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Cape Central High School graduation shooting timeline1Southeast MissourianThe Southeast Missourian compiled a timeline of known events leading up to and following the gunshot at the Show Me Center that injured two victims during the Cape Central High School graduation ceremony Sunday, May 19. The timeline draws from eyewitness accounts, videos posted on social media channels and statements issued by police agencies and Cape Girardeau Public Schools. ...
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Cape Girardeau school district to evaluate response, security after shooting during graduation13By J.C. Reeves ~ Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau Public Schools officials are assessing the security and reviewing their response following a shooting at Cape Central High School’s graduation ceremony Sunday, May 19, that sent hundreds into a frenzy. A single gunshot echoed through the Show Me Center’s auditorium from the upper concourse near a concession stand as a student was addressing the crowd. Two victims were injured and taken to the hospital, and the alleged perpetrator, identified Monday, May 20, as 20-year-old Kris E. Owens, was apprehended and arrested on multiple felony charges. ...
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2 charged in connection to Cape Girardeau graduation shooting8By Bob Miller ~ Southeast MissourianProsecutors charged Kris E. Owens, 20, of Cape Girardeau with first-degree felony assault, a Class A felony; armed criminal action; and unlawful use of a weapon stemming from a shooting that injured two and disrupted Cape Central High School graduation ceremonies Sunday, May 19, at the Show Me Center. ...
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Cape City Council approves construction for bar screen on wastewater treatment plantBy Nathan Gladden ~ Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau City Council members approved the construction of an influent pump station mechanical bar screen for the Wastewater Treatment Plant on Monday, May 20. KCI Construction will be working on the project, and its bid for the work was $3,468,000, which is over the engineer’s estimate of $3,150,000 but within the city’s budget of $3.5 million. The city’s sewer fund is covering the project. ...
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SEMO Board of Governors raises tuition, fees by 4.29%By J.C. Reeves ~ Southeast MissourianSoutheast Missouri State University announced a 4.29% tuition and fee increase for the 2024-25 academic year in a news release distributed Friday afternoon, May 17. The university’s Board of Governors voted to increase tuition and fees for Missouri resident undergraduate students from $316.50 to $330.09 per credit hour, from $409.50 to $427.74 for graduate domestic students and from $205.25 to $214.96 to attend SEMO’s regional campuses. ...
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Sponsored: A year of continued growth for First Midwest BankB MagazineWith the opening of its 19th location in Springfield, Missouri, and the addition of new products such as Money Map – a free money management tool for consumers – 2023 was a year of continued growth for First Midwest Bank. Chartered in 1964 with the vision of hiring local people to take local deposits and make local loans, First Midwest Bank and its affiliate offer multiple full-service branch locations throughout the Ozarks and Southeast Missouri, including the communities of Poplar Bluff, Dexter, Sikeston, Jackson, Cape Girardeau and Columbia.. ...
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Today in History: May 21Associated PressToday is Tuesday, May 21, the 142nd day of 2024. There are 224 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 21, 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. On this date: In 1471, King Henry VI of England died in the Tower of London at age 49...
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Two shot at Cape Central graduation ceremony; one suspect in custody (5/20/24)35By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianOne person was in custody after a shooting at Cape Central High School’s graduation ceremony left two people injured Sunday, May 19. According to Cape Girardeau Police Department, an altercation between two people during the event at the Show Me Center on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University led to one suspect firing one shot. Two people sustained non-life-threatening injuries. ...
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Mother’s Day stray dog attack in Scott County raises questions about local animal control (5/20/24)1By J.C. Reeves ~ Southeast MissourianOn Mother’s Day morning, Sandy Ruff noticed a stray dog near her home. Believing it to have been abandoned in the area by its owner, Ruff took a photo of the dog and posted it to Facebook, looking for its owner or someone to take it in. According to Ruff, who lives outside of Benton near Thomas W. Kelly High School, the dog was a fully-grown female pitbull with "really bad" mange and appeared to have recently given birth to a litter of puppies. ...
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Today in History: May 20 (5/20/24)1Associated PressToday is Monday, May 20, the 141st day of 2024. There are 225 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 20, 1927, Charles Lindbergh took off from Roosevelt Field on Long Island, New York, aboard the Spirit of St. Louis on his historic solo flight to France...
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Cape Girardeau Public Schools issues statement following shooting at graduation ceremony (5/19/24)6Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau Public Schools superintendent Howard Benyon issued a statement Sunday afternoon, May 19, following a shooting during the district's high school graduation that left at least one person injured. "During our graduation ceremony today at the Show Me Center, an altercation occurred forcing us to stop the ceremony and evacuate the building...
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Cape Central graduation postponed after shooting leaves one injured (5/19/24)1By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast Missourian
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Police chief says two may have been injured at Cape Central graduation (5/19/24)Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau police chief Wes Blair said two people may have been shot at Cape Girardeau Central High School's graduation ceremony Sunday, May 19, at the Show Me Center on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University. Shortly after 4 p.m., Blair said his understanding was that two people had been shot...
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One shot at Cape Central graduation (5/19/24)Southeast MissourianOne person was shot at Cape Girardeau Central High School's graduation ceremony. A Southeast Missourian reporter at the scene said one person had been shot in the leg. The incident occurred about 2:30 p.m. This breaking news will be updated as information becomes available...
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Today in History: May 19 (5/19/24)Associated PressToday is Sunday, May 19, the 140th day of 2024. There are 226 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 19, 1536, Anne Boleyn, the second wife of England’s King Henry VIII, was beheaded after being convicted of adultery. On this date:...
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Signs of summer (5/18/24)Southeast Missourian
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Sponsored: Seventh annual Dancing with Show Me Stars to feature new silent auction (5/18/24)Nathan GladdenThe seventh annual Dancing with Show Me Stars will feature a silent auction for the first time in the event’s history. The “Heroes vs. Villains”-themed gala will start at 7 p.m. June 29 with doors opening at the Show Me Center at 6 p.m. The event is organized by the Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri (CPSEMO). Their fundraising goal for this year is $125,000.
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Today in History: May 18 (5/18/24)Associated PressToday is Saturday, May 18, the 139th day of 2024. There are 227 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 18, 1980, the Mount St. Helens volcano in Washington state exploded, leaving 57 people dead or missing. On this date: In 1652, Rhode Island became the first American colony to pass a law abolishing African slavery; however, the law was apparently never enforced...
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SEMO, Cape Central graduate selected for prestigious law program (5/17/24)8By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA Southeast Missouri State University graduate is one of the newest recipients of a prominent scholarship geared toward those planning to practice civil rights law in the South. Miracle Bird, who received her master’s degree from the university on Saturday, May 11, was named to the fourth cohort of the Marshall-Motley Scholars Program (MMSP) organized by the Legal Defense Fund (LDF)...
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Scott City Police say St. Louis man on probation for robbery possessed weapon illegally (5/17/24)By Bob Miller ~ Southeast MissourianA St. Louis man is in jail in lieu of a $50,000 cash/surety bond for a weapons case in Scott City. Tyreece Martin was arrested after Scott City officers responded to a call that an armed man refused to leave a residence, a news release issued by the Scott City Police Department, stated...
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Central Academy's MO-Ops students post 100% passing rate on high school equivalency exams (5/17/24)6By J.C. Reeves ~ Southeast MissourianFor the first time in the school's history, Cape Central Academy's Missouri Option Program (MO-Ops) students posted a 100% passing rate on the HISET exams, allowing all 13 students enrolled in the program to earn their high school diplomas. Cape Central Academy director Dr. Zech Payne gave a significant amount of credit for the accomplishment to third-year transition instructor Chris Collier, who serves as coordinator of MO-Ops...
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Several city streets to be under under construction in the next week (5/17/24)3Southeast MissourianThe City of Cape Girardeau updated what street work will continue or start in the next week with Perryville Road and Lexington Avenue. According to an email, work on Perryville Road will start as soon as May 20 to 24 on Cape Rock Drive and will run to the north. The email stated Lexington Avenue from Steven Drive and Chesapeake Avenue are still closed but should reopen by May 24...
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Today in History: May 17 (5/17/24)Associated PressToday is Friday, May 17, the 138th day of 2024. There are 228 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 17, 1954, a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court handed down its Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka decision which held that racially segregated public schools were inherently unequal, and therefore unconstitutional...
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Scout Hall's Next Act: EXP Showcase (5/16/24)By Alyssa Lunsford ~ Southeast MissourianFive local artists will be putting their talents on display at the EXP Showcase at Scout Hall on Friday, May 17. EXP Productions is a collaboration of musicians and songwriters from the region who have come together not only to help each other pursue their goals but to lend their talent, experience and "EXPertise" to anyone who has a song in their heart...
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Jordan asks for another extension in civil case to remove the coroner from office (5/16/24)15By Bob Miller ~ Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau Coroner Wavis Jordan has asked for another 30-day extension as he tries to find an attorney to represent him in the civil case filed by the Missouri Attorney General’s Office. The state’s filing seeks to remove Jordan from his post. The request was filed Monday, May 13, a day before Jordan appeared in criminal court regarding the same accusations that he falsified death records and took cash out of a deceased person’s wallet...
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James Clay Waller III faces domestic assault charge; victim claims he was knocked unconscious (5/16/24)4By Bob Miller ~ Southeast MissourianJames Clay Waller III, 32, of Jackson, has been charged with third-degree assault on allegations he lured a man to a location and injured the victim in a fight. The victim told police on May 5 that Waller sent the victim text messages while pretending to be someone else, according to a probable cause statement signed by an officer whose name is redacted. ...
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Cape man arrested on allegations he fired a gun while intoxicated (5/16/24)2Southeast MissourianWhile investigating a shots fired call, police say they found an intoxicated Cape Girardeau man who fired his weapon five times while walking near an apartment complex. Christian Cole, 34, faces the Class E felony charge of unlawful use of a weapon while intoxicated...
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SEMO relaunches online MBA degree to include students without undergrad business degrees (5/16/24)3By J.C. Reeves ~ Southeast MissourianSoutheast Missouri State University announced the relaunch of its online Master of Business Administration (MBA) general management degree on Monday, allowing students to enroll in the program even if they don't have an undergraduate business degree...
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Cape County Commission receives speed limit proposal (5/16/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianLowering a speed limit for first class counties like Cape Girardeau County involves a lengthy process.
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SEMO graduate named to Marshall-Motley Scholars Program (5/16/24)1By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianMiracle Bird is one of 10 scholars in the program, which aims to establish civil rights lawyers to serve black communities in southern states.
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County Road 413 in Scott County closed for culvert replacement (5/16/24)From the Missouri Department of TransportationCounty Road 413 in Scott County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway, according to a MoDOT news release. This section of road is at the junction of Route W and County Road 413 near Oran. Route W won't impacted during this work, the release said. The work will take place from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 20...
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Today in History: May 16 (5/16/24)Associated PressToday is Thursday, May 16, the 137th day of 2024. There are 229 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 16, 1943, the nearly month-long Warsaw Ghetto Uprising came to an end as German forces crushed the Jewish resistance and blew up the Great Synagogue...
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Cost savings appear at heart of potential contract change between City, Chamber (5/15/24)5By Nathan Gladden ~ Southeast MissourianThe City of Cape Girardeau could save $164,327 annually by merging Visit Cape and the municipal Parks and Recreation Department, according to a proposal obtained by the Southeast Missourian. The proposal, put forth by the city’s Parks and Recreation Department, has not been publicly ratified by city officials, nor has there been any other public action on the issue. ...
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Woman sets up donation drive for cat that needs leg amputated after being shot in Cape neighborhood (5/15/24)5By Bob Miller ~ Southeast MissourianA Cape Girardeau woman has set up a fundraiser to get care for a neighborhood cat she named Garfield, who she says was shot in the leg. Madelyn Bandermann took to social media to share that an outside cat that she feeds and cares for was missing for a few days, then returned to her house with a limp...
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Lutheran Family and Children's Service to hold mental health awareness lunch Friday (5/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianMental health information will be at the forefront of an upcoming Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri (LFCS) event. In honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the organization is hosting Mental Health: Let’s Taco 'Bout It from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 17, at the Cape Girardeau Public Library, 711 Clark St...
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SEMO transitioning from Horizons Enrichment Center to new provider (5/15/24)1Southeast MissourianSoutheast Missouri State University is transitioning services provided by the Horizons Enrichment Center to a new, yet-to-be-named provider, pending approval by the Missouri Department of Mental Health. The university will continue to operate the center until the new organization has been approved by state officials...
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Guardians of Liberty to host Meet the Candidates event (5/15/24)17Southeast MissourianGuardians of Liberty in Southeast Missouri will host a Meet the Candidates event on Tuesday, May 21. The news release states the public is invited to this free event. According to the news release, more than two dozen candidates in the Aug. 6 balloting will be participating in the event and will be available for questions...
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Scout Hall's next act: Melissa Carper's genre-blending sound (5/15/24)By Alyssa Lunsford ~ Southeast MissourianMelissa Carper started her music career young. From singing gospel music weekly with her family at rest homes and in church to singing at clubs, such as the Eagles and American Legion by age 12. Growing up around music shaped Carper and her sense of music style. She said when she was younger one of her favorites to put on was Hank Williams. Her music has grown from its gospel and county roots to what it is today — incorporating multiple genres such as old county, bluegrass, jazz, and R&B...
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Lutheran Family and Children's Service to hold mental health awareness lunch Friday (5/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianAttendees at an upcoming LFCS event will chow down on tacos while learning about mental health signs and services.
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Today in History: May 15 (5/15/24)Associated PressToday is Wednesday, May 15, the 136th day of 2024. There are 230 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 15, 1948, hours after declaring its independence, the new state of Israel was attacked by Transjordan, Egypt, Syria, Iraq and Lebanon...
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Cape Girardeau County coroner waives hearing in criminal case (5/14/24)9By Bob Miller ~ Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau County Coroner Wavis Jordan waived a preliminary hearing in his ongoing criminal case in Cape Girardeau County Court on Tuesday, May 14. A preliminary hearing is a standard practice for the prosecution to give evidence to convince a judge that probable cause exists for the charged crimes. Waiving such a hearing is common...
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Jackson man faces charges after allegedly threatening to kill victim, burn house down (5/14/24)Southeast MissourianA Jackson man is in jail after a victim told police he threatened to kill her and burn down the house after previous reports of abuse. Bradley J. Moreland, 41, faces Class E felony charges of third-degree domestic assault and first-degree harassment. He is being held in Cape Girardeau County Jail in lieu of $25,000 surety bond issued by Judge Frank Miller...
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Sex offender arrested on allegations of repeatedly approaching children at Cape Girardeau park (5/14/24)2Southeast MissourianA convicted sex offender living in Cape Girardeau is in jail in lieu of $25,000 cash-only bond after being accused of approaching children at a park. Cape Girardeau Police officers responded to a call on Sunday, May 12 from parents concerned that John Blackmon was seen walking toward children playing kickball...
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Road work: Seal coat operations to impact Perry County traffic; Route C in Perry, Cape counties to be seal coated (5/14/24)Southeast MissourianSeal coat operations to impact in Perry County traffic Missouri Department of Transportation crews will be seal coating roads in Perry County, according to a MoDOT news release. The roads impacted by the surface improvements are n Route K, from Route B to Route O near Perryville;...
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Today in History: May 14 (5/14/24)Associated PressToday is Tuesday, May 14, the 135th day of 2024. There are 231 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 14, 1948, according to the current-era calendar, the independent state of Israel was proclaimed in Tel Aviv by David Ben-Gurion, who became its first prime minister; U.S. President Harry S. Truman immediately recognized the new nation...
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Notre Dame creating 'servant leaders' through partnership with Chick-fil-A (5/13/24)1By J.C. Reeves ~ Southeast MissourianNotre Dame Regional High School partnered with Chick-fil-A during the 2023-24 school year to teach students the importance of "servant leadership" through the company's Leader Academy program. On Friday, May 10, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy participants completed their "impact project," donating more than 1,600 self-care and hygiene products to LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home in Cape Girardeau through a donation drive at the school. ...
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Ex-Sikeston cop receives 20-year sentence for child sexual abuse charges (5/13/24)2Southeast MissourianA former Sikeston, Missouri, police officer was sentenced to 20 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections after his conviction of statutory rape of a child younger than than 14 years old. Brian L. Robinson was sentenced on May 3 to 20 years on each of four counts, but they will run concurrently. He will serve at least 85% of his sentence. Judge Benjamin Lewis ordered the sentence...
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County commissioners updated on renovations for Melaina's Magical Playland (5/13/24)2By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianMelaina’s Magical Playland will be undergoing some renovations in the near future. During the Monday, May 13, meeting of the Cape Girardeau County Commission, the county’s park superintendent, Bryan Sander, notified the commissioners about replacing the playground’s rubber surface...
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Today in History: May 13 (5/13/24)Associated PressToday is Monday, May 13, the 134th day of 2024. There are 232 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On May 13, 1981, Pope John Paul II was shot and seriously wounded in St. Peter’s Square by Turkish assailant Mehmet Ali Agca. On this date:...
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Sponsored: Plans to further expand Cape Girardeau Regional Airport on the horizon (5/12/24)B MagazineCape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI) is reflecting on the past while embracing the future. What does the future of CGI look like? A spacious, more efficient, comfortable and welcoming, modernized terminal. The anticipated opening of this new over $12 million terminal is slated for late Summer 2024...