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NewsAugust 2, 2019
Photos of the Month — July 2019
Southeast Missourian photojournalists share their best images from July 2019.
Tyler Graef, Ben Matthews and Jacob Wiegand
Donna Sinclair smiles while dancing with her husband, Rick, during the final day of Homecomers Saturday, July 27, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
Donna Sinclair smiles while dancing with her husband, Rick, during the final day of Homecomers Saturday, July 27, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
The Rev. David Dissen, right, and his wife, Judy Dissen, participate in a church service Sunday, July 14, 2019, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville. On July 5, Dissen celebrated the 60th anniversary of his ordination. "I love the work. I love the people," Dissen said about his profession. Since retiring in 1998, Dissen has been filling vacancies in parishes and now he and Judy attend Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville where he will also fill in at times.
The Rev. David Dissen, right, and his wife, Judy Dissen, participate in a church service Sunday, July 14, 2019, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville. On July 5, Dissen celebrated the 60th anniversary of his ordination. "I love the work. I love the people," Dissen said about his profession. Since retiring in 1998, Dissen has been filling vacancies in parishes and now he and Judy attend Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville where he will also fill in at times.
The Rev. David Dissen converses before a Sunday morning service next to Marie Hoffmeister, originally of Gordonville and now Jackson, on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville.
The Rev. David Dissen converses before a Sunday morning service next to Marie Hoffmeister, originally of Gordonville and now Jackson, on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at Zion Lutheran Church in Gordonville.
Stacy Gilpin, center foreground, of Niota, Illinois, helps residents of East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, including, back from left, Toby Warner, Shawn Merritt, Rick Smith and Ashley Sturm, install a barrier to help slow waves on the floodwaters before the waves hit sandbag walls, in foreground, on Sunday, July 14, 2019, along the south side of East Cape Girardeau. Although not from East Cape Girardeau, Gilpin's daughter lives in the community. "My daughter's here. I'm just here to help," he said.
Stacy Gilpin, center foreground, of Niota, Illinois, helps residents of East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, including, back from left, Toby Warner, Shawn Merritt, Rick Smith and Ashley Sturm, install a barrier to help slow waves on the floodwaters before the waves hit sandbag walls, in foreground, on Sunday, July 14, 2019, along the south side of East Cape Girardeau. Although not from East Cape Girardeau, Gilpin's daughter lives in the community. "My daughter's here. I'm just here to help," he said.
Toby Warner of East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, guides a boat containing Rick Smith of East Cape Girardeau while installing barriers to help slow waves on the floodwaters before the waves hit sandbag walls Sunday, July 14, 2019, in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois.
Toby Warner of East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, guides a boat containing Rick Smith of East Cape Girardeau while installing barriers to help slow waves on the floodwaters before the waves hit sandbag walls Sunday, July 14, 2019, in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois.
Kelly Mowery, of Olive Branch, Illinois, keeps an eye on her belongings while kayaking through a flooded portion of Illinois Route 146 in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois. Mowery said her cargo contained chicken sandwiches and beer for her husband, who was working to remove four feet of floodwater from the basement of a house they own in East Cape Girardeau.
Kelly Mowery, of Olive Branch, Illinois, keeps an eye on her belongings while kayaking through a flooded portion of Illinois Route 146 in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois. Mowery said her cargo contained chicken sandwiches and beer for her husband, who was working to remove four feet of floodwater from the basement of a house they own in East Cape Girardeau.
After spending the morning at vacation Bible school, Nicholas Elfrink, center, leaps into the pool while swimming with John Paul Barinque, right, and Declan Vowels, left, as an afternoon rain shower begins to fall Tuesday, July 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
After spending the morning at vacation Bible school, Nicholas Elfrink, center, leaps into the pool while swimming with John Paul Barinque, right, and Declan Vowels, left, as an afternoon rain shower begins to fall Tuesday, July 16, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Debbie Kays of Cape Girardeau receives her order of a blue raspberry shaved ice Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Ty's Summer Sno in Cape Girardeau.
Debbie Kays of Cape Girardeau receives her order of a blue raspberry shaved ice Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Ty's Summer Sno in Cape Girardeau.
Kael Rains, 4, of Cape Girardeau asks his grandmother Debbie Kays of Cape Girardeau if his tongue is red while eating cherry shaved ice Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Ty's Summer Sno in Cape Girardeau.
Kael Rains, 4, of Cape Girardeau asks his grandmother Debbie Kays of Cape Girardeau if his tongue is red while eating cherry shaved ice Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Ty's Summer Sno in Cape Girardeau.
Payton Foltz, 3, of Patton, Missouri, is twirled by Hannah Duke, dressed as Rapunzel, during a Chick-Fil-A Daddy Daughter Tea Party held Thursday, July 18, 2019, at the Jackson Civic Center.
Payton Foltz, 3, of Patton, Missouri, is twirled by Hannah Duke, dressed as Rapunzel, during a Chick-Fil-A Daddy Daughter Tea Party held Thursday, July 18, 2019, at the Jackson Civic Center.
The Southeast Missourian front page from the Monday following the lunar landing is seen on the Friday before the historic landing's 50th anniversary.
The Southeast Missourian front page from the Monday following the lunar landing is seen on the Friday before the historic landing's 50th anniversary.
Lexi Windes wipes mud off the face of Jackson Rushin during the annual Mud Volleyball tourney Thursday, July 4, 2019, Jackson City Park in Jackson.
Lexi Windes wipes mud off the face of Jackson Rushin during the annual Mud Volleyball tourney Thursday, July 4, 2019, Jackson City Park in Jackson.
Cape Catfish Christopher Jordan slides unsuccessfully into third base during a game against the Hannibal Hoots Friday, July 19, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Catfish Christopher Jordan slides unsuccessfully into third base during a game against the Hannibal Hoots Friday, July 19, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Catfish Ellison Hanna II scores a run during a game against the Hannibal Hoots Friday, July 19, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Catfish Ellison Hanna II scores a run during a game against the Hannibal Hoots Friday, July 19, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Novie Rose, 2, of Sikeston, Missouri, puts her arms around Drew Rose, also of Sikeston, during the Oran Sesquicentennial Celebration on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Tilles Memorial City Park in Oran, Missouri. On July 16, the community marked its 150th anniversary.
Novie Rose, 2, of Sikeston, Missouri, puts her arms around Drew Rose, also of Sikeston, during the Oran Sesquicentennial Celebration on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Tilles Memorial City Park in Oran, Missouri. On July 16, the community marked its 150th anniversary.
Tim Bleichroth, in a candyman costume, interacts with the audience before dancing during Dancing with Show Me Stars fundraiser Saturday, July 20, 2019 at the Drury Conference Center in Cape Girardeau.
Tim Bleichroth, in a candyman costume, interacts with the audience before dancing during Dancing with Show Me Stars fundraiser Saturday, July 20, 2019 at the Drury Conference Center in Cape Girardeau.
Ryan McLaughlin of Dexter, Missouri, takes part in a scuba diving class with his son Miller McLaughlin, 15, not pictured, Saturday, July 13, 2019, at Southeast Missouri State University's Student Aquatic Center in Cape Girardeau.
Ryan McLaughlin of Dexter, Missouri, takes part in a scuba diving class with his son Miller McLaughlin, 15, not pictured, Saturday, July 13, 2019, at Southeast Missouri State University's Student Aquatic Center in Cape Girardeau.
Divers are seen during a scuba diving class Saturday, July 13, 2019, at Southeast Missouri State University's Student Aquatic Center in Cape Girardeau.
Divers are seen during a scuba diving class Saturday, July 13, 2019, at Southeast Missouri State University's Student Aquatic Center in Cape Girardeau.
James Parris of Dexter, Missouri, readies himself for a scuba dive Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Mermet Springs in Massac County, Illinois.
James Parris of Dexter, Missouri, readies himself for a scuba dive Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Mermet Springs in Massac County, Illinois.
Aaron Parris, front right, of Dexter, Missouri; his son, James Parris, front left; Jonah McAllister, back right, of Farmington, Missouri; and his father, Frankie McAllister, back left, prepare for a scuba dive Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Mermet Springs in Massac County, Illinois.
Aaron Parris, front right, of Dexter, Missouri; his son, James Parris, front left; Jonah McAllister, back right, of Farmington, Missouri; and his father, Frankie McAllister, back left, prepare for a scuba dive Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Mermet Springs in Massac County, Illinois.
James Parris of Dexter, Missouri, floats in the water after the final scuba dive he needed to become a certified open water diver Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Mermet Springs in Massac County, Illinois.
James Parris of Dexter, Missouri, floats in the water after the final scuba dive he needed to become a certified open water diver Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Mermet Springs in Massac County, Illinois.
Cape Girardeau Capahas pitcher Drew Reischman high fives his teammates before the start of a doubleheader against the Charleston Riverdogs on Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Girardeau Capahas pitcher Drew Reischman high fives his teammates before the start of a doubleheader against the Charleston Riverdogs on Sunday, July 21, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau.
Friends of Austin Miller (not pictured) relax in a kiddie pool on the front lawn of Miller's house Thursday, July 4, 2019, in Jackson.
Friends of Austin Miller (not pictured) relax in a kiddie pool on the front lawn of Miller's house Thursday, July 4, 2019, in Jackson.
A crew of city employees reopens the Broadway floodgate Monday, July 22, 2019, at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau after remaining sealed shut for over four months.
A crew of city employees reopens the Broadway floodgate Monday, July 22, 2019, at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau after remaining sealed shut for over four months.
Dawson Jackson, 15, center, backflips over his friend, Matthew Sturm, 16, as another friend, Christopher Mellon, 13, waches on the courthouse lawn during Homecomers Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in Uptown Jackson. The boys said they taught themselves how to do backflips, back handsprings and other acrobatics in their backyards over the past 5 years as a hobby. "It just looked cool," Jackson said.
Dawson Jackson, 15, center, backflips over his friend, Matthew Sturm, 16, as another friend, Christopher Mellon, 13, waches on the courthouse lawn during Homecomers Tuesday, July 23, 2019, in Uptown Jackson. The boys said they taught themselves how to do backflips, back handsprings and other acrobatics in their backyards over the past 5 years as a hobby. "It just looked cool," Jackson said.
Dawson Camden pulls his finger off the football Perryville kicker Eli Bierk steps to kick a field goal during a team competition at the end of a summer workout Wednesday, July 24, 2019, in Perryville, Missouri.
Dawson Camden pulls his finger off the football Perryville kicker Eli Bierk steps to kick a field goal during a team competition at the end of a summer workout Wednesday, July 24, 2019, in Perryville, Missouri.
Margo Nea leaps over a barrier during practice Thursday, July 25, 2019, at the Abe Stuber Track & Field Complex in Cape Girardeau.
Margo Nea leaps over a barrier during practice Thursday, July 25, 2019, at the Abe Stuber Track & Field Complex in Cape Girardeau.
Cole Barker, of Dexter, changes out of his racing spikes before practicing long jump during a practice Thursday, July 25, 2019, at the Abe Stuber Track & Field Complex in Cape Girardeau.
Cole Barker, of Dexter, changes out of his racing spikes before practicing long jump during a practice Thursday, July 25, 2019, at the Abe Stuber Track & Field Complex in Cape Girardeau.
Girls scream on the Scrambler during the final day of Homecomers Saturday, July 27, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
Girls scream on the Scrambler during the final day of Homecomers Saturday, July 27, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
Nora and Gerry Roberson eye a dart game during the final day of Homecomers Saturday, July 27, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
Nora and Gerry Roberson eye a dart game during the final day of Homecomers Saturday, July 27, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
Motorists cross over the Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge on Monday, July 29, 2019, in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois.
Motorists cross over the Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge on Monday, July 29, 2019, in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois.
Members of the Cape Girardeau Police Department mark evidence at the scene of a shooting Monday, July 29, 2019, outside of Jefferson Elementary in Cape Girardeau.
Members of the Cape Girardeau Police Department mark evidence at the scene of a shooting Monday, July 29, 2019, outside of Jefferson Elementary in Cape Girardeau.
Water bounces off the face of Cape Central lineman Landon Pearson as he drinks from the hose during a summer workout Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau.
Water bounces off the face of Cape Central lineman Landon Pearson as he drinks from the hose during a summer workout Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau.
Robert Whitaker, left, helps 4-year-old Kaydence Lesar shoot off a firework as 6-year-old Isaac Howard looks on before the annual Independence Day fireworks display Thursday, July 4, 2019, Arena Park in Cape Girardeau.
Robert Whitaker, left, helps 4-year-old Kaydence Lesar shoot off a firework as 6-year-old Isaac Howard looks on before the annual Independence Day fireworks display Thursday, July 4, 2019, Arena Park in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Central football players around head coach Kent Gibbs as he reviews a play during a summer workout Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Central football players around head coach Kent Gibbs as he reviews a play during a summer workout Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau.
Cape Catfish outfielder Curtis Washington Jr. (26) stands at bat during the first game of a doubleheader between the Cape Catfish and the Hannibal Hoots on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau. The Catfish won the first game 2-0.
Cape Catfish outfielder Curtis Washington Jr. (26) stands at bat during the first game of a doubleheader between the Cape Catfish and the Hannibal Hoots on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Capaha Field in Cape Girardeau. The Catfish won the first game 2-0.
Tyler Bailey and Bekah Baker, who have been dating nearly four years and are both of Cape Girardeau, sit along the Mississippi River on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau. The Broadway floodgate was reopened July 22 after being closed since mid-March; the Themis Street gate opened Tuesday. 
Tyler Bailey and Bekah Baker, who have been dating nearly four years and are both of Cape Girardeau, sit along the Mississippi River on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, at Riverfront Park in Cape Girardeau. The Broadway floodgate was reopened July 22 after being closed since mid-March; the Themis Street gate opened Tuesday. 
A spectator in patriotic garb is illuminated by fireworks during the annual Independence Day fireworks display Thursday, July 4, 2019, Arena Park in Cape Girardeau.
A spectator in patriotic garb is illuminated by fireworks during the annual Independence Day fireworks display Thursday, July 4, 2019, Arena Park in Cape Girardeau.
Rick Myers waits for a truck to pass on a flooded stretch of road Saturday, July 6, 2019, in McClure. Myers said most people drive too fast through floodwaters and often leave wakes that can undermine levees around houses that would otherwise hold up. "Some people are courteous about it, but others of them, not so much," he said.
Rick Myers waits for a truck to pass on a flooded stretch of road Saturday, July 6, 2019, in McClure. Myers said most people drive too fast through floodwaters and often leave wakes that can undermine levees around houses that would otherwise hold up. "Some people are courteous about it, but others of them, not so much," he said.
Cindy Laymon, right, and her son Jesse Laymon-Sheffer, both of East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, walk back to the community from their parked vehicle Tuesday, July 9, 2019, through a flooded portion of Illinois Route 146 between the Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge and the edge of East Cape Girardeau. The mother and son have been parking a vehicle at the edge of floodwaters to travel to work in Cape Girardeau. "We have come to work every day so it's at least two trips [through the water]," Cindy said of their routine for most days.
Cindy Laymon, right, and her son Jesse Laymon-Sheffer, both of East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, walk back to the community from their parked vehicle Tuesday, July 9, 2019, through a flooded portion of Illinois Route 146 between the Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge and the edge of East Cape Girardeau. The mother and son have been parking a vehicle at the edge of floodwaters to travel to work in Cape Girardeau. "We have come to work every day so it's at least two trips [through the water]," Cindy said of their routine for most days.
Parks and recreation mascot Playmo plays with children including Christopher Hinman II, 2, of Cape Girardeau, during the 19th annual Parks and Rec Day on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau.
Parks and recreation mascot Playmo plays with children including Christopher Hinman II, 2, of Cape Girardeau, during the 19th annual Parks and Rec Day on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau.
Willow Rieger, 6, yells "children don't belong in cages!" to a passing vehicle while demonstrating with dozens of other protesters Friday, July 12, 2019, at Capaha Park's Freedom Corner in Cape Girardeau. The demonstration was held to denounce controversial U.S. immigration policy as well as subpar conditions in migrant detention centers which have become a cultural flashpoint in recent weeks.
Willow Rieger, 6, yells "children don't belong in cages!" to a passing vehicle while demonstrating with dozens of other protesters Friday, July 12, 2019, at Capaha Park's Freedom Corner in Cape Girardeau. The demonstration was held to denounce controversial U.S. immigration policy as well as subpar conditions in migrant detention centers which have become a cultural flashpoint in recent weeks.
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