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Hannibal officials weigh smoking ban
(State News ~ 11/14/11)
HANNIBAL, Mo. (AP) -- Hannibal could become the latest Missouri town to ban smoking in public places. The Quincy Herald-Whig (http://bit.ly/vhKKKK ) reports that councilman Richard Draper is proposing a ballot measure that would prohibit smoking in all indoor public places and in city vehicles. The council will consider the measure Tuesday...
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Full service resumes at Dorena-Hickman ferry
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
DORENA, Mo. -- Winds have died down enough to return the ferry between Missouri and Kentucky to its normal, full schedule. Monday afternoon the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said in a news release that the Mississippi River ferry was resuming full operations.
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Cardinals choose Matheny as next manager
(Professional Sports ~ 11/14/11)
ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis Cardinals are replacing a manager who's third on the career victory list with a man who'll be writing his first lineup card on opening day. Mike Matheny, a former catcher with the Cardinals who had been a minor league instructor, will be introduced as Tony La Russa's successor at a news conference today...
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Analysis: Missouri's debate over dog breeding continues
(State News ~ 11/14/11)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Debate over Missouri's dog breeding industry and the regulations governing it has weaved through the ballot box, the floors of the state House and Senate and the state Department of Agriculture. And the discussion is not done yet...
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911 surcharge might be on Missouri ballot
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
Backers of a law that will place surcharges on cellphones for 911 locator services are dismayed at the prospect of it again going on a statewide ballot, while local leaders have been progressing in getting the services and would like to see the charges passed somehow...
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Scott County search unit training new dogs
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
BENTON, Mo. -- When German shepherd puppies Kitt and Kaden sniffed their way around Marshia Morton's farm in Benton on Sunday afternoon, they did more than explore the property and spar with barn cats. Both 12 weeks old, Kitt and Kaden are two of seven puppies being trained by the Scott County Search and Rescue K9 Unit to find cadavers and live people during missing persons searches. Volunteers run the unit, which has assisted in searches in Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Oklahoma and Florida...
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Mosquitoes in Butler County test positive for West Nile virus
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. -- Mosquitoes that tested positive for the West Nile virus have been found in Poplar Bluff, according to the Butler County Health Department. Officials said that even though cooler temperatures have moved into the area, residents should still be cautious...
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State House Candidate Announces Common Sense Jobs
(Submitted Story ~ 11/14/11)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact Charles Huey November 11th, 2011 State House Candidate Announces Common Sense Jobs creating bill. Arnold, MO- Charles Huey Democrat Candidate for Missouri State House Announced his job act known as the Missouri Workers First Jobs Act on Friday Afternoon in a town hall form...
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Tickets Still Available for Buck Trent Appearance
(Submitted Story ~ 11/14/11)
Tickets are still available to see two-time Country Music Association's Instrumentalist of the Year Buck Trent when he performs with The Heartland Pops in their 2011 Christmas Show on Sun. Dec. 11 at 2:00P.M. at Cape Central Junior High School. Buck is very familiar because of his many years on "Hee-Haw","The Porter Wagoner Show","The Roy Clark Show", and in addition to his appearing and recording with almost every major country music star. ...
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Concert raises funds for Southeast Missouri Music Academy
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
The Southeast Missouri Music Academy presented its 12th annual Standing Ovation concert Sunday at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus. The concert was followed by a reception and auction at the Venue, 80 S Plaza Way, with proceeds going to support the Music Academy. This year, the concert and auction raised more than $2,500 for the Academy was raised...
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Officers in Charleston shooting placed on leave
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
CHARLESTON, Mo. -- The officers involved in the Tuesday fatal shooting of a Charleston man have been placed on paid administrative leave. The law enforcement officers were placed on leave pending the outcome of the investigation of the death of Murry Lee Asberry, 34, who was fatally shot while confronting them with a knife...
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Huge boulders Fruitland
(Submitted Photo ~ 11/14/11)
These huge boulders came out of the field next to our house. There are some the bulldozer can not even budge.
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Elvis aka Dante Marlowe Lopez
(Submitted Photo ~ 11/14/11)
Dante made the perfect Elvis for Halloween. The costume was made by mom and grandma.
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Historic Cape Girardeau house may become modern classroom
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
The building that Cape Girardeau's miller called home in the mid-1800s may soon be a lab for students interested in preserving historic landmarks. James Reynolds operated a steam-powered flour mill that extended over the Mississippi River just north of Broadway and had built what is now known as the Reynolds House at 623 N. Main St. in 1857...
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Cape Girardeau Dentist, Dr. Ross Bennett, Named Outstanding New Dental Leader
(Submitted Story ~ 11/14/11)
Dr. Ross Bennett, a general dentist in Cape Girardeau, received the Outstanding New Dental Leader Award at the 2011 Missouri Dental Association (MDA) House of Delegates, November 4. He was recognized for his various service and leadership as a 'New Dentist' -- one who has practiced less than 10 years...
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Tornado watch in effect for Southeast Missouri, Southern Illinois
(Local News ~ 11/14/11)
The National Weather Service this afternoon issued a tornado warning for Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois. The watch remains in effect until 10 p.m. Missouri counties include: BOLLINGER BUTLER CAPE GIRARDEAU CARTER IRON MADISON...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 11/14/11)
Today is Monday, Nov. 14, the 318th day of 2011. There are 47 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Nov. 14, 1851, Herman Melville's novel "Moby-Dick; Or, The Whale" was first published in the United States. On this date:...
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Irvin Garms
(Editorial ~ 11/14/11)
Cape Girardeau businessman Irvin Garms, 96, died Oct. 28. The longtime member of our community had a distinguished career, one that was built on hard work and an entrepreneurial spirit. With humble beginnings, Garms' first job outside his family's farm was watering mules. A few years later he was hired by Reginald Basil (R.B.) Potashnick. This opportunity was a major step for him professionally...
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Jacque Waller coverage
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/14/11)
I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your continued coverage in the Jacque Waller case. Jacque is a co-worker of mine. I live in Springfield, Mo., and stumbled across your page by doing a search of local newspapers in the Cape Girardeau area, and thus far your website is the only one I can find that provides constant coverage...
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No benefits for illegals
(Letter to the Editor ~ 11/14/11)
Dear Homeland Security, You all have outdone yourselves this time through lack of intelligence. You are making legal U.S. citizens produce either a birth certificate or a passport or visa to renew our driver's licenses. I was born in Florida in 1968. ...
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Speak Out 11/14/11
(Speak Out ~ 11/14/11)
IF I had a teen age 14 or older, I would encourage them to go see "Sarah's Key." If you can't read, you won't want to see it because it is a foreign film and you must read it. In this age where everything seems to be action or general silliness, this is a movie that is much like Anne Frank, although I do believe this is just fiction. Our youths need to be reminded of how terrible this world can be and was at one time and that we must never let it happen again...
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Prayer 11/14/11
(Prayer ~ 11/14/11)
With grateful hearts, we sing praises to you, O Lord Jesus, the King of Kings. Amen.
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Kurdish government, ExxonMobil ink oil search deal
(National News ~ 11/14/11)
SULAIMANIYAH, Iraq -- The Kurdish regional government has signed a deal with ExxonMobil to explore oil fields in northern Iraq, Kurdish officials said Sunday, putting them in sharp conflict with Iraq's national government. The government in Baghdad wants to control all energy contracts signed in Iraq. With the deal, ExxonMobil becomes the first major oil company to do business in the Kurdish region in defiance of the central government's wishes...
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Monti vows to quickly form next Italian government
(National News ~ 11/14/11)
ROME -- Italy's new premier-designate economist Mario Monti says he will get to work quickly to try to form a new government, assuring the nation that it can heal its disastrous finances. Monti told reporters Sunday night he will carry out the task "with a great sense of responsibility and service toward this nation." He added that Italy must "heal its finances" and resume growth because today's leaders owe it to future generations...
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WIN! conference brought together women business owners for an inspirational gathering
(Business ~ 11/14/11)
Women business owners say they were encouraged by the words of the speakers and each other's success stories during the Women Inspiring eNtrepreneurship, or WIN! conference, Saturday at Southeast Missouri State University. "The reason we want to have an event like this is we know women business owners are very busy and don't have a lot of time to meet other women doing the same thing they do because they're so busy in their shops or with their family life, so we want to give them a chance to be inspired and find camaraderie with other women," said event organizer Gina Harper, project coordinator at The Douglas C. ...
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People on the Move 11/14/11
(Business ~ 11/14/11)
Dawn E. Dauer has been appointed community bank president for The Bank of Missouri in Cape Girardeau, replacing Maurice Sandfort, who will retire at the end of the year. His retirement concludes a 47-year banking career which began in St. Charles, Mo. ...
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New generation of music central to Occupy protest
(Entertainment ~ 11/14/11)
NEW YORK -- The sound of insistent drumming bounces off the sides of nearby office towers announcing the location of the Occupy Wall Street home base long before its inhabitants are otherwise seen or heard. Turn a corner in Zuccotti Park and you're likely to run into a drum circle or find someone strumming a guitar. Maybe it's an amateur trying to keep spirits up, or it could be the real deal -- recording artists such as David Crosby and Graham Nash...
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Big River to launch free Wi-Fi spots in 7 cities
(Business ~ 11/14/11)
Big River Broadband is launching free Wi-Fi hot spots in seven Southeast Missouri cities. Its first Hot Spot Site Launch kick off was held in Farmington, Mo., last week, and it will host similar events, today at Sirros Restaurant in Ste. Genevieve, Mo., Tuesday at Tractor's Classic American Grill in Perryville, Mo., Wednesday at Pastimes Antiques in Cape Girardeau, Thursday at Tractor's Classic American Grill in Jackson, Friday at the Madison County Chamber of Commerce in Fredericktown, Mo., and on Nov. ...
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Redhawks flash potential in loss to Missouri
(Sports Column ~ 11/14/11)
If fans of the Southeast Missouri State men's basketball team thought the sky had fallen after last Monday's exhibition loss to Division II Harding, at least they should be encouraged by Friday's season opener. Sure, it was a loss, 83-68 at 25th-ranked Missouri, but the Redhawks looked infinitely better than they did against Harding...
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Rams benefit from Browns' ineptness, win 13-12
(Professional Sports ~ 11/14/11)
CLEVELAND -- The St. Louis Rams thought they were finished, a gallant attempt falling a little short. And then, the Cleveland Browns snapped. Phil Dawson missed a 22-yard field goal with 2 minutes, 13 seconds left after the snap from center hit a teammate's foot and bounced back to the holder, allowing the Rams to escape with a 13-12 win despite a rash of key injuries...
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Southeast Missouri State football player Peiffer named OVC defensive player of the week after 18-tackle performance
(College Sports ~ 11/14/11)
Southeast Missouri State junior linebacker Blake Peiffer was named the Ohio Valley Conference defensive player of the week Sunday. The honor marks the first for Peiffer. Peiffer, a Jackson High School graduate, had 19 tackles in Saturday's 22-21 loss to Jacksonville State. The 19 tackles tied a single-game OVC high this year and marked the 10th-highest total in the Football Championship Subdivision this season...
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Southeast Missouri State men's basketball team will host Harris-Stowe tonight
(College Sports ~ 11/14/11)
The Southeast men open their regular season home schedule against Harris-Stowe
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Saint Louis uses 24-0 run against Southeast Missouri State women's basketball team in 54-45 win
(College Sports ~ 11/14/11)
The Southeast Missouri State women's basketball team was much more competitive in its second game under first-year coach Ty Margenthaler. But the result was the same for the Redhawks, who fell to 0-2 with Sunday's 54-45 loss at Saint Louis University...
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Obama: Iran sanctions have ‘enormous bite'
(National News ~ 11/14/11)
KAPOLEI, Hawaii -- President Barack Obama said economic sanctions against Iran to contain Tehran's nuclear ambitions have "enormous bite," and he will consult with other nations on additional steps to ensure that Iran does not acquire an atomic weapon...
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GOP co-chair: Debt talks a ‘roller-coaster ride'
(National News ~ 11/14/11)
WASHINGTON -- The Republican co-chairman of a committee in charge of slashing the nation's deficit on Sunday called deliberations a "roller-coaster ride" and gave no indication that a deal could be struck before the panel's Thanksgiving deadline...
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Cape Girardeau police report 11/14/11
(Police/Fire Report ~ 11/14/11)
Cape Girardeau The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrest do no imply guilt DWI Arrests Theft...
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Anna Glastetter
(Obituary ~ 11/14/11)
Anna Louise Glastetter, 97, of New Hamburg, Mo., died Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, at the Life Care Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born Feb. 14, 1914, in New Hamburg, the daughter, and one of 10 children, of Joe and Sophie Gosche Westrich. She married Bernard "Barney" Glastetter on March 5, 1935, at New Hamburg. He preceded her in death on May 15, 1989...
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Winstead Morgan
(Obituary ~ 11/14/11)
Winstead W. Morgan, 86, of Jonesboro, Ill., died Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro with the Rev. Randy Morgan officiating. Interment will be in Jonesboro Cemetery...
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Michael Gateley
(Obituary ~ 11/14/11)
Michael Gateley, 63, of Gravel Hill, Mo., passed away Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011, at his home. Arrangements are incomplete at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson.
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Bill Boner
(Obituary ~ 11/14/11)
Bill Boner, 83, died at Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, at Cobden Rehab and Nursing Center in Cobden, Ill. Arrangements are incomplete at Crain Funeral Home in Anna, Ill.
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Irene Sadler
(Obituary ~ 11/14/11)
Irene Sadler, 72, of Benton, Mo., died Saturday Nov. 12, 2011, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Arrangements are incomplete at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Scott City.
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Out of the past 11/14/11
(Out of the Past ~ 11/14/11)
Opposition from the International Union of Operating Engineers has apparently demolished plans for the National Guard clean-out of Cape LaCroix Creek here and Heeb Creek in Chaffee, Mo.; the union opposes the projects because they would take away jobs needed by union members...
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Jackson police and fire report 11/14/11
(Police/Fire Report ~ 11/14/11)
Jackson The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Miscellaneous Jackson Firefighters responded to the following calls Friday: Firefighters responded to the following calls Saturday:...
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U.S.-Russian crew blasts off for space station
(International News ~ 11/14/11)
MOSCOW -- A Russian spacecraft carrying an American and two Russians blasted off successfully Monday from the Kazakh steppes on a mission to the International Space Station. The Soyuz TMA-22 lifted off as scheduled at 8:14 a.m. local time Monday from the snow-covered Russian-leased Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. It is carrying NASA astronaut Dan Burbank and Russians Anton Shkaplerov and Anatoly Ivanishin and is set to dock at the station Wednesday...
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Police move in on Portland park; protesters remain
(National News ~ 11/14/11)
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Several hundred protesters, some wearing goggles and gas masks, marched past authorities in a downtown street Sunday, hours after riot police forced Occupy Portland demonstrators out of a pair of weeks-old encampments in nearby parks...
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High Street Station Vera Bradley
(Submitted Promo ~ 11/14/11)
Silver white winters and stockings that bring a few of our merriest, most favorite things... which of course includes Vera Bradley. We now feature a full line of Vera Bradley products including holiday-ready styles and colors for Winter 2011. High Street Station...
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High Street Station Mariana Jewelry
(Submitted Promo ~ 11/14/11)
Because... Everyone needs a Guardian Angel. This vintage-inspired "Guardian Angel" pendant necklace makes the perfect gift for that special someone. The necklace comes in a variety of jewel-tone colors with an embossed angel on the reverse side. High Street Station...
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High Street Station Kameleon Jewelry
(Submitted Promo ~ 11/14/11)
'Tis the Season to Decorate Yourself. Express your individuality with KameleonJewelry -- the sterling silver jewelry system with interchangeable JewelPops. The line includes rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces with over 300 JewelPops in a myriad of colors and styles...
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High Street Station DaVinci Beads
(Submitted Promo ~ 11/14/11)
Create your own masterpiece with Davinci Beads. Each bead is a small work of art handcrafted in the European-style, and made of the highest quality materials for a price that everyone can afford. All beads and charms are $6.99 each. Buy 4 and get 1 FREE...
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High Street Station Tyler Candles
(Submitted Promo ~ 11/14/11)
Experience the difference of Tyler Candles. Their unique blend of fragrances and fun names like High Maintenance, Diva and Girly Girl make these candles a fan favorite. Just in time for the holidays, the "Glamour Refillable Faux Flame Perfumer" -- a battery operated fragrance candle with perfume refills...
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