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Road work in Perry County
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
Route CC in Perry County closes for culvert replacements Route CC in Perry County, between Route T and County Road 718 near Silver Lake, Missouri, will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace multiple culverts under the roadway. According to a MoDOT news release, the work will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily Wednesday through Friday...
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Pickup truck stolen overnight from Cape business
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
A truck reported stolen overnight from a Cape Girardeau business was found abandoned Wednesday just north of Chaffee, Missouri. According to Sgt. Joey Hann of the Cape Girardeau Police Department, at 8:03 a.m. Thursday, officers responded to Plants Plus, 910 S. Kingshighway, for a report of a stolen vehicle. The victim told officers he had left a black 2006 Chevrolet 2500 pickup truck in the parking lot overnight and it was missing...
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Minor injuries reported in wreck at Mount Auburn, Themis intersection
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
Minor injuries were reported in a two-vehicle wreck Thursday evening at the intersection of North Mount Auburn Road and Themis Street. According Sgt. Brad Neels of the Cape Girardeau Police Department, the occupants of one of the vehicles were taken to a hospital to treat minor injuries. It's unknown how many people were involved at this time...
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Scott County assessment lists deadline March 1
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
BENTON, Mo. -- Scott County's 2021 personal property assessment lists have been mailed to county residents who have until March 1 to return them to the county assessor's office to avoid penalty. Anyone who owns personal property who has moved within the county must notify the assessor's office by calling (573) 545-3535 to report a new address, according to Scott County Assessor Teresa Houchin...
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Annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Missouri set for Feb. 6
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
The 15th annual Polar Plunge is set to take place Feb. 6 at the Cape County North Park Lake and will be hosted by the Cape Girardeau Police Department. People from the Southeast Missouri area who are 10 or older are invited to don costumes and swimwear to plunge into the lake to raise money for the training and competition costs of the 1,100 Special Olympics Missouri athletes in the area...
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Vehicle crashes into Jones Drug Store, none injured
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
No one was injured Wednesday afternoon after an elderly woman crashed her vehicle through the front entrance of Jones Drug Store in Jackson. According to Lt. Alex Broch of the Jackson Police Department, the woman had a possible medical issue causing her to crash into the front of the building. She wasn't injured, but was taken to a hospital as a precaution...
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SEMO Arts Council adjusts to COVID, pursues kids' festival alternative
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
In response to the ongoing pandemic, the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri has canceled the 21st annual Children's Art Festival for 2021. The not-for-profit, founded in 1961, will instead hold its first "artKIDtechs" Members' Show from Feb. 5 to 27...
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Sikeston man arrested in alleged stabbing on Cape LaCroix Trail
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
A Sikeston man arrested Thursday evening by Cape Girardeau police in connection with a stabbing on Cape LaCroix Trail. Joshua J. May, 35, was arrested on charges of second-degree assault and armed criminal action for allegedly stabbing a woman on Cape LaCroix Trail near the 1300 block of Mount Auburn Road...
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Cape County commissioners pledge $10k to community college needs analysis survey
(Local News ~ 01/22/21)
Cape Girardeau County commissioners approved the use of $10,000 from the capital improvement fund to go toward a needs analysis survey for a proposed community college in the Cape Girardeau area. Rich Payne, chairman of the Committee for Affordable Technical Education, said the committee has already raised $80,000 of the $98,375 needed to fund a needs analysis survey to create the 13th community college in Missouri...
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Be a Bookworm: 7 Books for 2021
(01/22/21)
Jess Clayton from Jackson, Missouri, has always been a reader. As an only child raised by a single mother who grew up without a television in the home, Clayton learned from a young age how to dive head-first into other worlds. At the time, those alternative worlds had her solving mysteries with Nancy Drew or living the farm life with Laura Ingalls Wilder...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
Today is Friday, Jan. 22, the 22nd day of 2021. There are 343 days left in the year. Today's Highlights in History: On Jan. 22, 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court, in its Roe v. Wade decision, declared a nationwide constitutional right to abortion. Former President Lyndon B. Johnson died at his Texas ranch at age 64...
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Freedom of speech slipping away
(Column ~ 01/22/21)
As the new Biden-Harris administration assumes power, the most basic American freedom of speech and expression is under unprecedented threat. For the first time ever, I am concerned about my freedom to do my work, to run a policy institute addressing issues of culture, race and poverty from a conservative perspective...
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Joe Biden wrong on Keystone XL pipeline
(Column ~ 01/22/21)
Poor Justin Trudeau. The Canadian prime minister must have been relieved to be done with President Donald Trump, only to learn that Joe Biden plans to tell Canada to pound sand as one of his first priorities. Biden canceled the Keystone XL pipeline immediately, a pointless and economically destructive gesture meant to appease his party's climate fanatics...
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Our prayers for the new administration
(Editorial ~ 01/22/21)
On Wednesday, Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th president of the United States. His vice president, Kamala Harris, was sworn in as well: the first woman to serve in this role. Campaigns for president are expected to be vigorous. And debate is a hallmark of our republic. This year was no exception. But like elections before, it's time to move forward with our new leadership...
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COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues with new groups now eligible
(Editorial ~ 01/22/21)
Public rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine has begun in our area. With strong interest, several area organizations are working to get individuals scheduled and vaccinated as soon as possible. And by most accounts, the local process has been smooth. Health care workers and nursing home residents were first in line as part of Phase 1A. ...
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Virus test clinic planned at state Capitol
(State News ~ 01/22/21)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri legislative leaders said Thursday they are planning to open a rapid COVID-19 testing clinic inside the Capitol building, after the annual session began with an outbreak of the disease. The clinic, led by a nurse, would be open to lawmakers, staff and others who regularly work in the Capitol, such as lobbyists and journalists, said House Chief Clerk Dana Rademan Miller. She said it hopefully will open within the next couple weeks...
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Fern Schlimme
(Obituary ~ 01/22/21)
Fern Elizabeth Schlimme, age 98, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, at her home. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Ford and Sons Mount Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with the Pastor Debra Tracy officiating. Entombment will be at Cape County Memorial Park Mausoleum...
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William Keesee
(Obituary ~ 01/22/21)
William W. Keesee, 78, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, at his home with his loving family. He was born Oct. 13, 1942, in Cape Girardeau to Lawrence and Vivian McDaniel Keesee. He and Kathleen Ourth were married Oct. 26, 1963, at Mount Clemens, Michigan...
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Michael Garris
(Obituary ~ 01/22/21)
CROSSTOWN, Mo. -- Michael Garris, age 82, of Crosstown died Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, at a residence in Perryville, Missouri. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 6:30 to 10 a.m. Monday at Ford and Young Funeral Home in Perryville. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Bethlehem Baptist Cemetery in Crosstown...
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Gregory Gross
(Obituary ~ 01/22/21)
Gregory Scott Gross, 54, of Scott City passed away peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, at Southeast Hospital surrounded by his family. Greg was born March 6, 1966, in Cape Girardeau to Donald Eugene and Peggy Darlene Walker Gross, an only child. On Nov. 21, 1984, he married the love of his life, Kimberly Wickham...
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Behind those dancing robots, scientists had to bust a move
(Community ~ 01/22/21)
WALTHAM, Mass. -- The man who designed some of the world's most advanced dynamic robots was on a daunting mission: programming his creations to dance to the beat with a mix of fluid, explosive and expressive motions that are almost human. The results? Almost a year and half of choreography, simulation, programming and upgrades were capped by two days of filming to produce a video running at less than 3 minutes. ...
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French doctor who made Down discovery closer to sainthood
(International News ~ 01/22/21)
ROME -- The French doctor who discovered the genetic basis of Down syndrome but spent his career advocating against abortion as a result of prenatal diagnosis has taken his first major step to possible sainthood. Pope Francis on Thursday approved the "heroic virtues" of Dr. Jerome Lejeune, who lived from 1926 to 1994 and was particularly esteemed by St. John Paul II for his anti-abortion stance...
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Time, transparency needed as Biden inherits frazzled census
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
Battered by criticism the 2020 census was dangerously politicized by the Trump administration, the U.S. Census Bureau under a new Biden administration has the tall task of restoring confidence in the numbers that will be used to determine funding and political power...
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Democrats ask ethics panel to investigate Sens. Cruz, Hawley
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
WASHINGTON -- Seven Democratic senators on Thursday asked the Senate Ethics Committee to investigate the actions of Republican Sens. Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley "to fully understand their role" in the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump...
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Trump returns to a business empire ravaged by pandemic
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
NEW YORK -- Donald Trump is returning to a family business ravaged by pandemic shutdowns and restrictions, with revenue plunging more than 40% at his Doral golf property, his Washington hotel and both his Scottish resorts over the past year. Trump's 2020 financial disclosure released as he left office this week was just the latest bad news for his financial empire after banks, real estate brokerages and golf organizations announced they were cutting ties with his company following the storming of the Capitol this month by his political supporters.. ...
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McConnell seeks to push Trump impeachment trial to February
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
WASHINGTON -- Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is proposing to push back the start of Donald Trump's impeachment trial to February to give the former president time to prepare and review his case. House Democrats who voted to impeach Trump last week for inciting the deadly Jan. 6 Capitol riot have signaled they want to move quickly to trial as President Joe Biden begins his term, saying a full reckoning is necessary before the country -- and the Congress -- can move on...
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Biden proposes 5-year extension of nuke treaty with Russia
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
WASHINGTON -- President Joe Biden has proposed to Russia a five-year extension of a nuclear arms treaty that is otherwise set to expire in February, the White House said Thursday. Biden proposed the extension even as he asked the intelligence community to look closely into Russia's cyberattacks, its alleged interference in the 2020 election and other actions, press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters...
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EU leaders agree to keep borders open, want to limit travels
(International News ~ 01/22/21)
BRUSSELS -- European Union leaders agreed borders should remain open and assessed more measures to counter the spread of coronavirus variants during a video summit Thursday as the bloc's top disease control official said urgent action was needed to stave off a new wave of hospitalizations and deaths...
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Health experts blame rapid expansion for vaccine shortages
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
Public health experts Thursday blamed COVID-19 vaccine shortages around the U.S. in part on the Trump administration's push to get states to vastly expand their vaccination drives to reach the nation's estimated 54 million people age 65 and older. The push that began more than a week ago has not been accompanied by enough doses to meet demand, according to state and local officials, leading to frustration and confusion and limiting states' ability to attack the outbreak that has killed more than 400,000 Americans.. ...
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Biden signs burst of virus orders, vows 'Help is on the way'
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
WASHINGTON -- With a burst of executive orders, President Joe Biden served notice Thursday that America's war on COVID-19 is under new command, promising an anxious nation progress to reduce infections and lift the siege it has endured for nearly a year...
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Lilly: Antibody drug can prevent COVID-19 illness in nursing homes
(National News ~ 01/22/21)
INDIANAPOLIS -- Drugmaker Eli Lilly said Thursday its antibody drug can prevent COVID-19 illness in residents and staff of nursing homes and other long-term care locations. It's the first major study to show such a treatment may prevent illness in a group that has been devastated by the pandemic...
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Speak Out 1/22/21
(Speak Out ~ 01/22/21)
Over 50 courts ruled against any election fraud, including the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, but Josh Hawley chose to perpetuate Trump's Big Lie and argue he was simply "defending the Constitution" (read: grandstanding for Trump). Hawley has his defenders, but the majority of Missourians and many of his donors think he has crossed the Rubicon in his quest for raw political power. ...
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Prayer 1/22/21
(Prayer ~ 01/22/21)
O Lord Jesus, in all we say and do, may we be leaders of integrity. Amen.
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Out of the past: Jan. 22
(Out of the Past ~ 01/22/21)
Residents of Annwood Estates have no shortage of water pressure, and although water pressure of 125 pounds per square inch might be a little higher than recommended, most residents of the new subdivision aren't complaining; the new and improved water pressure occurred when Jackson put its new water tower on line in late December, causing minor problems for some residents and contractors building homes in the subdivision...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 1/22/21
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/22/21)
CAPE GIRARDEAU The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls. Jan. 20 n Medical assists were made at 10:43 a.m. on Notre Dame Drive; 12:55 p.m. on Howell Street; 5:34 p.m. on North Kingshighway; 7:18 p.m. on Cedar Lance; 8:37 p.m. on North Sprigg Street; 10:40 p.m. on North Silver Springs Road; 10:41 p.m. on North Silver Springs Road...
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Cape Girardeau police report 1/22/21
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/22/21)
CAPE GIRARDEAU The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Assault n Assault was reported. Theft n Shoplifting was reported in the 500 block of Siemers Drive. Miscellaneous n Drug violation was reported in the 800 block of William Street...
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Jesus' Birthday Party
(Submitted Story ~ 01/22/21)
Whose birthday is December 25? Why of course that special day belongs to Jesus. Everyone likes a party to celebrate, so Guardian Angel students and staff of Oran threw Jesus a birthday party in the cafeteria on December 15. At a party with cake and presents (for the adopted family), the students and staff traded for prayer partners, played some special games, and ate delicious cake made by Hannah Priggel. Everyone enjoyed themselves, as they prepared to wish "Happy Birthday Jesus"!!...
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The Bulletin Boards of Christmas at Guardian Angel School
(Submitted Story ~ 01/22/21)
Guardian Angel School hallways were lined with some very cute bulletin boards for the Christmas season. The pre-k door was decorated with a Whoville fireplace and the bulletin board had the arm of the Grinch and a tilting tree. Next to the board were some very cute Grinches made by the pre-k students...
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