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Perryville man dies in tractor mishap
An elderly Perryville man was killed at 1:05 p.m. Thursday in a tractor accident that took place on Perry County Road 343 near Perry County Road 328. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that … more
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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Alec Umfleet, (left) and Roger Prost of the music group Umbra perform on the Brass & Bone acoustic stage during Saturday’s Rocktoberfest. Other musical groups, including the Hopi Ln Players, performed in downtown Perryville to appreciative audiences. During the popular fall event, a sizable crowd listened to live music and looked at classic cars and motorcycles on display.
Return of Rocktoberfest doesn’t disappoint
Rocktoberfest returned Saturday evening to downtown Perryville, and it didn’t disappoint the large crowd that came out to enjoy a night of free musical entertainment or the man who came up with … 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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Tootsie Roll Drive Chairman Tom Zarlingo (right) and Grand Knight Craig Brewer make the first donation for the Knights of Columbus Council 1263’s 52nd annual Tootsie Roll Drive, which will take place this weekend Oct. 11-13. Volunteers from the Knights of Columbus and the Ladies Auxiliary will be soliciting donations in exchange for Tootsie Rolls. This year’s goal is $5,000. After $200 donations to the Southeast Missouri Special Olympics and Special Olympics Missouri’s Training for Life campus, half of the remaining total will support the Lucas and Friends Backyard Adventures playground at Robert Miget Park in Perryville. The other half will support the Knights of Columbus Development Center at Cardinal Glennon Hospital for Children of St. Louis.
Tootsie-Roll drive returns
Drew Christian, deputy director of the SEMO Regional Planning and Economic Development Commission, presents a report on the organization’s community economic development strategy (CES) during its 56th annual meeting held Sept. 24 at the Robinson Construction event center. Also pictured are Chrissy Buerck and Associate County Commissioner Jay Wengert.
SEMO RPC holds annual meeting
Southeast Missouri Food Bank has named Jennie Johnson as the finance and human resources director.
SEMO Food Bank names finance director
SIKESTON – Jennie Johnson has been named director of finance and human resources for the Southeast Missouri Food Bank. “I'm excited to carry forward the valuable work that the … more
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Guitar Shop owner Stan Denninger holds a guitar while talking about Rocktoberfest, which returns to downtown Perryville from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5.
Annual Rocktoberfest returning to downtown
It’s almost time to rock ‘n’ roll again in downtown Perryville! Roctoberfest, hosted by EXP Productions at Hopi Lane, is returning to the square for a full evening of live … 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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Jeremy Mantz, Perryville Emergency Management director, provides an update on the city’s fully automated outdoor warning siren system during the September Schools Safety Meeting held at Perry County School District 32.
SPCSD 32 schools, agencies discuss threats at meeting
Each month, Perry County schools and agencies involved in emergency management, juvenile justice, and health meet at Perry County School District 32 (PCSD 32) to discuss school safety and health … more
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Republic-Monitor Editor Kevin Jenkins hopes readers will relax after closely examining this photo from this year’s Jumping Mule Competition held Sept. 21 at the East Perry County Community Fair. The fair committee assures the public that no 47-foot-tall mules have ever participated in the annual competition and never will.
No need to fear 47-foot-tall jumping mules!
Perry County residents can sleep much better tonight, knowing that 47-foot-tall jumping mules did not participate in this year’s East Perry County Community Fair Jumping Mule Competition and, … more
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Four-year-old receives serious injuries in wreck
A four-year-old child received serious injuries in a one-vehicle crash that took place at 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, on southbound I-55 at the 123-mile marker in Perry County. According to 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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Dr. Fara Jones, Perry County School District 32 superintendent, released a statement on Sept. 18 announcing that two juveniles are facing charges in juvenile court for threats to commit shootings at district schools last week.
Juveniles face possible charges for making online threats
Perry County School District 32 Superintendent Dr. Fara Jones released a Sept. 18 statement announcing that two juveniles had been referred to the juvenile court for charges in connection with social … more
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A Guitar Shop student plays the drums at a performance during Roctoberfest. The public is invited to attend the annual free event, which returns to the Perryville town square from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5.
Annual Roctoberfest returning to downtown square
It’s almost time to rock ‘n’ roll again in downtown Perryville! Roctoberfest, hosted by EXP Productions at Hopi Lane, is returning to the square for a full evening of live … more
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More than 200 motorcycles roar down West St. Joseph Street on Saturday afternoon as part of the 12th Annual Bikers on the Square in downtown Perryville. The riders came from across the country to participate in the emotional patriotic event.
12th Annual Bikers on the Square an unforgettable emotional event
It was a blustery and overcast Saturday afternoon as hundreds of people descended upon Perryville’s downtown square to await the arrival of bikers from across the country, who once again made … 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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This young lady appears to be having the time of her life riding on the carousel at this year’s East Perry County Community Fair.
‘Best Little Fair in the Land’ has another successful year
While attendance at this year’s East Perry County Community Fair in Altenburg was slightly down from recent years due to the weather, board member Fred Eggers is satisfied that the weekend was … more
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Perry County Middle School students write code for a mobile app in Robbie Riehn’s STEM class.
Local middle, high schoolers engage in practical projects
It may only be September, but students attending Perryville High School and Perry County Middle School are already well into classroom projects that will be an asset to them long after they leave … 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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Because of the 2023 drought and continuing dry conditions, Missourians may not see as colorful a fall as in years past. The Missouri Department of Conservation offers weekly updates.
Missouri’s fall foliage may be less colorful this year
JEFFERSON CITY – Temperatures are cooling down, and trees are beginning to change color — a sure sign that fall has arrived. As the changes begin, the Missouri Department of … more
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Saint Francis Healthcare System has announced that Janice Starek, CRNA; Hardy Cleveland, CRNA; Nathan Meystedt, CRNA; and Summer Meystedt, CRNA have joined its surgical department as certified registered nurse anesthetists. According to the hospital, the expansion underscores the Saint Francis commitment to providing top-tier surgical care and ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Saint Francis Healthcare welcomes nurse anesthetists
Perry County School District 32 responded to a potential online threat Monday by locking down the school while law enforcement performed a thorough investigation. The campus was reopened later that morning once it was determined not to be a credible threat.
PCSD 32 placed under lockdown Monday after social media threat
Perry County School District 32 was placed on lockdown Monday morning as a preventative measure after the administration became aware of a threat made on social media of a potential school shooting. … more
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