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Sikeston native running for lieutenant governor
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Kansas City, Missouri, lawyer Bev Randles, a native of Sikeston, Missouri, announced Wednesday the decision to end her exploratory committee and become a candidate for lieutenant governor. Randles, a Republican, made the announcement online in a YouTube video, where she shared details of her life in Sikeston and her experiences as a student at Scott County Central...
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Vargas takes over as Southeast president
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
As Carlos Vargas-Aburto neared the end of his first day as Southeast Missouri State University's president on Wednesday, he said each experience so far has reinforced his belief that Southeast is where he should be. Vargas and his wife, Pamela, arrived in Cape Girardeau on Sunday evening. They spent the next two days familiarizing themselves with what the area has to offer, from trying local restaurants to watching barges travel the swollen Mississippi River...
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Police station move near Arena Park proposed
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
With action taken by the Cape Girardeau City Council on Monday, the Cape Girardeau Police Department will be one step closer to moving to its new home next to Arena Park. Once the council approves acceptance of the deed, the city will begin designing the new station at 2530 Maria Louis Lane...
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Southeast Missourian to be closed Friday
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
The Southeast Missourian office, 301 Broadway in Cape Girardeau, will be closed Friday to observe the Independence Day holiday. A newspaper will be published Friday and Sunday, but will not be published Monday. The Southeast Missourian office will be open Monday...
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Some counties still not issuing licenses to same-sex couples
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
ST. LOUIS -- Some Missouri counties still won't issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples despite last week's Supreme Court ruling, prompting an advocacy group to threaten legal action Wednesday to force compliance. Katie Stuckenschneider of St. Louis-based PROMO, which advocates for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality, said the organization is working with the American Civil Liberties Union in weighing lawsuits if counties don't comply...
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Southeast Missourian girls soccer player of the year: Jackson's Jordan Nelson
(High School Sports ~ 07/02/15)
Nelson had an immediate impact on the Indians soccer team after transferring from Notre Dame.
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Jerry Ford wins 2015 Southeast Missourian Spirit of America Award
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
For almost 30 years, Jerry Ford has lobbied in the state capital for the families of people with disabilities, and before that he served two terms as state representative of the 156th District, two terms on the Cape Girardeau School Board, worked as a music instructor, owned and managed a welding manufacturing company, worked for his family business, Ford and Sons Funeral Home, and been a part of a 13-piece orchestra since 1960...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
Today is Thursday, July 2, the 183rd day of 2015. There are 182 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress passed a resolution saying that "these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States."...
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Spirit of America winner, nominees announced
(Editorial ~ 07/02/15)
Today the Southeast Missourian announced the winner of the 2015 Spirit of America Award. This year's recipient is Jerry Ford, a longtime member of this community who has served at the Cape River Heritage Museum, in musical performances -- his band, the Cape Girardeau Municipal Band and at military funerals -- and in other ways...
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New book takes on the culture of kids bullying their parents
(Community ~ 07/02/15)
NEW YORK -- There's a difference in parenting between a little back talk and children actually bullying adults. Parent and family therapist Sean Grover writes in a new book, "When Kids Call the Shots," it would have been unthinkable a generation or two ago for children to bully their parents without consequences, yet today everyone knows a parent who is bullied...
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Whitey Bulger writes teens in letter: 'My life was wasted'
(Community ~ 07/02/15)
BOSTON -- Former Boston crime boss James "Whitey" Bulger had some advice for three high-school girls who wrote to him for a history project: Crime doesn't pay. The 85-year-old sent the handwritten letter, dated Feb. 24, from federal prison in Florida, where he is serving two life sentences, The Boston Globe reported Sunday...
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Law decried after black woman's 'lynching' arrest
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- When Sacramento police arrested black activist Maile Hampton over her role in a Black Lives Matter protest in January, they didn't charge her with obstructing traffic, trespassing or disturbing the peace. They charged her with felony lynching...
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Out of the past: July 2
(Out of the Past ~ 07/02/15)
About 10 to 15 residents of the Good Hope and Hanover neighborhood have submitted a petition to the police department, expressing concern about the Greyhound bus station on William Street; after the old depot on Frederick Street closed, the new depot opened at the Fill-Up Mart, 1101 William St., in late March; since then, police have had to deal with traffic safety concerns and complaints from neighborhood residents...
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Newborns addicted to opiates climbing in Ozarks
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- On any given day, their high-pitched cries echo throughout neonatal intensive care units. They are pained, agitated, unable to sleep or eat, nauseated, jittery and screaming. "Inconsolable," said Dr. Melinda Slack, medical director of neonatal at Mercy Children's Hospital in Springfield...
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Births 7/2/15
(Births ~ 07/02/15)
Daughter to Joshua Anthoney and Meranda Lynn Trinkle of Jackson, Southeast Hospital, 8:09 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2015. Name, Gabrielle Jeanette. Weight, 7 pounds. 6 ounces. Second daughter. Mrs. Trinkle is the former Meranda Ghan, daughter of Lynn Ghan of Springfield, Missouri, and Randy Ghan of Clever, Missouri. Trinkle is the son of Greg Trinkle and Peggy Trinkle of Camdenton, Missouri. He is employed by Southeast Regional Brain and Spine...
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Lawsuit alleging teacher slapped autistic boy settled
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- A federal judge has approved a $350,000 settlement in a lawsuit alleging a teacher repeatedly slapped an autistic boy at a Springfield school. The boy's father said in the lawsuit that teacher Janet Carrie Williams slapped and insulted the boy, now 8, at Greene Valley State school...
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Second suspect arrested in Sikeston murder, assault
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Wednesday afternoon the Sikeston Department of Public Safety arrested a second suspect in connection with a June homicide. Kelvin Knight, 22, of St. Louis was arrested after being charged with the murder of Tyrussell Davis. On June 6 at about 11:10 p.m., Sikeston officers responded to Lee and Welter streets in Sikeston in reference to two subjects who had been shot. ...
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Commission chastised for covering Jesus symbol on memorial
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- The Boone County Commission is being urged to overturn a decision to cover a Christian symbol on a monument to Columbia-area soldiers who died in Operation Desert Storm. More than 100 people attended a meeting Tuesday night to discuss the commission's decision last summer to cover the ichthus, often called the "Jesus fish," on a monument near the Boone County Courthouse. ...
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As blaze is investigated, stats show church fires not unusual
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
GREELEYVILLE, S.C. -- The Rev. John Taylor feared the worst when he learned his church was on fire, only days after a mass shooting at a black church in Charleston prompted Southern leaders to call for removing Confederate flags. The Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Church was burned to the ground by the Ku Klux Klan in 1995, one of many arsons at black churches that prompted President Bill Clinton to create a federal task force that led to hundreds of arrests...
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Judge: Alabama counties must allow gay marriage
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- With a handful of Alabama counties still refusing to grant gay marriages even as they issued licenses for straight weddings, a federal judge ruled Wednesday all must abide by court decisions allowing same-sex unions. Opposition withered as some counties complied with the decision, and gay-marriage advocates said they would ask courts to impose penalties on the holdouts that refuse...
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U.S. probing possible airline collusion to keep fares high
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. government is investigating possible collusion among major airlines to limit available seats, which keeps airfares high, according to a document obtained by The Associated Press. The civil antitrust investigation by the Justice Department appears to focus on whether airlines illegally signaled to each other how quickly they would add new flights, routes and extra seats...
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Overcoming hostilities, U.S. and Cuba set to open embassies
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
WASHINGTON -- After more than a half-century of hostility, the United States and Cuba declared Wednesday they will reopen embassies in each other's capitals this month, marking a historic full restoration of diplomatic relations between the Cold War foes...
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Scores killed as militants attack Egyptian troops in Sinai
(International News ~ 07/02/15)
EL-ARISH, Egypt -- Islamic State-linked militants struck Egyptian army outposts in the Sinai Peninsula on Wednesday in a coordinated wave of suicide bombings and battles that underlined the government's failure to stem an insurgency despite a two-year crackdown...
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Episcopalians vote to allow gay marriage in churches
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
SALT LAKE CITY -- Episcopalians have voted to allow religious weddings for same-sex couples, just days after the U.S. Supreme Court legalized gay marriage nationwide. The vote came Wednesday in Salt Lake City at the denomination's national assembly. The measure passed by an overwhelming margin in the House of Deputies, the voting body of clergy and lay people at the meeting. The day before, the House of Bishops had approved the resolution 129-26, with five abstaining...
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Greece proceeds with vote plan as creditors rebuff overture
(International News ~ 07/02/15)
ATHENS, Greece -- The Greek government vowed Wednesday to go ahead with plans to have the people decide whether they want more austerity measures in exchange for a rescue deal. Greece offered more concessions to its creditors, but was rebuffed -- Eurozone finance ministers refused to negotiate any more aid until the referendum clears up what the country wants...
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Spirit of America nominee: Charlotte Craig
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Nominated by Kelley McGowan, Humane Society of Southeast Missouri America is known as the land of opportunity. Charlotte is known for providing opportunities. She served as executive director of the Cape Girardeau County health department from 1975 to 2012. ...
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Spirit of America nominee: Wayne Wallingford
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Nominated by Tom Wilmas When we imagine what character qualities and patriotic service the Spirit of America nominee should embody, Wayne Wallingford comes to many Missourians' minds. Undoubtedly, he represents an ideal role model of selfless service throughout his life, but he is also a blazing torch of hope for all of us in the uncertain days in which we live...
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Spirit of America nominee: Kenneth Dobbins
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Nominated by Art Wallhausen A self-made man, Ken Dobbins personally epitomizes the spirit of America by rising from his birth to a single mother, growing up in poverty, working his way through college, serving in the military, and finally becoming a distinguished educator and civic leader...
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Spirit of America nominee: Doug Austin
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Nominated by Ruth Dockins and Cape Girardeau S.A.L.T. Council The Spirit of America award is for volunteers who make a difference, and Doug Austin's actions will speak much louder than words. Doug's life is a reflection of his two favorite terms: visible and measurable...
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River still rising
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Lorenzo Allen fishes for catfish and buffalo fish Wednesday evening from the new extension of the river walk along the Mississippi River near downtown Cape Girardeau. Only a small stretch of the south end of the river walk is not covered with floodwater. The river is expected to crest Friday morning at 43.5 feet. (Laura Simon)...
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Online map helps low-income find free meals
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
An online map is available from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to help low-income families find locations where children can receive free meals this summer. The map, which allows users to narrow their search by city, county or ZIP code, pinpoints hundreds of locations across the state where meals will be provided through the state health department's Summer Food Service Program...
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Holiday alters city schedules in Jackson, Cape
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Residents of Jackson and Cape Girardeau may notice a change in their trash collection schedules over the next few days. In observance of the Independence Day holiday, many city offices will be closed Friday. Those living in Jackson whose trash is normally collected Friday will instead be scheduled for pickup Monday. The recycling center also will be closed Friday and Saturday...
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Police seek witnesses to drive-by shooting
(Local News ~ 07/02/15)
Law-enforcement officials are asking for the public's help finding two eyewitnesses to the Monday shooting of a woman in the 400 block of Hanover Street in Cape Girardeau. The woman was sitting on the porch of a residence at 401 S. Hanover St. and was shot in the head during an apparent drive-by shooting. She remains in serious condition at a hospital, said Sgt. Adam Glueck of the Cape Girardeau Police Department...
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Cards' Garcia ruled out for today, no DL move expected
(Professional Sports ~ 07/02/15)
ST. LOUIS -- Jaime Garcia has been pushed back again and won't start today for the St. Louis Cardinals because of what the pitcher calls a mild left groin strain. The left-hander and the team are confident he won't be placed on the 15-day disabled list. Garcia could start early next week in Chicago against the Cubs...
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Jackson police report 7/2/15
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/02/15)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. n Mary S. Mylonas, 34, 116 Ash St., was arrested on suspicion of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. n Mary K. Rinacke, 19, 800 Eastview Court, was arrested on suspicion of stealing...
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Cape Girardeau police report 7/2/15
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/02/15)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. n A suspect was in custody pending formal charges for possession of drug paraphernalia. n Nicole M. Guth, 35, 1516 Elfrink Drive, was arrested on a Cape Girardeau warrant for failure to appear for violation of court order...
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Louise Williams
(Obituary ~ 07/02/15)
Louise H. Williams, 88, of Jackson died Tuesday, June 30, 2015, at Monticello House in Jackson. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time Monday at Ford and Sons Mount Auburn Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the Mount Auburn funeral home, with the Rev. Elijah Allen officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson...
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Beatrice Stauffer
(Obituary ~ 07/02/15)
Beatrice Redman Stauffer, 93, of Chateau Girardeau and formerly of Sikeston, Missouri, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2015, in the skilled nursing care center at Chateau. She was born Sept. 7, 1921, in Advance, Missouri. Beatrice was an active and longtime member of First Methodist Church of Sikeston, serving in a multitude of ways over many years. ...
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Alvin Charles
(Obituary ~ 07/02/15)
McCLURE, Ill. -- Alvin P. Charles, 68, of Grand Junction, Tennessee, formerly of McClure, died Saturday, June 27, 2015, in Collierville, Tennessee. He was born June 8, 1947, in Cape Girardeau, to Vernon R. "Windy" and Elveta Pratt Charles. Alvin and Peggy Bradshaw were married Nov. 1, 1966, in Cape Girardeau...
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Hooked on Science: Salty Cooler
(Community ~ 07/02/15)
Salty Cooler Materials n Salt n Cooler n Ice n Water n Thermometer Instructions STEP 1: Fill the cooler half of the way with ice and cold water. Using the thermometer, determine the temperature of the ice and the cold water. STEP 2: Add one cup of salt and mix. Using the thermometer, determine the temperature of the ice and the cold water...
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Nixon reauthorizes tax that funds Missouri Medicaid services
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A Missouri tax on medical service providers that helps fund the state Medicaid program has been reauthorized by the governor. Democratic Gov. Jay Nixon on Wednesday signed legislation to continue the tax for another year. The measure extends taxes on medical providers including hospitals, nursing homes and ambulances. The revenue brings in roughly $3.6 billion for health care through the state's Medicaid services, a significant chunk of the program's funding...
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Meningitis vaccine needed for some Missouri college students
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Students living on Missouri public college campuses now must be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis. A state law requiring the vaccine for those living in on-campus housing took effect Wednesday. Students can seek a religious or medical exemption to the requirement...
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Defense lets down Cardinals in 7-1 loss to White Sox
(Professional Sports ~ 07/02/15)
ST. LOUIS -- Though it won't show in the box score, defensive breakdowns were critical in both of the St. Louis Cardinals' losses to the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox got an early boost in Wednesday night's 7-1 victory when first baseman Mark Reynolds bobbled a grounder by Carlos Sanchez and could only get one out instead of a double play. Tyler Flowers advanced to second and scored the tying run on Adam Eaton's single...
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Man charged with stealing headstone markers from grave sites
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
JAMESPORT, Mo. -- A man has been charged with more than 35 criminal complaints after police say he stole from more than a dozen grave sites in Daviess County. The St. Joseph News-Press reported 45-year-old Leslie Harrison was charged Tuesday with 16 counts of felony stealing and 16 counts of felony property damage for the theft of 16 bronze headstone markers from the Bethel Cemetery. Harrison also faces drug-related charges...
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St. Louis' mayor narrows scrutiny of Confederate memorial
(State News ~ 07/02/15)
ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis' mayor has scratched plans for a formal panel to decide whether a three-story Confederate memorial should be moved out of Forest Park, instead calling on proposals from people or groups willing to perhaps offer up another public place for the landmark...
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Nation, world briefs 07/02/15
(National News ~ 07/02/15)
WASHINGTON -- Senior Obama administration officials, including the White House chief of staff, knew as early as 2009 Hillary Rodham Clinton was using a private email address for her government correspondence, according to about 3,000 pages of correspondence released by the State Department late Tuesday. ...
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Local student chosen to attend event in Boston
(Community ~ 07/02/15)
Trent Waltz was nominated as a delegate representing Missouri at the Congress of Future Science and Technology Leaders, held June 28 to 30 in Boston. Waltz, 17, was selected to participate because of his academic achievements, leadership potential and desire to contribute to the fields of science and technology...
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Meet two of Saxony Lutheran High School's six valedictorians
(Community ~ 07/02/15)
Editor's note: Saxony Lutheran High School selected six valedictorians for the Class of 2015. We featured four of these distinguished graduates in previous issues. Name: Abigail Louise Breite School: Saxony Lutheran High School Parents' names: Douglas and Christine Breite...
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Numbers don't add up
(Column ~ 07/02/15)
I have written before about the ongoing argument in D.C. about replacing the A-10 Warthog airplane with the new F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. The F-35 is a remarkable aircraft capable of speeds up to 1,200 mph, increased stealth capabilities, and substantial upgrades in electronics...
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Entertainment briefs 07/02/15
(Entertainment ~ 07/02/15)
NEW YORK -- TV Land has dumped "The Dukes of Hazzard." The network is confirming reruns of the 1980s action comedy, with its Confederate flag imagery, have been pulled from the schedule. Warner Bros., which produced the series, last week halted production of toy replicas of the so-called General Lee, the 1969 Dodge Charger stock car driven by rambunctious Southern cousins Luke and Bo. ...
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Prayer 7/2/15
(Prayer ~ 07/02/15)
For this great nation, and for all of its citizens, we pray to you, O God. Amen.
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