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Stunned Perryville citizens walk the streets surveying the damage caused by a strong storm and EF2 tornado that hit the city beginning around 10 p.m. Friday and continued through the early morning hours of Saturday.
City, county still recovering from storm, EF2 tornado hit
Perryville residents are still recovering from damage caused by an EF2 tornado that touched down near the Perry County School District campus at approximately 11:41 p.m. Friday night and followed a … more
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PCCF establishes Family Relief Fund for tornado relief
The Perry County Community Foundation (PCCF) has announced the establishment of a Family Relief Fund to assist with tornado relief efforts. The fund was originally established when an EF4 tornado … more
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After work was completed last year on the Perry County Regional Airport runway, preparations began for a smaller Terminal Area Fencing project that will address security concerns identified by the city and MoDOT inspections.
Perryville board approves seeking bids for small airport project
The Perryville Board of Aldermen approved several payments on various city projects and approved the seeking of bids for a security fencing at the airport when it met for a brief meeting March 4 at … more
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Because of the passage of H.R. 82, Congressman Jason Smith, R-8th District, is announcing that certain senior adults will receive Social Security benefits owed to them. This will primarily impact state and local government employees, such as teachers, police officers, and firefighters, as well as federal government employees.
Some senior adults to receive H.R. 82 benefits owed
Congressman Jason Smith, 8th District-R, is informing his constituents that due to the passage of H.R. 82, a select group of senior adults will be receiving the Social Security benefits they are … more
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State Sen. Mike Cierpiot, a Republican from Lee’s Summit, presents his bill allowing utilities to charge customers for power plants while under construction to the House Utilities Committee on Monday.
Bill loosening rules for Missouri electric rates speeding toward passage
A bill changing how utility rates are set won overwhelming approval in a Missouri House committee Monday after a hearing where backers said it is vital to the state’s economy and opponents said … more
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The dedication and commemoration of the new Perry County Joint Justice Center has been rescheduled to 10 a.m. March 22. The public is invited to attend and take tours of the new facility.
Perry County to hold justice center dedication, tours
Perry County is inviting the public to attend the official dedication and commemoration of the new Perry County Joint Justice Center (PCJJC) located at 400 W. St. Joseph St. in Perryville. Because … more
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Secretary of State Denny Hoskins rejected emergency rules for sports wagering. He is shown speaking as a state senator during the 2021 legislative session.
Launch of Missouri sports betting delayed until fall
A dispute over whether the Missouri Gaming Commission can issue emergency rules to implement sports wagering will delay the licensing of casinos and online operators until fall, the executive … more
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According to the National Weather Service, around 4-9 inches of snow fell throughout southeast Missouri by Wednesday morning, Feb. 12. According to city and county officials, the storm didn’t cause any major damage. By Thursday morning, the storm had moved east out of the state.
Snowstorm brings more snow, but less problems
By Kevin Jenkins editor@perryvillenews.com You might have guessed this little piece of trivia by now, but January was the coldest month in the contiguous United States in 37 years. In addition … more
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The Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry.
Comments sought on Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry
Ste. Genevieve – The Ste. Genevieve-Modoc Ferry, which has been in operation since 1997, provides a direct connection between Ste. Genevieve and Randolph County, Ill. The ferry is utilized by … more
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Boy Scout Aiden Unverferth presents the Perryville Board of Aldermen with an idea he has for his Eagle project.
City approves four Parks Department concrete projects
At its Feb. 4 meeting at city hall, the Perryville Board of Aldermen gave tentative approval to a Boy Scout’s Eagle project and approved four Parks Department concrete projects, including a … more
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The Perryville Board of Aldermen presented several city employees with service awards at its Jan. 21 meeting. (From left) Five years: Paula Terbrak; Mayor Larry Riney; 15 years: City Administrator Brent Buerck; and five years: Ray Jackson. Not present at the meeting were: five-year employees Benjamin Favier, Michelle Priest and Jacob Ward.
Aldermen OK storm debris pick up for noncustomers
At its regular meeting held Jan. 21 at city hall, the Perryville Board of Aldermen discussed whether or not the city would be willing to provide tree cleanup services for noncustomers following the … more
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Federal funds are allowing Missouri counties to make upgrades to their 911 services.
911 coming to some Missouri counties for the first time
The average caller would never know, but dialing 911 during an emergency isn’t possible in several Missouri counties. While the call will go through, the number is rerouted to a … more
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The St. Francois County Joint Communication And EOC Center located off St. Joe St. between Park Hill and Desloge.
Can you hear me now?
Last Tuesday, the moment finally arrived when St. Francois County, using Perry County’s equipment, took over dispatching services for the county and by Thursday, a Perryville resident posted on … more
Ballot candidates announced for April 8 election
PERRYVILLE — Perryville's April 8 municipal election candidates have been set. The filing deadline was Dec. 31. The following candidates filed for two-year terms on the city’s board … more
A man collects tree limbs last week on the grounds of the Perry County Courthouse. There was an abundance of broken tree limbs throughout Perryville that were brought down by a winter weather ice storm that hit the region.
Perryville Public Works announces storm debris cleanup
Perryville Public Works has announced that it will assist residents with storm-related limb cleanup but is asking for the patience of city residents because of the large amount of debris to be found … more
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Perryville Public Works will be assisting residents in the cleanup of storm-related limbs but asks residents to be patient because of the sheer amount of debris that was left behind after last weekend’s winter storm.
Perryville Public Works announces storm debris cleanup
Perryville Public Works has announced that it will assist residents with storm-related limb cleanup but is asking for the patience of city residents because of the size of debris across the city. … more
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While many senior adults in Missouri are becoming impatient about counties putting Senate Bill 756 into action to lower their property taxes, Perry County Presiding Commissioner Mike Sauer urges caution until many questions are answered by legislators.
Presiding commissioner urges caution on Senate Bill 756
Perry County Presiding Commissioner Mike Sauer cautions senior adult homeowners hoping to take advantage of Senate Bill 756 to reduce their property tax liability that it may not be as good a deal as … more
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Citizens Electric said its crews are working as diligently as possible to restore power to homes and businesses in Perry County, however they can't provide a timetable of when all restorations will have been completed.
Citizens Electric restoring power after Winter Storm Blair
Perryville – Over 200 lineworkers, tree trimmers and support staff are working to restore power to  Citizens Electric Corporation members. Lineworkers from Cuivre River Electric … more
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Girl Scouts Troop 71927 visited the Dec. 17 board of aldermen meeting at city hall, where they led the reciting of The Pledge of Allegiance. (Left to right) Kali Ernst, Shelby Bock, Mayor Larry Riney, Josie Pistorio, Kinley Rogers, and Raelyn Hosey.
Aldermen hear plan to train, hire more city lifeguards
City Administrator Brent Buerck explained to the Perryville Board of Aldermen the difficulty the city is having in hiring lifeguards for the municipal pool at the Perry Park Center when it met in … more
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Now that the year 2025 has arrived, the state of Missouri has several new and updated laws on the books that residents need to be aware of.
Here comes new and updated Missouri laws for 2025
While new state laws usually take effect in August, Missourians need to be aware of several new laws, updates to laws and new provisions that took effect Wednesday. Here are the details on … more
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Eric Schroeter
Schroeter named MoDOT deputy director/chief engineer
JEFFERSON CITY – Eric Schroeter has been named the new deputy director / chief engineer for the Missouri Department of Transportation. This position serves as the senior registered professional … more
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A case of bird flu in a Missouri resident is the only diagnosis in the United States this year where the person did not have contact with infected dairy cattle or poultry.
How America lost control of the bird flu
Keith Poulsen’s jaw dropped when farmers showed him images on their cellphones at the World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin in October. A livestock veterinarian at the University of Wisconsin, Poulsen … more
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Ed Hassinger
Hassinger named MoDOT’s new director
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) recently announced that Ed Hassinger has been named the new director of the Missouri Department of Transportation. … more
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Rep. Jason Smith
Happy Thanksgiving
Ever since I was a young kid, Thanksgiving is something I’ve always looked forward to. It’s a cherished time where we catch up with family, sit down for a delicious meal, and reflect on … more
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The Perryville Board of Aldermen take part in a group photo with NWS meteorologist Christine Wielgos, Perryville Emergency Management Director Jeremy Mantz, and SEMA Regional Coordinator Hank Voelker after the city was recognized for being StormReady.
Perryville recognized as 'Storm Ready' city
The Perryville Board of Aldermen received special recognition as a StormReady city from the National Weather Service when it met in regular session Nov. 5 at the Perryville Police Station. The … more
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