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NewsNovember 5, 2019

Photos of the Month — Oct. 2019

Southeast Missourian photojournalists share their best images of Oct. 2019.

Southeast Missourian photography staff
Clockwise from left: Amya Patterson, 5; Justis Howell, 10; and Deandre Abraham, 2, bounce A'shon Howell, 3, below center, on a trampoline Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Clockwise from left: Amya Patterson, 5; Justis Howell, 10; and Deandre Abraham, 2, bounce A'shon Howell, 3, below center, on a trampoline Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Valeria "Aunt Skeeters" Sanchez, left, and Mary Campbell play along during a cardio drumming exercise during the TBY Active Living Expo Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019, at the Isle Casino in Cape Girardeau. "We come from a line of famous drummers," Sanchez said. "Including Termite Watkins. He's in a great band called the Fat Daddies."
Valeria "Aunt Skeeters" Sanchez, left, and Mary Campbell play along during a cardio drumming exercise during the TBY Active Living Expo Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019, at the Isle Casino in Cape Girardeau. "We come from a line of famous drummers," Sanchez said. "Including Termite Watkins. He's in a great band called the Fat Daddies."
Drake McIntyre, 13, practices playing "Eagle Ridge" on his flute outside his home Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, in Marble Hill. McIntyre said he practices with the Woodland band every day after school and also puts in at least 15 minutes of practice on his own each afternoon. Now in 8th grade, McIntyre picked up the flute last year, in part because his mother, who also plays the instrument, could help tutor him if he got stuck.
Drake McIntyre, 13, practices playing "Eagle Ridge" on his flute outside his home Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, in Marble Hill. McIntyre said he practices with the Woodland band every day after school and also puts in at least 15 minutes of practice on his own each afternoon. Now in 8th grade, McIntyre picked up the flute last year, in part because his mother, who also plays the instrument, could help tutor him if he got stuck.
From left, Blanchard elementary faculty members Stan Propst, Tim Schmitt and Holly Cochrane paint the basketball court at Indian Park on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. According to an email from Cape Girardeau Public Schools communications director Kristin Tallent, the service project is one of many taking place today throughout Cape Girardeau after superintendent Neil Glass made the decision to utilize a professional development day for public service projects. The group of Blanchard faculty members decided to tackle their service project a day early due to a chance of rain today.
From left, Blanchard elementary faculty members Stan Propst, Tim Schmitt and Holly Cochrane paint the basketball court at Indian Park on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. According to an email from Cape Girardeau Public Schools communications director Kristin Tallent, the service project is one of many taking place today throughout Cape Girardeau after superintendent Neil Glass made the decision to utilize a professional development day for public service projects. The group of Blanchard faculty members decided to tackle their service project a day early due to a chance of rain today.
Rocky St. Moore does her hair before taking the stage at the fall 2019 drag show hosted by Southeast Missouri State University's PRIDE organization Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, at the University Center Ballroom in Cape Girardeau.
Rocky St. Moore does her hair before taking the stage at the fall 2019 drag show hosted by Southeast Missouri State University's PRIDE organization Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, at the University Center Ballroom in Cape Girardeau.
"Ain't Misbehavin'" cast member Cynthia Thomas waits with other cast members shortly before the start of the premier of "Ain't Misbehavin'" on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus in Cape Girardeau.
"Ain't Misbehavin'" cast member Cynthia Thomas waits with other cast members shortly before the start of the premier of "Ain't Misbehavin'" on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus in Cape Girardeau.
Nick Lappe (21) is seen icing his ankle after being sidelined with injury in the first quarter of a game against St. Pius X Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, at St. Vincent High School in Perryville.
Nick Lappe (21) is seen icing his ankle after being sidelined with injury in the first quarter of a game against St. Pius X Friday, Oct. 11, 2019, at St. Vincent High School in Perryville.
Lindsay Adams of Cape Girardeau gets covered in coloring during a group color toss at the Saint Francis Foundation's first Color Dash on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at Arena Park in Cape Girardeau. Race coordinator Ashley Gentry said funds raised from the race go to the Dig for Life program which provides free screenings for the top four cancers in the area including lung, prostate, colon and breast. The dash consisted of a 5K race and a walking event.
Lindsay Adams of Cape Girardeau gets covered in coloring during a group color toss at the Saint Francis Foundation's first Color Dash on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at Arena Park in Cape Girardeau. Race coordinator Ashley Gentry said funds raised from the race go to the Dig for Life program which provides free screenings for the top four cancers in the area including lung, prostate, colon and breast. The dash consisted of a 5K race and a walking event.
A temporary tattoo depicting the Chaffee Red Devil (the local high school mascot) is seen on the forehead of Jazmine Sadler during Chaffee German Days Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at Frisco Park in Chaffee.
A temporary tattoo depicting the Chaffee Red Devil (the local high school mascot) is seen on the forehead of Jazmine Sadler during Chaffee German Days Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, at Frisco Park in Chaffee.
Children play on hay bales at the Saxon Lutheran Memorial's 39th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Frohna, Missouri. The event included crafts, food, music and 1800s demonstrations.
Children play on hay bales at the Saxon Lutheran Memorial's 39th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Frohna, Missouri. The event included crafts, food, music and 1800s demonstrations.
Maggie Rice, 2, of Perryville, Missouri, jumps into hay at the Saxon Lutheran Memorial's 39th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Frohna, Missouri. The event included crafts, food, music and 1800s demonstrations.
Maggie Rice, 2, of Perryville, Missouri, jumps into hay at the Saxon Lutheran Memorial's 39th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Frohna, Missouri. The event included crafts, food, music and 1800s demonstrations.
Bill Martin of Sikeston, Missouri, works to lift netting covering of Norton grapes Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, in a vineyard of River Ridge Winery in Commerce, Missouri. River Ridge Winery co-owner Rob Bullock said the nets are to keep the birds away. Without the nets, he said birds will consume 500 pounds of grapes a day or more.
Bill Martin of Sikeston, Missouri, works to lift netting covering of Norton grapes Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, in a vineyard of River Ridge Winery in Commerce, Missouri. River Ridge Winery co-owner Rob Bullock said the nets are to keep the birds away. Without the nets, he said birds will consume 500 pounds of grapes a day or more.
Ladonna McNeely, center, lets out a cheer after receiving a honk from a tractor trailer on I-55 Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at the Cemetery of the Innocent in Cape Girardeau.
Ladonna McNeely, center, lets out a cheer after receiving a honk from a tractor trailer on I-55 Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, at the Cemetery of the Innocent in Cape Girardeau.
Avery Bauer (right), 17, of Jackson, prepares to catch a pancake on a plate near fellow Jackson Rotary Pancake Day workers Chris Krewson (left), 17, of Altenburg, Missouri, and Rick Sparks of Jackson (middle) on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the New McKendree United Methodist Church's south campus in Jackson.
Avery Bauer (right), 17, of Jackson, prepares to catch a pancake on a plate near fellow Jackson Rotary Pancake Day workers Chris Krewson (left), 17, of Altenburg, Missouri, and Rick Sparks of Jackson (middle) on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, at the New McKendree United Methodist Church's south campus in Jackson.
Running crew head Isaah Williams awaits a cue while operating lights behind the set during a dress rehearsal of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, at the Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall in Cape Girardeau.
Running crew head Isaah Williams awaits a cue while operating lights behind the set during a dress rehearsal of "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019, at the Richard D. Kinder Performance Hall in Cape Girardeau.
Kyndahl Hilsey, dressed as Tina Belcher, and her mother, Courtney Hilsey, right, search for clues in a "Scooby Doo" themed scavenger hunt throughout Crisp Museum on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at the River Campus in Cape Girardeau. Those who complete the scavenger hunt before Halloween will be entered into a raffle to win a cauldron of candy.
Kyndahl Hilsey, dressed as Tina Belcher, and her mother, Courtney Hilsey, right, search for clues in a "Scooby Doo" themed scavenger hunt throughout Crisp Museum on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at the River Campus in Cape Girardeau. Those who complete the scavenger hunt before Halloween will be entered into a raffle to win a cauldron of candy.
Notre Dame's Riley Burger (22), top of hug, is embraced by teammate Carolyne Cork following the Bulldogs' 4-3 victory over the Perryville Pirates in the Class 3 District 1 championship Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, in Perryville, Missouri.
Notre Dame's Riley Burger (22), top of hug, is embraced by teammate Carolyne Cork following the Bulldogs' 4-3 victory over the Perryville Pirates in the Class 3 District 1 championship Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, in Perryville, Missouri.
Notre Dame teammates from left: Harley Ressel, Halle Heuring, Grace Lemons, Caroline Lochmann (with phone), Ainsley Burnett and Sophie Hagan take pictures with the team's plaque after the Bulldogs' 4-3 victory over the Perryville Pirates in the Class 3 District 1 championship Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, in Perryville, Missouri.
Notre Dame teammates from left: Harley Ressel, Halle Heuring, Grace Lemons, Caroline Lochmann (with phone), Ainsley Burnett and Sophie Hagan take pictures with the team's plaque after the Bulldogs' 4-3 victory over the Perryville Pirates in the Class 3 District 1 championship Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, in Perryville, Missouri.
Morgan Gadberry, left, hugs Kelly auxiliary band director Lela Carmack as members of the marching band cheer as a senior is announced before a game between Scott City and Kelly High Schools Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, at Kelly High School in Benton.
Morgan Gadberry, left, hugs Kelly auxiliary band director Lela Carmack as members of the marching band cheer as a senior is announced before a game between Scott City and Kelly High Schools Friday, Oct. 18, 2019, at Kelly High School in Benton.
Lillian Hinman, 5, watches a model train exhibit during the Scott City Railroad Heritage Day celebration Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at the Scott City Historical Museum in Scott City.
Lillian Hinman, 5, watches a model train exhibit during the Scott City Railroad Heritage Day celebration Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at the Scott City Historical Museum in Scott City.
A performer watches a testimonial play on the jumbotron from behind a backstage curtain before the Vintage Now Fashion Show Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
A performer watches a testimonial play on the jumbotron from behind a backstage curtain before the Vintage Now Fashion Show Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Dressed in Norse-inspired fashion, Kirby Ray, walks the runway during the VintageNOW fashion show Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Dressed in Norse-inspired fashion, Kirby Ray, walks the runway during the VintageNOW fashion show Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
Yellowjackets are seen on a Norton grape during picking Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, in a vineyard of River Ridge Winery in Commerce, Missouri. River Ridge Winery co-owner Rob Bullock said when picking grapes they have to tolerate things like sunburns and bug bites. He said you have to want the wine more than the yellowjackets want the grapes.
Yellowjackets are seen on a Norton grape during picking Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, in a vineyard of River Ridge Winery in Commerce, Missouri. River Ridge Winery co-owner Rob Bullock said when picking grapes they have to tolerate things like sunburns and bug bites. He said you have to want the wine more than the yellowjackets want the grapes.
Local rock radio DJ Kirby Ray performs with his metal band, Emaciation, during band practice Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at a shed owned by Ray's friend, Kev Steger in Cape Girardeau
Local rock radio DJ Kirby Ray performs with his metal band, Emaciation, during band practice Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at a shed owned by Ray's friend, Kev Steger in Cape Girardeau
Local rock radio DJ Kirby Ray, left, performs with his metal band, Emaciation, during band practice Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at a shed owned by Ray's friend, Kev Steger in Cape Girardeau. Also pictured is drummer Dustin Farrar.
Local rock radio DJ Kirby Ray, left, performs with his metal band, Emaciation, during band practice Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at a shed owned by Ray's friend, Kev Steger in Cape Girardeau. Also pictured is drummer Dustin Farrar.
Lyndsey Zhang, 8, far right, glances at a fellow violinist while performing with Suzuki Strings at a "Music in the Quadrangle" event Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at the Southeast Missouri State University River Campus in Cape Girardeau to benefit the Southeast Missouri Music Academy.
Lyndsey Zhang, 8, far right, glances at a fellow violinist while performing with Suzuki Strings at a "Music in the Quadrangle" event Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at the Southeast Missouri State University River Campus in Cape Girardeau to benefit the Southeast Missouri Music Academy.
Buzzi Unicem production manager Mark Kluesner, right, gives Gov. Mike Parson a tour of the plant's control room Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Buzzi Unicem production manager Mark Kluesner, right, gives Gov. Mike Parson a tour of the plant's control room Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, in Cape Girardeau.
Southeast Missouri State alumnus and former registrar Alton Bray recalls his years at the university while eating lunch Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, at Chateau Girardeau in Cape Girardeau. After celebrating his 100th birthday Friday, Bray will ride in the Southeast Missouri State homecoming parade Saturday morning.
Southeast Missouri State alumnus and former registrar Alton Bray recalls his years at the university while eating lunch Monday, Oct. 21, 2019, at Chateau Girardeau in Cape Girardeau. After celebrating his 100th birthday Friday, Bray will ride in the Southeast Missouri State homecoming parade Saturday morning.
NormaJean Lauck of Apple Creek, Missouri, clears leaves Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, at a home on Brookwood Drive in Cape Girardeau. Lauck said she clears leaves at the home about once a week this time of year.
NormaJean Lauck of Apple Creek, Missouri, clears leaves Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2019, at a home on Brookwood Drive in Cape Girardeau. Lauck said she clears leaves at the home about once a week this time of year.
Franklin Elementary third grader Javon Johnson meets with Teli, the school's therapy dog, before the start of school Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. "The kids respond to her in a different way," Franklin school counselor and Teli's owner/handler Jamie Howard said. "They're more open and receptive. It seems like she tends to just de-escalate situations where when they see her they're excited to see her or they're happy to see her."
Franklin Elementary third grader Javon Johnson meets with Teli, the school's therapy dog, before the start of school Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, in Cape Girardeau. "The kids respond to her in a different way," Franklin school counselor and Teli's owner/handler Jamie Howard said. "They're more open and receptive. It seems like she tends to just de-escalate situations where when they see her they're excited to see her or they're happy to see her."
Kevin Groves surveys the multiple lawns he decorated in elaborate Halloween garb on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at his home Halloween display in Cape Girardeau.
Kevin Groves surveys the multiple lawns he decorated in elaborate Halloween garb on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at his home Halloween display in Cape Girardeau.
Members of the Notre Dame boys soccer team swarm junior midfielder Jake Young, center left, after scoring a penalty kick to defeat Jackson on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau.
Members of the Notre Dame boys soccer team swarm junior midfielder Jake Young, center left, after scoring a penalty kick to defeat Jackson on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau.
Poplar Bluff's Zoe Savat (19) reacts after narrowly missing a diving save during the SEMO Conference Volleyball Tournament Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, at the Cape Girardeau Sportsplex.
Poplar Bluff's Zoe Savat (19) reacts after narrowly missing a diving save during the SEMO Conference Volleyball Tournament Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, at the Cape Girardeau Sportsplex.
Rebekah Myers, center, adjusts her cap while preparing to perform with the Meadow Heights band during the seventy-fifth-annual Jackson Marching Band Festival Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at The Pit in Jackson.
Rebekah Myers, center, adjusts her cap while preparing to perform with the Meadow Heights band during the seventy-fifth-annual Jackson Marching Band Festival Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at The Pit in Jackson.
Notre Dame freshman third baseman Ainsley Burnett, center left, throws to first base for the first out in the bottom of the fifth inning of a Class 3 quarterfinal Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau.
Notre Dame freshman third baseman Ainsley Burnett, center left, throws to first base for the first out in the bottom of the fifth inning of a Class 3 quarterfinal Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau.
Ashley Monroe gets her son Rocky, 2, dressed as a peanut, ready for Halloween next her children (left to right from Rocky): Lewie, 5, dressed as The Flash; Jackie, 14, dressed as a 1980s hip-hop dancer; and Levi, dressed as an army man, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, at the Monroe home north of Cape Girardeau.
Ashley Monroe gets her son Rocky, 2, dressed as a peanut, ready for Halloween next her children (left to right from Rocky): Lewie, 5, dressed as The Flash; Jackie, 14, dressed as a 1980s hip-hop dancer; and Levi, dressed as an army man, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, at the Monroe home north of Cape Girardeau.
Monroe siblings from left: Jackie, 14; Rocky, 2; Frankie, 16; Lewie, 5; Levi, 10; and Jackie's twin Josie, 14; get ready for their mother, Ashley, to take their picture Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, outside the Monroe home north of Cape Girardeau.
Monroe siblings from left: Jackie, 14; Rocky, 2; Frankie, 16; Lewie, 5; Levi, 10; and Jackie's twin Josie, 14; get ready for their mother, Ashley, to take their picture Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, outside the Monroe home north of Cape Girardeau.
Summer Shepherd, left, watches as her daughters Ava, 7, center, and Sonia, 11, right, familiarize themselves with a prop chainsaw Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, at the Haunted Hall of Horrors in Cape Girardeau.
Summer Shepherd, left, watches as her daughters Ava, 7, center, and Sonia, 11, right, familiarize themselves with a prop chainsaw Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, at the Haunted Hall of Horrors in Cape Girardeau.
Notre Dame softball head coach Jeff Graviett watches from the dugout during a Cape Central at-bat Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau.
Notre Dame softball head coach Jeff Graviett watches from the dugout during a Cape Central at-bat Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at Cape Central High School in Cape Girardeau.
Top row from left: Jackson's Nathan Harrison (53), Joshua Wehrenberg (19) and Javin Hitchcock (27) wait for the start of the game with Mark Brakhane (75), bottom center, before the Jackson Indians' 35-14 victory over Farmington on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, in Farmington, Missouri.
Top row from left: Jackson's Nathan Harrison (53), Joshua Wehrenberg (19) and Javin Hitchcock (27) wait for the start of the game with Mark Brakhane (75), bottom center, before the Jackson Indians' 35-14 victory over Farmington on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, in Farmington, Missouri.
Jackson's Cael Welker (6) warms up before the start of the Jackson Indians' matchup against Farmington on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, in Farmington, Missouri.
Jackson's Cael Welker (6) warms up before the start of the Jackson Indians' matchup against Farmington on Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, in Farmington, Missouri.
JJ Dennison laughs while dancing with Lawson Camp, far right, and others while listening to Greg Pursley perform "Summer of '69" during Uptown Jackson Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
JJ Dennison laughs while dancing with Lawson Camp, far right, and others while listening to Greg Pursley perform "Summer of '69" during Uptown Jackson Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Uptown Jackson.
Southeast Missouri State defensive lineman Daterraion Richardson (99) gets a drink during the Redhawks' 43-37 double-overtime win against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau.
Southeast Missouri State defensive lineman Daterraion Richardson (99) gets a drink during the Redhawks' 43-37 double-overtime win against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at Houck Stadium in Cape Girardeau.
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