A group dedicated to supporting America’s military is hosting a Poker Run on Patriot Day.
The HERD will host a Poker Run on Saturday, Sept. 11. Registration begins at 10 am and the run starts at noon.
All bikes are welcome, and the ride will start and end at American Legion Post 133 in Perryville. The last bike will be in by 5 pm. Donations of $10 for first hand and $5 for second hand are requested. Food and drink will be available before and after the ride.
Prizes will be awarded for the top 5 hands and there will attendance prizes and a 50/50 donation drawing.
“If you are grateful for the sacrifices made by our military men and … Read Full Story…
Kenny Hoehn collects donations Friday evening as Perry County’s firefighters hold their annual fundraiser for the MDA Foundation. The fundraiser, held Aug. 20-21 at local highway instersections, raises money to fight muscular dystrophy. A check will … Read Full Story…
Hope Easley enjoys pull tabs and funnel cakes at the annual Seminary Picnic, hosted by St. Vincent de Paul Parish.
Some parts of Perry County saw over 3 inches of rain Thursday afternoon, Aug. 12. After the first system passed through Perryville, leaving downed trees and powerlines, a rainbow appeared along Perryville Boulevard at Interstate 55.
The dry spell has ended with a bang — several of them, actually — as a thunderstorm moves through Perryville. The storm has downed some power lines and trees, so drivers should use caution. See Tuesday’s issue for more photos. … Read Full Story…
Ryan Unterreiner and son Noah are practicing for last year’s Heritage Day Tractor Drive in this photo submitted by Grandpa Lee.
The Republic-Monitor ONLINE is featuring snapshots of local children on Kid … Read Full Story…
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A benefit is being planned for a family who lost their home and belongings in a May 21 house fire in Perryville.
Corey and Betsy Pease and their sons — Corey Jr., 13 … Read Full Story…
Therapy Solutions of Perryville is planning a 5K Run/Walk this fall to raise money for the athletic departments of local high schools.
The 5K Run/Walk is set for Saturday, Sept. 18. Registration is under way, with forms available … Read Full Story…
Girl Scout Troop 46 recently completed requirements for the Bronze Award by earning money to help with the cost of a day camp for children with special needs and then also helping with the children at … Read Full Story…
Two Chester men face drug charges here, according to court documents.
Kenneth James Chambers, 43, and Robert Lee Clark, 46, were both arrested July 29 by Perry County Sheriff’s Office.
Chambers is … Read Full Story…
Perry County voters proved the old adage “the third time’s a charm” Tuesday when they passed Prop. A by an overwhelming majority Tuesday.
Prop. A, a 1/4 cent sales tax earmarked for law enforcement, received 3,228 votes, with … Read Full Story…
The Ryan A. Behrle Memorial Scholarship Co-ed Softball Tournament will be held on Aug. 21.
The team entry fee is $125, and all entries are due by Aug.14. A limited number of teams will be accepted.
Hot and humid, heat warning. That has been the weather forecast for the past two weeks. And it comes at a time when both of the local high schools are holding football camp.
“It has … Read Full Story…
The annual Heartland Hoopfest had dropped to 6 teams as 4 of the ten teams decided not to be part of the event, so there will be no Hoopfest this December.
The announcement came from City Administrator Brent Buerck at … Read Full Story…
People from near and far will once again gather in the oak grove on the Seminary grounds for a time honored tradition. The 99th annual Seminary Picnic will be held this weekend, beginning Friday night.
Perry County Primary Election • Aug. 3, 2010
Unofficial Results from Perry County Clerk Randy Taylor’s office
Precinct: Crosstown
Associate Circuit Court Judge
Democrats … Read Full Story…
