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Washington County Man Charged in Child Abuse Investigation

Washington County Man Charged in Child Abuse Investigation

A Washington County man is facing multiple charges following an investigation into allegations of ch...
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County Commission Authorizes Additional Attorney

County Commission Authorizes Additional Attorney

The St. Francois County Commission has authorized the addition of a full-time attorney for the count...
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New Desloge Accounting Software Approved at Meeting

New Desloge Accounting Software Approved at Meeting

Desloge Citizens will see additional options for online payments after the city's Board of Aldermen ...
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Missing Farmington Woman Found Safe, According to Sheriff’s Office

Missing Farmington Woman Found Safe, According to Sheriff’s Office

The St. Francois County Sheriff’s Office reports that 40-year-old Rachelle Marie Murphy, who was pre...
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Endangered Person Advisory Issued for Missing Farmington Woman

Endangered Person Advisory Issued for Missing Farmington Woman

The St. Francois County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Endangered Person Advisory for 40-year-old Ra...
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Drugbusters Addresses Critical Issues for Kids

Drugbusters Addresses Critical Issues for Kids

Drugbusters is a faith based program aimed at children 3 to 12 years of age, as well as their famili...
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Smith Says Rural Hospitals Aren't Closing Due to Bill

Smith Says Rural Hospitals Aren't Closing Due to Bill

United States Eighth District Congressman, Jason Smith, says rural hospitals aren't closing because ...
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Habitat for Humanity Prepares New Home Site in Park Hills, Accepting Donations

Habitat for Humanity Prepares New Home Site in Park Hills, Accepting Donations

The St. Francois County Habitat for Humanity is making progress on a project in Park Hills, tearing ...
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Washington County Farm Tour Set for August 23

Washington County Farm Tour Set for August 23

The Washington County Farm Tour is scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025, offering a chance to exp...
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MAC Opens New Museum Showcasing College and Community History

MAC Opens New Museum Showcasing College and Community History

Mineral Area College has opened a new space on the second floor of its library dedicated to preservi...
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Missouri News

Federal Shutdown Threatens Paychecks and Food Assistance for Missouri Families

Federal Shutdown Threatens Paychecks and Food Assistance for Missouri Families

Missouri families could soon feel the effects of the federal government shu...
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Missouri SNAP Benefits Delayed Due to Federal Government Shutdown

Missouri SNAP Benefits Delayed Due to Federal Government Shutdown

The Missouri Department of Social Services has announced that November 2025...
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Missouri State Parks to Temporarily Close for Managed Deer Hunts

Missouri State Parks to Temporarily Close for Managed Deer Hunts

Several Missouri state parks will temporarily close to the public in Novemb...
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Hostage Situation Resolved at South Central Correctional Center

Hostage Situation Resolved at South Central Correctional Center

A tense situation at the South Central Correctional Center in Licking, Mo. ...
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COVID Cases Remain Steady as Missouri Prepares for Flu Season

COVID Cases Remain Steady as Missouri Prepares for Flu Season

Flu cases in Missouri remain relatively low for now, but COVID-19 activity ...
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