes — and now, his latest creation: … more
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Motorcyclists will be filling the streets of downtown Perryville for the 13th annual Bikers on the Square taking place Sept. 19 and 20.
Bikers on the Square returns to Perryville next weekend
The rumble of engines, the snap of American flags, and a sea of chrome will once again transform downtown Perryville as the 13th Annual Bikers on the Square rolls into town Friday and Saturday, Sept. … more
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Keith Ital fills the Perry County Senior Center with gospel, country, and Elvis favorites during his Aug. 20 concert, sponsored by Legacy Hospice. The 90-minute show mixed music with stories from his colorful life.
Singer brings music and memories to Perry County seniors
For nearly 90 minutes on Aug. 20, the Perry County Senior Center sounded like a mix of Nashville and Las Vegas as Keith Ital brought his gospel, country, and Elvis-style music to town. The concert, … more
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A solitary semi truck sits on the city square during the Laid Back On I-55 Truck Show, with the majestic beauty of the Perry County Courthouse providing an impressive background.
Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show goes off without a hitch
The 8th Annual Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show celebrated its eighth year last weekend in downtown Perryville, drawing thousands of visitors and 128 trucks from here, there, and everywhere between. … more
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Youth showcase work at 2025 Perry County 4-H Fair
Young people showcased nearly 700 items and animals during the 2025 Perry County 4-H Fair shows this summer. Perry County 4-H members demonstrated their skills and accomplishments at the 4-H … more
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This weekend, the Laid Back On I-55 Truck Show returns to downtown Perryville for its 8th year. Friday and Saturday will feature a lot of family-friendly fun for all ages and raise much-needed funds for the Down Syndrome Association.
Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show rolls into Perryville this weekend
The Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show will rumble into downtown Perryville this Friday and Saturday for its eighth year, bringing big rigs, live music and a cause close to the community’s heart. … more
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The Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show rolls into town Aug. 15-16. This annual celebration transforms downtown Perryville into a showcase of some of the tri-state region’s fanciest and best-lit big rigs, drawing truckers, families, and visitors from all over.
Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show returns August 15-16
Mark your calendar for the Laid Back on I-55 Truck Show, rolling into town Friday, Aug. 15 through Saturday, Aug. 16. This annual celebration transforms downtown Perryville into a showcase of … more
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This year’s Seminary Picnic certainly lived up to its tradition of being a reunion for the community. One of the most common sites around the seminary grounds were families and friends gathered at tables or standing in circles enjoying good conversation and lots of laughter.
Perfect weather draws large crowds to 124th annual Seminary Picnic
With a welcome break from the recent heatwave, the 124th annual Seminary Picnic wrapped up Sunday, Aug. 3, after three days of tradition, community and entertainment on the seminary grounds in … more
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Two boys enjoy some ice cream on a hot and humid Saturday afternoon at the 2024 Seminary Picnic. The weather is expected to be in the low 80s, with a chance of thunderstorms Friday night.
Seminary Picnic returns for 124th year
This weekend, join your neighbors — old friends and new — for a slice of Perryville tradition. After all, some things only get better with age. For 124 summers, Perryville has … more
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After the winners of the St. Vincent Educational Foundation Car Raffle is chosen at the Seminary Picnic, a photo is taken of the prizewinners that is printed in the Republic-Monitor. This is a photo of the 2024 winners.
Car Raffle a Seminary Picnic tradition
For nearly three decades, the annual car raffle at the Seminary Picnic has been a highlight of the weekend and a major fundraiser for St. Vincent Schools. This year, the tradition continues with a … more
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Perry County 4-H kids work hard throughout the year on a variety of projects.
Perry County 4-H Fair returns Thursday, July 31
“Learning by Doing” is the foundation of 4-H work, and each year, many young people between the ages of 5 and 19 do just that. The public is invited to support the 4-H members during … more
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Perry County Sheriff Jason Klaus presents Deputy Lonnie “Superman” Johnson with a redesigned squad car made especially for the “Man of Steel.”
Sheriff’s deputy gets ‘super’ makeover for his patrol car
The sixth annual Heroes for Kids Comic Con, held Saturday and Sunday at the Perry Park Center, delivered a weekend packed with fun for fans of superheroes, horror and sci-fi. But this year’s … more
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Speaking at Saturday morning’s dedication ceremony, Major General Charles D. Hausman, adjutant general of the Missouri National Guard, focused on the Huey’s importance as a living testament to the courage and resilience of Vietnam-era veterans.
Hundreds Gather for Huey Helicopter Dedication at Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial
A large and enthusiastic crowd braved overcast skies to witness a significant new chapter in Missouri’s commemoration of military service: the unveiling and dedication of a restored Vietnam … more
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Heroes for Kids Comic Con returns Saturday and Sunday to Perry Center, bringing with it all kinds of superheroes and villains, science fi ction favorites and monsters of all kinds gathered together for a weekend full of fun.
Heroes for Kids Comic Con returns this weekend
The wait is over for comic book fans, pop culture lovers, and families looking for a weekend of fun, creativity, and celebrity meetings. The Heroes For Kids Comic Con returns to Perry Park Center … more
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Locally filmed ‘thriller’ to hold advanced screening
The City of Perryville has announced an early screening of The Spring, a film described as “a gripping supernatural thriller,” that was written and directed by local filmmaker Thomas … more
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The Fourth of July: A nation’s celebration of liberty
From the birth of a nation to today’s celebrations, the Fourth of July stands as a testament to America’s resilient spirit of freedom and democracy. The day, marking the signing of the … more
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