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Analysis: Cape Girardeau casino would be best for state revenue
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
A market analysis prepared for a casino company operating in two Missouri cities found that Cape Girardeau is the location with the best chance of producing new revenue for the state without taking business away from other operators. Ameristar Casinos Inc., which operates in St. ...
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Woman given probation for forging community college transcript
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
A Malden, Mo., woman who tried to gain acceptance to Southeast Missouri State University last fall with a fake transcript will not be booked into the prison system. Danielle M. Feagin, 22, who pleaded guilty to felony forgery April 12, was sentenced Monday to three years of supervised probation by Circuit Court Judge Benjamin F. Lewis.
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Prayer 5/25/10
(Prayer ~ 05/25/10)
Inspire those who hold positition of authority to act wisely and with justice. Amen.
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Roar of the Wild
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
One of the many beautiful pastel drawings on the sidewalk around the lake 2010 Arts Cape at Capaha Park on Saturday May 22nd.
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Making Art
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
Miranda Schusler making beautiful art with glue, shells and beads at the 2010 Arts Cape at Capaha Park on Saturday May 22.
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Blacksmiths
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
Blacksmiths at the 2010 Arts Cape at Capaha Park on Saturday May 22nd.
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Man helps rescue victims from suspicious apartment fire
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
Investigators have ruled a fire that caused moderate damage to a Cape Girardeau apartment building early Monday morning as suspicious. Cape Girardeau Fire Department crews responded to a fire at Village on the Green apartments, 7 Village Drive, shortly after 5 a.m....
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Man in his 70s injured in tractor accident near Fruitland
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
A man in his 70s was injured when he was pinned under a tractor on private property off County Road 553 near Fruitland. Authorities weren't releasing the man's name or the severity of his injuries early Monday evening.
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VNA Staff Recognized at Annual Home Care Awards
(Submitted Story ~ 05/25/10)
The Annual Missouri Alliance for Home Care Awards Banquet was held in Lake of the Ozarks at Tan Tar A Resort on April 26 2010. The Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast Missouri was privileged to have three staff member recognized for outstanding service from among hundreds of nominations across the state. ...
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Atheist activist says state funds for Bald Knob Cross are unconstitutional
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
ALTO PASS, Ill. -- A Chicago-area atheist activist today will ask the Friends of the Bald Knob Cross to return $25,000 in state and local tax money the group has received to restore the 111-foot Christian symbol. Rob Sherman, a retired radio talk show host who successfully challenged Illinois' Moment of Silence law and is currently suing to block $2.3 billion in state spending for religious-oriented groups, said the state and local contributions violate the Illinois Constitution...
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VonAmp Performs at the Bel Air in Cape on 5/26/10
(Submitted Story ~ 05/25/10)
On Wednesday May 26th, VonAmp will take the stage at the Bel Air Grill in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. This event is open to ALL AGES. The show starts at 8:30 p.m. FREE ADMISSION. Food and drinks are available. Who is VonAmp? VonAmp is a band that delivers a phenomenal classic rock experience, performing songs with bigger-than-life characters and stories. ...
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Ridge View
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
Looking north on Hickory Ridge part of the original Bloomfield Road
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Rams run out of steam
(High School Sports ~ 05/25/10)
The Scott City baseball team saw its season end with a 2-0, eight-inning loss to host Crystal City in a Class 2 sectional at West City Park.
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Repairs close sections of Route PP, Route W
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
* Route PP in Stoddard County will be closed while MoDOT crews replace a drainage pipe beneath the roadway between County Road 249 and County Road 263. Weather permitting, the work will take place from 8:30 a.m to 3 p.m. today...
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Shuttle Atlantis closes in on 120 million miles
(National News ~ 05/25/10)
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Space shuttle Atlantis closed in on the 120 million-mile mark as its final voyage neared an end and astronauts inspected their ship in advance of Wednesday's landing. The laborious survey was carried out Monday using a newly repaired instrument that scanned Atlantis' wings and nose for damage. NASA saved the inspection until the shuttle was flying free of the International Space Station...
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Columbia city council endorses IBM project
(State News ~ 05/25/10)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- One week after city leaders hailed an incentive-laden effort to lure IBM and hundreds of new jobs to town, the project easily passed its first hurdle Monday night. The seven-member Columbia City Council voted unanimously to buy an abandoned office building for $3.05 million. Starting in November, IBM will rent the building for $1 a year over 10 years, with a five-year renewal option...
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St. Louis becoming major player in chess
(State News ~ 05/25/10)
ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis may be known as a baseball town, but the Gateway City is quickly becoming a major player in another sport: Chess. St. Louis is currently hosting the two-week tournament that will decide the U.S. chess championship. The city's increasing importance in the chess world is largely due to development of the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of St. Louis, founded three years ago by retired businessman and philanthropist Rex Sinquefield...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 5/25/10
(Police/Fire Report ~ 05/25/10)
Cape Girardeau Firefighters responded to the following calls Sunday:...
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Cape Girardeau police report 5/25/10
(Police/Fire Report ~ 05/25/10)
Cape Girardeau The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. DWI Arrests Summonses Assaults Thefts Burglary Property damage Miscellaneous...
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Michael Zimmer
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
Michael James Zimmer, 25, of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, May 22, 2010, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. He was born Feb. 28, 1985, in Cape Girardeau, to James and Lori Morgan Zimmer. Growing up, Michael's love was always playing sports but he chose to play football and the sport he was most passionate about, basketball, in high school. He was the starting tight end and a member of the basketball team for Central High School throughout his high school career...
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Louis Roberts
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
ORAN, Mo. -- Louis William Roberts, 87, of Oran died Monday, May 24, 2010, at Jackson Manor in Jackson. He was born Aug. 5, 1922, in Pascola, Mo., to George W. and Sinia F. Hughes Roberts. He married Pearl L. Weaver June 12, 1940, in Jaywye, Mo. She preceded him in death Feb. 20, 2007...
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Mary Kasten
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
Mary Louise Kasten, 76, of Tilsit passed away Sunday, May 23, 2010, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was born Oct. 19, 1933, in Inglewood, Calif., daughter of Vernon and Erma Sander Oberndorfer. She and Harold Lee Kasten were married June 2, 1957, at Zion United Methodist Church in Gordonville...
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Correction: Rotary club meeting
(Correction ~ 05/25/10)
n The calendar on page 2 of the Monday Southeast Missourian should have listed the Rotary Club's meeting as taking place at the Show Me Center. The Southeast Missourian regrets the error.
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Marie Held
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
ANNA, Ill.-- Marie Elaine Held, 96, of Anna died Sunday, May 23, 2010, at Union County Hospital in Anna. She was born Dec. 25, 1913, in McClure, Ill., daughter of James Aud and Ola May Cleaver Rogers. Marie married August "Gus" Held on April 2, 1934, in Anna. He preceded her in death in 1981...
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Rick Laird
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
Rick D. Laird, 58, of Jackson died Saturday, May 22, 2010, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. He was born March 26, 1952, in Cape Girardeau, to Richard "Dick" and Mary Deneke Laird. He was a graduate of Jackson High School. He was a registered nurse more than 20 years, specializing in ICU care...
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Sarah Eye
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
Sarah Jean Eye, 53, of Cape Girardeau died Friday, May 21, 2010, at her home. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to service time Wednesday at Crain Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Ronald Knapp officiating...
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Kenneth Spurlock
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
ANNA, Ill. -- Kenneth Spurlock, 78, of Anna died Monday, May 24, 2010, at his home. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to service time Thursday at Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Anna. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with Paul Tirey officiating. Burial will be in Anna Cemetery with military honors provided by Carroll P. Foster VFW Post 3455 of Anna and Illinois National Guard Honors Team...
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Howard Ashcraft
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
ADVANCE, Mo. -- Howard M. Ashcraft, 88, of Advance died Friday, May 21, 2010, at his home. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Army. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to service time Wednesday at Morgan Funeral Chapel. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel. Burial will be in Morgan Memorial Park with full military rites...
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Delbert White
(Obituary ~ 05/25/10)
ADVANCE, Mo. -- Delbert Edison White, 79, of Advance died Sunday, May 23, 2010, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Morgan Funeral Chapel...
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Out of the past 5/25/10
(Out of the Past ~ 05/25/10)
The municipal pool at Central High School in Cape Girardeau opens, and will remain open throughout the summer; the Capaha Park pool should open some time in June. Construction is progressing on a new building for Bargain Hound at 851 S. Kingshighway; when completed, the business will be moved from its current location at 2228 Bloomfield Road...
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Britain bans doctor who linked autism to vaccine
(International News ~ 05/25/10)
LONDON -- The doctor whose research linking autism and the vaccine for measles, mumps and rubella influenced millions of parents to refuse the shot for their children was banned Monday from practicing medicine in his native Britain. Dr. Andrew Wakefield's 1998 study was discredited -- but vaccination rates have never fully recovered and he continues to enjoy a vocal following...
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Israel plans to ease restrictions on travel within the West Bank
(International News ~ 05/25/10)
RAMALLAH, West Bank -- Israel's military announced Monday it plans to further ease restrictions on Palestinian travel in the West Bank, delivering what appeared to be a first in a series of gestures requested by the U.S. as part of renewed peace talks...
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Brittany Murphy's husband found dead
(Entertainment ~ 05/25/10)
LOS ANGELES -- The husband of Brittany Murphy was found dead late Sunday at the Los Angeles home he shared with the late actress, police said. The preliminary cause of British screenwriter Simon Monjack's death is natural causes, police spokesman Sgt. Louie Lozano said. Another spokesman, Sgt. Alex Ortiz, said there were no signs of foul play or any criminal activity...
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FBI reports Crime rates down for third year
(National News ~ 05/25/10)
WASHINGTON -- Crime in the United States dropped dramatically in 2009, bucking a historical trend that links rising crime rates to economic woes. Property crimes and violent offenses each declined about 5 percent, the FBI said Monday, citing reports from law enforcement coast to coast...
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The world briefly 5/25/10
(National News ~ 05/25/10)
WASHINGTON -- The Obama administration on Monday announced plans for two major military exercises off the Korean peninsula in a show of force aimed at North Korea, which has been blamed by investigators for a deadly torpedo attack on a South Korean warship. ...
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Former restaurateur makes court appearance on bad check, sales tax charges
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
A Cape Girardeau County man charged with writing a bad check and failure to pay sales taxes from receipts at his now-defunct diner was told to come back to court in July at a hearing today. Robert Steers appeared before Judge Benjamin Lewis to schedule a date for another appearance in court. Steers is scheduled to appear for a hearing on July 12, which could include setting a date for a jury trial, according to assistant prosecuting attorney Angel Woodruff...
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Area digest 5/25/10
(Community Sports ~ 05/25/10)
Hannah Kinder, a Central graduate, was named one of the captains for the women's swimming team at Texas A&M University. Kinder, who won the state title in the 100 and 200 freestyles during her senior year at Central, was the Aggies' No. 3 entry in the 200 and 500 freestyles this past season...
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Lohse likely headed to DL
(Professional Sports ~ 05/25/10)
ST. LOUIS -- Cardinals pitcher Kyle Lohse underwent an MRI exam of his right forearm that revealed inflammation but no structural damage. Lohse was on the St. Louis team flight to San Diego on Monday but said he didn't expect to make his next scheduled start, which would be Friday in Chicago against the Cubs...
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Pujols shakes off talk of offensive struggles
(Professional Sports ~ 05/25/10)
ST. LOUIS -- Albert Pujols has no RBIs in nine games and he's just a few more towering pop ups or infield choppers from having his average drop below .300. No wonder the frustration is showing at times for a player who always has made production look easy...
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Jackson police report 5/25/10
(Police/Fire Report ~ 05/25/10)
Jackson The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Theft Miscellaneous...
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Southeast names Ewasko gymnastics coach
(College Sports ~ 05/25/10)
Southeast Missouri State removed the interim tag from women's gymnastics coach Kristi Ewasko's title. The university announced Monday that Ewasko has been named the Redhawks' coach after serving as their interim coach this past season. Ewasko was hired following a national search...
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Jackson School Board agenda 5/25/10
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
7 p.m. today Board office, 614 E. Adams St. Adoption of agenda Introduction of guests Recognition Approval of minutes Finance Public comments Action items Information items Executive session...
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Medicaid kids don't get exams
(State News ~ 05/25/10)
MIAMI -- Almost three-quarters of children on Medicaid in nine states are not getting all of their legally required medical, vision and hearing examinations, including immunizations, according to a new government study. The study, conducted by the U.S. ...
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Nature center
(Editorial ~ 05/25/10)
One of Cape Girardeau's assets for residents and visitors alike is the Conservation Nature Center in the Cape County Park North. The center, which is operated by the Missouri Department of Conservation adjacent to the department's regional headquarters, recently marked its fifth anniversary...
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Heart group backs video games in obesity campaign
(Community ~ 05/25/10)
NEW YORK -- Talk about strange bedfellows. The American Heart Association and Nintendo Co. are teaming up to promote the popular Wii video game console, as the health advocacy group concedes that its campaign for traditional exercise isn't working...
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Push through the last battle of the bulge
(Community ~ 05/25/10)
Connie lost 52 pounds over the last eight months, and she's got 38 wiggly ones to go. Until now, everything's been great. After a lifetime of gimmicky starvation diets that never worked, Connie has seen the light, and it's not spelled l-i-t-e. This time, she used her b-r-a-i-n...
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Here are the facts about Jay Purcell
(Column ~ 05/25/10)
By Gerald W. Jones The people of Cape Girardeau should be outraged and highly insulted by the lack of work and representation of the District 2 Cape Girardeau County Commissioner Jay Purcell. These are the facts: Purcell is paid $67,661 plus benefits that include insurance, car, cell phone, laptop computer etc. He does not work at any other county-related business...
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Speak Out 5/25/10
(Speak Out ~ 05/25/10)
MY son has cheated on every test he took this year as well as on all his homework. The school found out about it and can prove it, and I know the school is right. So what is the solution? Should he be allowed to keep all his A's and go on as if nothing ever happened? If your answer is "no" and if you believe he should get F's for cheating and have to retake the classes, I agree with you. ...
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BP exec acknowledges public frustration
(National News ~ 05/25/10)
BARATARIA BAY, La. -- The BP executive in charge of fighting the Gulf of Mexico oil spill said Monday his company knows people are frustrated by its failure to plug the well that has been gushing for more than a month and is now spreading damage through Louisiana's wetlands...
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Mo. sets up conservation area database
(State News ~ 05/25/10)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Missouri Conservation Department wants to help vacationers find good places for outdoor activities. The agency has created a searchable database it's calling the Conservation Atlas that includes 900 state conservation areas, lake and river access points, visitor centers and shooting ranges...
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Commissioners OK bid for equipment
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
The Cape Girardeau County Commission approved bids on highway department rental equipment and replacement of cylinders in the Jackson courthouse elevator during its meeting Monday. Fabick Equipment of Scott City won the bid for rental of soil stabilizer that will mix material for replacement of pavement primarily on County Road 422. The rental was approved for two weeks...
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Nell Holcomb School
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
Nell Holcomb School 6th Grade A Honor Roll 6th grade: Rachel Juhlin, Taylor Shivelbine, Will Shivelbine, Forrest Smith, Taylor Smith. 7th grade: Brandi Bertrand, Riley Duncan, Jeremiah Halter, Ryan May, Ali Norder, Abbie Sinn. 8th grade: Julie Bollinger, Kadie Orenstein, Dylan Wachter...
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Chaffee Elementary School
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
Chaffee Elementary School 3rd grade: Kaleb Ballard, Mackenzie Barger, Shana Burden, Cameron Eichhorn, Trenton Gramlisch, Madeline Hendrix, Olivia Horrell, Collin Jackson, Carlie Milz, Max Noble, Kari Pepple, Sidney Schrum, Trey Stevens, Bridgette Swinford, Landon Tenkhoff, Sydney Walker, Brianna Whitlock, Bailey Wiseman...
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Eagle Ridge Christian school
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
Eagle Ridge Christian School A Honor Roll Kindergarten: Lydia Blunt, Tabitha Blunt, Paige Brown, Demi Cantrell, Kylie Creech, Sydney Gartman, Kiley Hahs, Rachel Margrabe, Zoe Mayfield, Ashton Reed, Havynne Riley, Gabe Stout, Nicholas Wasilewski, Isabel Wissmiller...
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Oran Elementary School
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
Oran Elementary School A Honor Roll Third Grade 3rd grade: Ali Hornback, Avery Mitchem, Claire Ramsey, Madison Ramsey Calen Read, Dylan Shands, Jacob Shoemaker, Samuel Smith, Katelyn Streeter. 4th grade: Alexis Davis, Kamryn Graviett, Layne Johnson, Klayton Gosche, Mackenzie Graviett...
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Oran Junior & Senior High
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
Oran Junior & Senior High 12th grade: Bethany Asmus, Aaron Baker, Tori Caldwell, Megan Cook, Cassie Evans, Shelby Gebhardt, Dillon Glastetter, Sierra Greer, Taylor Irwin, Gabe Kielhofner, Mac McConnell, Austin Nenninger, Claire Seyer, Clayton Shoemaker, Shelby Unger, Brittany Ward...
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School is Out and Summertime Has Arrived!
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
With temperatures hovering near 90 the water in the Crooked Creek has warmed up enough for swimming for children and their canine companion!
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West Lane Elementary
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
West Lane Elementary A Honor Roll 3rd Grade: Luke Brady, Tyler Chaffin, Jasmine Clay, Maxwell Edwards, Ellie Foote, Cory Gaines, Matt Hamlett, Emily Hermann, Morgan Hiett, Matthew Higgins, Jessica Hobeck, Jessica Humphreys, Samantha Mansfield, Miranda Metje, Jordan Odom, Cameron Pagel, Haley Reed, Loralee Taylor, Rheabeckah Thompson, Elijah Trunzo, Julie Villalobos, Austin Wallace, Dinah Wahlers, Lillian Wendel, Gus Winchester...
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St, Mary Cathedral School
(Honor Roll ~ 05/25/10)
St. Mary Cathedral School A Honor Roll 4th grade: Lauren Boswell, Cole Emmenderfer, Caleb Farrow, Kassie Fluchel, Allie Givens, Jordan Goodson, McKenzie Goodson, Stephen Gullette, Vincent Landewee, Ashley Pittman, Zoe Pleimann, Samantha Snyder, Jayna Timpe, Hadeel Wadi, Kallie Yarbro...
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Two PHS Students Receive Award of Excellence
(Submitted Story ~ 05/25/10)
Two Perryville High School seniors were recently awarded with the Award of Excellence from the Missouri State High School Activities Association for their exemplary display of sportsmanship. They are Casey Brewer (left), daughter of Tim and Julie Brewer and Jason Thieret, son of David and Melissa Thieret. They are shown with PHS Athletic Director Jeff Steffens...
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Fifteen PES Students Receive President's Award
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
Fifteen fourth graders from Perryville Elementary School were recently awarded the President's Award for Educational Excellence. The purpose of the award is to recognize student academic success in the classroom. To be eligible for the President's Award of Educational Excellence, students must have received all A's or A-'s throughout the school year and scored at the 85th percentile on MAP test in communication arts or math. ...
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PHS Scribe Society Banquet
(Submitted Photo ~ 05/25/10)
The Perryville High School Scribe Society held its end-of-year banquet on May 18 at the Willow House Bed & Breakfast in Perryville. The event was sponsored by the Republic-Monitor Newspaper. Pictured are the attending authors who contributed to the 2010 issue of Imagine. ...
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Poplar Bluff School Board considers drug testing policy
(Local News ~ 05/25/10)
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo.--The Poplar Bluff School District may have a random drug testing policy before the start of the next school year, according to discussions Thursday night at the Board of Education's monthly meeting. Board members approved a request to form a committee to look at this possibility...
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