St. Vincent High School is undergoing changes this summer. To see those changes, a person will have to look up. The school is replacing the roof this summer and for one big reason. “The roof …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 6/9/22 |
In late May, the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce announced it had found its next executive director. Kiley Eiland, who had been working with the Perry County Economic Development Authority as …
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6/9/22
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Perryville took a step back in time over the Memorial Day weekend. Residents took part in the 45th annual Old Timer’s Day on May 28-29 at the Seminary Picnic grounds. The long-time event …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 6/2/22 |
The Missouri Department of Transportation recently announced that a $1.5 million construction contract was awarded to Lappe Cement Finishing for the installation of a turn lane on Highway 51 from Old …
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By Daniel Winningham
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6/2/22
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There were multiple Memorial Day ceremonies hosted throughout Perry County. It was an opportunity to remember the sacrifices of those who have paid the ultimate price for their country. One of those …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 6/2/22 |
A sheep-raising family had a rare occurrence happen on their farm a few weeks ago. A ewe gave birth to five healthy lambs May 19. Brandon and Valerie Petzoldt live in North Cape Girardeau County on a …
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By Daniel Winningham
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6/2/22
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Work continues on the new location for Speed Fabrication, south of Perryville on U.S. Highway 61. Right now, the business, which began by owner Jared Cochran in 2018, operates from his home. …
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By Daniel Winningham
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6/2/22
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Perryville High School Principal Jeff Steffens was much like Willy Wonka from the novel “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”, as the long-time administrator handed out diplomas like Wonka …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/26/22 |
Diplomas were conferred to 39 graduates of St. Vincent de Paul High School Sunday, May 22, in an afternoon commencement ceremony held in the parish sanctuary.
Class of 2022 Valedictorian Addison …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/26/22
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Two women in their 20s are facing felony drug trafficking charges in connection with an Interstate 55 incident earlier this month. Thursday, May 12, a Perry County Deputy observed a 2018 Hyundai …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/26/22
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It’s that time of year again, as seniors will walk across the stage and receive their diplomas. Perryville and St. Vincent High Schools will host their annual graduation this weekend. …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/19/22 |
Saxony Lutheran senior class speaker Savannah Spencer and her dad spoke often about the “order of life” on their many car rides to school each morning. The first of several milestones was …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/19/22 |
As part of a policy review discussion, the Perry County Health Department Board of Trustees discussed potential changes to its employee holiday schedule at a meeting Tuesday, May 17, at the Catalyst …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/19/22
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Nothing is imminent and no proposals have been given to city officials, but discussion continues about the possibility of constructing a skate park near the Perry Park Center. City of Perryville …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/19/22
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The decision was not unanimous, but after a rather lengthy discussion, the Perryville Board of Aldermen finally took action — sidewalks will be installed on a portion of North Moulton Street …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/19/22
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There was a heavy, sometimes tear-jerking discussion for the Perry County School District No. 32 Board of Education during its latest meeting on May 11 in the Old Senior High School. The topic …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/19/22 |
Steve Bailey, vice president, of Perryville Stave Company Inc. knows the family business he’s worked at for years is in a transition.In the large building where machinery was used to build …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/19/22
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Earlier this spring, Perry County sought statement of qualifications for the task of design/building the joint justice center. The Perry County Commissioners, in a May 6 letter, said after a …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/19/22
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Saturday, May 14, was the next installment in a series of learning, baking and fund-raising opportunities at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg.The fourth coffee cake workshop was held in the …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/19/22
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Two women in their 20s are facing felony drug trafficking charges connection in connection with an Interstate 55 incident earlier this month.
Thursday, May 12, a Perry County Deputy …
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5/18/22
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Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jackie Wengert was praying that the rain stayed away from the 37th annual Mayfest. While she didn’t get so lucky on Friday, she …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/12/22 |
Representatives from Ameren visited the Perry County Commissioners Thursday, May 5, providing the latest on the Limestone Ridge project. The project consists of a new 15-mile 138 kV transmission line …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/12/22
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Saxony Lutheran High School Principal Mark Ruark gets excited about this time every year. That’s because Saxony will once again hold its annual graduation ceremony this weekend and the seniors …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/12/22 |
The replacement for former Perry County Economic Development Authority executive director Scott Sattler began her new job earlier this month.Crystal Jones attended her first City of Perryville Board …
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By Daniel Winningham
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5/12/22
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Mayfest 2022: Saturday candids
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5/9/22
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