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Four by Four 8/17/14
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Chase Johnson Cape Girardeau Army Would you rather travel by plane, train, boat or automobile? Probably plane. I like to get where I'm going in a decent amount of time. If you could time-travel, what time period would you visit?...
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Ride of the Week: 1946 Buick Super 50
(Submitted Story ~ 08/17/14)
Make and model: 1946 Buick Super 50 Owner(s): David Werner Owner's hometown: Jackson, Mo. 63,500 original miles, Straight eight Fire Ball engine, and has original interior. My car's name: Bessie Its fun to drive and turns a lot of heads...
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U.S. rethinks giving excess military gear to police
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
WASHINGTON -- After a decade of sending military equipment to civilian police departments across the country, federal officials are reconsidering the idea in light of the violence in Ferguson, Missouri. The public has absorbed images of heavily armed police, snipers trained on protesters and tear gas plumes. ...
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Kansas City has new system to find disabled people
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Kansas City police have a new system to help them more quickly find missing people suffering from mental or emotional disabilities. Known as Care Trak, the system gives ankle and wrist bracelets to people with conditions like autism, Alzheimer's disease or traumatic brain injuries. Radio technology can then track those people...
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Branson moving toward limits on smoking
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
BRANSON, Mo. -- The city of Branson could ban smoking of cigarettes and electronic cigarettes in most public places by the end of the year. KOLR-TV reported more than 200 people attended a public forum on the issue Thursday night in the southwest Missouri resort town. The meeting focused on a proposed ordinance before the Board of Aldermen...
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MU to share grant on value of scientific research
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- The University of Missouri will share a $500,000 grant for a project aimed at educating the public on the value of taxpayer funding for federal scientific research. Missouri is the lead institution in what's called the Broader Impacts and Outreach Network for Institutional Collaboration program, or BIONIC. The $500,000 grant from the National Science Foundation will fund the project for five years...
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Clergy members charged in protest at Legislature
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The 23 clergy members who were arrested in May for disrupting a session of the Missouri Senate are each now charged with two misdemeanors. The Jefferson City News-Tribune reported Friday that Cole County authorities charged the clergy members with obstructing government operations and first-degree trespassing...
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$7 M project paves way for Port of East St. Louis
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. -- State and local officials have broken ground on a $7 million project to build a road, rail lines and utilities to serve the future Port of East St. Louis. Gov. Pat Quinn said at Thursday's ceremony that the port will be a major economic driver...
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Food pantries receive seeds, vegetable plants
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- A University of Missouri program is offering people who do not have enough food a chance to grow some of their own by distributing seeds and vegetable plants to food pantries. The program, called Grow Well Missouri, has distributed more than 22,000 seed packets and plant starters to four food pantries in northeast and mid-Missouri since it started in early 2013. ...
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Judge rules in favor of Normandy parents
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
ST. LOUIS -- A St. Louis County Circuit Court judge has ruled in favor of parents who want three school districts to allow their children, who had transferred from an unaccredited school district, to return to their classrooms this year. Judge Michael Burton ruled Friday that the Pattonville, Ritenour and Francis Howell school districts must immediately allow the children of four families in the Normandy school district to return to their schools. ...
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Ex-school superintendent charged in couple's death
(State News ~ 08/17/14)
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- A former Missouri high school superintendent has been charged with killing a Springfield couple, according to court documents. Mark Porter, 53, of Ozark was charged Friday with two counts of first-degree murder in the May 1 deaths of Gary Tyrrell, 60, and his wife, 61-year-old Jan Tyrrell. Gary Tyrrell was shot to death and his wife died of apparent blunt force trauma to the head, Greene County Prosecutor Dan Patterson said in a news release...
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Transformer explodes at Noranda plant in New Madrid
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
NEW MADRID, Mo. -- A major transformer blew in the rectifier yard at the Noranda Aluminum smelter in New Madrid late last week. The explosion Thursday morning was extremely loud and sent up large amounts of smoke, said Mark Christian, communications director for the plant. No one was injured and the fire was contained by the Noranda Emergency Action Team, with help from the Associated Electric Cooperative emergency response team...
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Mental health issues likely contributed to Texas man's death
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
Body found behind Poplar Bluff school identified through dental records
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Man charged in connection with rape, assault still at large
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
Charges have been filed and an arrest warrant issued for a Caruthersville, Missouri, man in connection with an assault and rape that took place last week in Cape Girardeau. Eric Dwayne Woods, 26, was charged Thursday with first-degree rape, assault and burglary, and felonious restraint. He was not in police custody as of Saturday afternoon...
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Former deputy pleads guilty, given probation
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
Former Scott County deputy Ivan Norman Brant Jr. has pleaded guilty to a charge of illegally possessing or selling testosterone. Brant, 37, of Scott City was sentenced last week to five years of probation and ordered to pay court costs totaling $506.50...
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Local postal facility to be consolidated in April
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
The date for Cape Girardeau's Richard G. Wilson Processing and Distribution Facility to be combined with one in St. Louis has been set for April 18, according to a U.S. Postal Service website. Stacy St. John, corporate communications specialist for the USPS in Iowa City, Iowa, confirmed the date Friday...
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Cardboard boat races aim to stoke interest in engineering
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
Engineers of all ages came out on Saturday to show their skills at creating a buoyant cardboard boat. The event, hosted by the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center, Southeast Missouri State University Recreation Services and Project Lead The Way, was a way to raise awareness for Project Lead the Way. PLTW is a nationally recognized program designed to prepare students to enter college engineering programs by taking special courses while still in high school...
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Registration drive set Monday for Nolan Weber benefit race
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
Wings Etc. Grill & Pub in Jackson will host a fundraiser to fight childhood cancer Monday. A group called Believing Beyond is holding a registration drive for the Nolan Weber Believers 5k and Fun Run, and, at diners' request, Wings Etc. will donate 10 percent of food sales to the foundation...
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Gov. declares emergency in Ferguson
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
FERGUSON, Mo. -- Throngs of people who packed streets in a St. Louis suburb Saturday night to protest the fatal shooting of a black teen largely dispersed in advance of a curfew imposed to try to keep the peace after nights of violent clashes between police and protesters...
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Roles reversed in Perryville-Notre Dame volleyball rivalry entering season
(High School Sports ~ 08/17/14)
The rivalry between Notre Dame and Perryville has brought some of the closest and most intense volleyball matches Southeast Missouri has seen in recent years.
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Today in History
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
Today is Sunday, August 17, the 229th day of 2014. There are 136 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 17, 1969, Hurricane Camille slammed into the Mississippi coast as a Category 5 storm that was blamed for 256 U.S. deaths, three in Cuba...
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Smith - Gibbs
(Wedding ~ 08/17/14)
Lauryn Areace Smith and Justin Louis Gibbs were married May 24, 2014, at the Ribault Club on Fort George Island, Florida. The Rev. Dr. Douglas Ganyo, a pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Fernandina Beach, Florida, performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Peyton Smith of Houston, Texas. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kent Gibbs of Jackson...
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Steffens - Frentzel
(Wedding ~ 08/17/14)
Kendra Dorthea Steffens and Thomas John Frentzel were married Dec. 7, 2013, at Grace Lutheran Church in Uniontown, Missouri. The Rev. Travis Scholl, cousin of the bride, and the Rev. Paul Winningham performed the ceremony. Organist was Matthew Palisch...
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Klipfel - Helms
(Engagement ~ 08/17/14)
BENTON, Mo. -- Richard and Cheri Klipfel of Benton announce the engagement of their daughter, Carissa Renee Klipfel, to Amos Logan Helms. He is the son of Chris and Pam Helms of Sikeston, Missouri. Carissa is a 2010 graduate of Thomas W. Kelly High School. She received a bachelor of science degree in early childhood education from Southeast Missouri State University in 2014. She is an elementary teacher at Kelly Public Schools...
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Ross - Hodges
(Engagement ~ 08/17/14)
Dale and Kimberly Blechle of Perryville, Missouri, announce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Nicole Ross, to Horace Thomas Hodges, both of Cape Girardeau. He is the son of the late William and Theresa Hodges. Stephanie is a 2003 graduate of Perryville High School, and 2012 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University. She is an administrative assistant at Bluff Prosthetics and Orthotics in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and a bartender at Rhymer's on the Plaza in Cape Girardeau...
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Dohogne - 50 Years
(Anniversary ~ 08/17/14)
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Dohogne of Scott City celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner Aug. 10. Hosts were their children. Marvin and the former Marsha Calhoun were married Aug. 8, 1964, at St. Joseph Church in Scott City. He is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Walter Dohogne of Kelso, Missouri. Mrs. Dohogne is the daughter of Florence Calhoun of Scott City, and the late James Calhoun...
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Conley - 50 years
(Anniversary ~ 08/17/14)
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Conley of Jackson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to Nashville, Tennessee. Richard and the former Patricia Randol were married Aug. 1, 1964, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jackson, by the Rev. Stollie...
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School menus
(Menus ~ 08/17/14)
MONDAY--Max cheese bread with sauce, broccoli & cheese sauce or cherry tomatoes or baby carrots, pears. TUESDAY--Super nachos, or corn or cherry tomatoes or baby carrots, peaches. WEDNESDAY--Barbecued chicken pieces & corn muffin, white beans or cherry tomatoes or baby carrots, mixed fruit...
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Skunks can be stinkers so watch out
(Column ~ 08/17/14)
This is a striped skunk. It is native and common throughout the United States and most of Canada. If you somehow find yourself close to this cat-sized animal and it begins to hiss and stamp its feet, you should quickly move away. If you (or your dog) are within about 10 feet of a skunk and it suddenly turns away from you and raises its tail, you may be sprayed and regret it. As a defensive maneuver, a skunk can spray a very foul smelling liquid from glands under the base of its tail...
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FYI 8-17-14
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Receptions for Sister Lucille Zerr, who this year is celebrating her 60th jubilee anniversary of religious profession, will take place today in the cafeteria of St. Mary school at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Annunciation. She for many years was involved with the parish pastoral ministry...
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Generosity - Boys and Girls Club
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Jeff Jernigan, executive director of the Boys & Girls Club of Cape Girardeau, accepts an $800 donation from Lillian, Joshua and Audrey Niermann, along with mother Alison Niermann, proceeds from the Fun Stop – Kids Helping Kids FUNdraiser held recently at Bel Air Grill...
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Generosity - Thrivent City of Roses
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Thrivent Financial City of Roses Chapter donated more than $1,000 to Southeast Hospice to help establish a life review program. Through the program, hospice volunteers will create videos of patients recalling life memories. From left are Nancy Kester, hospice volunteer and representative of the Thrivent Action Team; Joyce Clark, Thrivent community service team director and Southeast nurse; and Pearla Smith, hospice volunteer coordinator...
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Generosity - USBank give to Notre Dame
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
USBank donated $1,500 to Notre Dame Regional High School. At left is Tony Buehrle, the school's development director, with Nick Burger, the bank's commercial relationship manager. ...
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Generosity - USBank
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
USBank donated $1,200 to the Southeast Missouri Food Bank. Missy Rice is chief administrative and programs officer of the food bank, and Jim Ham is vice president, USBank. ...
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Pet of the week
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Pet Name: Sophie Owner: Lorri Kirker Favorite activity: Getting into mischief. Sophie Submitted by Lorri Kirker...
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Adopt Eli
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Eli is a 2-year-old solid white cat with a gentle disposition. He lost his home when his owners moved. For more information, contact Safe Harbor at 243-9823. ...
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Adopt Rocky
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Rocky, 5 years old, is neutered, housebroken and very friendly. He is available for adoption from the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri, 334-5837. ...
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Taking Root: Growing mums and asters that last
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Don't wait until November to plant mums and asters. Buy them now or by mid-September, and plant them in your landscape. These fall bloomers need to have their roots growing and become established before cold weather. A few years ago I received a letter from a reader of this column. As I began to open the envelope, I thought to myself, "this is neat. I am getting a letter from a reader who is going to tell me how much he/she appreciates my column."...
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Quick breads: Tomato, bacon, lemon-blueberry and more
(Column ~ 08/17/14)
Quick breads are not only easy to make, but they are tasty and nice to have in the freezer for drop-in company or to take along to a carry-in dinner or potluck meal. Quick breads can be savory or sweet, light or a little dense in texture, but all are delicious...
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Research helps churches welcome guests
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
A research tool of Faith Perceptions is its Mystery Guest Program. A church will have a number of anonymous "unchurched" people attend worship services and then complete a detailed survey.
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To have a simple heart
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Many times in life, I make things more complicated than they are. I have this wonderful ability to analyze and think deeply, a natural capacity cultivated by being an English major at a liberal arts college. I am grateful for this ability to think critically and deeply, and treasure it as one of my greatest gifts, because it nurtures my ability to understand myself and express my understanding -- or lack thereof -- in words...
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The danger of a world without common ground
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
Me: You sound as if you know a lot about the Civil War. Friend: No, not the Civil War. It's called the "War of Northern Aggression." Full disclosure first: My place of origin is Pennsylvania; I'm a Yankee. The friend to whom I refer is from Georgia. We don't call the war by the same name because our ancestors didn't. It is just one of many differing perspectives on this four-year tragedy in our national life and history...
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Club news 8-17-14
(Community News ~ 08/17/14)
New Salem United Methodist Women met Aug. 6 in the church fellowship hall. Shirley Grebe, president, called the meeting to order with nine members repeating the UMW Purpose. There were seven sick and shut-in calls for the month of July. Joyce Brewer reported on a missionary from Liberia from the prayer calender...
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Southeast Missouri State University Summer Dean's List
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
The following students are among 685 named to the summer 2014 Dean's List at Southeast Missouri State University. Advance, Missouri: Wesley Garner, Collin Ritter. Altenburg, Missouri: Arielle Bohnert Bell City, Missouri: Alexandra Eakin, Lauren Matlock, Zachary Weeks...
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Auctions combine bargains, visiting, humor and some emotion
(Community ~ 08/17/14)
FROHNA, Mo. -- You could hear the amplified voice of the auctioneer before you topped the hill on Highway Y -- aka, Ridge Road -- in East Perry County. There you saw the cars and pickups of more than 300 people -- people examining, commenting on, and, sometimes, bidding on a range of belongings, ranging from cast-iron Dutch ovens and embroidered pillow cases to antique books in German and English, canning jars and farm implements and tractors...
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With passing trend, is Peterson last great back?
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
MANKATO, Minn. -- Jim Brown spinning his way through the line and breaking loose in the secondary with a burst of speed. Walter Payton lowering a stiff arm and tearing away from the tackler with those long, almost-straight-leg strides. Barry Sanders slithering around in the backfield and finding a seam to dart through...
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Lynn leads Cardinals to win over Padres AP Photo MOSK101, MOSK104, MOSK103, MOSK106
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
St. Louis defeated the Padres 4-2 on Friday night for third consecutive win
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Bradford, Rodgers sharp in preseason debuts
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
ST. LOUIS -- All of those months of injury rehab paid off for Sam Bradford, who showed no signs of a season-ending knee injury last November. Aaron Rodgers looked pretty polished, too. Bradford and Rodgers each threw a touchdown pass in their preseason debuts in the Green Bay Packers' 21-7 victory over the St. Louis Rams on Saturday...
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Nick Watney takes 1-stroke lead at Wyndham
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
GREENSBORO, N.C. -- Nick Watney birdied the final hole for a 5-under 65 and a one-stroke lead Saturday after the third round of the Wyndham Championship. Watney made a 20-foot birdie putt from the right edge of the green on the par-4 18th. The five-time PGA Tour winner had a 14-under 196 total at Sedgefield Country Club...
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Phelps dealing with defeat in comeback
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
IRVINE, Calif. -- Michael Phelps has always fed off adversity. Not that the most decorated Olympian has faced much in the pool. Until now. Phelps lost all four of his races at the recent U.S. national championships. Hardly shocking for a guy who is four months out of retirement, but somewhat surprising for someone who already owns 53 national titles...
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Births 8/17/14
(Births ~ 08/17/14)
Daughter to Thomas J. and Jessica L. Grayson of Perryville, Missouri, Saint Francis Medical Center, 10:07 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, 2014. Name, Harper Tyne. Weight, 8 pounds, 12 ounces. Third child, second daughter. Mrs. Grayson is the former Jessica Bollinger, daughter of Geneva Bollinger of Perryville. She is employed by CitiMortgage. Grayson is the son of Thomas and Glenda Grayson of Frohna, Missouri. He is serving with the U.S. Army...
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Panthers quarterback Newton ready for return from surgery
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Cam Newton will see his first game action since undergoing ankle surgery in March when the Carolina Panthers host the Kansas City Chiefs tonight. Just how much he'll play remains to be seen. Panthers coach Ron Rivera expects Newton to play at least a quarter, but said it's possible the two-time Pro Bowl quarterback could see additional action. ...
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Southeast Missourian high school volleyball teams at a glance
(High School Sports ~ 08/17/14)
A preview of team in the Southeast Missourian coverage area.
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Four inducted into Cardinals Hall of Fame
(Professional Sports ~ 08/17/14)
ST. LOUIS -- Willie McGee, Jim Edmonds, Mike Shannon and the late Marty Marion were inducted into the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame on Saturday. The four players represent the initial group to be selected for induction by a voting process that included input from fans and a panel of baseball experts...
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Jackson police report 8/17/14
(Police/Fire Report ~ 08/17/14)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests...
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Cape Girardeau police report 8/17/14
(Police/Fire Report ~ 08/17/14)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. DWIs CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. DWI...
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An escalating story: Christian persecution
(Editorial ~ 08/17/14)
It's been a downer week in terms of news stories. The situation in Ferguson, Missouri, has captured international media attention. The suicide of Robin Williams pulled the heart strings of America. The comedian and actor's loss resonated with millions...
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Congrats to baseball team
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/17/14)
The citizens of Jackson can stand tall and proud! Their American Legion Junior League baseball team has returned from the plains of Kansas victorious. They have claimed the title of regional champions. This is the highest pinnacle that can be achieved in the junior league. ...
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Out of the past 8/17/14
(Out of the Past ~ 08/17/14)
The drab concrete floodwall along the Mississippi River here may take on a new look; a new, "Welcome to Cape Girardeau" mural is being planned for the river side of the wall, overlooking the downtown park. For the second time in less than a year, Cape Girardeau County will have to replace a bridge because of an auto accident; the old truss bridge on County Road 459 going to Oak Ridge, about two and a half miles along Route D, was struck by a car Aug. ...
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Cape Girardeau County Commission agenda 8/18/14
(Local News ~ 08/17/14)
Administrative Office Building 1 Barton Square, Jackson 9 a.m. Monday Open session Communications/reports, other elected officials Public comments Routine business Appointments and possible action item Action items Discussion and possible action Discussion and possible action, county advisory boards...
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Prayer 8-17
(Prayer ~ 08/17/14)
Lord Jesus, we pray for the strength to run the race you've set before us. Amen.
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Speak Out 8/17/14
(Speak Out ~ 08/17/14)
I would like to know, when President Bush was in office, when his polls got low, it was all over the front page, even on the first thing on the TV that you saw on the news. Now Obama has a lower approval rating than Bush, and there's not one word about it. I think the news media, instead of reporting stories, they're doing more covering up than reporting...
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Juanita Spicer
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
Juanita F. Ware Spicer, 78, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2014, at her home. Friends may call from noon until time of service Monday at St. James AME Church. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Fairmount Cemetery...
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Judy Niswonger
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
Judy Ann Niswonger, 68, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2014, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Ford and Sons Sprigg Street Funeral Home. Burial will be in Lorimier Cemetery.
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Luella Glastetter
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Luella Helen Glastetter, 90, of Chaffee passed away Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, at the Chaffee Nursing Center in Chaffee. She was born July 16, 1924, in Kelso, Missouri, to the late George and Caroline Lux Glueck. She married Leo Glastetter on May 1, 1944, and he preceded her in death June 9, 1999...
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Rev. Kirby Grindstaff
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
PATTON, Mo. -- The Rev. Kirby Grindstaff, 64, of Patton passed away Friday, Aug. 8, 2014, at Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. He was born Jan. 24, 1950, in Cape Girardeau, to Loyd Edward and Mary Iva Jean Kiefer Grindstaff. He and Dolores Forbeck were married Nov. 30, 1968...
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Emily Dodd
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
Emily Dodd, 80, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Mounds, Illinois, died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2014, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Jones Funeral Home Villa Ridge.
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Gena Bisher
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
After years of dealing with her disabilities from complications from a car wreck in 1983, Gena Bisher, 50, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, Aug. 14, 2014, at her home. She was born Oct. 11, 1963, in Cape Girardeau to Earl A. and Shirley A. Blechle Bisher...
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Junior Baker
(Obituary ~ 08/17/14)
Junior Wayne Baker, 44, of Scott City died Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2014, at his home. A memorial service will be at a later date. Announcement from Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Chaffee, Missouri.
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Islamic fighters kill scores of Yazidi men in Iraq
(International News ~ 08/17/14)
IRBIL, Iraq -- Islamic extremists shot scores of Yazidi men to death in Iraq, lining them up in small groups and opening fire with assault rifles before abducting their wives and children, according to an eyewitness, government officials and people who live in the area...
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Ebola treatment centers expanded in Liberian capital
(International News ~ 08/17/14)
MONROVIA, Liberia -- Liberian authorities expanded Ebola treatment centers in the capital Saturday to cope with increasing numbers of patients, while two more airlines announced they were halting flights to the capitals of Liberia and Sierra Leone amid the deepening crisis...
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Thousands of protesters demand re-vote in Pakistan
(International News ~ 08/17/14)
ISLAMABAD -- Tens of thousands of protesters thronged the streets of Pakistan's capital Saturday, defying pouring rain to answer the call of a fiery cleric and a cricket star-turned-politician who are both demanding the government step down immediately...
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Russian aid convoy waiting for security guarantees
(International News ~ 08/17/14)
KAMENSK-SHAKHTINSKY, Russia -- Hundreds of trucks in a Russian aid convoy waited Saturday near the Ukrainian border as complicated procedures dragged on for allowing them into eastern Ukraine to help civilians suffering amid fighting between Ukrainian forces and separatists...
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Pope Francis holds up Korean martyrs as models for church
(International News ~ 08/17/14)
SEOUL, South Korea -- Pope Francis beatified 124 Korean martyrs on Saturday, telling hundreds of thousands of people who turned out for his open-air Mass that their ancestors' willingness to die rather than renounce their faith two centuries ago was a model for Asian missionaries today...
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Teen gunman had been deemed not a high threat
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
LITTLETON, Colo. -- A teen who fatally shot another student at his suburban Denver high school last year had been deemed "not a high-level of threat" after shouting a death threat against his debate coach three months earlier, according to documents obtained by The Associated Press...
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Possible rift over immigration for Obama with Dems
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama is facing potential rifts with members of his own party in tough re-election contests as he barrels toward a fall fight with Republicans over his ability to change immigration policies. If Obama takes the broadest action under consideration -- removing the threat of deportation for millions of people in this country illegally -- the short-term risks appear greatest for Senate Democrats in conservative-leaning states. ...
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Sheriff: Pair may have plotted to kidnap more kids
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
CANTON, N.Y. -- A couple accused of kidnapping two young Amish sisters were prowling for easy targets and may have also planned to abduct other children, a sheriff said Saturday. Stephen Howells Jr. and Nicole Vaisey, both of Hermon, were arrested Friday on charges they snatched the 7-year-old and 12-year-old girls from a roadside farm stand in front of their home near the Canadian border...
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Perry latest 2016 Republican hopeful facing legal trouble
(National News ~ 08/17/14)
AUSTIN, Texas -- As they form exploratory committees, consider the grueling prospect of a national campaign with their families and begin hiring staff in key presidential battleground states, three potential Republican White House candidates also face the distraction of legal troubles back at home...
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