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Justice Ginsburg says cancer has returned, but won't retire
(National News ~ 07/18/20)
WASHINGTON (AP) Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said Friday she is receiving chemotherapy for a recurrence of cancer, but has no plans to retire from the Supreme Court. The 87-year-old Ginsburg, who has had four earlier bouts with cancer, said her treatment so far has succeeded in reducing lesions on her liver and she will continue chemotherapy sessions every two weeks to keep my cancer at bay....
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Penzel to build new Humane Society shelter
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Another step toward a new shelter for the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri: Penzel Construction Co. of Jackson will build the new facility, HSSEMO announced. The new facility will include a 12,000-square-foot education and adoption center and will be built on land adjacent to the existing facility at 2536 Boutin Drive in Cape Girardeau...
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Jackson schools invite interested families to choose virtual option
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Jackson's Matt Lacy said Thursday the school district is eager to find out how many parents want to exercise a virtual learning option for their children, called Ignite Online, for the upcoming 2020-2021 year. Ignite would take the place of face-to-face in-school classes for those who choose it...
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Oktoberfest, Craft Beer Festival canceled
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Two big beer festivals won't be happening this fall, organizers announced. Jackson's Oktoberfest and Cape Girardeau's Craft Beer Festival have both been canceled amid concerns about COVID-19. The announcement from Uptown Jackson Revitalization Organization director Steve Turner was emailed Friday morning, and read, "Uptown Jackson Revitalization Organization has made the difficult decision to cancel Oktoberfest 2020, scheduled for October 2 and 3. ...
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Arson charge filed in fire at Fruitland apartments
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Arson charges were filed Friday against an individual suspected of setting a fire in a Fruitland apartment building Thursday. Cape Girardeau County prosecuting attorney Mark Welker filed a first-degree arson charge, a class B felony, against Samuel Stewart Sparks, 62, of Jackson...
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Coronavirus death reported in Union County, no new Perry County cases in two days
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
A new COVID-19-related death was reported Friday in Union County, Illinois. Officials with Southern Seven Health Department, which covers seven Illinois counties, reported the death and three new cases of the disease associted with coronavirus Friday. The new cases involved one female in her 20s, one male in his 30s and one female in her 60s. There are 219 total cases in the county, with 149 recoveries and 18 deaths attributed to COVID-19...
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'They were like water angels'
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
"They were like water angels." So said Jody Owens, who nearly drowned after a kayak accident last weekend in Bollinger County. Owens, Cape police Sgt. Joey Hann and bystander Ethan Jamieson appeared on Faune Riggin's "Real Talk with Riggin" radio show on KZIM/KSIM in Cape Girardeau Friday morning, and related the story of how off-duty Hann and Jamieson rescued Owens from a near drowning...
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Cape County mask mandate difficult to enforce, officials say
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Is Cape Girardeau County's COVID-19-related face-covering order an order or a suggestion? Enforcement would seem to be key to answering the question. So: Is anyone enforcing the order? According to the county's top health department official, that falls to the county's prosecuting attorney...
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What police reform is needed in Missouri?
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
This is part 3 of an interview with Cape Girardeau Police Chief Wes Blair. Following the case in Minneapolis where a police officer put his knee on the neck of George Floyd, the conversation regarding police training and reform has resurfaced. In some areas, municipalities have given in to "defund the police" demands by shifting money away from law enforcement to other social services. ...
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Jackson police officially open new station
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Jackson police officially have new digs. The ribbon cutting ceremony for the city's police station, 202 W. Jackson Blvd., took place Friday morning, and the ceremony included comments from Mayor Dwain Hahs, contractor Phil Penzel and police chief James Humphreys...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 07/18/20)
Today is Saturday, July 18, the 200th day of 2020. There are 166 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 18, 2013, Detroit, which was once the very symbol of American industrial might, became the biggest U.S. city to file for bankruptcy, its finances ravaged and its neighborhoods hollowed out by a long, slow decline in population and auto manufacturing...
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Out of the past: July 18
(Out of the Past ~ 07/18/20)
On July 2, the Missouri Lottery Commission did away with a policy of no Sunday drawings, evoking smiles from vendors and frowns from ministers; the Sunday drawings are proving popular; Pick 3 sales have increased by about $900,000 a week since the extra drawing was added, and Show Me 5 sales by about $70,000...
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Huckstep-50 years
(Anniversary ~ 07/18/20)
Gordon and Carmen Huckstep of Cape Girardeau are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary July 18. Gordon and the former Carmen Theresa Anderson were married July 18, 1970, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Chapel in Cape Girardeau with the Rev. Walter Loeber officiating...
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Elders-60 years
(Anniversary ~ 07/18/20)
Paul James and Judith Ann Elders of Scott City celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary July 16. Elders and the former Judith Crossen were married July 16, 1960. The couple has two children, Paula Harrell of Memphis, Tennesseee, and Gary Elders of Scott City. They also have six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren...
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Landewee-50 years
(Anniversary ~ 07/18/20)
Glen and Nancy Landewee of Leopold, Missouri, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 20 with a celebration hosted by their children at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Leopold. Those attending were family, friends and many former classmates. Glen and the former Nancy Elfrink were married June 20, 1970, at St. John's Catholic Church in Leopold...
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Louis W. Miller: German immigrant businessman
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
Cape Girardeau underwent unprecedented growth and success in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Its location on the Mississippi and the arrival of a railroad were partly responsible, but the town also benefited from German immigration. As a group, Germans were literate, often well-educated and came possessed with an entrepreneurial spirit and technical skills. ...
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Adopt pets 7-19-20
(Community ~ 07/18/20)
Submitted by Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary This pretty white female is Mercedes. She is a 1 1/2 years old. The little guy is Ford and he is eight weeks old. Both need a loving, forever home. If you are ready for a rewarding experience, come see us at Safe Harbor. Call (573) 243-9823...
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Reflections on marriage and singlehood
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
This past weekend, I had the honor of witnessing the wedding of Courtney, one of my dearest friends and sisters in life, to her groom. It was a beautiful ceremony that gave all of the glory to God and began a marriage that I know will, too. God wills beautiful, sacramental marriages that are a physical sign of the way God loves the Church here on earth, and this is one of those. ...
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What do you value?
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
Your values define what is most important to you. Those values are most clearly seen when pressed and stressed. Stephen Covey wrote, "Begin each day with the blueprint of my deepest values FIRMLY in mind then when challenges come, make decisions BASED on those values." What you value, and acting on them, will build the life you desire...
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Christians and masks
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
On Monday, the Cape Girardeau County Health Department issued an order for us to wear masks. For some, there was relief and a sense that making everyone wear masks was long overdue. For others, another piece of our individual liberty being stripped away. This is another silly move like telling us which way to walk down store isles. Some people like rules and some do not. For the Christian, we have a set of principles that guide our behavior in all circumstances...
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Senior Center Menus for July 20 through 24
(Community ~ 07/18/20)
Senior centers are open for delivery and carryout only. Monday: Salisbury steak or Polish sausage, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, steamed broccoli, whole-grain bread and blushing pears or assorted cookies. Tuesday: Tacos or ham slice, seasoned pinto beans, hominy, garden salad, whole-grain bread slice and tropical fruit or cookies and cream...
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Everyone's music
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
I grew up in the Sandhills of Nebraska, which is ranching country. Dad raised Hereford cattle, and I find it interesting that Marge's dad raised Angus. So both of us grew up around cattle and horses. I never was much on dancing and music. I remember getting some station on the radio from down in Oklahoma, but it was kind of rock and roll. ...
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The bird is a fisherman
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
Temperatures were in the 90s recently when I made an afternoon trip to Mingo National Wildlife Refuge. I was hoping to see a baby whitetail deer, but they must have been quietly lying still in the shade somewhere. The refuge was very quiet on this day. It was as if the wild animals were mimicking people staying home because of the COVID-19 pandemic. I did see a few turkey vultures, a few raccoons and a brood of six young wood ducks trailing their mother through lily pad-covered water...
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Club news 7-19-20
(Community ~ 07/18/20)
The Town and Country FCE club met July 9 at the home of Judy Niswonger. The club had its last meeting in February and due to COVID-19 canceled March, April, May and June meetings. Members recited the Club Collect. Niswonger gave the devotional entitled "God wants you to enjoy life." Roll call was given by Sue Jones. She also read the February minutes. The minutes were approved as read...
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FYI 7-19-20
(Community ~ 07/18/20)
Knights of Columbus in Scott City will host a breakfast on the third Sunday of every month, serving from 7:30 to 10 a.m. The menu includes homemade pork sausage, scrambled eggs, pancakes and biscuits and gravy. Cost will be your goodwill donation. The city of Oran, Missouri, was incorporated as a fourth-class city in Missouri on July 19, 1869. ...
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The NFL is on the brink
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
The National Football League celebrated its 100th anniversary last year. This should be a time of self-congratulation for the brutal sport, which has no similar counterpart outside the United States. The NFL's megaprofits dwarf those of other professional sports in the U.S. The Super Bowl, not the World Series, is America's national sports event...
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Most Trump supporters can't wait to vote for him
(Column ~ 07/18/20)
Commentators came out of the woodwork to ridicule President Donald Trump for allegedly turning his July 14 press conference into a campaign rally (and for being unpresidential). So what if he did? They objected that he veered into other topics when he was supposed to be talking about China and Hong Kong. Horrors!...
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Prayer 7-19-20
(Prayer ~ 07/18/20)
O Lord Jesus, in everything we do may we always seek to honor you. Amen.
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Speak Out 7-19-20
(Speak Out ~ 07/18/20)
For the universities that will not have on-site classes, they should layoff most professors because one professor can teach millions of students online. They would not have to have much support staff either. The tuition would be much lower, and students would not be drowning in debt when they graduate with a degree they can actually use to get a job and be productive...
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Out of the past: July 19
(Out of the Past ~ 07/18/20)
The grand opening of Cape Girardeau's Target Discount Store was held yesterday at 202 Siemers Drive; a 10% discount was given to customers upon entering, while the store's deli served food; the 90,000-square-foot store is one of about 700 Target stores nationwide...
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Missouri official sentenced to probation for stealing
(State News ~ 07/18/20)
FREDERICKTOWN, Mo. -- The former deputy collector for an eastern Missouri county has been sentenced to five years of probation. Kelcey Gresham, of Fredericktown, was sentenced after pleading guilty Thursday to a felony stealing charge. Gresham paid $5,409.72 in restitution under the terms of the plea...
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Millions told full schools unlikely
(National News ~ 07/18/20)
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Millions more children in the U.S. learned Friday that they're unlikely to return to classrooms full time in the fall due to the coronavirus pandemic, as officials laid out new details of what lies ahead after summer vacation...
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Branson mask debate wades into Nazis and conspiracy theories
(State News ~ 07/18/20)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Missouri tourist town of Branson postponed a vote on whether to impose a mask ordinance after residents repeated deep suspicions of public health experts, the health care system and data tracking the spread of COVID-19. One woman wore a wedding veil Thursday as a face shield and warned against moving toward a socialist society. Another brought a sign calling out the mayor for his "mask asphyxiation orders," The Kansas City Star reports...
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Police report 7-19-20
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/18/20)
CAPE GIRARDEAU The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrest does not imply guilt. DWI n Driving under the influence was reported on South Plaza Way. Assaults n Assault was reported in the 900 block of Hickory Street. n Assault was reported in the 300 block of South Spring Avenue...
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Karen Shackles
(Obituary ~ 07/18/20)
Karen M. Shackles, 63, of Cape Girardeau passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at Southeast Hospital. She was born Feb. 23, 1957, in Cairo, Illinois, to Martha Bledsoe. Karen married Kenneth Shackles on June 24, 1994. He survives. Memorial service will be announced at a later date...
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David Petry
(Obituary ~ 07/18/20)
David "Indian" Petry, 62, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, July 13, 2020, at Southeast Hospital. He was born March 23, 1958, in Imperial, Missouri, to Ted Francis and Charlotte Mueller Petry. He and Dianna L. Cooper were married May 17, 1980, at Cape Girardeau...
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William Grantham
(Obituary ~ 07/18/20)
SCOTT CITY -- William C. Grantham, 81 of Fort Wayne, Indiana, formerly of Commerce, Missouri, died Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at his home. He was born Nov. 9, 1938, in DeRidder, Louisiana, to Louis and Edith Carroll Grantham. He married Sandra Granneman on July 23, 1961. She preceded him in death April 14, 2015...
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Sharon Davis
(Obituary ~ 07/18/20)
Sharon Medley Davis, 54, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at her home. A graveside service will be at a later date at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Cindy Crigger
(Obituary ~ 07/18/20)
** Cindy Crigger Cindy L. Crigger, 53, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, July 13, 2020, at Heartland Care and Rehab. Arrangements are incomplete at Ford and Sons Funeral Home.
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Road work 7/19/20
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Periodic road closures set for West Cape Rock Ameren Missouri will have periodic road closures next week on West Cape Rock Drive, between Lexington Avenue and Brookshire Road, according to a news release from the Cape Girardeau Public Works Department. The closures are for the construction of a new sub-station and may vary in length, depending on construction and weather conditions. Detours will be provided for motorists...
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Cape Girardeau City Council agenda 7-20-20
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Cape Girardeau City Council 5 p.m. Monday City Hall 401 Independence St. The following considerations have been made to aid in the prevention of community spread of COVID-19 and all respiratory viruses: n Pursuant to Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center Order No. 20-01, Emergency Face Covering Order, a face covering must be worn properly the entire time while in the building...
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Jackson Board of Aldermen agenda 7-19-20
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Jackson Board of Aldermen 6 p.m. Monday City Hall 101 Court St. Approval of minutes n Minutes of special meeting of 7/6/20. Financial affairs n City collector's report (action) n City clerk's and treasurer's report Action items Power, Light and Water Committee...
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Cape Girardeau County Commission agenda 7/19/20
(Local News ~ 07/18/20)
Cape Girardeau County Commission 9 a.m. Monday 1 Barton Square, Jackson Approval of minutes n Minutes from July 16 meetings Communications/reports -- other elected officials n COVID-19 Update: In an effort to keep Cape Girardeau County residents safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, Emergency Management Agency (EMA) director Mark Winkler will be issuing an update at County Commission meetings. ...
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2020 Valedictorians honored
(Community ~ 07/18/20)
David Layton, Oak Ridge Top of his class at Oak Ridge, David Layton was involved in basketball, baseball, cross country and FBLA, among other school clubs. He's won numerous awards at the state, district and conference levels for basketball. In the fall, he plans to attend Missouri State University to study pre-health sciences, in hope of becoming a physical therapist. His parents are his biggest inspiration...
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