-
Unemployment rates rise in most US states in July
(National News ~ 08/19/13)
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Unemployment rates rose in more than half of U.S. states in July and fewer states added jobs, echoing national data that show the job market may have lost some momentum. The Labor Department said Monday that unemployment rates increased in 28 states. They were unchanged in 14 and fell in eight states -- the fewest to show a decline since January...
-
Deaf woman wins lawsuit against nursing school
(State News ~ 08/19/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- A Greene County jury has sided with a woman who sued a Springfield nursing school after she was dismissed two semesters into her program because she is deaf. Cox College of Nursing should have provided Jessica Wells with reasonable accommodations that would have allowed her to complete the program, the jury said Aug. 9. Online court records show Wells was awarded $50,000 in the case...
-
Amazon severing ties with online associates in Missouri over tax law
(State News ~ 08/19/13)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Online retailer Amazon is severing ties with its online associates in Missouri because of a new state law that subjects their transactions to sales taxes. Amazon Associates write blogs or product reviews, then link to Amazon.com, and collect commissions -- between 4 percent and 8.5 percent -- if people use that link to buy something on Amazon's site...
-
Mo. legislators could consider juvenile sex offender measure
(State News ~ 08/19/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Allowing juveniles to seek removal from Missouri's sex offender registry is a target for a possible veto override when state lawmakers return to the state Capitol in several weeks. The legislation prompted little opposition in the Republican-led Legislature but drew the ire of Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon, who said this summer that it is overbroad and would "reduce public safety and fail to protect the rights of victims."...
-
Perryville wrecker service owner killed in accident
(Local News ~ 08/19/13)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- The owner of a Perryville wrecker service was killed Saturday while working on a tractor-trailer. Michael Schmidt Sr., 57, was trying to jack up the rear wheels of a tractor-trailer when it ran over him, Perry County Coroner Herb Miller said Sunday...
-
Cardinals gain ground with 6-1 win over Cubs
(Professional Sports ~ 08/19/13)
CHICAGO -- Cardinals ace Adam Wainwright was back in charge Sunday. Wainwright struck out 11 and allowed one run through seven innings, and Jon Jay drove in four runs with a homer and a double to lead St. Louis to a 6-1 win over the Chicago Cubs...
-
New residence hall, renovated building prepare for Southeast students
(Local News ~ 08/19/13)
The sounds of drills, saws and hammers will not ring across the Southeast Missouri State University campus much longer. The school has undergone major construction during the last two years to renovate some buildings and erect a new one. According to Kathy Mangels, vice president of finance and administration with the university, most of the projects were a direct result of the university's growing student population...
-
Developers seek support for senior apartments
(Local News ~ 08/19/13)
The Cape Girardeau City Council will hear from two developers tonight seeking its backing for separate proposals for low-rent senior housing projects. Both developers are asking only for the city's support of the development of affordable senior apartments. The developments would be eligible to compete for federal and state low-income housing tax credits made available by the Missouri Housing Development Commission...
-
Changing venues may help ensure fair trials in high-profile cases
(Local News ~ 08/19/13)
Two defendants in high-profile cases in Southeast Missouri have requested changes of venue to ensure they receive a fair trial. Attorneys for Keith Monia and George Joseph filed motions for changes of venue in their clients' cases, citing concerns about pretrial publicity that could taint the pool of potential jurors if the cases go to trial...
-
Cellphone tower, zoning change up for final approval
(Local News ~ 08/19/13)
The Cape Girardeau City Council will give final consideration to two issues today that have drawn plenty of response from the community. On the council's consent agenda for a vote during the 7 p.m. regular session are approval of a special-use permit to allow AT&T to build a 140-foot cellphone tower at 418 William St., and an ordinance to change zoning for a tract of land planned to be developed into a business park on the northwest side of Cape Girardeau...
-
Tunes at Twilight
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
Lou Peukert of SoutheastHEALTH and Cheryl Klueppel and her dog "Holly" listen to the Tunes at Twilight concert on Friday night, Aug. 16, at the Courthouse Park in Cape Girardeau. SoutheastHEALTH, the premier sponsor of the downtown concerts, handed out an orange gift bag of items as well as two red bag chairs to a member of the audience as part of a drawing to celebrate the start of the fall concert season...
-
Cape First Family Day & Demo Derby
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
Cape First Family Day & Demo Derby was held at the Cape Arena Park & Outdoor Stadium on August 2, 2013. Over 2800 people from the region came to celebrate FAMILY and cheer on their favorite car during the Demo Derby free, family event! Cape First Church provided free food, beverages, inflatables, and a variety of family services prior to the demo derby starting. ...
-
Rainbow
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
was able to get this shot of a rainbow over the weekend
-
Patient Appreciation Party
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
Innovative Orthodontics held its 18th Annual Patient Appreciation Party on July 26 at Cape Splash. Despite the cool, damp weather, nearly 500 patients made their way out to enjoy some time with friends, family, and the office staff. To top the night off, patients were treated to cupcakes, drinks and frisbees. Thanks to all of our patients for making the night a splashing success...
-
Monarch Caterpillar
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
This is a Monarch caterpillar on a milkweed.
-
Brady
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
Fetch! Brady brings me my paper every morning!
-
Male Ruby-throated Hummingbird
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
This is a male Ruby-throated Hummingbird perched on the edge of our deck, keeping an eye on the feeder.
-
Sweet Ms. Daisy
(Submitted Photo ~ 08/19/13)
I am a schnoodle and full of energy!!! Don't I look a bit guilty? I just got in trouble but who can stay mad with this sweet little face?
-
Today in History
(National News ~ 08/19/13)
Today is Monday, Aug. 19, the 231st day of 2013. There are 134 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 19, 1848, the New York Herald reported the discovery of gold in California. On this date: In 1807, Robert Fulton's North River Steamboat arrived in Albany, two days after leaving New York...
-
Fall sports
(Editorial ~ 08/19/13)
Somehow another summer has slipped away, and we already have embarked on another school year. This means many things for our schools, not the least of which is the start of fall sports season. Aside from politics, nothing seems to stir the emotions quite like sports, especially when our young athletes are representing all high schools and communities...
-
Speak Out 8/19/13
(Speak Out ~ 08/19/13)
The Common Core language arts curriculum lowers the standards to only 50 percent classical literature from what was traditionally 80 percent. The other 50 percent is just informational text, such as reading a computer manual. Why is that so bad? Classical literature is the foundation of our nation...
-
Out of the past 8/19/13
(Out of the Past ~ 08/19/13)
Although they won't know for sure until some time in September, Southeast Missouri State University officials expect the school's fall semester enrollment to exceed that of last fall by possibly as many as 160 students. Gov. John Ashcroft kicks off his re-election campaign with a statewide tour to define his agriculture agenda for the next five years; he visits the Horace and Frances Hitt farm on Highway 74 to outline what his administration has done for agriculture and Missouri's rural economy during the past term.. ...
-
LeAnna Wright
(Obituary ~ 08/19/13)
COMMERCE, Mo. -- LeAnna Marie Wright, 56, of Commerce passed away Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013, at her home. LeAnna was born Aug. 13, 1957, in Farmington, Mo., the daughter of Carl D. and LaNelle R. Holmes Howell Sr. She and Alan Wright were married Sept. 27, 1982, at Scott City. He survives...
-
Michael Schmidt Sr.
(Obituary ~ 08/19/13)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Michael Franklin Schmidt Sr., 57, of Perryville died Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013, as the result of an accident in Perryville. He was born June 25, 1956, in Perryville, son of Franklin "Dutch" Schmidt and Zita Schrenk Schmidt. He and Jeannie A. Vaeth were married July 12, 1980, in Perryville...
-
Deborah Reisenbichler
(Obituary ~ 08/19/13)
STURDIVANT, Mo. -- Deborah K. Shirrell Reisenbichler, 61, of Sturdivant passed away Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013, at her home. Debbe was born Oct. 10, 1951, at McGee, Mo., the daughter of Orville Jack and Trella Stephens Shirrell. Debbe was a homemaker and worked for Drury Co. in Cape Girardeau...
-
John Criddle
(Obituary ~ 08/19/13)
John Clifford Criddle, 60, of Arbor died Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013, at the family home. Visitation will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Chaffee, Mo. The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church in Delta. Burial will be in Kenyon Cemetery near Delta...
-
‘Duck Dynasty' star greets camo couple in W. Pa.
(Entertainment ~ 08/19/13)
MARS, Pa. -- A camouflage-clad bride and groom got a little advice from a bewhiskered witness on their wedding day: "Duck Dynasty" star Willie Robertson. WTAE-TV reported Robertson told the couple to always love and forgive one another as they were wed Saturday morning at a Field & Stream store near Pittsburgh...
-
Railway in Quebec train crash to lose license
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
TORONTO -- Canada's transportation agency said it will suspend the operating license of the U.S.-based rail company whose runaway oil train derailed and exploded in a Quebec town, killing 47 people. The agency said it planned to take away the certificate of fitness for the Montreal, Maine & Atlantic Railway and its Canadian subsidiary, effective Tuesday...
-
Death toll hits 50 in Philippines ferry accident
(International News ~ 08/19/13)
CEBU, Philippines -- As the MV Thomas Aquinas cruised toward Cebu city in the central Philippines, navy marshal Richard Pestillos prepared for a brief stop while some passengers watched a band play and others soaked in the night breeze on the deck. Then the scene turned chaotic when the ferry, with 870 passengers and crew, collided with a cargo ship late Friday, ripping a hole in the ferry's hull, knocking out its power and causing it to list before rapidly sinking as people screamed, according to Pestillos and other witnesses.. ...
-
Cape Girardeau County Commission agenda 8/19/13
(Local News ~ 08/19/13)
1 Barton Square, Jackson 9 a.m. today Open session 1 Barton Square, Jackson, Mo...
-
Egypt: 36 killed in escape attempt
(International News ~ 08/19/13)
CAIRO -- Security forces fired tear gas at a prison truck Sunday in an attempt to free a police officer from rioting detainees, killing at least 36 suspects rounded up during street clashes between Islamist supporters of the country's ousted president and police, officials said...
-
Settlement in Sandusky case marks milestone
(Professional Sports ~ 08/19/13)
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Penn State may never be able to fully shake off the Jerry Sandusky child molestation scandal, but news that one victim has settled and other claimants may soon follow marks a legal milestone after almost a year of negotiations...
-
Congress split on cutting off aid to Egypt
(National News ~ 08/19/13)
WASHINGTON -- Members of Congress are split over whether the U.S. should cut off military aid to Egypt, highlighting the difficult choices facing the Obama administration amid spiraling violence on the streets of an important Middle East ally. Democratic leaders have generally supported the president's approach. ...
-
Postal Service revamps priority mail program
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
WASHINGTON -- The financially struggling U.S. Postal Service is revamping its priority mail program to raise revenue and drive growth in its package delivery business. The agency is offering free online tracking for priority mail shipments, free insurance and date-specific delivery so customers know whether a package will arrive in one, two or three days...
-
Jackson police report 8/19/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 08/19/13)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests...
-
Cape Girardeau fire report 8/19/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 08/19/13)
Firefighters responded to the following calls Friday:...
-
Cape Girardeau police report 8/19/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 08/19/13)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests...
-
Pennsylvania case reopens debate on assisted suicide
(National News ~ 08/19/13)
PHILADELPHIA -- No one may ever know Barbara Mancini's intentions when she allegedly handed her dying 93-year-old father a bottle of morphine at his central Pennsylvania home. Did she want to relieve his pain? Help him end his life? Both? Joe Yourshaw died four days later at a hospital. ...
-
New format has Capahas finishing fourth in Wichita
(Sports Column ~ 08/19/13)
The Plaza Tire Capahas' strong showing at the recent National Baseball Congress World Series turned out to rank even better than they might have anticipated. Plaza Tire's 4-2 record in Wichita, Kan., gave it the fourth-best winning percentage among the 32 participants. So, under the new tournament format, the Capahas officially finished fourth...
-
Fisher finds offensive progress in Rams' loss
(Professional Sports ~ 08/19/13)
The coach saw individuals improve despite just seven points in Saturday's exhibition loss
-
Burrito-Ville's unique style makes it local favorite
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
About 28 years ago, Justin W. Denton ate his first burrito. The simplicity of his burrito-influenced business called Burrito-Ville can be seen in the staff's uniforms consisting of a T-shirt, witty marquee postings and names for their creations and how the eatery came to be...
-
People on the move 8/19/13
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
WPSD Local 6 adds two employees WPSD Local 6 in Paducah, Ky., announced the additions of meteorologist Tori Shaw and anchor/reporter Mychaela Bruner to its news team. Shaw, who joins WPSD as weekend meteorologist, earned her bachelor's degree in broadcast communications from the University of Tennessee at Martin and a master's degree in broadcast meteorology from Mississippi State University. ...
-
Prayer 8/19/13
(Prayer ~ 08/19/13)
Father God, may we declare your truth, speaking to one another in love and grace. Amen.
-
5 decades later, some JFK probe files still sealed
(National News ~ 08/19/13)
Five decades after President John F. Kennedy was fatally shot and long after official inquiries ended, thousands of pages of investigative documents remain withheld from public view. The contents of these files are partially known -- and intriguing -- and conspiracy buffs are not the only ones seeking to open them for a closer look...
-
Business Notebook: Fitness Plus finishes second in Worldwide Walking Challenge
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Saint Francis Medical Center's Fitness Plus recently finished second in the Worldwide Walking Challenge sponsored by the Medical Fitness Association, according to a news release sent from account services coordinator Emily Sikes. The Worldwide Walking Challenge encouraged participants in their communities to walk 70,000 steps in seven days during the ninth annual Medical Fitness Week from April 22 to 28, the release said. ...
-
Tom Kelsey of Lorimont Place talks growth and development in Southeast Missouri
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Tom Kelsey's name has been attached to some of the most high-profile commerical transactions in our area. As broker and president of Lorimont Place Ltd., he's had a role in several economic developments in Southeast Missouri. "Commercial brokers, like myself are heavily involved in business recruitment working closely with city, regional and state economic development agencies," he says. ...
-
Five questions to ask before hiring a real estate agent
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Want to sell your property quickly? Looking for your dream house? Are you hoping to get the best deal possible during the complex process of buying or selling a home? With so much money -- and often, emotion -- at stake, going it alone is generally not the best way to reach your goals. The secret for getting exactly what you want: Work with a savvy real estate agent...
-
Navigating the home refinancing process
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
With interest rates near historic lows, now is a good time to consider refinancing your home. Refinancing a mortgage can potentially save you money over the life of a loan. Here are a few tips to help you navigate the refinancing process:...
-
Short sales, foreclosures require more planning from buyers and their real estate agents
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
If there's one thing buyers need when it comes to short sales and foreclosures, it's patience. In fact, some Realtors have obtained special training and certification designed to help buyers navigate these complicated real estate transactions. "There are so many short sales and foreclosures on the market ... ...
-
Logan Nutt follows his dad's path into coaching
(College Sports ~ 08/19/13)
Logan Nutt played for his father at both Arkansas State and Southeast Missouri State. Now he plans to follow in his dad's footsteps by becoming a coach. Logan Nutt, who completed his collegiate basketball eligibility at Southeast in 2011-12 under Dickey Nutt, recently was hired as an assistant at Culver-Stockton College...
-
A summary of ongoing and upcoming developments in Southeast Missouri
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Plaza Galleria lot The Plaza Galleria building on Independence Street in Cape Girardeau was demolished this summer, and the site is now being marketed as a "prime retail/commercial redevelopment site," according to Tom Kelsey, broker and president of Lorimont Place Ltd., who represents the property. ...
-
Business briefs
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
U.S. BANK OPENS CAMPUS BRANCH U.S. Bank opened a branch on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. The full-service branch is a convenient banking option for the more than 12,000 students and 1,200 faculty and staff of the university. ...
-
Names in the news
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
MONDI JACKSON HONORS EMPLOYEES Lisa Stearns of Jackson was employee of the month for July at Mondi Jackson Inc. Stearns, a cost accountant, has been with the company since May 16, 2011. Mondi Jackson also recognizes the following employment anniversaries: Denise Steinert, 15 years of service; Roger Carney, 10 years; and Felix Freude, five years...
-
Health briefs
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
SOUTHEAST GETS GRANT FOR HEART HEALTH SoutheastHEALTH received a one-year Community Action grant from the American Heart Association to improve heart health in Ripley County. The Community Action grant initiative is designed to help achieve the American Heart Association's mission to build healthier lives, free from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. ...
-
Bankruptcies
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Bankruptcies filed through July for the Southeastern Division of the Eastern District of Missouri's U.S. Bankruptcy Court are listed below with their corresponding case number. The Southeast Division includes the counties of Bollinger, Butler, Carter, Dunklin, Madison, Mississippi, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Perry, Reynolds, Ripley, Scott, Shannon, Stoddard and Wayne. Court is held in Cape Girardeau...
-
Business licenses
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Business licenses issued in Cape Girardeau during July include the following: Karen Oliver's Skin Care Profession, 125 S. Broadview St., Suite 11 Marty's Homemade Sinkers, 112 D. St., Suite 80 PM Professionals LLC, 1815 Cape LaCroix Road Southeast Office Services, 1851 Woodlawn Ave...
-
Tax liens
(Business ~ 08/19/13)
Cape Girardeau County Tax liens and lien discharges recorded at the office of Scott R. Clark, recorder of deeds, during July are filed by the Missouri Department of Revenue, except as indicated by IRS designation. For more information, contact the recorder's office at 573-243-8123...
Stories from Monday, August 19, 2013
Browse other days