It was a time for memories to be shared and the last goodbye to a building on the campus of Perry County School District No. 32. Teachers, administrators and community members walked the halls of …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 6/2/23 |
Saxony Lutheran senior Aaron Zoellner took a different approach with his commencement speech. He wrote a poem. Zoellner based the poem on “Twas the Night Before Christmas” to remember all …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/26/23 |
St. Vincent salutatorian Jacob Hennmann gave his classmates a valuable tip as they left St. Vincent for the final time: have a plan. “As Benjamin Franklin once said, if you fail to plan, then …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/26/23 |
Seniors will be busy in the coming days as Perryville, St. Vincent, and Saxony Lutheran will hold graduation ceremonies in the coming days. Perryville will hold its ceremony on Friday, May 19 at 7 …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/18/23 |
The Perry County District #32 Board of Education discussed a pressing issue when it comes to extracurricular activities at its last meeting on May 10. The board revisited a previous topic from last …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/18/23 |
Mayfest is going back in time this weekend. The 38th annual version of the event will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce with a western twist, as this …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/12/23 |
The City of Perryville has introduced a way to help out commercial industry. A bulk water fill station was recently installed on Toohey Drive near TG-Missouri. Perryville Public Works Director Jeff …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/12/23 |
One of Perryville’s own was recognized for his work as a city official by the state. Perryville City Administrator Brent Buerck was honored with the Jay T. Bell Award that is presented each …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/12/23 |
An important addition of the Perryville Fire Department is close to completion. Perryville Administrator Brent Buerck noted during his report at the Board of Aldermen meeting May 2 that the …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/4/23 |
The City of Perryville had an infusion of art within the last week. Director of Perry County Heritage Tourism Trish Erzfeld spearheaded the 2023 Perryville Sculpture Exhibit on Friday. It is the …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/4/23 |
The Perryville Board of Aldermen made a decision on a way to help the city stay and look cleaner at its latest city council meeting on May 2. Over the past few meetings, Alderman Clint Rice had …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 5/4/23 |
A valuable piece of the Perry County Sheriff’s Office recently retired and hung up his police vest. Argon, a six-year-old dog trained in drug detection retired from the force two weeks ago. …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 4/28/23 |
Perryville leaders were able to speak their mind to a government official. Congressman Jason Smith, and recently appointed chairman of the Ways and Means Committee, spoke to Perryville business …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 4/28/23 |
American Legion Post 133 is doing all it can to recognize those who served in the military. The American Legion is hosting the first “Salute to Service” Veterans Ball dinner and dance. …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 4/28/23 |
The Perryville Board of Aldermen saw some change at its latest meeting on April 18. The board swore in three Aldermen in accordance with the April 4 election. Seth Amschler took over Ward I from …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 4/21/23 |
The Perry County School District No. 32 Board of Education had a busy night at its latest meeting on April 12. The board started the meeting by approving the April 4 general municipal election, which …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 4/21/23 |
Perryville is taking the next steps for looking into the future. It is embarking on the important process of updating their Comprehensive Plan, calling it “Perryville 2045”. For this …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 4/21/23 |
On April 5, a deadly tornado ripped through the village of Glen Allen in neighboring Bollinger County, killing five, injuring five more, and causing widespread destruction. As cleanup efforts began, …
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By Robert Cox
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4/14/23
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The Perryville Board of Aldermen last week voted to approve a measure that would more clearly define the position of code enforcement officer, moving it back under the purview of the city’s …
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By Robert Cox
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4/14/23
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The citizens of Perryville and Perry County will have their voices heard on several issues and local hot button contested races. Voters will be able to go to the polls on April 4 in the municipal …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 3/30/23 |
The candidates had the opportunity to say their piece and stake their claim as to why they were the best for the position. The candidates for the key races in April Municipal Election took part in a …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 3/30/23 |
Mercy and Perry County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees have finalized a lease agreement for Mercy to operate and manage the county-owned Perry County Memorial Hospital (PCMH) in Perryville, …
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R-M staff
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3/30/23
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The April municipal election is right around the corner and the absentee voting is now open. The election has several local races on the ballot, including The Perry County Health Department Board of …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 3/17/23 |
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission announced the selection of The Ames Team as the design-build contractor to replace the Chester Bridge. The bridge spans the Mississippi River, …
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3/17/23
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Perry County Health Systems and Mercy took the next step in its partnership. Perry County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees, in an open session Thursday evening, authorized and approved the lease …
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By Justin Hotop
jhotop@perryvillenews.com | 3/9/23 |