St. Francois County Leaders Outline Progress and Plans at State of the County

Park Hills, Mo. (KFMO) - The St. Francois County State of the County address was held Friday morning at the Cardinal Center on the campus of Mineral Area College.

Business leaders, elected officials, and community members gathered to hear updates on accomplishments from the past year and a look ahead at priorities and goals for 2026 across St. Francois County.

Local leaders discussed economic development, infrastructure, public services, and community growth, highlighting collaboration between county and municipal governments. The annual event provided an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to hear directly from those shaping policy and development throughout the county.

Event Speakers

Dr. Joe Gilgour - President, Mineral Area College

Seth Radford - Mayor, City of Bismarck

Eric Schonhardt - Mayor, City of Bonne Terre

​Pete Pasternak - Mayor, City of Desloge

Chris Morrison - Mayor, City of Farmington

Andrew Young - Alderman, City of Leadington

Chuck White - Mayor, City of Leadwood

Stacey Easter - Mayor, City of Park Hills

Harold Gallaher - Presiding Commissioner, St. Francois County  

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