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Cape Girardeau County Commission agenda for 6/8/23 meeting
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
Cape Girardeau County Commission 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 8 1 Barton Square, Jackson Approval of minutes n Approval of minutes of the Monday, June 5, meeting n Approval of closed session minutes of Monday, June 5, meeting Communications/reports — other selected officials/department heads...
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Desserts for every summertime occasion
(Community ~ 06/08/23)
It is not too early to start thinking about cool, summer dessert recipes and patriotic themed desserts for the upcoming Independence Day holiday. During hot afternoons when a little something cool and refreshing would taste good, I start looking through recipes to see what I can find...
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Operation Healthy Delta holds clinics in Southeast Missouri
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
Operation Healthy Delta will be hosting no-cost service clinics in Sikeston and Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and Anna, Illinois, on Sunday, June 11, through Tuesday, June 20. According to the Southern 7 Health Department, the U.S. Department of Defense partnered with Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation to present Operation Healthy Delta to provide "medical, dental, optical, physical therapy and emotional wellness services to residents (ages 2 or up) who are uninsured, underinsured, or in need of quality care at no cost to the patient.". ...
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Parks and Rec 'pleased' with Jefferson pool usage
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
Doug Gannon, director of Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation, said the department is "pleased" with the amount of usage at the Jefferson Aquatic Center swimming pool. Gannon said 1,332 people have used the pool in the seven weeks since the grand opening April 6. That number includes swimming lessons and after-school activities for 357 Cape Girardeau Public Schools students and 768 community members coming in under general admission or for water aerobics classes...
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Advance 11-month-old located safe
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
An Endangered Person Advisory for an 11-month-old child has been canceled. Authorities said the boy, Jackson Cole Morgan of Advance, Missouri, has been located safe with his mother, Gretchen Mollie Boston. The incident occurred on Oak Street in Advance...
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Cape Girardeau County 'value change' notices out
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
This week, Cape Girardeau County property owners have begun receiving via U.S. mail "value change" notices of their 2023 property assessment, and most properties will see an 8.5% increase. An email from County Assessor Bob Adams reveals property valuations are based on either of the following criteria;...
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I like Smelly Butts (BBQ) and I cannot lie ...
(Community ~ 06/08/23)
I love this part of the country. Most people are kind, good-hearted souls, and thankfully most of them also seem to have an appreciable sense of humor. That can most definitely be said for Smelly Butts BBQ and Other Fine Food. I found the food truck parked at its World Headquarters Sunday around noon. ...
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Law Enforcement Week — Kristi McGowen: Office manager integral to law and order
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
Kristi McGowen is the office manager in the Cape Girardeau County Prosecuting Attorney's office, and while she may not patrol the streets looking for criminals or argue a case before a judge and jury, she is just as integral to the pursuit of law and order as any police officer...
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Law Enforcement Week — Matt Tisher: Cape Girardeau officer enjoys hunt for fugitives
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
Cape Girardeau Police Department patrolman Matt Tisher enjoys his work, especially one type of law enforcement activity. "I enjoy hunting warrants, fugitive apprehension," he said. "There is something fun about it. It's kind of like a cat-and-mouse game."...
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Law Enforcement Week — Chaffee SRO James Lyerla: Role model for students
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
The first time James Lyerla interacted with law enforcement was when he was 8 years old. He was playing in the street with other kids when the officer came up, introduced himself and gave them baseball cards. This interaction had stayed in the back of his mind for many years...
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Law Enforcement Week — Bailiff Caleb Jones enjoys helping
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
Caleb Jones does not hesitate when asked what led him to a career in law enforcement with Cape Girardeau County. Jones, 27, is a deputy in the county sheriff's office and is stationed at the county's Justice Center in Jackson as a uniformed bailiff...
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State attorney general to decide on theft charge against Cape County coroner
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
The state attorney general's office will determine whether to file a misdemeanor stealing charge against Cape Girardeau County Coroner Wavis Jordan for alleged acts that occurred in April. A Wednesday, June 7, release from Cape Girardeau County Prosecuting Attorney Mark Welker indicates he asked state officials to serve as special prosecutor in the case, which stems from an alleged theft that occurred at the scene of an unattended death April 18 on South Lorimier Street in Cape Girardeau...
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Economist: Local counties outperforming SEMO region
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. — Jeff Pinkerton, director of economic research for the state Department of Economic Development, told a group of business and government leaders from Cape Girardeau, Perry and Scott counties Wednesday, June 7, that tri-county economic growth has outperformed Missouri as a whole since 2001...
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Trial begins for former Sikeston police officer involved in fatal wreck
(Local News ~ 06/08/23)
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. — A defense attorney representing a former Sikeston, Missouri, police captain involved in a wreck resulting in a woman's death is trying to convince a jury the captain was unjustly treated by officers who personally knew the defendant...
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Pat Robertson, broadcaster who helped make religion central to GOP politics, dies at 93
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Pat Robertson, a religious broadcaster who turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network, tried a run for president and helped make religion central to Republican Party politics in America through his Christian Coalition, has died. He was 93...
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Packing Lunch: Utilize the Bento Box.
(Health ~ 06/08/23)
Does your lunch box spark joy? The organizational surge has taken over many parts of our home lives, including the classic sack lunch in the form of a compact bento box. Whether you’re a fresh college graduate navigating the lanes of the workforce, an overstretched full-time working parent or a restful and honored retiree, a nutritionally-balanced meal is the backbone of a successful day, and this bento box meal-building formula might just be the missing ingredient your’s needs...
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Growing Community: Cycling’s deep roots in Cape Girardeau
(Health ~ 06/08/23)
Cycling has deep roots in the Cape Girardeau community, going all the way back to the late 1800s when Cape became one of the most famous bicycle race towns in the Midwest. In the late 1890s, Frank Dunlap built a quarter-mile wooden track, bringing highly-decorated national and international cyclists to the town...
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The Health Benefits of Tea
(Health ~ 06/08/23)
Leaves and hot water. With just these two ingredients, tea may seem simple, but this drink is complicated. Tea has caused wars and is an important tradition in many cultures and religions. It’s also one of the most-consumed beverages worldwide, second to water; according to Statistica, approximately 6.8 billion kilograms of tea were consumed globally in 2022, and this number is only expected to increase...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
Today is Thursday, June 8, the 159th day of 2023. There are 206 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On June 8, 1864, Abraham Lincoln was nominated for another term as president during the National Union (Republican) Party's convention in Baltimore...
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Prayer 6-8-23
(Prayer ~ 06/08/23)
O Lord Jesus, may we boldly proclaim the good news of salvation through you. Amen.
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Fire report 6-8-23
(Police/Fire Report ~ 06/08/23)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls. June 6 n Medical assists were made at 3:25 a.m. on Walnut Street; 6:24 a.m. on Lynwood Hills Drive; 12:14 p.m. on South Lake Drive; 1:24 p.m. on Independence Street; 5:37 p.m. on William Street; 6:25 p.m. on South Louisiana Avenue; and 7:50 p.m. on West Cape Rock Drive. ...
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Police report 6-8-23
(Police/Fire Report ~ 06/08/23)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Police Department responded to the following calls. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests n A warrant arrest was reported on North Frederick Street. n A warrant arrest was reported on Hickory Street. n A warrant arrest was reported on South Hanover Street...
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Joseph Welker
(Obituary ~ 06/08/23)
Joseph Franklin Welker, 57, of Scott City died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 9, at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Scott City. Memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Friday at the chapel...
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Eric Seibel
(Obituary ~ 06/08/23)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. — Eric H. Seibel died Monday, June 5, 2023. He will be remembered for greeting everyone with "Good Morning!" no matter the time of day, his service to the community, mentoring demeanor, quick wit and easy laugh. He was a man of strong Christian faith, a devoted husband and father, and an inspiring music educator...
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Fred McLain
(Obituary ~ 06/08/23)
Fred McLain, 89, of Jackson died Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at his home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson will be in charge of arrangements.
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George Kramer
(Obituary ~ 06/08/23)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. — George E. Kramer, 60, of Perryville died Sunday, June 4, 2023, at the Estates of Perryville. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 9, at Ford and Young Funeral Home in Perryville. Funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Friday, June 9, at the funeral home, with the Rev. Steve Vester officiating. Burial will be held on a later date at Cedar Fork Cemetery...
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Margaret Briscoe
(Obituary ~ 06/08/23)
Margaret Virginia "Jenny" Briscoe, 79, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at her home. She was born Sept. 14, 1943, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Bert Justice and Ruth Adele Holliday Briscoe. She had a long career as a food and beverage director at the Royal N'Orleans, Dalhousie Golf Club and retired from the Cape Girardeau Country Club...
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Births 6/8/23
(Births ~ 06/08/23)
Twin sons to Jaghan Allen Lee Cook and Riley Louise Moore of Glen Allen, Missouri, Saint Francis Medical Center, Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Tate Lee was born at 8:50 p.m., and weighed 2 pounds, 10 ounces. Tobi Dale was born at 8:52 p.m., and weighed 3 pounds, 4 ounces. First children. Moore is the daughter of Jimmy Moore and Angie Moore of Glen Allen. She works at Jay's BBQ. Cook is the son of Jason Cook and Meghan Cook of Marble Hill, Missouri. He is employed by Capital Sand...
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More than 1,400 migrants are rescued from overcrowded boats off southern Italy by coast guard
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
ROME -- More than 1,400 migrants have been rescued from overcrowded vessels, including a sailboat, in four separate operations in the Mediterranean Sea off southern Italy, the Italian coast guard said Wednesday. There were 47 migrants, including two children in immediate need of medical care, aboard the sailboat in distress off the region of Calabria, in the "toe" of the Italian peninsula, a coast guard statement said. They were rescued by a coast guard motorboat early Tuesday...
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The pause on student loan payments is ending. Can borrowers find room in their budgets?
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
WASHINGTON -- In a good month, Celina Chanthanouvong has about $200 left after rent, groceries and car insurance. That doesn't factor in her student loans, which have been on hold since the start of the pandemic and are estimated to cost $300 a month. The pause in repayment has been a lifeline keeping the 25-year-old afloat...
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Flooding from dam break strands hundreds and leaves thousands with no drinking water in Ukraine
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
KHERSON, Ukraine -- Authorities rushed to rescue hundreds of people stranded on rooftops and supply drinking water to areas flooded by a collapsed dam in southern Ukraine on Wednesday, in a growing humanitarian and ecological disaster along a river that forms part of the front line in the 15-month war...
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North Carolina lawmakers approve sports and horse-race gambling, bill now heading to governor
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
RALEIGH, N.C. -- The North Carolina General Assembly finalized legislation Wednesday to authorize statewide and regulate sports and horse-race wagering, a decision poised to open the nation's ninth-largest state to more legal gambling options. The House voted 69-44 for changes completed last week by the Senate to the bill. ...
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Missouri prosecutor Wesley Bell vies for GOP Sen. Hawley's seat
(State News ~ 06/08/23)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A Black Missouri prosecutor who stepped into leadership in the aftermath of protests over the fatal police shooting of Michael Brown is running for Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley's seat, the Democrat announced Wednesday. In his campaign announcement, 48-year-old St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell criticized Hawley as divisive while touting his own work in Ferguson, where protests over Brown's death helped spark the national Black Lives Matter movement...
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Judge weighs Missouri GOP dispute over estimated cost of allowing abortions
(State News ~ 06/08/23)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Two top Republican state officials argued Wednesday over how much it would cost Missouri to restore the right to abortion, with the state attorney general insisting that the figure should account for lost revenue that wouldn't be collected from people who otherwise would be born...
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CNN ousts CEO Chris Licht after a brief, tumultuous tenure
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
NEW YORK -- The chief executive CNN pushed out of a job on Wednesday faced mounting problems in his first year leading the struggling network: viewership and profits were declining, programming blunders were growing and the network's journalists were losing confidence by the day...
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Haitians are dying of thirst and starvation in severely overcrowded jails
(International News ~ 06/08/23)
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti -- The emaciated inmate in black shorts lay on a thin mat in Haiti's most notorious prison, isolated from other prisoners at Port-au-Prince's National Penitentiary because of drug-resistant tuberculosis. He slowly sat up to talk to a visiting reporter and more than 70 fellow tuberculosis patients gathered at the door of the neighboring cell to complain about their suffering while detained, many on minor charges like theft...
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Justice Dept. moves closer toward possible indictment of Trump in classified documents investigation
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
WASHINGTON -- A federal grand jury investigating Donald Trump in Florida heard from at least one additional witness Wednesday amid signs that the Justice Department was moving toward a possible indictment over the former president's mishandling of classified documents...
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House Republicans pull back contempt charge against FBI director Wray over Biden doc
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
WASHINGTON -- The Republican chairman of the House Oversight Committee on Wednesday called off a vote on a contempt of Congress charge against FBI Director Christopher Wray, accepting a last-minute offer by the bureau to allow the full committee access to a confidential document of an unverified tip about President Joe Biden...
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GOP conservatives shutter House to protest McCarthy-Biden debt deal, setting up next budget brawl
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
WASHINGTON -- In fallout from the debt ceiling deal, Speaker Kevin McCarthy is suddenly confronting a new threat to his power as angry hard-right conservatives bring the House chamber to a halt, reviving their displeasure over the compromise struck with President Joe Biden and demanding deeper spending cuts ahead...
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Pope Francis has scar tissue removed, hernia repaired during 3-hour abdominal surgery
(International News ~ 06/08/23)
ROME -- Pope Francis underwent successful surgery Wednesday to remove intestinal scar tissue and repair a hernia in his abdominal wall, the latest maladies to befall the 86-year-old pontiff who had part of his colon removed two years ago. The Vatican said there were no complications during the three-hour surgery, which required Francis to be under general anesthesia. ...
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Smoky haze blanketing US, Canada could last for days as wildfires rage, winds won't budge
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
NEW YORK -- On air quality maps, purple signifies the worst of it. In reality, it's a thick, hazardous haze that's disrupting daily life for millions of people across the U.S. and Canada, blotting out skylines and turning skies orange. And with weather systems expected to hardly budge, the smoky blanket billowing from wildfires in Quebec and Nova Scotia and sending plumes of fine particulate matter as far away as North Carolina should persist into Thursday and possibly the weekend...
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DeSantis defends flying migrants to California as he meets with sheriffs near border
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
SIERRA VISTA, Ariz. -- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday defended his state's decision to fly migrants from the U.S.-Mexico border to California, arguing that the state had essentially invited the migrants with its welcoming policies toward immigrants...
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Utah district's Bible ban spurs protest by parents, Republicans
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
SALT LAKE CITY -- Republican lawmakers rallied with more than one hundred Bible-toting parents and children at Utah's Capitol on Wednesday to protest a school district's decision to remove the Bible from middle and elementary school libraries in the wake of a GOP-backed "sensitive materials" law passed two years ago...
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Pence opens presidential bid with denunciation of Trump over Jan. 6 insurrection and abortion
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
ANKENY, Iowa -- Former Vice President Mike Pence opened his bid for the Republican nomination for president Wednesday with a firm denunciation of former President Donald Trump, accusing his two-time running mate of abandoning conservative principles and being guilty of dereliction of duty on Jan. 6, 2021...
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Gunman who opened fire after Virginia high school graduation targeted graduate, Richmond police say
(National News ~ 06/08/23)
RICHMOND, Va. -- A gunman who opened fire minutes after a high school graduation in Richmond, Virginia, targeted an 18-year-old graduate he had a long-running dispute with, police said Wednesday. Shawn Jackson, 18, and his father, Lorenzo Smith, 36, were both killed Tuesday in the gunfire, which sent hundreds fleeing in panic outside the state capital's Altria Theater after the graduation ceremony for Huguenot High School. ...
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Out of the past: June 8
(Out of the Past ~ 06/08/23)
"Some people call our singing a hobby," said Irene Stevens, "but it's really more of an avocation"; Stevens, the director of the Cape Girardeau chapter of the Sweet Adelines, known as the Girardot Rose Chorus, was speaking of the barbershop music the all-female choir sings; the Girardot Rose Chorus celebrated its 15th anniversary in the Southeast Missouri-Southern Illinois region Sunday with an ice cream social and a concert at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Cape Girardeau...
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Trump is wrong about "woke"
(Column ~ 06/08/23)
Donald Trump hasn't been known for his scrupulously correct use of language, but now wants to police the use of "woke." "I don't like the term 'woke' because I hear, 'woke, woke, woke,'" he said the other day. "It's just a term they use, half the people can't even define it, they don't know what it is."...
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Missouri governor signs ban on transgender health care, school sports
(State News ~ 06/08/23)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Transgender minors and some adults in Missouri will soon be limited from accessing puberty blockers, hormones and gender-affirming surgeries -- as well as some school sports teams -- under bills signed Wednesday by the state's Republican governor...
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