James F. Abernathy, 85, of Perryville, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026. No formal funeral services are planned.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday didn’t rule out asking Congress for an additional $200 billion to cover the cost of his war in Iran, a substantial sum that will likely be … ...

As a retired business owner who worked in the construction sector for more than 40 years, I am proud to express my full support for Proposition KIDS ...

Waldemar George Bergdolt, 91, of Perryville, Missouri, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026, at The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. He was born June 16, 1934, in Frankenmuth, Michigan, ...

A pair of local teachers turned an early-morning puzzle into a winning tradition this week, claiming the latest Republic-Monitor Medallion Hunt prize after deciphering a series of military- themed ...

Thomas Joseph Lappe, 84, of Perryville, died Sunday, March 8, 2026, at his residence. He was born February 20, 1942, in Cape Girardeau, to Sylvester and Irma (Seyer) Lappe. Tom and Sharon ...

Every spring and summer, and sometimes even in the quieter months of winter, colorful weather maps begin appearing on television broadcasts and across social media. They show large, shaded areas ...

Dear Editor This letter is in support of Prop K.I.D.S. My life’s profession has largely been education. I could tell you a great deal about teaching and learning, most of which you may not ...

DEAR EDITOR Does anyone actually believe U.S. Congressman Jason Smith? I’ve tried to get through several of his columns, but once I get into them, I have to double-check the byline, thinking ...

Stanley Vincent Ryba, 86, of Perryville, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026, at SIH Memorial Hospital in Carbondale. He was born Dec. 26, 1939, in Chicago, Ill., to Stanley Joseph Ryba and Helen ...

Karen F. Lukefahr, 72, of Altenburg, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, at The Villas of Jackson. She was born July 8, 1953, ...

My wife and I sometimes watch the television show “The UnBelievable with Dan Aykroyd.” It features fascinating stories from the past. I love history and am always looking for interesting stories ...