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Jefferson County Leader - Jan. 22

Jefferson County Leader - Jan. 22

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Northwest chamber holds 30th annual Toy Drive Celebration
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Northwest chamber holds 30th annual Toy Drive Celebration

  • By Kate Bequette
  • Dec 24, 2025
  • 1 min to read

More than 100 families will benefit from the toys donated during the annual Northwest Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Toy Drive, a long-s…

Residents enjoy putting up Christmas decorations for neighbors to see
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Residents enjoy putting up Christmas decorations for neighbors to see

  • By Teresa Inserra
  • Dec 23, 2025
  • 2 min to read

For two Jefferson County residents, decorating their homes for the holidays is about giving back to the community.

Adult Stocking Stroll draws large crowd to Main Street
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Adult Stocking Stroll draws large crowd to Main Street

  • By Kevin Carbery
  • Dec 12, 2025
  • 1 min to read

The crowds of shoppers at the fifth annual Festus Main Street Adult Stocking Stroll pleased store owners, organizers said.

Santa at the Park on tap in Crystal City
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Santa at the Park on tap in Crystal City

  • By Goldie Lowe
  • Dec 10, 2025
  • 1 min to read

Crystal City’s fourth annual Santa in the Park event will be held from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the Crystal City Municipal Park, 1400 Dick Cook Drive.

De Soto Christmas Tree Lighting, Christmas Parade set for Dec. 5-6
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De Soto Christmas Tree Lighting, Christmas Parade set for Dec. 5-6

  • By Teresa Inserra
  • Nov 29, 2025
  • 2 min to read

Santa Claus is coming to De Soto two evenings in row to celebrate the annual Tree Lighting at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, and the 97th annual Chris…

Holiday memories could win cash prize
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Holiday memories could win cash prize

  • By Leader staff
  • Nov 18, 2025
  • 1 min to read

Readers are welcome to enter the Family Holiday Album photo contest for a chance to win a $200 cash prize.

Woodridge Middle to hold trunk or treat
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Woodridge Middle to hold trunk or treat

  • By Kate Bequette
  • Oct 9, 2025
  • 1 min to read

If you’re looking for some Halloween fun and a way to help Woodridge Middle School, you’ll have the chance this week.

Jefferson County Juneteenth celebration draws hundreds
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Jefferson County Juneteenth celebration draws hundreds

  • By Kevin Carbery
  • Jun 29, 2025
  • 1 min to read

Despite broiling summer temperatures last weekend, a total of about 500 people turned out for the fourth annual Quad City Juneteenth Celebrati…

Juneteenth event set for June 20-22 in Jefferson County
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Juneteenth event set for June 20-22 in Jefferson County

  • By Kevin Carbery
  • Jun 13, 2025
  • 2 min to read

The annual Quad City Juneteenth Weekend Celebration to be held next week promises free and low-cost activities for those who attend, organizers said.

Mary M. O’Brien, 88, House Springs
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Mary M. O’Brien, 88, House Springs

  • Apr 29, 2025

Mary M. O’Brien, 88, of House Springs died April 27, 2025, in Cedar Hill. Mrs. O’Brien will be remembered for her grace, kindness and generosi…

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• Jefferson County Leader: ISSN 3064-948X (Print) ISSN 3064-9498 (Online) • Arnold-Imperial Leader: ISSN 2998-078X (Print) ISSN 2998-0798 (Online) • West Side Leader: ISSN 2998-0828 (Print) ISSN 2998-0836 (Online) • Eureka Leader: ISSN 2998-0801 (Print) ISSN 2998-081X (Online)

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