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Rams encounter little resistance on way back to volleyball final four
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
PIEDMONT, Mo. -- The Scott City volleyball team could have traveled to Clearwater High School on Saturday and played OK, all right, average, pretty well, not all that great or anywhere in between and the result almost certainly would have been the same...
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Science events draws more than 170 children
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
Budding scientists took control of Southeast Missouri State University's laboratories Friday for the university's Halloween Science Night. "We were interested in children imagining themselves as scientists, and Halloween is the time when children dress up and pretend. It seemed the perfect time to get them to pretend they were scientists and see what scientists do," said chemistry instructor Dr. Marcus Bond...
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Challenges loom for Jay Knudtson's successor as Cape mayor
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
When Cape Girardeau selects its 44th person to serve as mayor in April, he or she will find a city doing better financially than many in the region but with pressing issues requiring action over the four-year term. So far, two candidates -- former councilman Matt Hopkins and two-time candidate Walter White -- have said they want the job and filed petitions with the 50 required signatures needed to be on the ballot. ...
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Notre Dame upsets De Soto on way to volleyball final four
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
DE SOTO, Mo. -- After it ran onto the court before Saturday's Class 3 sectional match, Notre Dame's girls volleyball team huddled and yelled in unison, "All for one and one for all." Three hours later, its play echoed that rallying cry when it used teamwork to overcome a late five-point deficit and defeat Rosati-Kain in the Class 3 state quarterfinal, earning a spot in the final four...
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Halloween
(Submitted Photo ~ 11/01/09)
My nephew Canyon dressed up as a cop on Halloween, you gotta love this expression!
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Blackjack with a black Witch on Halloween
(Submitted Photo ~ 11/01/09)
Blackjack fits in perfectly on this Halloween evening with his mistress Tara. With his shiny black coat he needs no costume.
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FOSTERING HOPE
(Submitted Story ~ 11/01/09)
November 7th and 8th PETCO at 266 Seimers Drive in Cape Girardeau Missouri will host FOSTERING HOPE, an educational seminar and workshop for all area animal welfare organizations. This workshop is open to the public and will be the first of its kind. ...
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Too Cute to be a Badd Fairy
(Submitted Photo ~ 11/01/09)
Zoe, 5, decided to be a badd fairy for Halloween, but way too cute to pull it off!
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Random Act of Kindness
(Submitted Story ~ 11/01/09)
While having lunch last Tuesday (rainy Tuesday) at Popeye's in Cape, an older lady, who uses a walker, was preparing to leave. She had no raincoat and no way to hold an umbrella. I looked up to see a Popeye's worker-Lonnie-walk her to her car carrying an umbrella for her. If you know Lonnie, or see him at work, please let him know how much you appreciate his selfless gesture...
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sad day, beautiful day
(Submitted Photo ~ 11/01/09)
10/31/09
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Limbaugh, Obama adviser trade barbs on Sunday morning talk shows
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
WASHINGTON -- From his home and on a friendly network, Rush Limbaugh lobbed pot shots across the airwaves Sunday at President Barack Obama -- "immature, inexperienced, in over his head," offering the country "radical leadership" and laying siege to the economy...
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St. Jude's Mission Project
(Submitted Story ~ 11/01/09)
The second grade class at Cape Christian School is doing a mission project to raise money for St. Jude's Childrens Research Hospital. The class has one student in their class that has Pre B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. A parent of one of the students will be running the St. ...
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Suspects face additional charges in Cape Girardeau murder
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
The two men accused of murder in the Cape Girardeau deaths of a woman and her son early Tuesday will also face attempted arson charges, Cape Girardeau County Prosecuting Attorney Morley Swingle said today. Ryan T. Patterson, 28, and Samuel R. "Ray Ray" Hughes, 25, will be charged with felony attempted arson for bringing a full can of gasoline with them when they went to 1224 N. ...
- Flooding closes some schools, roads; Mississippi River expected to crest well above flood stage (Local News ~ 11/01/09)
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Perryville demolition company faces penalties over lack of asbestos inspection
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- A Perryville demolition company faces possible civil penalties following a Missouri Air Conservation Commission vote to seek legal action by Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster. The commission sent the case to Koster during a meeting Thursday in Jefferson City, Mo. ...
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Begemann - Hobeck
(Wedding ~ 11/01/09)
Kayla Lynn Begemann and Spencer Anthony Hobeck were married March 21, 2009, at Emanuel United Church of Christ in Jackson. The Rev. Samuel Roethemeyer performed the ceremony. Organist and pianist was Christy Shinn of Jackson, and soloist was Meredith Lape of St. Louis...
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Diebold - Berkbigler
(Engagement ~ 11/01/09)
Rick and Sarah Ross of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Layne Diebold, to Mark David Berkbigler. He is the son of Tom and Kathy Berkbigler of Cape Girardeau. Diebold is also the daughter of the late James Diebold. Diebold is a 2001 graduate of Notre Dame Regional High School. She received a doctor of pharmacy degree from St. Louis College of Pharmacy in 2007. She is a pharmacist at Schnucks...
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Watson - Townsend
(Engagement ~ 11/01/09)
Lanny and Monique Watson of Holcomb, Mo., announce the engagement of their daughter, Diana Jo Watson, to Jeremiah David Townsend, both of Scott City. He is the son of Jon and Tonyua Townsend of Cape Girardeau. Watson is a 2005 graduate of Holcomb High School. She received a bachelor of science degree in business administration from Southeast Missouri State University in 2008. She is an accountant with Hillin and Clark, PC...
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Horrell - 50 Years
(Anniversary ~ 11/01/09)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. Larry Horrell of Chaffee recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends. Their children hosted a dinner and reception Oct. 10, 2009, at Chaffee Elks Lodge. Horrell and Mary Ziegler were married Oct. 10, 1959, at St. Denis Catholic Church in Benton, Mo., by the Rev. Donnelly...
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Francis - 55 Years
(Anniversary ~ 11/01/09)
Mr. and Mrs. E. Dewayne Francis of Jackson celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary with a dinner Sept. 4, 2009. Francis and Glenda Barks were married Sept. 4, 1954. He is pastor of Southside Baptist Church. They have two children, Steven and Terri Francis of Fredericktown, Mo., and Deana and Jerry Myracle of Jackson. They have four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren...
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Edwards - 25 Years
(Anniversary ~ 11/01/09)
GALE, Ill. -- Gene and Diana Edwards of Gale recently celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with their family. The couple was married Oct. 20, 1984, at First Assembly of God Church in Cape Girardeau, by the late Rev. Keith Grahams. ...
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Nagel - 50 Years
(Anniversary ~ 11/01/09)
Arnold and Sandy Nagel of Jackson celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Sept. 26, 2009, with a dinner for family and friends at Mollies Cafe and Bar in Cape Girardeau. The couple was married Sept. 26, 1959, at Trinity Lutheran Church in East St. Louis, Ill...
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Marberry - 70 Years
(Anniversary ~ 11/01/09)
Mr. and Mrs. Howard Marberry of Cape Girardeau celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary Oct. 21, 2009, at Chateau Girardeau, with a party hosted by their children. Marberry and Vera Hensley were married Oct. 21, 1939, in Cape Girardeau, by Justice Gus Schultz...
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Griffith - 49 Years
(Anniversary ~ 11/01/09)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. William "Bill" Griffith Sr. of Chaffee recently celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary. Griffith and Karen Fay Moore were married Oct. 15, 1960, in Cairo, Ill. The couple resided in Irving, Texas, during their working years where they raised their family. After retiring they moved to Chaffee to be near her mother and sister...
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Credits need legislative review
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/01/09)
State Sen. Jason G. Crowell, who represents the 27th District in the Missouri Senate, sent this letter to statewide elected officials and to members of the Missouri General Assembly. Looking at the state's current fiscal situation, it is my opinion that the General Assembly should provide itself with as many options as possible as we begin to make the tough decisions inherent in our state budget. ...
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Getting together
(Editorial ~ 11/01/09)
One of the best things about living in Cape Girardeau is the connection many residents have with each other. They see each other at church, while volunteering, on their jobs and at the schools attended by their children. Organized events also bring neighbors together. Last month, several of these get-togethers occurred on the same weekend:...
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A teacher's influence
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/01/09)
The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri's Otto Dingeldein Award, recently given to Mike Dumey, was a well-deserved tribute. Mike's positive influence on his many students, especially the love of musical theater, cannot be measured. A teacher who had the biggest single influence on my life passed away this week in Baton Rouge, La. ...
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Speak Out 11/1/09
(Speak Out ~ 11/01/09)
Holidays and mail; Medicaid request; Missing vaccine; Great show; Illinois corruption; Bureaucracy at work; Headlights on; Considerate mowers; Proud of team; Bus concerns; Public smoking; Poor examples
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Keep the momentum going
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/01/09)
As a cancer caregiver and advocate, I know that our nation's current health care system does not work well for many people with cancer. Cancer patients are often denied coverage or find that the cost of coverage is far beyond their means. One in four cancer patients has delayed necessary care due to cost, according to a recent poll from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network...
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How safe is your airline?
(Column ~ 11/01/09)
By Rudy Maxa The Daily Beast Almost 11 years ago, somewhere over Canada, a small fire began in the ceiling of Swissair Flight 111 near the cockpit's rear wall. Seventeen minutes after the crew determined the fire was a serious problem and radioed a distress message, the plane plummeted into the ocean, disintegrating and immediately killing all 229 on board...
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Home matters
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
Editor's note: This is the ninth in a series of stories with an introduction from Nancy Jernigan at the United Way highlighting volunteers and agencies who are active in or funded by the United Way of Southeast Missouri. To get involved, visit the United Way online at www.unitedwayofsemo.org, at its offices at 430A Broadway or by phone at 334-9634....
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Season of color
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
If people stop to smell the roses in spring, then fall is the time they stop and see the leaves. Provided last week's rain hasn't blown all the leaves off the trees, this week will be the perfect -- and possibly last -- time to enjoy the colorful palette of fall...
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Becoming part of nature
(Column ~ 11/01/09)
A walk through the woods can sometimes bring you into close contact with interesting man-made things. I believe these man-made things can be relevant and offer powerful and interesting photo opportunities. In this case I was directed by a friendly lady to get a closer look at an old, long-abandoned schoolhouse. ...
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Prayer 11/1/09
(Prayer ~ 11/01/09)
Give us grace, O God, to follow the examples of all your blessed saints. Amen.
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Navy promotes Cape Girardeau native
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
Brian Renaud, a quartermaster in the U.S. Navy, recently achieved the appointment of chief petty officer. The appointment carries with it the obligation that he will exercise increased authority, willingly accept greater responsibility and strive toward the valued ideal of service with honor. Renaud is the son of John Renaud of Cape Girardeau and Theresa Renaud of St. Louis, and the grandson of Cordelia Conn and Catherine Renaud, both of Charleston, Mo...
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Insurance agent Jeff Owens earns award
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
Jeff Owens, an Allstate Insurance agent, recently earned the Agency Hands in the Community award from Allstate for his commitment to community service through volunteer work in the local community. Owens, who operates in Jackson, received $500 from the company to donate to the Muscular Dystrophy Association where he volunteers...
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School menus
(Menus ~ 11/01/09)
Nov. 2-6 Cape Girardeau Elementary MONDAY--Corn dog or turkey & cheese on bun, candied carrots, mixed fruit cup, vanilla wafers. TUESDAY--Crispito with nacho cheese sauce or ham & cheese on bun, corn, pears. WEDNESDAY--Breaded pork chop with gravy or turkey & cheese on bun, whipped potatoes & gravy, hot roll, cinnamon applesauce...
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Efforts benefit three charities
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
Efforts benefit three charities The J.C. Penney Salon in Cape Girardeau has combined its efforts with the J.C. Penney retail store to raise money for two charities. The salon needed to clean out a stock room and decided to sell some of the products to employees to raise money for the United Way. ...
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Fire report 11/1/09
(Police/Fire Report ~ 11/01/09)
Cape Girardeau Firefighters responded to the following calls Wednesday: Firefighters responded to the following calls Thursday: Firefighters responded to the following calls Friday: Firefighters responded to the following calls Saturday: Jackson Firefighters responded to the following calls Friday:...
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Police report 11/1/09
(Police/Fire Report ~ 11/01/09)
Cape Girardeau: DWIs; Arrests; Summonses; Burglary; Theft; Miscellaneous; Jackson: Arrest; Thefts; Miscellaneous; Cape Girardeau County: DWI; Arrests
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William Eastwood Jr.
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
CRESTWOOD, Mo. -- William E. "Bill" Eastwood, Jr., 83, of Crestwood died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009 at his home. He was born Aug. 12, 1926, in Cape Girardeau to William Earl and Lillie Reed Eastwood Sr. Mr. Eastwood was a veteran of World War II, serving as a merchant seaman, and a veteran of the Korean War serving in the Army...
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Ralph Thorpe
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
Ralph S. Thorpe, 93, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009, at Chateau Girardeau Health Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born July 23, 1916, in Oblong, Ill., to J.R. and Della Siler Thorpe. He graduated from grade school and high school in Oblong and from the University of Illinois in 1938. In 1940 he received a master's degree from Penn State University...
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William Ogle
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
William Thomas Ogle, 85, of Cape Girardeau died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born Oct. 8, 1924, in Big Piney, Mo., to Dorsey and Mabel Derry Ogle. He and Betty Jane Reinbold were married July 24, 1948, at East St. Louis, Ill...
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Ervin LeGrand
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
KELSO, Mo. -- Ervin Stephen LeGrand, 84, of Kelso died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born Dec. 31, 1924, in Chaffee, Mo., son of Michael Samuel and Frieda Katherine Koelzer LeGrand. He and Gertrude Grace Scherer were married Aug. 7, 1945, in Kelso. She preceded him in death Aug. 7, 1996...
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Margot Atwood
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
Margot Atwood, 88, of Cape Girardeau died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the Lutheran Home. She was born Dec. 21, 1920, in Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, to Nicholas Bernard and Cecelia Gertrude Topf Theobald. She and William H. Atwood were married Aug. 19, 1944, at Chicago. He died Nov. 8, 1984...
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Robert Fuller
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
ANNA, Ill. -- Mr. Robert "Bob" Franklin Fuller, 80, of Anna, formerly of Cape Girardeau, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at the City Care Center in Anna. He was born Nov. 30, 1928, at Cobden, Ill., the son of Robart Franklin and Virgie Mae Verble Fuller. He was married to Betty Lou Carlile, who preceded him in death March 24, 1993. He later was married to Norma McCann on April 11, 1999...
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Wesley Boie
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
ANNA, Ill. -- Wesley L. "Wes" Boie, 73, of Anna died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at his home. There will be no visitation or funeral, and burial will be private. Rendleman and Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro, Ill., is in charge of arrangements...
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Larry Henderson
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
CAIRO, Ill. -- Larry D. Henderson, 61, of Cairo died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009, at his home in Cairo. The funeral and burial will be private and conducted at a later date. Barkett Funeral Home in Cairo is in charge of arrangements.
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Frank Estep
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Frank Lee Estep, 52, of Chaffee died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau.
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Aline Hess
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
Aline Marie Hess, 78, of Delta went peacefully to be with our heavenly Lord on Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, surrounded by her three loving children.
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Venus Frissell
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
STE. GENEVIEVE, Mo. -- Venus G. Frissell, 86, of Ste. Genevieve died Oct. 28, 2009 at Ste. Genevieve Care Center.
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Veda Scott
(Obituary ~ 11/01/09)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Veda E. Scott, 91, of Perryville died Oct. 29, 2009, at Independence Care Center of Perry County.
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Clarification 11/1/09
(Correction ~ 11/01/09)
n Friday's story about the salary commission should have said the raises approved go into effect only if the raises for all county employees are approved at the budget hearings. The potential raises the salary commission voted on for county office holders would go into effect in 2011...
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15 barges break free at St. Louis
(State News ~ 11/01/09)
ST. LOUIS -- A tow boat collided with a bridge Saturday, causing 15 barges to break free in the rain-swollen Mississippi River near downtown St. Louis. The U.S. Coast Guard said the coal-loaded barges were being towed on the river when the collision happened around 11:30 a.m...
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Jackson Board of Aldermen agenda
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
7:30 p.m. Monday Jackson City Hall Action Items Power and Light Committee Street Committee Study session 8 p.m. Discussion items ...
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Cape Girardeau City Council agenda
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
7 p.m. Monday City hall 401 Independence St. Action Items Public Hearings Consent ordinances New ordinances Resolutions Liquor licenses Other...
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Cats up for adoption
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
Clover is 4 years old. She is spayed and declawed. For more information, contact the Humane Society at 334-5837...
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Man stole ferret by shoving it down his pants
(National News ~ 11/01/09)
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. -- It's one thing for shoplifters to hide plunder in their pants. But a live ferret? Police say a homeless man in north Florida did just that. And he made it out the door before being challenged. Rodney Bolton, 38, is charged with theft over the $129 animal that police say he took from a pet store in Jacksonville Beach...
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Arrest made in fire at chapel for 9/11 victims
(National News ~ 11/01/09)
NEW YORK -- A man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of setting a small fire at the temporary home for the remains of thousands of World Trade Center victims, police said. Police announced the arrest nearly 12 hours after the fire, which was set following a break-in. Charges against the 26-year-old were pending, police said...
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McPrank: 4 Utah teens cited for McDonald's rap
(National News ~ 11/01/09)
SALT LAKE CITY -- A rap by four teenagers at a McDonald's has gotten them a bad rap in one Utah city. The teens were cited by American Fork police last week for disorderly conduct after they rapped their order at a McDonald's drive-through. The teens said they were imitating a popular video on YouTube. They rapped their order, which begins with, "I need a double cheeseburger and hold the lettuce ..." once quickly before repeating it more slowly...
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Use what you already have
(Column ~ 11/01/09)
Whether it's diluting dish soap to get the last drops or using free samples, I use up items I have on hand before purchasing something new. This is a way of life in our household. With prices climbing, I'm happy to share a few reader-submitted tips for using what you already have or are doing without...
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Polenta hits the mainstream
(Column ~ 11/01/09)
When I was a child, nobody I knew had ever heard of polenta. Nobody outside of my northern Italian family, anyway. Essentially, it's cornmeal mush served with some kind of meat with a sauce. Then the world seemed to discover northern Italian cuisine, and polenta was suddenly on the fanciest menus, commanding astronomical prices. For home cooks, the dish took on a "this is a really big deal" quality, as it was rumored that polenta took hours of stirring over a hot pot...
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Out of the past 11/1/09
(Out of the Past ~ 11/01/09)
25 years ago: Nov. 1, 1984 Southeast Missouri State University is seeking two students to portray two historical ceremonial figures -- Chief Sagamore and Otahki; outfits for the mascots have been provided by the University Foundation. The morning's heavy rains in Jackson cause flash flooding, closing a number of roads; Goose Creek along Old Cape Road is out of its banks at several places; roads around West Lane Elementary School are closed, as are others...
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Joshua Kezer praises pro bono work by lawyers
(Column ~ 11/01/09)
The day Josh Kezer was turned over to the Missouri Department of Corrections, four men bet cigarettes on how long it would be before he was raped or murdered. He survived, but lived in a violent environment while serving 15 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit...
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A broader definition of sainthood
(Column ~ 11/01/09)
"Keep a good grip on it." That's one of my favorite lines from the 1966 film "A Man for All Seasons." Here's the prelude to that climactic phrase:Sir Thomas More: Why have I been summoned to this court? Lord High Judge: To answer to a charge of high treason...
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Even as time changes, we remain in God's care
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
In case you missed it, somewhere in the middle of the night you gained an hour of sleep. I'm not sure about you, but it seems to take me several weeks to physically adjust to the ending of daylight saving time. Sometimes the fall back seems more like a fall down...
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FYI 11/1/09
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
Registration open for annual Zoomday The second annual Hot Wheels Zoomday lets children ages 4 to 10 come out for snacks and prizes as they race their favorite and fastest Hot Wheels race car on specially built racetracks from the Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Department. The races will be from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 14. Registration ends Nov. 9. Cost is $12 for residents; $15 for nonresidents. Call 339-6340 or e-mail swelter@cityofcapegirardeau.org for more information...
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Offensive woes prove costly for Redhawks football team
(College Sports ~ 11/01/09)
Southeast Missouri State's inability to consistently move the football on offense doomed the Redhawks' chances against Eastern Kentucky on Saturday. The Redhawks were limited to 245 yards of offense in their 20-6 loss in Richmond, Ky. Southeast fell to 1-7 overall and 0-6 in the Ohio Valley Conference as the Redhawks suffered their seventh straight loss...
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Southeast roundup: Redhawks volleyball now 10-15 with win over Tenn.-Martin
(College Sports ~ 11/01/09)
Reports on how Southeast teams did Friday and Saturday.
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Lesterville ends Bell City's season in volleyball quarters
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
BELL CITY, Mo. -- The Lesterville volleyball team wasn't even favored to win its district tournament. Yet the Bearcats are headed to the Class 1 final four after posting two comebacks victories Saturday at Bell City High School. Lesterville lost the first game in both its sectional and quarterfinal matches but rallied past Leopold 22-25, 25-20, 25-22 and Bell City 20-25, 25-22, 25-22...
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Scott City's sixth runner earns Rams trip to state meet
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
ST. LOUIS -- This was one time that Travis Schiwitz was glad that he did not calculate his numbers correctly. Schiwitz is a math teach at Scott City High School as well as the coach of the first-year Rams cross country team. Schiwitz was lamenting the fact that according to his preliminary numbers, his boys team just missed out on making it to the state meet...
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Saxony Lutheran girls place five in top 15 to claim district championship
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
The Saxony Lutheran girls spent Friday night dancing away at the school's Halloween dance. Coach Larry Cleair wasn't too worried about it. "It got over early," Cleair said. "I told them to have a good time but use your head. They're great kids so I wasn't too worried."...
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Blue Jays ride youth to boys cross country district crown
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
Oak Ridge didn't have the experience most teams would like heading into a district race. It didn't seem to phase the Blue Jays on Saturday. Freshman Ethan Seyer took second overall with a time of 19 minutes, 3 seconds to lead Oak Ridge to the Class 1 District 1 boys title at Jackson City Park. Oak Ridge will compete in the Class 1 boys race at 9:40 a.m. Saturday at Oak Hills Golf Center in Jefferson City, Mo...
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Jackson season ends with two-game loss to Cor Jesu in volleyball sectional
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
KIRKWOOD, Mo. -- Playing on a sectional stage for the first time since 2002, and on Halloween no less, the Jackson Indians volleyball team appeared a bit spooked Saturday at Kirkwood High School. The Indians saw their season end with a two-game loss to Cor Jesu as the Chargers rolled into the Class 4 quarterfinals with a 25-8, 25-15 victory...
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Bulldogs boys cross country runners earn trip to state meet
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
Notre Dame found itself in familiar territory Saturday, but there was a different runner atop the Bulldogs' leaderboard. Ryan Johnson ran to a second-place finish to help the Notre Dame boys team qualify for the state cross country meet. The Bulldogs took second at the Class 3 District 1 meet in Farmington, Mo...
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Jackson girls cross country runners earn trip to state meet
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
Andrea Talley was a little nervous that her team might not make it through Saturday's Class 4 Sectional 1 meet. Her nerves were calmed when the final results were announced. The Indians placed fourth, good enough to send the team to state. "We knew with a healthy squad we had the potential to win it, or finish eighth," Talley said. "The caliber is so high at this level, one runner going down is the difference. This is considered the hardest sectional in the state."...
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Scott City volleyball team refuses to join list of upsets
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
PIEDMONT, Mo. -- Scott City setter Jordan McFall's mouth was wide open, her eyes big as if the shock was setting in for the first time. "Oh. My. God. Our faces we're all, 'Ahh,'" she said, dropping her jaw. "It was crazy." McFall wasn't talking about either or her team's victories Saturday at Clearwater High School. She wasn't talking about a return to the final four or anything else related to the Rams' play...
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Leopold coach laments missed chances in volleyball sectional
(High School Sports ~ 11/01/09)
BELL CITY, Mo. -- Leopold volleyball coach Sandy Davis didn't want to detract from the play of a strong Lesterville team. But Davis thought her squad failed to perform up to its ability. The result was a tight three-game Class 1 sectional loss Saturday at Bell City High School...
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Cape Girardeau mayors since 1843
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
The following men have served as Cape Girardeau mayors since 1843, when city was incorporated:E. Mason, 1843-1844 G.W. Juden, 1844-1845 E. Mason, 1845-1846 Thomas Johnston, 1846-1849 P.H. Davis, 1849-1851 Alfred T. Lacey, 1851-1852 Thomas Baldwin, 1852-1853...
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Nixon visits Three Rivers to discuss job training
(Local News ~ 11/01/09)
Gov. Jay Nixon visited Three Rivers Community College as part of a recent tour seeking to identify ways the state can invest in putting Missourians back to work quickly through vocational and technical training. "We're not going to cut our way out of the recession, we're going to build our way out," said Nixon during a roundtable discussion with area education and business leaders Friday...
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From the Pulpit: 'All I do'
(Community ~ 11/01/09)
The Rev. Timothy Wade Lee first came to the Pentecostal church at age 17 in North Carolina. After that service, he changed his ways and joined the church. He spent many years holding revivals -- including one at The Apostolic Promise Church in Cape Girardeau. Now, at 40, Lee has been the pastor at The Apostolic Promise Church for six years. Being a pastor "is all I do," Lee said...
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