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McCaskill stops at Cape Girardeau business on energy tour
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill's stop in Cape Girardeau on Friday as part of a statewide tour covered her support for extending funding of highway infrastructure and discussion of energy production.
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Officials release mountain lion trapped in Reynolds County
(State News ~ 01/08/12)
CENTERVILLE, Mo. (AP) -- Missouri conservation officials have released a mountain lion that was trapped in the southeastern part of the state. The Department of Conservation says a Reynolds County commissioner reported snaring the 122-pound cat in a live trap he set on national forest land to catch bobcats, coyotes and raccoons...
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Central Middle School gets $90,000 grant
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
Cape Girardeau Central Middle School's Cub Club after-school program is expanding with a $90,000 grant awarded to the school from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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Cape area economic development group hosts annual luncheon
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
In 2011, the area's construction and manufacturing industries saw success as a result of partnerships celebrated Friday during Cape Girardeau Area Magnet's annual luncheon meeting. More than 100 local business leaders attended the event at the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center featuring presentations about Nordenia USA, Blair Box and Isle of Capri...
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Missouri Chamber president presents business legislative priorities at Cape appearance
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
Changes to workers' compensation law, tort reform and employment law reforms top the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry's lobbying agenda in the 2012 legislative session.
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Mo. firms missing job targets cited for state aid
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Over the past six years, businesses seeking state tax breaks have optimistically told Missouri officials that they plan to create thousands upon thousands of jobs. Most of those jobs have yet to materialize, and some never will...
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First forum on Cape school dress code to be Monday
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
Cape Girardeau Central Junior High School will host the first of two public forums over a proposed uniform policy for students Monday night. The forum will give the Cape Girardeau School District's dress code committee an opportunity to address topics related to the committee's proposal, said Carla Fee, junior high principal and chairwoman of the committee...
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Marble Hill teen injured in Saturday accident near Burfordville
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
A Marble Hill, Mo., teen was injured in a Saturday afternoon accident near Burfordville. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Heather Greable, 32, of Marble Hill was driving south on Route UU around 1 p.m. when she ran off the road, then overcorrected. The 2008 Mazda went off the road and struck three trees. Passenger Kyle Grable, 15, was taken to Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau with moderate injuries...
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$50,000 bid comes in for former federal building in Cape
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
With just a few days remaining, the online auction to sell Cape Girardeau's former federal building has drawn its second bid -- this one for $50,000.
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Southeast Missouri State men's basketball team falls from OVC unbeaten ranks at Eastern Kentucky
(College Sports ~ 01/08/12)
The Southeast Missouri State men's basketball lost at Eastern Kentucky 63-59 on Saturday.
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Clay Waller's attorney has until Feb. 7 to file appeal brief
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
A timeline has been set for Clay Waller's appeal of his five-year federal sentence for his Internet threatening conviction. Over the next month, the clerk at the federal courthouse in Cape Girardeau will turn over all pertinent files in the case, namely a transcript from the sentencing hearing and the presentence investigation report, to the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District in St. ...
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The Bill Emerson Bridge
(Submitted Photo ~ 01/08/12)
January 7, 2012
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The Louisiana Purchase
(Submitted Photo ~ 01/08/12)
Painting of The Louisiana Purchase of 1804 on the wall in downtown Cape Girardeau
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Sailing down the Mississippi River
(Submitted Photo ~ 01/08/12)
A barge going up the River
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Cape man rejects Bloomfield museum's offer after theft of exhibit
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
When Brad Phillips lent his 1864 Springfield rifled musket to the Stars and Stripes Museum in Bloomfield, Mo., in 2003, he said he did so to prevent it from getting stolen from his home. The museum guaranteed it would securely house the gun and that he could retrieve it anytime he desired, he said...
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Former Cape County auditor Macke remembered as highly involved in community
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
H. Weldon Macke spread his knowledge and friendships far and wide when he became Cape Girardeau County's auditor in 1968. That is because he was known as an honest and sincere person, said his sister, Dorothy Ann Ramsey. Years later, in 2007, Macke decided to use his 34 years in that role for a new venture: a run for a place on the county commission...
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Man faces charges of abusing infant in Mississippi County
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
CHARLESTON, Mo. -- A Wyatt, Mo., man is in jail on charges of abusing a baby. Jeffry Hemphill, 25, of Wyatt is scheduled to return to court Jan. 18 on two counts of abuse of a child, two counts of first-degree domestic assault and two counts of first-degree endangering the welfare of a child, according to Missouri Case.net...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 01/08/12)
Today is Sunday, Jan. 8, the eighth day of 2012. There are 358 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 8, 1982, American Telephone and Telegraph settled the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against it by agreeing to divest itself of the 22 Bell System companies...
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Pet of the Week
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Owner: Andrew Weiss Name: Kahlua Activity: Kahlua loves looking at the fire burning in the fireplace of her new home. ...
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Engelen - VanGennip
(Wedding ~ 01/08/12)
LEOPOLD, Mo. -- Kristina Susanne Engelen and Chad Michael VanGennip were married Oct. 9, 2010, at St. John's Catholic Church in Leopold. The Rev. William W. Hennecke performed the ceremony. Lectors were Tammy Vandeven and Jennifer Shore, sisters of the groom. Altar servers were Clayton and Josh Stoverink of Leopold, cousins of the groom...
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Harris - Voshage
(Engagement ~ 01/08/12)
Scott and Judy Harris of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Kayleigh Harris, to Shane Voshage. He is the son of Joe and Ruby Voshage of Jackson. Harris is a 2007 graduate of Jackson High School. She expects to receive a bachelor's degree in accounting from Southeast Missouri State University in May. She is employed by Delta Companies...
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Lutes - Sides
(Engagement ~ 01/08/12)
Retired Lt. Col. Jeffrey Lutes and Susan Lutes of Highland, Ill., announce the engagement of their daughter, Rebecca Elisabeth Lutes, to Brandon Mitchell Sides. He is the son of Robert and Bernadette Hill of Valles Mines, Mo., and Steven and Anna Sides of Ballwin, Mo...
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Bennett - Hardesty
(Engagement ~ 01/08/12)
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Bennett of Cape Girardeau announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Elyse Bennett, to Eric Brian Hardesty. He is the son of Daniel and Sandi Hardesty of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Elaine Hardesty of Memphis, Tenn. Bennett received a degree in marketing from Baylor University. She is a sales representative with Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc...
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LeGrand - Youngblood
(Engagement ~ 01/08/12)
BENTON, Mo. -- Timothy and Christy LeGrand of Benton announce the engagement of their daughter, Meredith LeGrand, to Jake Youngblood. He is the son of Mike and Donna Youngblood of Aiken, S.C. LeGrand received a master of health science in occupational therapy at Medical College of Georgia. She is employed at the VA Medical Center in Augusta, Ga...
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Nall - 50 years
(Anniversary ~ 01/08/12)
McCLURE, Ill. -- Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer Nall of McClure celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a dinner Dec. 18, 2011, at Mount Auburn Christian Church in Cape Girardeau. Hosts were their daughters and their families. Nall and Marilyn Haage were married Dec. 28, 1961, in Havana, Ill., by Floyd Herron. Their attendants were Ernest J. Nall and Gloria Steele...
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Third donation to Locks of Love
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Tori Scott is 8 years old and had her hair cut at Rhonda's Family Hair Care in Marble Hill, Mo. This is the third time she has had her hair cut for Locks of Love since she was 4. She is the daughter of Eric and Lori Scott of Cape Girardeau. ...
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Northern cardinal has black eyes
(Column ~ 01/08/12)
Recently I was lucky enough to capture this image of the beautiful head of a male northern cardinal. This bird will tolerate other songbirds around a bird feeder. The innocence of this friendly bird is evident in this striking pose. His wide, strong, conical red beak is perfect for cracking grains of corn and hulling sunflower seeds...
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Your Generosity
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Heartland Advanced Practice Nurses Network recently presented a $1,000 check to Saint Francis Medical Center in support of the Saint Francis Institute for Nursing Excellence, a program to strengthen the nursing practice, promote nursing importance and recognize professional nursing achievements. ...
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Adopt Chandler
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Chandler is a very friendly cat. He loves to be held and wants your attention. Chandler is 9 months old and would make a great companion. ...
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Adopt Brock
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Brock is 2 years old and very sweet! He is available for adoption at the Humane Society just call us at 334-5837. ...
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Everyone loves Walter Brennan
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
I have never had a true outside dog before -- never. I grew up in suburban Minneapolis; our dogs were inside; when outside, they were in our fenced-in yard or on a leash. Too much traffic to take chances -- except for T.H.E. Cat, named after a TV show. Cat left home one day, lost forever -- well, not quite. Three months later, I opened our front door ant there was T.H.E. Cat, acting as though he had never left. Walked right in .....
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'Fur BallTree' a success for area animals
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
KENNETT, Mo. -- The Christmas season turned out to be a bright one for the city's animals, thanks to the efforts of Tena Petix, humane officer for the city of Kennett, and Dr. Everett Mobley and Dr. Carol Brigance and the team at the Kennett Veterinary Clinic...
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Commentator Alan Keyes to speak at Marshall Cinema
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
MARSHALL, Mo. -- At the turn of the 19th century, amateur and famous actors alike staged performances at the opera house that once dominated a corner of downtown Marshall. The building was used by public schools for commencement ceremonies and was a center for political meetings and speeches...
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God's work in real time: Cape Girardeau natives fulfilling God's call through the Salvation Army
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
The ringing of Salvation Army bells is a familiar sound in the winter. For Lts. Marquis and Twyla Brookins, working for the Salvation Army is fulfilling God's call in their lives. Much of what they do is coming alongside families and sharing life with them...
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Several snowy owls showing up in KC area
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Snowy owls from the Arctic tundra are being spotted in the Midwest this winter in uncommonly large numbers, including three at Smithville Lake in the Kansas City area. The large, white owls with black markings are rarely seen in this area and only when their winter food supply is short in their natural habitats to the north. A single snowy owl in the region is big news to birders...
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Mail feedback
(Editorial ~ 01/08/12)
An issue that has garnered a good deal of attention -- and strong opinions -- recently is the potential closing of 252 mail processing centers and 3,700 post offices nationwide, which would be done in conjunction with lowering the standards for mail delivery. No longer would next-day delivery of first class mail be expected...
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School Board Recognition Week
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/08/12)
Gov. Jay Nixon has proclaimed the week of Jan. 22 to 28, 2012, as School Board Recognition Week. The Jackson R-2 community benefits every day from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted by the members of the Jackson R-2 School Board. Our school board members are elected by local constituents and do not receive compensation for their tireless efforts. ...
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Prayer 1/8/12
(Prayer ~ 01/08/12)
O Lord God, we praise you and lift your name on high. Amen.
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Club news 1/8/12
(Community News ~ 01/08/12)
The Lamplighters FCE December meeting and Christmas party was held Dec. 13 in the home of Jo Ann Hahs. As the 14 members arrived, the hostess placed a Santa's hat on their heads to set the tone for the meeting. Then Hahs read the book "A Gift from St. Nicholas" as a devotional thought. Members found a copy of this book under their plates as they gathered to begin their meal of soups and drink provided by the hostess and sandwiches, salads and desserts provided by the other members...
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Former Pakistani president faces arrest in Bhutto assassination
(International News ~ 01/08/12)
ISLAMABAD -- Former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf will be arrested in connection with the assassination of former prime minister Benazir Bhutto if he returns to the country, a government prosecutor said Saturday. There is no need for any "fresh arrest warrants" for him as a court has already issued orders for his arrest, prosecutor Chaudhry Zulfiqar Ali told reporters...
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Nigerian sect kills 15 people; Christians vow self-defense
(International News ~ 01/08/12)
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria -- A radical Muslim sect attacked a church worship service in Nigeria's northeast during assaults that killed at least 15 people, authorities said Saturday, as Christians vowed to defend themselves from the group's widening sectarian fight against the country's government...
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U.S. redefines rape to count more people as victims
(National News ~ 01/08/12)
WASHINGTON -- The Obama administration says it is expanding the FBI's more than eight-decade-old definition of rape to reflect a better understanding of the crime and to broaden protections. The new definition counts men as victims for the first time and drops the requirement that victims must have physically resisted their attackers...
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Manslaughter charges dismissed for Ellsinore man
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
VAN BUREN, Mo. -- An Ellsinore, Mo., man will not stand trial this week in connection with the 2009 death of his wife, who was shot during an earlier dispute with his stepson. Charged with first-degree involuntary manslaughter, John William Moss was supposed to stand trial Tuesday in Wayne County; however, Carter County Prosecuting Attorney Rocky Kingree dismissed the case against the 57-year-old...
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Abandoned house damaged in Scott City fire
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
A fire that damaged an abandoned house in Scott City early Friday morning is under investigation.
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Clifford Sullivan
(Obituary ~ 01/08/12)
Clifford M. Sullivan, 73, of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, Jan. 7, 2012, at Southeast Hospital. He was born Aug. 15, 1938, to Carl and Lorena Rogers Sullivan. He married Shirley Faulkner on June 21, 1978. Clifford retired from Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railroad. He was an avid gardener and lover of animals, both strays and rescues...
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H. Weldon Macke
(Obituary ~ 01/08/12)
H. Weldon Macke, 81, of Gordonville died Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, at Southeast Hospital. He was born Aug. 16, 1930, at Gordonville to Albert and Dorothy Probst Macke. Weldon grew up in Gordonville and operated the family business, Macke's Store and Macke Farm Equipment Co. He and Bonnie Bierschwal were married July 11, 1954, at Cape Girardeau...
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Adrian Kersbergen
(Obituary ~ 01/08/12)
Adrian J. Kersbergen, 72, of Delta died Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. A memorial service will be held at a later date. McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau is in charge of arrangements.
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Births 1/8/12
(Births ~ 01/08/12)
Daughter to Thomas Warren Reynolds and Felicia Dawn Willard of Bloomfield, Mo., Saint Francis Medical Center, 8:57 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2011. Name, Izabella Darlene. Weight, 4 pounds, 2 ounces. Second daughter. Ms. Willard is the daughter of Harold Willard Jr. of Puxico, Mo., and Tracie Willard of Bloomfield. She is employed at Mimi's Kiddie Korner. Reynolds is the son of Thomas Reynolds of Oran, Mo., and Pamela Reynolds of Anniston, Mo. He is a construction trailer specialist...
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Maxine Heuschober
(Obituary ~ 01/08/12)
Maxine Heuschober, 81, of Cape Girardeau died Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, at the Monticello House in Jackson. She was born March 6, 1930, in Dutchtown to Albert and Rosalia Simpher Heisserer. She married William Heuschober on June 5, 1948, in Dutchtown. He preceded her in death Sept. 1, 1993...
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Out of the past 1/8/12
(Out of the Past ~ 01/08/12)
The county court releases the names of those on a committee to study a proposed recreational lake in the county: Charles Haubold, Dennis Sievers, Cape Girardeau Mayor Gene Rhodes, Jackson Mayor Carlton Meyer, Robert Hahn, Irvin H. Garms, Ralph Fehr, Fred R. "Rocky" Wilferth, David W. Heuer, Bill J. Baker and Tom Boudnoit...
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School menus Jan. 9 to 13
(Menus ~ 01/08/12)
MONDAY--Corn dog or turkey & cheese on bun, candied carrots, pears, vanilla wafers. TUESDAY--Cheeseburger or ham & cheese on bun, fries, grapes. WEDNESDAY--Chicken nuggets & garlic breadstick or turkey & cheese on bun, whipped potatoes, country gravy, mixed fruit cup...
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Answering God's call: Local woman headed to Africa to teach children
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Leaving the comforts of home and moving to Africa was not something Cathy Maya had planned or thought she would ever do. But later this month, the Cape Girardeau woman will do just that as she prepares to answer God's call on her life and move to Malawi...
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FYI 1/8/12
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
The International Crisis Aid Heartland is hosting a lunch Wednesday at the Outback Steak House. The event is in recognition of the National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. There are two seating choices, one for 11:30 a.m. and the other at 12:30 p.m. ...
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Accomplishments 1/8/12
(Community ~ 01/08/12)
Pvt. Clinton Sargent of Cape Girardeau recently completed his military training to become a combat engineer for Missouri National Guard's 1138th Engineer Sapper Company in Farmington and Fredericktown. He will begin serving with his new unit in January. ...
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A lesson in never giving up
(Column ~ 01/08/12)
Every piece of clothing I own has cat hair on it. All right, that's an exaggeration. It does seem that way sometimes, though. Last Sunday before church, someone approached me to say, "Uh, Jeff, the back of your sweater vest is covered in cat hair." A few quick swipes with the lint roller took care of that. Detritus of feline fur is part and parcel of living with cats -- and my wife and I have owned cats for 30 years...
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We are never too far away for God's grace
(Column ~ 01/08/12)
"From his fullness we have all received, grace in place of grace, because while the law was given through Moses, grace and truth came through Jesus Christ." (John 1:16-17) Grace in place of grace. Everything about these five words makes me want that. ...
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I-55 reduced for bridge work in Scott County
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
SIKESTON, Mo. -- Southbound Interstate 55 in Scott County will be reduced to one lane Monday through Wednesday as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform routine bridge repairs. The bridge is between Route HH and U.S. 62. Weather permitting, the work will be done from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily. The work zone will be marked with signs. For more information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center at 888-275-6636 or visit www.modot.org/southeast...
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In federal court: Cape man pleads guilty to possession of a firearm by a felon
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
The U.S. attorney's office released the following information Friday for defendants who appeared before U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. PLEADED GUILTY Name: Michael G. O'Neal Residence: Cape Girardeau Charges: Being a previous felon in possession of a firearm...
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Missouri men's basketbal team suffers first loss
(College Sports ~ 01/08/12)
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- It wasn't just Missouri's first loss of the season that had coach Frank Haith so upset. It was the way that it happened to the Tigers. "As a coach, what you really hate is to get your butt kicked," Haith said. "They were tougher. They kicked our butt."...
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Blues goalie Elliott blanks Avalanche
(Professional Sports ~ 01/08/12)
ST. LOUIS -- Kevin Shattenkirk had a goal and an assist, and Brian Elliott made 15 saves for his fifth shutout to help the St. Louis Blues end the Colorado Avalanche's four-game winning streak in a 4-0 win Saturday. Fellow defenseman Alex Pietrangelo had two assists for a career-best third straight multipoint game. The Blues won their NHL-high 17th game at home and moved ahead of the Red Wings for the Central Division lead...
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Cape Girardeau Public Works employee injured Friday
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
A Cape Girardeau Public Works employee sustained injuries Friday after being struck by a piece of rebar at a job site on South Sprigg Street.
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Brides-to-be attend Cape bridal show
(Local News ~ 01/08/12)
Dawnya Amelunke, top right, and Hope Herring, bottom right, help Megan Richards as her and her grandmother Trish Kogge look through a book of past wedding receptions by Show-Me Rentals, Pools, and Party Supplies Saturday, January 7, 2012 during the the Missouri Unveiled Bridal Show at The Venue in Cape Girardeau. Richards was looking for ideas for her October 6 wedding and reception...
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High school roundup: Jackson girls basketball team improves to 9-1 with home win vs. Cor Jesu
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
All the scores from Friday that were reported to the Southeast Missourian.
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Southeast Missouri State men's basketball recruits lead perfect De Soto past Perryville boys basketball team
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
Jared White and Colin Ferguson combined for 32 points
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Jackson police and fire report 1/8/12
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/08/12)
Jackson The Jackson Police Department released the following. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrest Summons Theft Property damage Miscellaneous Jackson Firefighters responded to the following calls Thursday: Firefighters responded to the following calls Friday:...
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Scott City boys basketball team makes it 2 for 2 vs. rival Chaffee
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
Scott City followed its Christmas tournament win against the Red Devils with a 66-54 victory
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High school roundup: Brock leads Scott City boys basketball team past Oak Ridge
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
All the scores from Saturday that were reported to the Southeast Missourian.
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Jackson boys basketball team cruises to win vs. Francis Howell North
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
The Jackson boys basketball team defeated Francis Howell North 54-36 on Saturday at the Tiger Shootout.
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Second-half woes cost Southeast Missouri State women's basketball team at Eastern Kentucky
(College Sports ~ 01/08/12)
The Southeast Missouri State women's basketball team lost at Eastern Kentucky 52-37 on Saturday.
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Notre Dame boys basketball team shoots past Hazelwood West
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
The Notre Dame boys basketball team defeated Hazelwood West 67-54 at the 17th annual Tiger Shootout on Saturday.
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Foul trouble leads to Cape Central boys basketball team's downfall
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
The Parkway South boys basketball team defeated Cape Central 63-54 on Saturday at the Tiger Shootout.
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Bollmann's 1,000th career point helps Meadow Heights girls basketball team defeat St. Vincent for the Delta New Years tourney title
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
The Meadow Heights girls basketball team defeated St. Vincent 61-43 on Friday to win the Delta New Years tournament.
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Woodland girls basketball team defeats Delta to claim third place in Delta New Years tournament
(High School Sports ~ 01/08/12)
DELTA -- Kendra Pinkley kept calling for the ball and her teammates kept finding her. Pinkley scored a game-high 19 points to lead Woodland past Delta 53-35 to grab third place in the Delta New Years girls basketball tournament Friday. "I just go up strong and just somehow it goes in," Pinkley said. "I guess I'm lucky."...
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