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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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Perryville Mayor Larry Riney and Airport Site Manager Barbara Maxwell cut the ribbon on the Perryville Regional Airport’s newly renovated runway while surrounding by city employees and others involved in the project.
City of Perryville opens improved runway
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Nov. 5 at the Perryville Regional Airport to recognize the opening of a newly renovated runway that has been years in the making and took several months for the … more
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Presidential election turnout breaks county record
If it seemed like there were more people voting in this year’s presidential election, Perry County Clerk Jared Kutz said it wasn’t your imagination. The voter turnout was a … more
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Ingram’s Magazine has recognized Perryville City Administrator Brent Buerck as one of the “50 Missourians You Should Know.”
Perryville city administrator recognized by magazine
Perryville City Administrator Brent Buerck has been recognized in a Kansas City, Missouri, business magazine as one of the “50 Missourians You Should Know.” Ingram’s Magazine, … more
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During a public hearing held at the top of the Perryville Board of Aldermen meeting held Oct. 15, a city resident (standing, far right) voices his opinion that a rezoning request made by Jerry Flentge to convert a barn into a self-storage facility should be rejected.
Perryville aldermen consider managed deer hunts in city
A discussion regarding the option of managed deer hunts within the city limits was one of the main topics of discussion when the Perryville Board of Aldermen met in regular session Tuesday, Oct. 15 … more
Lydia Rellergert is sworn in Oct. 7 by Associate Circuit Judge Craig Brewer on her first official day as city clerk.
New city clerk not intimidated by predecessor’s ‘big shoes’
It can’t be easy to follow in the footsteps of a 42-year city employee whose position you now hold, but that’s exactly the situation Perryville City Clerk Lydia Rellergert finds herself … more
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Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, (left), and his Democratic challenger, Lucas Kunce, faceoff on Aug. 15 at the Governor’s Ham Breakfast at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia.
Abortion key flashpoint in Missouri Senate race
Missourians are set to vote on whether to unravel the state’s abortion ban or keep it intact. And as the debate rages across the state, access to reproductive health care has become a major … more
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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey (center) is flanked by Perryville Mayor Larry Riney (left) and City Tavern owner Gary Welch. Bailey attended a reception held in his honor last week at Richardet Floor Covering.
State A.G. voices support for ballot amendment during visit
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey visited Perryville a little over a week ago, on the same day as the release of results from a September poll undertaken by Public Opinion Strategies (POS) … more
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Perryville City Administrator Brent Buerck explains that the board has to approve the acceptance of MoDOT Cost Share funds for the construction of a roundabout at the junction of Alma Ave. and Route 51.
Board accepts grant award for roundabout project
The Perryville Board of Aldermen officially approved the acceptance of MoDOT Cost Share funds for constructing a roundabout at the junction of Alma Ave. and Route 51 when it met in regular session … more
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Perry County Clerk Jared Kutz opens an envelope containing an absentee ballot his office received through the mail while Perry County Treasurer Katie Schemel looks on.
Absentee voting is already underway in Perry County
With the Nov. 5 presidential election less than a month away, Perry County voters who want to make their vote count but have mobility issues, are planning to be out of town or have some other reason … more
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While the FBI and politicians are often at odds regarding nationwide crime statistics and how they’re used to bolster their candidacies, crime in Perryville and throughout Perry County is low compared to other comparable areas.
FBI: Politicians choose statistics to fit narratives
Violent crime and property crime in the United States dropped in 2023, continuing a downward trend following higher rates of crime during the pandemic, according to the FBI’s latest national … more
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James "Jim" Sutterer
Sutterer, former county commissioner, dies at age 76
Residents of Perry County are mourning the death of James (Jim) Sutterer, a man of whom it was said “knew no strangers and whose smile could light up a room.” He passed away on Sept. 25 … more
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City Clerk Tracy Prost will retire Friday after 42 years of serving the residents of Perryville.
After 42 years, Perryville city clerk says ‘goodbye’
Let’s go back to the year 1982 — 42 years ago. The World’s Fair was opened in Knoxville, Tenn., with an address by President Reagan; the Weather Channel began, E.T: The … more
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The Missouri Supreme Court building in Jefferson City.
State Supreme Court votes to keep abortion on ballot
The decision to keep a constitutional amendment legalizing abortion on the November statewide ballot was decided by a narrowly divided Missouri Supreme Court, according to opinions released Friday. … more
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City Administrator Brent Buerck informs the board of aldermen that the fire department has a full roster for the first time in many years. Because of this, it will be difficult for the department to stay within its 2024-25 budget.
City fire department has full roster for first time in years
The Perryville Board of Aldermen, meeting in regular session Sept. 17 at city hall, learned that the city’s fire department won’t be able to stay within budget for the 2024-25 year, but … more
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Eighth District Congressman Jason Smith, along with three other U.S. representatives from Missouri, has sent a letter to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy demanding an investigation of the Sorting and Distribution Center in Hazelwood to find out why mail delivery is being delayed in eastern Missouri communities, especially in rural areas.
Smith seeks investigation of eastern Missouri mail delays
WASHINGTON – Missouri Congressmen Jason Smith, Sam Graves, Ann Wagner, and Blaine Luetkemeyer sent a letter last week to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to demand the United States Postal … more
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Ward 2 Aldermen Curt Buerck, left, and Doug Martin discuss a business matter during the Sept. 3 Perryville Board of Aldermen meeting.
Perryville Board of Aldermen accepts 2024 city audit report
Meeting in regular session at city hall on the evening of Sept. 3, the Perryville Board of Aldermen accepted the city’s audit report and approved another multi-million-dollar payment to … more
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City Administrator Brent Buerck discusses the work in progress on the runway at the Perryville Regional Airport. The multi-million-dollar project is expected to be completed in October.
Board OKs almost $4.5 million payment for airport runway work
The Perryville Board of Aldermen approved a multi-million-dollar payment for runway improvements at the city’s regional airport when it met in regular session Aug. 20 at city hall. The … more
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Equipment for use with Perryville’s new outdoor warning siren activation system is in the office of Emergency Management Director Jeremy Mantz.
Perryville automates outdoor warning siren activation
Most Missouri residents know the feeling in the pit of their stomachs when they hear the sound of an outdoor warning siren. While its sound is far from pleasant, it is the most effective way to alert … more
Improvements to the Perryville Regional Airport runway have been underway for a little over a month. Work is expected to be completed sometime in October.
Perryville Regional Airport undergoing runway improvements
Improvements to the runway at Perryville Regional Airport, which began on Aug. 1, are progressing. The project is expected to be completed sometime in October. The airport, which features the … more
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Childcare providers have been struggling to keep their doors open and, in some cases, forced to shutter due to technical issues with the education department’s disbursal of federal funds.
Legislative hearings planned about childcare subsidy ‘crisis’
Missouri legislative leaders are demanding answers from state education officials about a monthslong backlog in a childcare subsidy program. Two House committees — the budget committee and … more
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Students hold up anti-abortion signs at the Midwest March for Life on May 1 at the Missouri State Capitol.
Lawsuit seeks to knock abortion-rights amendment off ballot
A pair of Republican state legislators and an anti-abortion activist filed a lawsuit Thursday asking a judge to block an abortion-rights constitutional amendment from appearing on the Nov. 5 ballot. … more
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Marble Hill loses police department in mass resignation
According to a Facebook message by the city police chief, the City of Marble Hill lost all its active-duty police officers as of Aug. 23. The statement, posted by Marble Hill Police Chief … more
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