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A break for smokers? Glitch may limit penalties
(National News ~ 07/09/13)
WASHINGTON (AP) -- They huddle outside office buildings and they can't satisfy their nicotine cravings by lighting up on planes and trains, but now smokers could be getting a break from an unlikely source. A glitch involving President Barack Obama's health care law means smokers may get at least some relief next year from tobacco-use penalties that could have made their premiums unaffordable...
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Mo. House forms new driver's license committee
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- The Missouri House is creating a new committee of state lawmakers to review procedures for handling driver's licenses. House Speaker Tim Jones announced Monday the formation of the Special Interim Committee on Privacy Protection to be led by Republican Stanley Cox, of Sedalia. ...
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Gov. signs bill fixing hole in Mo. budget
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Gov. Jay Nixon signed legislation patching a budget hole and renewing a Medicaid program for disabled workers. The budget fix took effect immediately upon Nixon' signature of the bill Monday. It will allow about $55 million to flow to early childhood programs and some health-care initiatives that lacked a funding source under the budget that took effect July 1...
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Mo. Medicaid panel won't pay its citizen members
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Several dozen Missouri residents serving on a House Medicaid panel won't receive any compensation for traveling to meetings -- even though lawmakers on the panel will get paid. The 50-person committee is scheduled to hold its first meeting Wednesday in Independence, Mo. The chairman is Republican House member Noel Torpey of Independence...
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Mo. company seeks horse slaughter permit
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- The owner of a Missouri company seeking to open a horse slaughter facility said he has been working with federal food safety officials to modify equipment at its processing site so the facility can "humanely handle horses." Rains Natural Meats vice president David Rains said he and his brother, company president Steve Rains, have been working with an equine consultant and the U.S. ...
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Honeybees to occupy part of Lambert Airport
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
ST. LOUIS -- A section of unused land at Lambert Airport in St. Louis has new occupants -- honeybees. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported the St. Louis Airport Authority approved a three-year lease with Robins Apiaries, with plans to keep bee hives on a 400-square-foot piece of land north of the third parallel runway. The airport will receive $75 a year in rent...
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Extension to offer mental health training
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
The University of Missouri Extension will offer a mental health first aid class next month in Jackson. The eight-hour class will teach participants how to provide first aid to individuals going through mental health crises or showing signs they are in the early stages of a mental health disorder...
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Cape Girardeau takes award for Great Race hospitality
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
The spirit and hospitality of people and businesses in Cape Girardeau during the 2013 Hemmings Motor News Great Race's June 25 stop here resulted in the city winning the Best Overnight Stop City award. "All of the overnight stops were fantastic," said race director Jeff Stumb in a news release issued Monday. "But Cape Girardeau was one of those stops that will be talked about for years to come by the participants."...
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Nixon signs Mo. bill dealing with welfare benefits
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon signed legislation Monday prohibiting welfare recipients from using those funds at liquor stores, casinos and strip clubs. The newly signed law restricts the use of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families cash benefits at such businesses, as well as for items marketed solely for adults. Penalties for misusing public assistance funds also will increase. Nixon, a Democrat, said the restrictions will help protect taxpayers....
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Bell murder case continued to Aug. 26
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
For the second time in as many months, the murder case against a Cape Girardeau man has been continued as a result of a change in attorneys. Kenneth Bell faces charges of armed criminal action and first-degree murder in connection with the Feb. 7 shooting deaths of Shannon James and Misty Cole. ...
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Final pre-bid meeting today for River Campus construction
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
Contractors will meet today for a mandatory pre-bid meeting related to the expansion of the River Campus of Southeast Missouri State University. The meeting, scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Show Me Center, is the second of two mandatory gatherings for contractors since the board of regents in February approved the issuing of bonds for the expansion....
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Mo. House chief ends subpoenas for governor's staff
(State News ~ 07/09/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri's top House official has withdrawn subpoenas attempting to compel members of Gov. Jay Nixon's administration to testify before a committee looking into changes in state driver's license procedures. Republican House Speaker Tim Jones on Monday said that although he dropped efforts to enforce the subpoenas, he still hopes Nixon's staff will voluntarily testify at a future committee hearing...
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Counties look forward to out-of-state vehicle sales tax
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
Missouri municipalities and counties with voter-approved permission to collect use taxes on out-of-state purchases of cars, trucks and boats won't see a change in the money coming in as the result of a law signed by Gov. Jay Nixon last week. The ones without that authority, though, are looking forward to putting some once-lost revenue back on the books, at least temporarily...
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Hunting for Civil War treasure in Cape Girardeau
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
FRED LYNCH ~ flynch@semissourian.com Jeff Jamito, of Scott City, uses a metal detector Monday at the former Cape Girardeau Convention and Visitors Bureau site, Broadway and Main Street in Cape Girardeau, before it becomes a parking lot. ...
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Meeting brings changes to cellphone tower proposal
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
A meeting between residents and AT&T representatives Monday night brought some changes to a proposed cellphone tower that could be built at 418 William Street, but a new location was not among them. A small group of residents representing historic downtown Cape Girardeau and homeowners living near the proposed site met with Marsha Haskell, regional director for AT&T Missouri, and Jeff Allen, an independent contractor with Network Real Estate, who will assist the company in constructing the tower. ...
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Weather service: Heat index could top 100 degrees today, Wednesday
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
At least two days of heat indexes higher than 100 degrees are expected today and Wednesday in Southeast Missouri, according to the National Weather Service. The weather service office in Paducah, Ky., on Monday issued a special weather statement for Southeast Missouri, Western Kentucky and Southern Illinois saying heat indexes are expected to reach the 100- to 105-degree range today and Wednesday. The time period of "greatest concern" each day is from 1 to 7 p.m., according to the statement...
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Schools look to peers for 1:1 guidance
(Local News ~ 07/09/13)
Thousands of schools across the country have begun to with introduce students to technology on a more personal level. Dubbed the "1:1" initiative, each student is provided with some type of digital device, ranging from laptop computers to iPads to various types of tablet PCs...
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REDNOUR: AT THE DU QUOIN FAIR 'ANYTHING'S POSSIBLE
(Submitted Story ~ 07/09/13)
DU QUOIN -- Is it possible that four major concerts will be free admission at this year's Du Quoin State Fair? With the Illinois Lottery and a handful of local sponsors, anything is possible, says John Rednour, Jr., manager of the Du Quoin State Fair...
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Wizards sign Porter
(Professional Sports ~ 07/09/13)
WASHINGTON -- The Washington Wizards have signed No. 3 overall draft pick Otto Porter and second-round selection Glen Rice Jr. Under the NBA's scale for rookie salaries, Porter was expected to sign a deal that could pay him up to $19.4 million over four seasons, with the first two seasons guaranteed...
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Wainwright wins 12th in Cards' 9-5 win over Astros
(Professional Sports ~ 07/09/13)
ST. LOUIS -- Adam Wainwright picked up his National League-tying 12th win with seven scoreless innings and Matt Holliday hit his team-high 13th home run to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 9-5 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. Matt Carpenter had three hits and drove in three runs for St. Louis, which has won four in a row and five of six...
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Jackson Post 158 freshmen earn state berth
(Community Sports ~ 07/09/13)
Jackson Freshman American Legion Post 158 coach Josh Adams came into this week's District 14 tournament worried about his pitching holding up in a two-day, double-elimination tournament. His team's play the past couple days should put those fears to rest...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 07/09/13)
Today is Tuesday, July 9, the 190th day of 2013. There are 175 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 9, 1943, during World War II, the Allies launched Operation Husky, their invasion of Sicily, with nighttime landings of American and British troops; a full-scale incursion by sea began in the small hours of July 10. (More than a month later, the Allies secured the island from the Axis.)...
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Thanks for coverage
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/09/13)
I just wanted to say thank you to Keith and Adam for the great story and wonderful pictures in this Sunday's Southeast Missourian about the lawn mower racing at the Patton Saddle Club. My phone has been ringing off the wall about the story. These events would not be possible without the dedicated support from everyone in the Patton Lions Club, Kenny Hoxworth and his wife Gloria, the many racers, our very special North County Bollinger Rescue Unit and, of course, all the people who come to the races to support us all.. ...
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Red Cross training
(Editorial ~ 07/09/13)
We've seen several disasters in recent years. Storms in Joplin, Mo., and Moore, Okla., come to mind when thinking of devastation caused by natural disasters. It's certainly important to know what to do when these events strike. Taking shelter during a storm is a given. What about after the storm? How do communities rally and coordinate efforts to help those affected? These are questions the Red Cross will help answer this week as part of its second annual American Red Cross Academy...
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Speak Out 7/9/13
(Speak Out ~ 07/09/13)
Most people are not born with three hands and arms. Several times I have seen drivers with a phone to their ear and the other hand working a cigarette and no hands on the wheel. That is spooky to see when they are in the middle of a left turn, but maybe they are using their feet to turn the steering wheel...
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Celebrating past Cape events and ones to come
(Column ~ 07/09/13)
I am writing this column after enjoying and celebrating Independence Day and our freedom with family. I was out of town, but I understand our event at Arena Park drew a large crowd and the fireworks show was outstanding. My congratulations to Kenneth Bender for receiving the Spirit of America Award from the Southeast Missourian. ...
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Out of the past 7/9/13
(Out of the Past ~ 07/09/13)
A large milking barn on the Southeast Missouri State University Farm was destroyed by fire late last night; by the time it was discovered, the building was engulfed in flames, and there was little firefighters could do except to protect other nearby buildings...
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Births 7/9/13
(Births ~ 07/09/13)
Son to Christopher Lee Ash and Stacy Louise Cole of Scott City, Saint Francis Medical Center, 7:18 p.m. Tuesday, June 25, 2013. Name, Hunter Lee. Weight, 6 pounds, 7 ounces. Ms. Cole is the daughter of Sarah and Allen Terhune of Advance, Mo. Ash is the son of Carolyn Grey of Florida and the late Lawdell Ash of Marston, Mo. He is employed by Affordable Roofing...
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Marlin Schuessler
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Marlin E. Schuessler, 74, of The Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau, formerly of Perryville, died Sunday, July 7, 2013, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 6:30 a.m. until time of service Thursday at Young and Sons Funeral Home...
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Rosalia Scherer
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
Rosalia M. Scherer, 89, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, July 8, 2013, at Chateau Girardeau. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. Parish prayers will be at 4 p.m., followed by the rosary. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary Cathedral. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery...
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Allen McDowell
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
Allen Donald McDowell, 94, of Fruitland passed away Monday, July 8, 2013, at his home. He was born April 6, 1919, in Fruitland, son of William Henry and Hattie Noland McDowell. He and Lorene Crites were married Oct. 29, 1938, in Blytheville, Ark. Allen was a 1937 graduate of Fruitland High School. ...
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Official: Flawed tankers in fatal train derailment; at least 13 killed
(International News ~ 07/09/13)
LAC-MEGANTIC, Quebec -- Traumatized survivors of an oil train derailment that wiped out the heart of a small town braced for more bad news as inspectors finally were cleared to enter the charred site's epicenter and look for remains late Monday, more than two days after the disaster that killed at least 13 people. A total of 50 were missing, and the death toll was sure to rise...
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Norman Matthews
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
Norman H. Matthews, 84, of Jackson passed away Sunday, July 7, 2013, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born Oct. 6, 1928, in Mine La Motte, Mo., son of Oliver Dempsy and Grace Catherine Pitchford Matthews. He and Metta Mills were married March 20, 1951...
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Shanda Fry
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
SIKESTON, Mo. — Shanda Fry, 35, of Sikeston, formerly of Cape Girardeau, died Thursday, July 4, 2013, in Sikeston. There is no service. Crain Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Jimmy Erlbacher
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
James Lee "Jimmy" Erlbacher, 72, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, July 8, 2013, at Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center. There will be no service. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Euva Brown
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- Euva Mae Brown, 71, of Marble Hill passed away Saturday, July 6, 2013, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born May 16, 1942, at Lutesville, Mo., daughter of Woodrow W. and Eleanora C. Shell. She and Jerry Wayne Brown were married March 4, 1961, in Marble Hill...
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Christine Agee
(Obituary ~ 07/09/13)
PATTON, Mo. -- Christine L. Agee, 49, of O'Fallon, Mo., passed away Sunday, July 7, 2013, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born June 18, 1964, in St. Louis, daughter of Raymond F. and Carol Joan Davis Jones. Agee was vice president of Valley Insurance Alliance Association and a member of St. Louis Family Church...
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Lauryn Hill starts prison sentence for tax evasion
(Entertainment ~ 07/09/13)
DANBURY, Conn. -- Grammy-winning singer Lauryn Hill began serving a three-month prison sentence in Connecticut on Monday for failing to pay about $1 million in taxes over the last decade. Hill reported to federal prison in Danbury, said Ed Ross, a spokesman for the federal Bureau of Prisons. Inmates at the minimum security prison live in open dormitory-style living quarters and are expected to work jobs such as maintenance, food service or landscaping...
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No cutoff in United States aid to Egyptian military - for now
(National News ~ 07/09/13)
WASHINGTON -- The Obama administration signaled Monday that U.S. national security interests will trump its promotion of Egypt's budding democracy, stressing the importance of continued aid to the Egyptian military, which overthrew the elected president last week...
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Drug overdose deaths spike among middle-aged women
(Community ~ 07/09/13)
ATLANTA -- Overdose deaths in the U.S. are rising fastest among middle-aged women, and their drug of choice is usually prescription painkillers, the government reported July 2. "Mothers, wives, sisters and daughters are dying at rates that we have never seen before," said Dr. Thomas Frieden, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which compiled the data...
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Health beat: Traveling with a disability
(Community ~ 07/09/13)
An estimated 37.5 million people in the United States have a disability. If you have a disability and are considering international travel, a little advance planning, including a pre-travel visit with a travel medicine specialist, can enable you to see the world and return home safe and healthy...
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Crash probe turns to pilot decisions
(National News ~ 07/09/13)
SAN FRANCISCO -- Investigators trying to understand why Asiana Airlines Flight 214 crash-landed focused Monday on the actions of an experienced pilot learning his way around a new aircraft, fellow pilots who were supposed to be monitoring him and why no one noticed that the plane was coming in too slowly...
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Fixing up seniors' homes to help them age in place
(Community ~ 07/09/13)
EDITOR'S NOTE: Aging America is a joint AP-APME project examining the aging of the baby boomers and the impact they will have on society. By LAURAN NEERGAARD Associated Press BALTIMORE -- Alberta Hough struggles to feed herself a snack, her arms shaking badly from Parkinson's disease. Days earlier, the 84-year-old fell while eating, sliding off her kitchen chair...
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Clashes by Egyptian army, protesters kill at least 54
(International News ~ 07/09/13)
CAIRO -- More than 50 supporters of Egypt's ousted president were killed by security forces Monday in one of the deadliest single episodes of violence in more than 2 1/2 years of turmoil. The toppled leader's Muslim Brotherhood called for an uprising, accusing troops of gunning down protesters, while the military blamed armed Islamists for provoking its forces...
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Jackson fire report 7/9/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/09/13)
The Jackson Fire Department responded to the following call Sunday:...
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Jackson police report 7/9/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/09/13)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. DWIs...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 7/9/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/09/13)
The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls Saturday:...
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Cape Girardeau police report 7/9/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/09/13)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. DWIs...
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Secret move keeps bin Laden records out of sight
(National News ~ 07/09/13)
WASHINGTON -- The nation's top special operations commander ordered military files about the Navy SEAL raid on Osama bin Laden's hideout to be purged from Defense Department computers and sent to the CIA, where they could be more easily shielded from ever being made public...
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Prayer 7/9/13
(Prayer ~ 07/09/13)
Lord Jesus, we lift up your name, for you are the Good Shepherd. Amen.
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