Happy July to everyone! First, I want to thank Jarrett Baker, an upcoming senior attending Saxony Lutheran High School, for volunteering at the office. Jarrett will be able to include these hours on … more

In a unanimous decision, the Perryville Board of Aldermen approved an agreement with Robinson Industrial and Heavy Contracting for a guarantee maximum price toward the completion of a new wastewater … more

Jefferson City — Today, during a press conference at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson announced the launch of a statewide COVID-19 vaccination incentive program, MO VIP, to … more

An open house at the Perryville Higher Education Center will be held Tuesday, July 20, from noon until 6 p.m. Former directors of the Center, Mary Bauwens and Sally Werner, will be on hand to give … more

Jim Hotop has been donating blood for a long time, 49 years to be exact. He has the donor cards to prove it, dating all the way back to 1972. With all those years of donating, Hotop has gathered … more

Much like the Avengers came back to defeat Thanos, the Heroes For Kids Comic-Con is returning with a vengeance as well. Much like everything else, the Comic-Con missed its 2020 event last year, and … more

The Backpack Bonanza is back and better than ever. The Board of Evangelism at Immanuel Lutheran Church and School in Perryville will host the annual event on Saturday, July 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 … more

Northbound U.S. Route 61 in Perry County will be reduced to one lane as contractor crews improve sidewalks in Perryville. This project is part of the Missouri Department of Transportation’s … more

The Route 51 overpass over Interstate 55 in Perry County will be reduced to one lane with a 10-foot width restriction as contractor crews complete bridge repairs. This section of roadway is … more

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission did not award a contract for rehab work for the Chester Bridge when it met July 1.The bids surpassed the Missouri Department of … more