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Cape Girardeau County communications tower removed
(Local News ~ 09/12/22)
A 140-foot communications tower is dismantled Wednesday from the site of the old Cape Girardeau County Courthouse in Jackson by a crew from ARCO Towers & Construction of Jonesboro, Arkansas. ...
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Historic figure visits Cape Girardeau
(Local News ~ 09/12/22)
Curt and Lena Fields, as Ulysses S. Grant and his wife, Julia, attend Friday’s kickoff of a Grant exhibit at Kellerman Foundation for Historical Preservation in Cape Girardeau. ...
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Sub-$3 gas in Cape Girardeau County
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Gas under $3 per gallon was seen last week for the first time in many months in Cape Girardeau County, as the Co-Op Service Center, 506 E. Washington St. in Jackson, dropped its price Saturday to $2.99. n Cape Girardeau: $3.15 to $3.39 n Jackson: $2.99 to $3.19...
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SEMO Short Stays — filling a rental niche
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Success in business sometimes turns on finding an unserved gap in a market and finding a way to fill it. Amber Kimbrell, a real estate broker saleswoman with eXp Realty and a 2007 Jackson High School graduate, said she believes her family-owned business, SEMO Short Stays LLC, is addressing such a niche...
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Leadership Cape 2022 presentations lean toward sports
(Local News ~ 09/12/22)
Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce's First Friday Coffee featured the 2022 Leadership Cape class, and more than half of the presentations made at Century Casino Cape Girardeau's Event Center were sports-themed. Leadership Cape, founded by the Chamber in 1985, annually presents visionary project ideas before Chamber members...
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Monty the python at home among Alma Schrader fourth graders
(Local News ~ 09/12/22)
There was a python wrapped around their teacher's neck Thursday morning, but the fourth graders at Alma Schrader Elementary School in Cape Girardeau were not concerned. After two weeks of school, they'd all grown used to having Monty, a ball python, in their classroom...
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Cape County shows lower September revenue; inflation on 'pause,' SEMO economist says
(Local News ~ 09/12/22)
Cape Girardeau County Treasurer Roger Hudson, in reporting Thursday on September monies collected by the state Department of Revenue, noted the county's four tax fund balances — general revenue, Proposition 1, Law Enforcement/Public Safety Tax and use tax — are all down from the same month one year ago...
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Puxico Homecoming: Home is where the dance is
(09/12/22)
For the past 75 years, on the second Tuesday in August, the Puxico, Mo., VFW Homecoming kicks off a week-long event, bringing more than 10,000 people to the town with a population of 871. As is typical of small-town festivals, the week-long slate of events includes beauty pageants, baby contests, carnival rides and games, a church service, 5K run, car show, live music and parade. However, what sets Puxico Homecoming apart from other festivals is the nightly square dancing...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
Today is Monday, Sept. 12, the 255th day of 2022. There are 110 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Sept. 12, 1977, South African Black student leader and anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko, 30, died while in police custody, triggering an international outcry...
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Prayer 9-12-22
(Prayer ~ 09/12/22)
Lord Jesus, may we be encouragers and pray for one another. Amen.
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Why music will always be my hype man
(Column ~ 09/12/22)
The other day, while listening to '90s radio on Pandora, I was transported back to a high school assembly, one meant to deliver doses of optimism and confidence to teens. The assembly was packed with stories of perseverance. I don't recall a single narrative, but what I do remember is the video montage set to the song "Hold On" by Wilson Phillips. It was 1990 and that song spoke to 14-year-old me in a way that I struggle to articulate...
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Things are not cool in California
(Column ~ 09/12/22)
In California, a historic heat wave has exposed yet again what big idiots the politicians in Sacramento are. To prevent daily rolling blackouts in Beverly Hills like the ones they have in places such as Ghana, Gov. Gavin Newsom has asked us to not use electricity between 4 and 9 p.m...
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Championing opportunity is winning strategy for Dems
(Column ~ 09/12/22)
Today's political parties lack ideas. The Republicans define themselves as opponents of Democrats. Yet many of the GOP economic policy positions resemble, with minor variations, those of Democrats. Meanwhile, the Democrats repeat the same simplistic refrain: "solve" every problem with more money and stricter regulations. How dreary and unproductive...
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SEMO District Fair makes return to Arena Park this week
(Editorial ~ 09/12/22)
The SEMO District Fair is one of Cape Girardeau's iconic events. The eight days of festivities are filled with food, rides, animals, vendors and grandstand entertainment. It's also a great place to see old friends as summer ends and a hint of fall weather makes its way into Southeast Missouri...
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Cape business licenses
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Business license applications have been received from the following: n Robert Palleja of St. Peters, Missouri, for Hot Sauce Werks, 107 William St., a retail hot sauce store. n Gerald W. Jones II of Cape Girardeau for A.G. Jones LLC, 45 N. Broadview St., for retail sales of flooring, cabinets and other construction materials...
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Chamber news
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting at noon today at Tailor Institute's new location at 528 Helena St. in Cape Girardeau. n Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce has two events this week: n Business After Hours will be 5 p.m. Tuesday at Heartland Custom Flooring, 211 N. Spring Ave. in Cape Girardeau...
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Jackson's JAMS wins award
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Jackson Audio Music Supply (JAMS) has been named a 2022 winner of the Knot Best of Weddings, a wedding industry recognition. The accolade, according to a news release, comes from reviews by wedded couples, their families and wedding guests. According to The Knot organization, 5% of wedding professionals received the honor...
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Saint Francis promotes Yvonna Pereira
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Yvonne Pereira, a Southeast Missouri State University graduate, has been named benefits manager in Saint Francis Healthcare System's human resources department. Pereira, who joined the hospital system in 2020, was promoted from HR development specialist...
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Denson named to Safe House board
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Donna Denson, donor relations and communications specialist at Saint Francis Foundation, has been named to the Safe House of Southeast Missouri Board of Directors. Safe House is a not-for-profit agency providing safe shelter and support services to adults and children who have experienced domestic violence, sexual or dating violence, or stalking...
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Jackson Chamber's Gerau named to officer position on state board
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Brian Gerau, Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce CEO, has been elected vice president to the Missouri Agriculture and Small Business Development Authority. According to a news release, MASBDA issues loans to ag-based industry in livestock, meat processing, dairy and ag startups...
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Rod Jetton returns to state government
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Rod Jetton, former Missouri House speaker and ex-Bollinger County commissioner, has returned to government service in Jefferson City. In 2011, after leaving the state House, Jetton was placed on probation after pleading guilty to misdemeanor assault...
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Hospital golf tourney benefits food charities
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Proceeds totaling more than $160,000 were raised as a result of the Aug. 19 Friends of Saint Francis golf tournament held at Dalhousie Golf Club in Cape Girardeau. Beneficiaries of the event include Clearwater Ministerial Alliance, Charleston Blue Jay Pantry, Tiger Bites Summer Feeding Program, Jefferson Backpack Program and Jackson R-2 Power Packs...
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Enterprise Bank expanding Southeast Missouri market, hires Janet Jansen
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
St. Louis-headquartered Enterprise Bank & Trust has announced Janet Jansen will lead the bank's expansion in Cape Girardeau and other future locations in Southeast Missouri. Jansen, who will serve as senior vice president, has more than two decades of industry experience...
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Mortgage rates continue rising
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Freddie Mac, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., said last week the 30-year fixed rate mortgage had climbed to 5.89%. It is the third consecutive week mortgage rates have risen. Realtor.com, a widely used industry resource, has announced an undisclosed number of layoffs are coming to the website, according to Inman News...
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Money musings
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Nerd Wallet, in a message sent Saturday to subscribers, suggested it may be too soon to suggest America is "nearing the top of inflation mountain," acknowledging consumer costs are seeing "some degree of moderation," but noted "substantial" price increases were seen for food, rent and utilities in August...
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SEMO econ prof on US and UK energy prices
(Business ~ 09/12/22)
Southeast Missouri State University economics professor David Yaskewich said Friday the reasons why the U.S. is faring better than the United Kingdom in terms of energy are not difficult to discern. British Prime Minister Liz Truss, who assumed the premiership last week just days before the death of Queen Elizabeth II, announced her government will cap domestic energy prices for U.K. ...
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'I cannot mourn': Former colonies conflicted over the queen
(International News ~ 09/12/22)
NAIROBI, Kenya -- Upon taking the throne in 1952, Queen Elizabeth II inherited millions of subjects around the world, many of them unwilling. Today, in the British Empire's former colonies, her death brings complicated feelings, including anger. Beyond official condolences praising the queen's longevity and service, there is some bitterness about the past in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and elsewhere. ...
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Rules issued for those wanting to pay respects to the queen
(International News ~ 09/12/22)
LONDON -- People wanting to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II as she lies in state at the Houses of Parliament in London need to be prepared for a long wait. The government has published guidelines for people wishing to file past the late queen's closed coffin as it lies in state at the Palace of Westminster from 5 p.m. ...
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With forests abound, Africa looks to grow its carbon market
(International News ~ 09/12/22)
MOMBASA, Kenya -- In villages dotted across the African continent, locals living in once-heavily forested regions are starting to find their land in high demand. In Kenya's Gazi Bay, arguably the continent's most famous mangrove restoration project, thousands of trees have been planted thanks to nearly a decade of concerted efforts to offset carbon dioxide released by faraway governments and companies seeking to improve their climate credentials. ...
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Aid for flood victims arrives in hard-hit Pakistani province
(International News ~ 09/12/22)
KARACHI, Pakistan -- Two more U.S. military planes loaded with tons of aid for Pakistanis affected by flooding from deadly monsoon rains landed Sunday in southern Sindh province, one of the worst-affected regions in the impoverished country. Saif Ullah, spokesman for the country's Civil Aviation Authority, said each plane was loaded with about 35 tons of relief aid that would be distributed in the province by the World Food Program. ...
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Visa, Mastercard, AmEx to start categorizing gun shop sales
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
NEW YORK -- Payment processor Visa Inc. said Saturday that it plans to start separately categorizing sales at gun shops, a major win for gun control advocates who say it will help better track suspicious surges of gun sales that could be a prelude to a mass shooting...
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Fighting bogus claims a growing priority in election offices
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
Election officials preparing for the rapidly approaching midterm elections have one more headache: trying to combat misinformation that sows distrust about voting and results while fueling vitriol aimed at rank-and-file election workers. Some states and counties are devoting more money or staff to a problem that has only grown more concerning since the 2020 presidential election and the false claims that it was marred by widespread fraud. ...
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EXPLAINER: 'Morning after pill' not always option after rape
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
MINNEAPOLIS -- Some leaders in states with strict abortion bans say exceptions for rape or incest victims aren't needed because emergency contraceptives can be used instead. But medical professionals and advocates for rape survivors say that while emergency contraception is a helpful tool, it's not always foolproof, and getting access to these emergency measures in the short time frame in which they would be effective may not be realistic for someone who has just been assaulted...
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Small nuke reactors emerge as energy option, but risks loom
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
NICOSIA, Cyprus -- A global search for alternative sources to Russian energy during the war in Ukraine has refocused attention on smaller, easier-to-build nuclear power stations, which proponents say could provide a cheaper, more efficient alternative to older model mega-plants...
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Weather helping, but threat from Western fires persists
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
FORESTHILL, Calif. -- Firefighters made progress against a huge Northern California wildfire that was still growing and threatening thousands of mountain homes on Sunday, while crews also battled major blazes that blanketed large swaths of Oregon and Washington in smoke...
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'Barbarian' is top film amid late-summer box office doldrums
(Entertainment ~ 09/12/22)
LOS ANGELES -- The horror film "Barbarian" won the weekend by bringing in $10 million, according to studio estimates Sunday, as the late-summer doldrums at the box office continued. Director Zach Cregger's debut from Disney's 20th Century Studios premiered at San Diego Comic-Con in July and opened Friday on 2,340 screens...
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The queen, as imagined — from punk rock to mystery novels
(Entertainment ~ 09/12/22)
In the spring of 2012, portrait artist Ralph Heimans stood on the Cosmati pavement of Westminster Abbey and awaited the subject of his latest commission, Queen Elizabeth II. When she approached, he says, it was an extraordinary moment. "She was wearing her Robe of State, with four footmen holding it, and as she came down the long corridor it was a very theatrical kind of entrance," Heimans said soon after he had learned that the queen had died Thursday at age 96...
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NerdWallet: 4 things you should know about working after you turn 65
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
Continuing to work past the traditional retirement age gives many the opportunity to add more money to their nest egg -- and delay Social Security, which will bump up their eventual benefits check. In May, 21.9% of Americans ages 65 and older were working, compared with 19.5% in May 2020, according to a study released in June by MagnifyMoney, which analyzed U.S. Census Bureau Household Pulse Survey data...
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Rents are starting to come down, but the trend may not hold
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
NEW YORK -- Rents are starting to come down after spiking to record levels this past summer, but experts are uncertain whether the slowdown will continue. Christopher Mayer, professor of real estate at Columbia Business School, said people looking for an apartment now might have a better experience than they did in May or June...
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As small businesses raise prices, some customers push back
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
NEW YORK -- Inflation isn't only costing small businesses money. It's costing them customers as well. At the Bushwick Grind Cafe in Brooklyn, New York, Kymme Williams-Davis has raised prices and switched to different types of goods to keep up with the rising costs of milk, coffee, paper goods and plastic, as well as shortages of items such as paper cups and plastic lids. She hasn't experienced anything like this since opening in 2015...
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Russia hits power stations after Ukraine counteroffensive
(International News ~ 09/12/22)
KYIV, Ukraine -- Russia attacked power stations and other infrastructure Sunday, causing widespread outages across Ukraine as Kyiv's forces pressed a swift counteroffensive that has driven Moscow's troops from swaths of territory it had occupied in the northeast...
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Queen Elizabeth II's coffin takes long road through Scotland
(International News ~ 09/12/22)
EDINBURGH, Scotland -- In a somber, regal procession, Queen Elizabeth II's flag-draped coffin was driven slowly through the Scottish countryside Sunday from her beloved Balmoral Castle to the Scottish capital of Edinburgh. Mourners packed city streets and highway bridges or lined rural roads with cars and tractors to take part in a historic goodbye to the monarch who had reigned for 70 years...
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9/11 attacks reverberate as US marks 21st anniversary
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
NEW YORK -- Americans remembered 9/11 on Sunday with tear-choked tributes and pleas to "never forget," 21 years after the deadliest terror attack on U.S. soil. The loss still felt immediate to Bonita Mentis, who wore a necklace with a photo of her slain sister, Shevonne Mentis...
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Out of the past: Sept. 12
(Out of the Past ~ 09/12/22)
The Cape Girardeau Board of Education yesterday approved a "clean, simple, economical" design for a new elementary school; a groundbreaking for the school at the northeast corner of Bertling and Sprigg Streets may be held in October; the facility was designed by architect Thomas Holshouser...
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Poppies
(Submitted Story ~ 09/12/22)
The American Legion Auxiliary of Cape Girardeau would like to thank everyone who helped with our Poppy Day collections, especially all the generous people who donated to show their support of our veterans. All donations go directly to veterans and are greatly appreciated. Thank you...
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Conservative college's curriculum gets foothold in S. Dakota
(National News ~ 09/12/22)
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- A few days before middle school teacher Shaun Nielsen joined a work group to develop South Dakota's social studies standards, he got a thick package in the mail. Sent from Hillsdale, Michigan, home to a conservative private college enjoying outsize influence among top Republicans, it contained materials that would ultimately form what the state's public schools students could be expected to learn about American history and civics...
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