NewsJune 4, 2018
Southeast Missourian photographers pick their favorite photos from the month of May, 2018.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Mya Ordonia paddles a kayak Saturday, May 19, 2018 on Lake Boutin at Trail of Tears State Park.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Mya Ordonia paddles a kayak Saturday, May 19, 2018 on Lake Boutin at Trail of Tears State Park.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
The celebration begins as Jackson's Cole Welker crosses the plate for a 1-0 walk-off win Tuesday, May 22, 2018 over Lindberg in a Class 5 sectional in St. Louis.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com The celebration begins as Jackson's Cole Welker crosses the plate for a 1-0 walk-off win Tuesday, May 22, 2018 over Lindberg in a Class 5 sectional in St. Louis.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Notre Dame's Megan Heisserer attempts a goal as Rosati-Kain's Paige McNiff defends during the first half of a Class 2 state quarterfinal Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Notre Dame Regional High School.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Notre Dame's Megan Heisserer attempts a goal as Rosati-Kain's Paige McNiff defends during the first half of a Class 2 state quarterfinal Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Notre Dame Regional High School.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Notre Dame's Hannah Miller attempts a goal as Rosati-Kain's Olivia Wilmsmeyer defends during the first half of a Class 2 state quarterfinal Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Notre Dame Regional High School.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Notre Dame's Hannah Miller attempts a goal as Rosati-Kain's Olivia Wilmsmeyer defends during the first half of a Class 2 state quarterfinal Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Notre Dame Regional High School.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
The front of the auditorium in the old Esquire Theater is seen Thursday, May 24, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com The front of the auditorium in the old Esquire Theater is seen Thursday, May 24, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Kyle Spiker and his son, Kaleb, survey the downed maple tree Friday, May 25, 2018 in front of their house after an afternoon rainstorm passed through Cape Girardeau. "It totally missed the house," Spiker said. "My son was right there in the TV room," he added, pointing just beyond the fallen tree. "I think God was watching over us." The incident caused a power outage in the block to which Ameren responded quickly.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Kyle Spiker and his son, Kaleb, survey the downed maple tree Friday, May 25, 2018 in front of their house after an afternoon rainstorm passed through Cape Girardeau. "It totally missed the house," Spiker said. "My son was right there in the TV room," he added, pointing just beyond the fallen tree. "I think God was watching over us." The incident caused a power outage in the block to which Ameren responded quickly.
Iron Mountain Railway volunteer Michael Hogan fills a bucket with paint while applying a fresh coat to a train car Tuesday, May 1, 2018 in Jackson. The Iron Mountain Railway will kick off it's 2018 season with an opening celebration at 1 p.m. Saturday.
Iron Mountain Railway volunteer Michael Hogan fills a bucket with paint while applying a fresh coat to a train car Tuesday, May 1, 2018 in Jackson. The Iron Mountain Railway will kick off it's 2018 season with an opening celebration at 1 p.m. Saturday.
From left, Will Shelton, 1, splashes in a water feature at Levi's Adventure Trail as Cooper Ashby, 6, and William Statler watch from behind a rock Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Cape County Park South in Cape Girardeau.
From left, Will Shelton, 1, splashes in a water feature at Levi's Adventure Trail as Cooper Ashby, 6, and William Statler watch from behind a rock Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Cape County Park South in Cape Girardeau.
Delta High School graduation is held Sunday, May 6, 2018 in Delta, Missouri.
Delta High School graduation is held Sunday, May 6, 2018 in Delta, Missouri.
Charles Jay, 11, left, and his brother, Malachi, 8, toss rocks Monday, May 7, 2018, in the creek at Dennis Scivally Park in Cape Girardeau.
Charles Jay, 11, left, and his brother, Malachi, 8, toss rocks Monday, May 7, 2018, in the creek at Dennis Scivally Park in Cape Girardeau.
Saxony Lutheran's Olivia Voelker walks to the tee after completing the front nine holes in the Class 2 District 1 sectional Monday, May 7, 2018 at Kimbeland Country Club in Jackson.
Saxony Lutheran's Olivia Voelker walks to the tee after completing the front nine holes in the Class 2 District 1 sectional Monday, May 7, 2018 at Kimbeland Country Club in Jackson.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Jackson's Jackson Rinehart competes in the pole vault Friday, May 4, 2018 at the SEMO North Conference track meet at Cape Girardeau Central High School.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Jackson's Jackson Rinehart competes in the pole vault Friday, May 4, 2018 at the SEMO North Conference track meet at Cape Girardeau Central High School.
Cape Girardeau firefighters with Ladder 1 and Engine 1 investigate the cause of a car fire after extinguishing the blaze Wednesday, May 9, 2018 in the parking lot of Fashion Nails at 53 South Plaza Way in Cape Girardeau. Firefighters at the scene said the fire appeared to be caused by the vehicle's battery and no one was injured in the incident.
Cape Girardeau firefighters with Ladder 1 and Engine 1 investigate the cause of a car fire after extinguishing the blaze Wednesday, May 9, 2018 in the parking lot of Fashion Nails at 53 South Plaza Way in Cape Girardeau. Firefighters at the scene said the fire appeared to be caused by the vehicle's battery and no one was injured in the incident.
From left, Chase Crosnoe, Gunner Crosnoe and Cooper Crosnoe pose for a photo during practice Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Cape Girardeau Central High School.
From left, Chase Crosnoe, Gunner Crosnoe and Cooper Crosnoe pose for a photo during practice Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Cape Girardeau Central High School.
Cameron Beggs, owner of Beggs Berry World holds out a freshly picked strawberry Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Begg's Berry World at the Benton/Diehlstadt exit on Interstate 55.
Cameron Beggs, owner of Beggs Berry World holds out a freshly picked strawberry Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Begg's Berry World at the Benton/Diehlstadt exit on Interstate 55.
Teammates pile hats onto Southeast Missouri State pitcher Aaron Stretch's head as he walks the dugout during a game against Belmont on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Teammates pile hats onto Southeast Missouri State pitcher Aaron Stretch's head as he walks the dugout during a game against Belmont on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Robert Henry, 9, slides down a skate ramp while playing Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Washington Park in Cape Girardeau.
Robert Henry, 9, slides down a skate ramp while playing Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Washington Park in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Girardeau Capahas infielders Brant Busenbark, left, and Brady Wright lean against the dugout roof during a tripleheader Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Girardeau Capahas infielders Brant Busenbark, left, and Brady Wright lean against the dugout roof during a tripleheader Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Scott City players Lane Prince, left and Aiden Thompson, right, help Spencer Stratman to his feet Monday, May 21, 2018 after losing the Class 3 sectional championship game in Malden, Missouri.
Scott City players Lane Prince, left and Aiden Thompson, right, help Spencer Stratman to his feet Monday, May 21, 2018 after losing the Class 3 sectional championship game in Malden, Missouri.
Scott City pitcher Bryan McNeely delivers a pitch Monday, May 21, 2018 during the Class 3 sectional championship game in Malden, Missouri.
Scott City pitcher Bryan McNeely delivers a pitch Monday, May 21, 2018 during the Class 3 sectional championship game in Malden, Missouri.
From left, Brielle and Millie Bollinger, ages 5 and 8, wait to scare their older sister, Kyra, 11, as she creeps down a spiral slide near Rotary Lake on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in Jackson City Park.
From left, Brielle and Millie Bollinger, ages 5 and 8, wait to scare their older sister, Kyra, 11, as she creeps down a spiral slide near Rotary Lake on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in Jackson City Park.
Ned Ackman debones the shoulder of a pig Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Wib's Drive-In in Jackson.
Ned Ackman debones the shoulder of a pig Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Wib's Drive-In in Jackson.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
The Oliver House is seen in this drone view May 6, 2018 in Jackson. Situated to the southeast of the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse, the property was first sold in 1848 as what would be considered the entire block.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com The Oliver House is seen in this drone view May 6, 2018 in Jackson. Situated to the southeast of the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse, the property was first sold in 1848 as what would be considered the entire block.
The home plate umpire rules a Vianney runner after being tagged at the plate by Jackson's Boone Gartman in the bottom of the sixth inning of the Class 5 quarterfinal against Vianney on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at Jackson Indian Stadium in Jackson.
The home plate umpire rules a Vianney runner after being tagged at the plate by Jackson's Boone Gartman in the bottom of the sixth inning of the Class 5 quarterfinal against Vianney on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at Jackson Indian Stadium in Jackson.
Tyquan Logan, 11, shows off a fishing trick while waiting for a bite Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the Capaha Park lagoon in Cape Girardeau.
Tyquan Logan, 11, shows off a fishing trick while waiting for a bite Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the Capaha Park lagoon in Cape Girardeau.
Reginald Roberson, left, helps Tyquan Logan, 11, take a fish off the hook Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the Capaha Park lagoon in Cape Girardeau.
Reginald Roberson, left, helps Tyquan Logan, 11, take a fish off the hook Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at the Capaha Park lagoon in Cape Girardeau.
John Strickland of Jackson smokes a tobacco pipe while fishing at Rotary Lake on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 in Jackson.
John Strickland of Jackson smokes a tobacco pipe while fishing at Rotary Lake on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 in Jackson.
Victoria Dinges, 7, reads "The Adventures of Harold and His Friends" on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at the Cape Girardeau Public Library.
Victoria Dinges, 7, reads "The Adventures of Harold and His Friends" on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at the Cape Girardeau Public Library.
Reinhold Electric workers, from left, Mike Giger and Caleb Loveless prepare to replace the beacon tower at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Reinhold Electric workers, from left, Mike Giger and Caleb Loveless prepare to replace the beacon tower at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Oran's Layne Johnson delivers a pitch in the seventh inning of the Class 1 baseball state semifinal game against Green City on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran's Layne Johnson delivers a pitch in the seventh inning of the Class 1 baseball state semifinal game against Green City on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran's Cole Priggel jumps to make a catch as St. Elizabeth freshman Clayton Holtmeyer slides into third base during the fifth inning of the Class 1 baseball state championship game Thursday, May 31, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran's Cole Priggel jumps to make a catch as St. Elizabeth freshman Clayton Holtmeyer slides into third base during the fifth inning of the Class 1 baseball state championship game Thursday, May 31, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran pitcher Drew Reischman walks into the dugout after recording the third out in the fifth inning of the Class 1 baseball state championship game against St. Elizabeth on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran pitcher Drew Reischman walks into the dugout after recording the third out in the fifth inning of the Class 1 baseball state championship game against St. Elizabeth on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran players celebrate with family and friends in the stands after defeating St. Elizabeth in the Class 1 baseball state championship game Thursday, May 31, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
Oran players celebrate with family and friends in the stands after defeating St. Elizabeth in the Class 1 baseball state championship game Thursday, May 31, 2018 at CarShield Field in O'Fallon, Missouri.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Ruth Ann Orr, retiring principal of Alma Schrader Elementary School, is recognized Thursday, May 10, 2018 at a ceremony honoring past principals of the school in Cape Girardeau.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Ruth Ann Orr, retiring principal of Alma Schrader Elementary School, is recognized Thursday, May 10, 2018 at a ceremony honoring past principals of the school in Cape Girardeau.
Breanna Stone wears rubber gloves, goggles and a gas mask as she mixes lye in warm water Tuesday, May 1, 2018, in her home in Jackson.
Breanna Stone wears rubber gloves, goggles and a gas mask as she mixes lye in warm water Tuesday, May 1, 2018, in her home in Jackson.
Faith Newell poses for a photo in her adaptive wheelchair at the Perry County middle school gym Thursday, May 3, 2018, in Perryville.
Faith Newell poses for a photo in her adaptive wheelchair at the Perry County middle school gym Thursday, May 3, 2018, in Perryville.
Carlos Bacques cooks food in the kitchen of El Acapulco Friday, May 4, 2018, in Cape Girardeau.
Carlos Bacques cooks food in the kitchen of El Acapulco Friday, May 4, 2018, in Cape Girardeau.
James Eikenberry, 5, bites his shirt and goofs off with other children at Food Truck Friday held behind the Rust Center for Media Friday May 4, 2018, in Cape Girardeau.
James Eikenberry, 5, bites his shirt and goofs off with other children at Food Truck Friday held behind the Rust Center for Media Friday May 4, 2018, in Cape Girardeau.
Attendees enjoy food at the Food Truck Friday event held Friday May 4, 2018, in Cape Girardeau.
Attendees enjoy food at the Food Truck Friday event held Friday May 4, 2018, in Cape Girardeau.
Abi Emily, center, and Haley Seger, left, cheer on Dwight Gates while the crew from Smokehouse 61 takes a break on the Jackson Civic Center patio at sunset Friday, May 4, 2018, after serving the food at the Lutheran Family and Children's Services (LFCS) annual Kentucky Derby Party in Jackson.
Abi Emily, center, and Haley Seger, left, cheer on Dwight Gates while the crew from Smokehouse 61 takes a break on the Jackson Civic Center patio at sunset Friday, May 4, 2018, after serving the food at the Lutheran Family and Children's Services (LFCS) annual Kentucky Derby Party in Jackson.
Community members and veterans attend the Honoring our Military event Saturday, May 5, 2018, at the Scott City Historical Museum in Scott City.
Community members and veterans attend the Honoring our Military event Saturday, May 5, 2018, at the Scott City Historical Museum in Scott City.
Mark Allen, math teacher at Central High School, praises his 2-year-old red British labrador retriever Lucy in front of his Algebra II class after Lucy performed a run Monday, May 7, 2018, outside of Central High School in Cape Girardeau. Allen began training Lucy in obedience at six months old, furthering her training to hunting training when she turned one year old. He uses a whistle and hand signals to communicate with Lucy while she is out in the field, as he demonstrated to his students. Allen tied Lucy to the curriculum by having her perform a run in a triangle, in which students were required to solve math equations depending on the class level.
Mark Allen, math teacher at Central High School, praises his 2-year-old red British labrador retriever Lucy in front of his Algebra II class after Lucy performed a run Monday, May 7, 2018, outside of Central High School in Cape Girardeau. Allen began training Lucy in obedience at six months old, furthering her training to hunting training when she turned one year old. He uses a whistle and hand signals to communicate with Lucy while she is out in the field, as he demonstrated to his students. Allen tied Lucy to the curriculum by having her perform a run in a triangle, in which students were required to solve math equations depending on the class level.
Mark Allen, math teacher at Central High School, walks back into Central High School with his 2-year-old red British labrador retriever Lucy after their demonstration outside Monday, May 7, 2018, in Cape Girardeau. Allen began training Lucy in obedience at six months old, furthering her training to hunting training when she turned one year old. He uses a whistle and hand signals to communicate with Lucy while she is out in the field, as he demonstrated to his students. Allen tied Lucy to the curriculum by having her perform a run in a triangle, in which students were required to solve math equations depending on the class level.
Mark Allen, math teacher at Central High School, walks back into Central High School with his 2-year-old red British labrador retriever Lucy after their demonstration outside Monday, May 7, 2018, in Cape Girardeau. Allen began training Lucy in obedience at six months old, furthering her training to hunting training when she turned one year old. He uses a whistle and hand signals to communicate with Lucy while she is out in the field, as he demonstrated to his students. Allen tied Lucy to the curriculum by having her perform a run in a triangle, in which students were required to solve math equations depending on the class level.
Southeast Missouri State spring graduation Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Southeast Missouri State spring graduation Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Jackson players celebrate with a dogpile on the mound after their 5-2 win over Poplar Bluff in the Class 5 District 1 championship game Monday, May 14, 2018 at Cape Girardeau Central High School.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Jackson players celebrate with a dogpile on the mound after their 5-2 win over Poplar Bluff in the Class 5 District 1 championship game Monday, May 14, 2018 at Cape Girardeau Central High School.
The audience reacts to Makayla Job's valedictorian speech during the Scott City Class of 2018 graduation Sunday, May 13, 2018 in Scott City.
The audience reacts to Makayla Job's valedictorian speech during the Scott City Class of 2018 graduation Sunday, May 13, 2018 in Scott City.
Graduates toss their hats in the air as balloons fall at the final moments of the Cape Central High School Class of 2018 graduation Sunday, May 13, 2018 at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Graduates toss their hats in the air as balloons fall at the final moments of the Cape Central High School Class of 2018 graduation Sunday, May 13, 2018 at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Doug Clover holds up a craft that can be made at Shawnee Hills Lavender farm Tuesday, May 15, 2018 in Cobden, Illinois.
Doug Clover holds up a craft that can be made at Shawnee Hills Lavender farm Tuesday, May 15, 2018 in Cobden, Illinois.
A dairy cow at local dairy farmer Karen Huffman's farm eats hay Friday, May 18, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
A dairy cow at local dairy farmer Karen Huffman's farm eats hay Friday, May 18, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Lindyn Devenport, 6, climbs around the playground at Cape County Park South's Levi's Adventure Trail Monday, May 21, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Lindyn Devenport, 6, climbs around the playground at Cape County Park South's Levi's Adventure Trail Monday, May 21, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Gov. Eric Greitens speaks during the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony presented by Seniors and Lawmen Together (S.A.L.T.) Thursday, May 24, 2018 at the Cape Bible Chapel in Cape Girardeau.
Gov. Eric Greitens speaks during the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony presented by Seniors and Lawmen Together (S.A.L.T.) Thursday, May 24, 2018 at the Cape Bible Chapel in Cape Girardeau.
Chance, 4, poses for a portrait while leashed to his owner Mark Reder before the start of the 4th annual Carry The Load Memorial Walk Saturday, May 26, 2018 in downtown Cape Girardeau.
Chance, 4, poses for a portrait while leashed to his owner Mark Reder before the start of the 4th annual Carry The Load Memorial Walk Saturday, May 26, 2018 in downtown Cape Girardeau.
The 4th annual Carry The Load Memorial Walk Saturday, May 26, 2018 in downtown Cape Girardeau.
The 4th annual Carry The Load Memorial Walk Saturday, May 26, 2018 in downtown Cape Girardeau.
Participants march up Broadway St. toward Kingshighway before heading towards Cape County Park North for the 4th annual Carry The Load Memorial Walk Saturday, May 26, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Participants march up Broadway St. toward Kingshighway before heading towards Cape County Park North for the 4th annual Carry The Load Memorial Walk Saturday, May 26, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Melvin Kuehle laughs during conversation with friends and family Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the VFW in Cape Girardeau.
Melvin Kuehle laughs during conversation with friends and family Saturday, May 26, 2018 at the VFW in Cape Girardeau.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
The World War I memorial depicting a doughboy is seen Tuesday, May 15, 2018 in front of the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse in Jackson.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com The World War I memorial depicting a doughboy is seen Tuesday, May 15, 2018 in front of the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse in Jackson.
Larry Miller listens as Congressman Jason Smith speaks during the Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Althenthal - Joerns Post 158 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse Monday, May 28, 2018 in Jackson.
Larry Miller listens as Congressman Jason Smith speaks during the Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Althenthal - Joerns Post 158 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse Monday, May 28, 2018 in Jackson.
The Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Althenthal - Joerns Post 158 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse Monday, May 28, 2018 in Jackson.
The Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Althenthal - Joerns Post 158 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse Monday, May 28, 2018 in Jackson.
The American Legion Honor Guard retires the colors during the conclusion of the Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Althenthal - Joerns Post 158 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse Monday, May 28, 2018 in Jackson.
The American Legion Honor Guard retires the colors during the conclusion of the Memorial Day ceremony hosted by Althenthal - Joerns Post 158 American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary at the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse Monday, May 28, 2018 in Jackson.
Excavation crews remove the sod from the Jackson Junior High School soccer fields as part of the project to put in astroturf down for the fields Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Jackson.
Excavation crews remove the sod from the Jackson Junior High School soccer fields as part of the project to put in astroturf down for the fields Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Jackson.
Rebecca Gangemella poses for a photo at Capaha park Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Rebecca Gangemella poses for a photo at Capaha park Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Rebecca Gangemella poses for a portrait at Southeast Missouri State University's Houck Stadium Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
Rebecca Gangemella poses for a portrait at Southeast Missouri State University's Houck Stadium Thursday, May 31, 2018 in Cape Girardeau.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
The Notre Dame soccer team runs across the field to collect their first-place plaque after their 4-0 win over Perryville High School in the Class 2 District 1 championship game Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in Perryville, Missouri.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com The Notre Dame soccer team runs across the field to collect their first-place plaque after their 4-0 win over Perryville High School in the Class 2 District 1 championship game Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in Perryville, Missouri.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Cape Girardeau Police patrolman Blake Leadbetter dangles a bucket on a rope Friday, May 18, 2018 from the roof of Dunkin' Donuts as Payton Ellis donates to Special Olympics. It was the first local "Cop on a Rooftop" event.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Cape Girardeau Police patrolman Blake Leadbetter dangles a bucket on a rope Friday, May 18, 2018 from the roof of Dunkin' Donuts as Payton Ellis donates to Special Olympics. It was the first local "Cop on a Rooftop" event.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com
Jackson High School graduates toss their mortarboards at the close of commencement Friday, May 18, 2018 at the Show Me Center.
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Jackson High School graduates toss their mortarboards at the close of commencement Friday, May 18, 2018 at the Show Me Center.
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