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Create New Routines: Become physically, mentally and spiritually healthier in the new year with these strategies
(01/13/24)
We begin a new year with hope, renewal and determination; it’s a good time to start working on developing new routines. Routines, according to the Brain MD article “5 Powerful Benefits of Having a Healthy Daily Routine” by Kim Henderson, can increase efficiency, reduce stress, promote health, boost creativity and provide meaning in our lives...
- Shots fired on Bloomfield Road lead to one injured (Local News ~ 01/13/24)
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Shooting at Hackberry street
(Local News ~ 01/13/24)
Shooting at 900 block of Hackberry Street leaves juvenile injured The Cape Girardeau Police Department (CGPD) responded to a shots fired call leading to one juvenile being taken to the hospital on Thursday, Jan. 11. According to a CGPD news release, when the police arrived they were advised a juvenile had been driven to the hospital for "non-life threatening injuries." Officers called the hospital to contact the juvenile victim but he would not cooperate, according to the release...
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Wintry mix, blowing snow expected beginning around 3 p.m.
(Local News ~ 01/13/24)
The Cape Girardeau area is under a wind advisory through Friday night, and the National Weather Service is predicting an 80% chance of a wintry mix and patchy blowing snow beginning at around 3 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Patchy, blowing snow is expected after 5 p.m. Less than a half-inch of wintry mix is expected...
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Rep. Burger announces bid for state Senate
(Local News ~ 01/13/24)
Jamie Burger, a longtime Scott County commissioner and current representative in the state House, announced plans Friday to run for the Senate seat held by Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder. The District 27 Senate district represents the counties of Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Iron, Madison, Perry, Reynolds and Scott...
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Jackson mayor honored for community service at annual chamber banquet
(Local News ~ 01/13/24)
Jackson Mayor Dwain Hahs became the 46th recipient of the R.A. Fulenwider Meritorious Community Service Award at the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce's annual banquet on Friday, Jan. 12. He said the award has special meaning to him because his father-in-law, Billy Joe Thompson Sr., and brothers-in-law, Billy Joe Thompson Jr. and John Thompson, previously won the award...
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Manufacturing in southeast Missouri continues to innovate
(B Magazine ~ 01/13/24)
So many industries are experiencing changes these days. And for many, it’s not incremental change. Some are seeing transformational changes on the good side. Others face challenges. For most, it’s a mix of both. The pandemic certainly changed things. Take, for example, recruitment...
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Sponsored: Unique Cape Girardeau home boasts rich history, best view of river in the city
(Local News ~ 01/13/24)
The three-story house on 330 North Lorimier Street is a glamorous infusion of Cape Girardeau's past and present. The historic property contains stories of speakeasy parties, elaborate dinners, summer poolside gatherings and elegant weddings. It is a true time capsule of the families who have lived there and their deep roots in the community...
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The Child Care Crisis: How lack of care impacts families, workforce, economy
(B Magazine ~ 01/13/24)
Missouri loses an estimated $1.35 billion every year due to child care issues, according to a 2021 U.S. Chamber of Commerce case study. This same study indicates that 28% of Missouri respondents surveyed said they or someone in their household has left a job, not taken a job or changed jobs because of problems with child care in the last 12 months...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 01/13/24)
Today is Saturday, Jan. 13, the 13th day of 2024. There are 353 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 13, 2021, President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House over the violent Jan. 6 siege of the Capitol, becoming the only president to be twice impeached; ten Republicans joined Democrats in voting to impeach Trump on a charge of "incitement of insurrection." (Trump would again be acquitted by the Senate in a vote after his term was over.)...
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Out of the past: Jan. 13
(Out of the Past ~ 01/13/24)
CAIRO, Ill. -- Pulaski County and parts of Alexander and Johnson counties in Illinois have been named a federal empowerment zone, a designation that will enable them to qualify for more federal assistance and should make them more attractive to business; the region will be eligible for $2 million in federal assistance during the first year of the U.S. Department of Agriculture program...
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The Marble City and the Washington Monument
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
Approximately 100 years ago, before Cape Girardeau became known as the City of Roses, it had the nickname of The Marble City. Besides the limestone deposits in the area, Cape Girardeau was known for its marble. A marble that was dense and 99% pure, making it a great source in buildings because it didn't lose its bright white color...
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Locating family information using subscription newspaper sites
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
Although content of many newspapers is available on free sites, it may be necessary to use subscription services to access all digitized newspapers. If you subscribe to one or more of these sites, learn about their content before doing so. The sites vary in geographic coverage, and while there is overlap between subscription newspaper sites, each has at least some unique to that service. ...
- Rotary Club donates to food pantry (Submitted Photo ~ 01/13/24)
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White oak acorns
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
I went for a short nature hike on Sunday, Jan. 7, hoping to find something interesting to photograph. After about 30 minutes of searching for something interesting, I sat down under a large white oak tree and enjoyed the scenery. As I was getting up to leave the tree, something red on the ground caught my eye. It was the root sprout of a white oak acorn. I carefully brushed back some leaves and found more acorns. Three of them were close together and gave me a descriptive photo opportunity...
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Senior Center Menus for Jan. 15 through 19
(Community ~ 01/13/24)
Monday: Center closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Tuesday: Salisbury steak or Polish sausage and sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, green beans, whole-grain hot roll and sugar-free apple crisp or cook's choice dessert. Wednesday: Lemon chicken or potato soup with 1/2 sandwich, buttered corn, spinach salad, whole-grain bread and fruit cocktail or Oreo cheesecake...
- Adopt Angel 1-14-24 (Community ~ 01/13/24)
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Finding the wonder in life
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
I sat in a chair, leaned back and flung both arms toward the sky. I took a deep breath and filled my lungs with air. Inside, excitement framed my whole being as I exhaled and basked in my appreciative mood. That day was one that could be described as a normal day. ...
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The seasons
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
We have four "seasons" of weather here in the U.S., with the current season being winter. Most of our friends are not particularly fond of cold weather, however some do like the cold and the outdoor sports that come with it. Winter is followed by spring where the plants and grass here in Missouri begin to grow or bud out or put on leaves. ...
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In Taiwan's election Saturday, who are the 3 candidates trying to become president?
(International News ~ 01/13/24)
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) -- Taiwan is holding its presidential election on Saturday, a race that China has called a choice between war and peace. China considers the self-ruled island about 160 kilometers (100 miles) off its east coast a breakaway province and has threatened to take control over it, by force if necessary...
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British prime minister visits Ukraine to give aid and reassurances of West's support against Russia
(International News ~ 01/13/24)
KYIV, Ukraine -- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveiled new military funding for Ukraine on Friday during a visit to Kyiv aimed at reassuring the country that the West is still providing support nearly 23 months after Russia's invasion. The package, worth 2.5 billion pounds ($3.2 billion) over the next fiscal year, is the largest the U.K. has given to Ukraine since the war began, surpassing previous annual commitments by 200 million pounds ($233 million), the British government said...
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Israel defends itself at the UN's top court against allegations of genocide in Gaza
(International News ~ 01/13/24)
THE HAGUE, Netherlands -- Accused of committing genocide against Palestinians, Israel insisted at the United Nations' highest court Friday that its war in Gaza was a legitimate defense of its people and that it was Hamas militants who were guilty of genocide...
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The AWOL Defense Secretary
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
Anyone following how weak and passive the U.S. has been in the face of provocations from our adversaries in the Middle East might conclude that the secretary of defense has gone missing. And, at least for a few days last week, he literally was. In an age when it's nearly impossible to go off the grid, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin managed it. ...
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Speak Out 1-14-24
(Speak Out ~ 01/13/24)
When the Conservative publication National Review turns against a Republican you know they're doing something wrong. They have just come out with a full-throated condemnation of Trump for all his election lies and authoritarian tactics. Why can't the rest of the Conservative publications do the same? Are they afraid of Trump?...
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Populist politicians aren't so divided on economic issues
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
The political landscape is often portrayed as deeply polarized. The two sides, it is said, can't agree on anything. Even worse, if one side supports a position, that's reason enough for the other to oppose it. While this picture is largely true for cultural issues, the rise of populism on the right is making some of the two parties' economic policies remarkably similar. That's bad news for Americans...
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Prayer 1-14-24
(Prayer ~ 01/13/24)
O Lord Jesus, may we seek you and serve you with all our heart. Amen.
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Jackson Board of Aldermen agenda for Jan 16., 2024
(Local News ~ 01/13/24)
City of Jackson mayor and Board of Aldermen Regular meeting 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16 Adoption of agenda n Motion adopting the regular meeting agenda. Approval of minutes n Motion approving the minutes of the regular meeting of Monday, Jan. 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS...
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Fire report 1-14-24
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/13/24)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls. Jan. 10 n At 7:51 a.m., mutual aid on Park View in Scott City. n At 7:42 p.m., mutual aid in Chaffee. Jan. 11 n Medical assists were made at 8:5e6 a.m. on North Main Street; 11:49 a.m. on Perry Avenue; 12:49 p.m. on Veterans Memorial Drive; and 5:47 p.m. on Independence Street...
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Police report 1-14-24
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/13/24)
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 Main Street. n A warrant arrest was reported on Siemers Drive. n A warrant arrest was reported...
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Births 1/11/24
(Births ~ 01/13/24)
Daughter to Alex and Shawna Pilsner of Jackson, Southeast Hospital, 6:05 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023. Name, Wrenly. Weight, 8.1 pounds. First child. Mrs. Pilsner is the daughter of Lori Schopp of Cape Girardeau and Randy Valleroy of Cape Girardeau. Pilsner is the son of Robert and Gary Pilsner of Cape Girardeau...
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Out of the past: Jan. 14
(Out of the Past ~ 01/13/24)
Although a proposed merger has collapsed, Southeast Hospital's leadership hopes to continue working closely with Saint Francis Medical Center to improve local health care while building for the future on its own; the executive committee of the Southeast Board of Trustees met privately Tuesday to discuss events of the previous week that led to the end of 14 months of merger discussions between the hospitals...
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Mary Ann Statler
(Obituary ~ 01/13/24)
Mary Ann Statler, 82, of Millersville passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at Life Care Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born Sept. 24,1941, in Cape Girardeau, daughter of Elmer and Myrtle Hahs King. She and Larry Statler were married on Nov. 4, 1972...
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Jerry Pind
(Obituary ~ 01/13/24)
Jerry L. Pind, 82, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, at his home. He was born June 3, 1941, in Cape Girardeau to Lester and Imogene Smith Pind. He and Marlena Pind were married July 6, 1974, at Cape Girardeau. She preceded him in death July 22, 2017...
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Penny Meyer
(Obituary ~ 01/13/24)
Penny Ann Meyer, 72, of Perryville died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, surrounded by her family. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16, and from 8 to 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 17, at Ford and Young Funeral Home in Perryville...
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Amie Holifield
(Obituary ~ 01/13/24)
PERRYVILLE -- Amie E. Holifield, 101, of Perryville died Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at her home. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at Ford and Young Funeral Home in Perryville. Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at the funeral home. Burial will be at York Chapel Cemetery in Longtown...
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Bill Haman
(Obituary ~ 01/13/24)
Mason William "Bill" Haman, 90, of Cape Girardeau went to be with his Heavenly Father Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. He was born Oct. 30, 1933, in Cape Girardeau to Elmer H.C. and Christine A. Minnich Haman. He and Jeanette Marcia Kinder were married on Dec. 26, 1958, in Cape Girardeau. She preceded him in death Oct. 30, 2014...
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Betty Graham
(Obituary ~ 01/13/24)
FESTUS -- Betty Lou Graham, 75, of Festus passed away Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, at Festus Manor Nursing Center in Festus. She was born Jan. 25, 1948, in Cape Girardeau, the daughter of Otto and Margaret Geiser Moore. Betty enjoyed going to casinos and reading books...
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The Missouri legislative session begins
(Column ~ 01/13/24)
Now that the 2024 legislative session has begun, I wanted to take a moment to say how honored I am to be your voice and conduit in state government. Our office works very hard to make sure our people are cared for all year long; it is of utmost importance to me. During session, I will also be working on policy changes that better the lives of all Missourians...
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