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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Dragons have veteran core of all-JCAA talent

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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Dragons have veteran core of all-JCAA talent

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Calendar of Events Aug. 6-13

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Calendar of Events Aug. 6-13

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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Former Hillsboro coach, AD returns to lead boys

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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Former Hillsboro coach, AD returns to lead boys

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Jefferson County school districts seeking more bus drivers

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Jefferson County school districts seeking more bus drivers

3 hrs ago

Don’t let the journalist drive the bus

Columns

Don’t let the journalist drive the bus

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News

‘Water parade’ to mark Herculaneum Fire Department’s 75th anniversary

Local Events

‘Water parade’ to mark Herculaneum Fire Department’s 75th anniversary

Aug 5, 2026

Missouri, Jefferson County voters reject Amendments 4, 5

Elections

Missouri, Jefferson County voters reject Amendments 4, 5

Aug 5, 2026

Elections

Wagner, Wellman win 2nd Congressional District primaries

Aug 5, 2026

Elections

Stephens wins state House District 110 primary

Aug 4, 2026

Elections

Selma Village voters approve $2.5 million sewer bond issue

Aug 4, 2026

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Health

Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Jefferson County; 62 cases reported so far

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Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Jefferson County; 62 cases reported so far

By Teresa Inserra
22 hrs ago

Sixty-two cyclosporiasis cases have been reported to the Jefferson County Health Department,…

Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of July 19

Health

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Health Department releases food inspection reports for week of July 19

By Leader staff
Aug 1, 2026

During the week of July 19, the Jefferson County Health Department inspected 47 food establi…

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Accidents

Cedar Hill man dies in crash on Hwy. NN

Accidents

Cedar Hill man dies in crash on Hwy. NN

Jul 31, 2026

UPDATED: Two teens die in House Springs crash

Jul 23, 2026

Man dies in Cedar Hill truck crash July 15

Jul 22, 2026

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Police and Fire

UPDATED: Pevely Police arrest alleged attacker of assault victim found naked, injured

Police Fire

UPDATED: Pevely Police arrest alleged attacker of assault victim found naked, injured

4 hrs ago

House Springs suspect in two fatal shooting dies

Aug 4, 2026

Former Hillsboro assistant police chief charged with sexual abuse, burglary

Aug 2, 2026

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Business

Eureka nursing home residents evacuated due to power outage

Business

Eureka nursing home residents evacuated due to power outage

Jul 27, 2026

Water district, James Hardie settle suit

Jul 22, 2026

L&S Family Entertainment acquires Imperial Bowl

Jul 21, 2026

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Local Events

Calendar of Events Aug. 6-13

Calendar of Events Aug. 6-13

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Fox C-6 Back to School Expo set for Friday

Fox C-6 Back to School Expo set for Friday

18 hrs ago

‘Water parade’ to mark Herculaneum Fire Department’s 75th anniversary

‘Water parade’ to mark Herculaneum Fire Department’s 75th anniversary

Aug 5, 2026

Second farmers market will be held in De Soto

Second farmers market will be held in De Soto

Aug 3, 2026

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Obituaries

Jerry A. Schroeter, 63, Arnold

Jerry A. Schroeter, 63, Arnold

2 hrs ago

Stephen M. ‘Steve’ Cape, 69, Arnold

Stephen M. ‘Steve’ Cape, 69, Arnold

Aug 5, 2026

Frederick Wayne Boyer, 75, Blackwell

Frederick Wayne Boyer, 75, Blackwell

Aug 5, 2026

Ruth Jetta Anna (Kessler) Dolan, 95, Dittmer

Ruth Jetta Anna (Kessler) Dolan, 95, Dittmer

Aug 5, 2026

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Life Story

Vietnam vet, teacher, special friend ...‘he just made other people better’

Vietnam vet, teacher, special friend ...‘he just made other people better’

Jul 27, 2026

Former Jefferson County lawyer, judge dies

Former Jefferson County lawyer, judge dies

Jul 10, 2026

McKenna leaves a legacy of helping that is unmatchable

McKenna leaves a legacy of helping that is unmatchable

Jul 2, 2026

Life Story: Joseph M. Pratte, 97, formerly of Crystal City

Life Story: Joseph M. Pratte, 97, formerly of Crystal City

Jan 24, 2026

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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Dragons have veteran core of all-JCAA talent

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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Dragons have veteran core of all-JCAA talent

43 mins ago

BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Former Hillsboro coach, AD returns to lead boys

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BOYS SOCCER PREVIEW: Former Hillsboro coach, AD returns to lead boys

2 hrs ago

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Athlete of the Week (Aug. 4, 2026) Connor Fagin, Windsor soccer

Aug 4, 2026

Sports

OUTDOORS: Fishing derby brings back smiles, memories

Jul 31, 2026

Sports

SLABA championship: Blazers wear crown after championship ruled a forfeit

Jul 30, 2026

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OUTDOORS: Fishing derby brings back smiles, memories

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OUTDOORS: Fishing derby brings back smiles, memories

Jul 31, 2026

Stream teams working toward healthier waterways, one tire at a time

Local News

Stream teams working toward healthier waterways, one tire at a time

Jul 23, 2026

Sports

OUTDOORS: Annual open archery tournament supports state conservation efforts

Jul 17, 2026

Local News

Declines in deer hunting nationwide, in Missouri draw concerns

Jul 15, 2026

Local News

Conservation’s CWD strategies get pushback

Jul 12, 2026

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My Leader Yummy: Beef Cubed Steaks and Mushroom-Cream Sauce and Old-Fashioned Cheese Cake

Recipes

My Leader Yummy: Beef Cubed Steaks and Mushroom-Cream Sauce and Old-Fashioned Cheese Cake

Aug 1, 2026

My Leader Yummy: Impossible Ham and Swiss Pie and Seafood Pasta Salad

Jul 25, 2026

My Leader Yummy: Parmesan Chicken Casserole and Lemon Cheese Bars

Jul 18, 2026

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Trivia Two Ways

Trivia Two Ways: Rewatchable Movies

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Trivia Two Ways: Rewatchable Movies

Aug 5, 2026

Trivia Two Ways: Musical Acts

Jul 29, 2026

Trivia Two Ways: Fictional Rivalries

Jul 22, 2026

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Pet Spot: Cujo provides emotional support to owner

Pet Photos

Pet Spot: Cujo provides emotional support to owner

Aug 2, 2026

Pet Spot: Big guy Marco a cuddle bug

Jul 26, 2026

Pet Spot: Owner enjoys Simon the shih tzu

Jul 19, 2026

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Jefferson County Fair 2026

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Jefferson County Fair 2026

Jul 29, 2026

West Side Senior Expo 2026

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West Side Senior Expo 2026

Jul 29, 2026

Budweiser Clydesdales travel down Festus Main Street

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Budweiser Clydesdales travel down Festus Main Street

Jul 29, 2026

Budweiser Clydesdales travel down Festus Main Street

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Budweiser Clydesdales travel down Festus Main Street

Jul 27, 2026

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Aberdeen Golf Club

4111 Crescent Rd, Eureka, MO 63025

+1(636)938-5465

American Family Insurance

1830 Rock Rd, De Soto, MO 63020

+1(636)586-2111

American Staffing

11424 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

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American West Office Suites

16024 Manchester Rd, Ellisville, MO 63011

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National News

Unflattering holiday photo sparks woman’s dramatic weight loss

Unflattering holiday photo sparks woman’s dramatic weight loss

AI can guess how humans will answer personality tests

AI can guess how humans will answer personality tests

Regulator reports hundreds of deaths linked to weight-loss drugs

Regulator reports hundreds of deaths linked to weight-loss drugs

Can one alcoholic drink be enough to wreck your sleep?

Can one alcoholic drink be enough to wreck your sleep?

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Hands-Only CPR Can Save Someone You Love

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Hands-Only CPR Can Save Someone You Love

May 29, 2020

Next COVID-19 Challenge: Reduce Employer Rx Costs, Enhance Patient Access

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Next COVID-19 Challenge: Reduce Employer Rx Costs, Enhance Patient Access

May 28, 2020

Lorena Bobbitt Shares Her Story in Lifetime Original Movie

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Lorena Bobbitt Shares Her Story in Lifetime Original Movie

Updated May 28, 2020

Make a Commitment to More Family Meals

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Make a Commitment to More Family Meals

May 27, 2020