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55th annual Jefferson County Rodeo coming to town
5+ hour, 49+ min ago (459+ words) Hayden Erxleben, 3, of House Springs rides a pony at the Jefferson County Rodeo. The 55th annual Jefferson County Rodeo will offer fun for all when it rolls into town Friday and Saturday. The professional rodeo, which will be held at the…...
Festus City Council votes down recall election motions | Local News | myleaderpaper. com
9+ hour, 34+ min ago (1147+ words) From left, Festus interim City Administrator Michael Christopher, Mayor Sam Richards and City Clerk Leah Smith at the June 8 meeting. The Festus City Council on Monday night rejected motions calling for recall elections of three council members and the mayor,…...
Icebergs putting oceans at risk by carrying debris: study
10+ hour, 48+ min ago (974+ words) More icebergs are carrying huge loads of rock and other debris deep into the ocean, reveals new research. The trend is not only a "considerable risk" to shipping but is also reshaping deep-sea habitats, say scientists. Their findings show that…...
Which U. S. Cities Have the Most Family Green Card Holders?
12+ hour, 32+ min ago (213+ words) Leader Publications A new analysis from Manifest Law found that pending family-based green card applications reached 543, 486 in 2025the highest level on record and up 180% since 2015. The timing is notable. Recent USCIS policy changes signal a major shift in how many family-based…...
Jefferson County Growth Association President Dan Govero speaks at the 2026 Legislative Forum. | | myleaderpaper. com
14+ hour, 8+ min ago (89+ words) Jefferson County Growth Association President Dan Govero speaks at the 2026 Legislative Forum. Leader Publications Jefferson County Growth Association President Dan Govero speaks at the 2026 Legislative Forum. Festus man accused of raping woman in Jefferson County Would you like to receive…...
Tom Mc Grath analyzes chess pieces on May 26 at Crystal City Public Library. Mc Grath founded the club in 2023, hoping to share his own love of chess with the community.
14+ hour, 50+ min ago (123+ words) Leader Publications Tom Mc Grath analyzes chess pieces on May 26 at Crystal City Public Library. Mc Grath founded the club in 2023, hoping to share his own love of chess with the community. Festus man accused of raping woman in Jefferson…...
The biggest iced tea trend isn't what's in the glass " it's how you make it
16+ hour, 34+ min ago (411+ words) National Iced Tea Day on June 10 arrives with iced tea looking far different from the pitcher-and-powder formula many Americans grew up with. Home hosts are turning to cold-brew methods, house-made flavored syrups and bar-style presentation borrowed from coffee shops and…...
The James II Project volunteers Peggy Walker, left, and Cathy Larue prepare food for the organization's first meal at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 3008 High Ridge Blvd. , in High Ridge on June 2.
14+ hour, 34+ min ago (147+ words) Leader Publications Less than six hours of sleep was associated with increased c" De Soto School District continues to cut costs through attri" Faced with declining enrollment and uncertainty surrounding " The James II Project volunteers Peggy Walker, left, and Cathy…...
13 fresh-and-filling salads you'll actually crave again tomorrow
16+ hour, 34+ min ago (587+ words) Get the Recipe: Greek Salad With Chicken It's impossible not to pause when digging into the unexpected combination this dish delivers. This Salmon Pasta Salad is the perfect balance of refreshing and rich flavors, ideal for lunch or a quick…...
De Soto Board of Education approves 2026-2027 fiscal budget | Local News | myleaderpaper. com
14+ hour, 34+ min ago (955+ words) Faced with declining enrollment and uncertainty surrounding state and federal funding, the De Soto School District continues to search for ways to trim expenses, Superintendent Ron Farrow said. The De Soto Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a budget…...