Reach 30,000+ Local Voters in the Daily Journal Election Guide
The Daily Journal/Farmington Press will be producing a Local Election Guide, designed to educate voters about the candidates and issues they will encounter on the April 7 ballot.The guide will be published in the March 21 edition of the Farmington Press and will be available in both print and our standard e-edition.In addition to our regular circulation, this publication will receive a one-time expanded digital distribution. The e-edition will be emailed to more than 30,000 St. Francois County email
EMS Demand in St. Francois County More Than Doubles as Ambulance District Seeks Solution to Keep Pace
St. Francois County, MO – Over the past 20 years, the demand for emergency medical services in St. Francois County has more than doubled. During that same period, the funding that supports local ambulance services has grown by only 54 percent. According to the St. Francois County Ambulance District, call volume has steadily increased year after year. In response, the district has added staff, added ambulances, and most recently placed an additional ambulance into service in September 2025. Despite those
Important Dates for the April Election
Residents are reminded of several important upcoming dates for the April Election. Key deadlines include: March 11 – Last day to register to vote March 24 – No-excuse absentee voting begins March 25 – Last day to request an absentee ballot by mail April 7 – Election Day In-person absentee voting is currently taking place for voters who qualify with an excuse. &##128205; Location: 1101 Weber Rd., Suite 302 &##128343; Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Voters are encouraged to review deadlines and plan
Absentee Voting Information for the April Election
Residents with questions about absentee voting for the April Election are encouraged to review the following information from St. Francois County Election Central. How do I request a ballot? Voters may contact the St. Francois County Clerk's Office to request an absentee ballot application. Once the application is completed and approved, a ballot will be mailed to the voter. Absentee voting in person at the Election Central is also available beginning Tuesday, February 24, and continues through
Community Leaders Share Updates at 2026 State of St. Francois County Address
Community leaders, elected officials, business representatives, and residents gathered this morning at Mineral Area College’s Cardinal Center – Industry & Technology Center for the 2026 State of St. Francois County Address. The annual event was hosted in partnership by the Chambers of Commerce of Bismarck, Bonne Terre, Desloge, Farmington, and Park Hills–Leadington. Designed to provide a comprehensive overview of progress and priorities across the county, the program featured updates from municipal,
Multi-Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Orthopedics X-Ray Suite at Parkland Health Center
The Park Hills – Leadington Chamber of Commerce joined the Desloge Chamber of Commerce and Bonne Terre Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, February 18th, to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new Orthopedics X-Ray Suite at Parkland Health Center. The ceremony, held on the third floor of the Farmington facility, welcomed hospital leadership, orthopedic physicians and surgeons, Chamber representatives, and community members to commemorate this important addition to regional
St. Francois County Clerk’s Office Shares Key Dates for April 7, 2026 General Municipal Election
St. Francois County, Missouri The St. Francois County Clerk’s Office is reminding voters of important deadlines and voting dates ahead of the April 7, 2026 General Municipal Election. Voters are encouraged to review the following key election dates and make a plan to participate: • January 27 – Candidate Certification Deadline • February 24 – Absentee Voting Begins • March 11 – Last Day to Register to Vote for the April Election • March 24 – In-Person, No-Excuse Absentee Voting Begins • March 25 –
