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Search continues for men who jumped from bridge
(State News ~ 07/24/15)
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. -- Authorities and the Coast Guard are looking for two homeless men witnesses say decided to jump from a Mississippi River bridge at St. Louis in hopes of swimming to the Illinois side. Authorities do not suspect the jump about 9:30 p.m. Tuesday from the Eads Bridge between St. Louis and East St. Louis, Illinois, was a suicide attempt...
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Missouri nuclear plant shut down after 'non-emergency' leak
(State News ~ 07/24/15)
ST. LOUIS -- The Ameren Corp. nuclear power plant in central Missouri was shut down for the second time in eight months Thursday after a "non-emergency" leak was found in the reaction-control system. The shutdown occurred at 1:15 a.m. at the plant near Fulton. Jeff Trammel, a spokesman for St. Louis-based Ameren, called it a "minor steam leak." He said no one was hurt, and there was no risk to the public...
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Attack in St. Louis County raises concern about strangers
(State News ~ 07/24/15)
CLAYTON, Mo. -- It was a parent's worst nightmare -- a complete stranger following a family home and molesting a child at knifepoint in her bed. Authorities say such a crime, which played out in St. Louis County last weekend, is exceedingly rare. Still, the attack of an 11-year-old girl in the Mehlville area has raised concern about stranger danger...
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McCaskill weighs in on Missouri senator's alleged harassment
(State News ~ 07/24/15)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Missouri's Democratic U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill said Thursday a state senator from her own party "needs to seriously consider whether he can continue to serve" after allegations he made unwanted sexual advances toward interns...
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Making music at the River Campus
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
Brenna Dunavan practices a piano lesson with her teacher, Susan Hatley, in a beginning piano class for children Thursday at the River Campus. It is one of the week-long, summer group classes offered by the Music Academy at Southeast Missouri State University. (Fred Lynch)...
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Murder charge filed in weekend killing of Bloomfield man
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
MALDEN, Mo. -- Floyd Mantel Young Jr. has been charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action in connection with a shooting earlier this month. Young, 22, is accused of having "knowingly caused serious physical injury to Dustin Greer by shooting him" with a deadly weapon, according to a complaint filed in the case...
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Dexter man arrested for arson
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
DEXTER, Mo. -- A Monday morning residential fire has led to the arrest of a Dexter man on suspicion of second-degree arson. James Higgs, 54, is suspected of having started a fire inside 815 N. Sassafras St. in Dexter, according to a probable-cause statement...
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On a roll to the library
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
Ann O'Neal books it to the city library on her electric unicycle Thursday along Bloomfield Street in Cape Girardeau. O'Neal said she likes traveling on the one-wheeled scooter up to a top speed of 12 mph. (Fred Lynch)
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United Way supporter describes personal connection to the organization's work
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
As community development director Melissa Stickle said Thursday at the United Way of Southeast Missouri's annual leadership luncheon her organization is more than a "middle man." Through its programs and outreach efforts, it's an organization with the ability to affect true change, she said...
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Downtown staple Old School Hype prepares for last local show before move to Denver
(Entertainment ~ 07/24/15)
Old School Hype bassist Skyler Simpson doesn't like having his picture taken. As a matter of fact, all the band members are somewhat skittish and awkward without instruments. Hands shoved in pockets, wandering around on a photo background, they're out of their element...
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New executive director introduced at United Way leadership luncheon
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
The United Way of Southeast Missouri Leadership Luncheon on Thursday offered an opportunity to look at the work done in the organization's past and prepare for the future. The official kickoff of its 2015 campaign is just around the corner, as is the official first day of the organization's new executive director...
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Police: 3 dead in movie theater shooting, including gunman
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
LAFAYETTE, La. -- A gunman opened fire at a movie theater in Louisiana on Thursday evening, killing two people and injuring at least seven others before fatally shooting himself, officials said. The gunman, a 58-year-old "lone white male," fired his weapon "numerous times" before shooting himself at the Grand Theatre in Lafayette, city Police Chief Jim Craft told a news conference...
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Defense falters in Jackson Senior Legion's loss at Zone 4 tournament
(Community Sports ~ 07/24/15)
FARMINGTON, Mo. -- The Jackson Post 158 Senior Legion defense that had been spectacularly sure-handed and occasionally just spectacular throughout the postseason turned sour midway through the Zone 4 tournament winner's bracket final on Friday night...
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Perryville company wins contract to turn music venue into state park
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
A more than $50 million project in Southern Missouri's Shannon County is turning a former backwoods hippie music venue into a new state park, and a Perryville, Missouri, construction company is on board for the bulk of the work. Robinson Construction Co. ...
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Girl Scout Sign-up Event! Let the Fun Begin, Join Girl Scouts Today!
(Submitted Story ~ 07/24/15)
Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland invites girls to join the fun and register for Girl Scouts! Girl Scouts provides countless opportunities for making friends, trying new things, gaining leadership skills, and so much more. With Girl Scouts, girls have new experiences that give them that super-excited, jumping, giggling, and butterflies-in-the-stomach feeling. ...
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George Joseph found guilty of 2 counts of first-degree murder
(Local News ~ 07/24/15)
It took the jury about an hour and 40 minutes to find George Joseph guilty of the murders of his wife and son. Joseph was found guilty Thursday of two counts of first-degree murder and one count of armed criminal action in the May 2013 shooting deaths of Mary and Matthew Joseph...
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GOP lawyer Hawley to run for Missouri attorney general
(State News ~ 07/24/15)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Republican lawyer and University of Missouri School of Law associate professor Josh Hawley announced plans Thursday to run for state attorney general. The 35-year-old from Columbia, Missouri, said in an online video he's running on a conservative platform and planned to "stand up for the Constitution, to stand up for our liberties and stand up for the values of Missourians" if he's elected. ...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
Today is Friday, July 24, the 205th day of 2015. There are 160 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 24, 1915, the SS Eastland, a passenger ship carrying more than 2,500 people, rolled onto its side while docked at the Clark Street Bridge on the Chicago River; an estimated 844 people died in the disaster...
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A gem on the river: the Red House
(Editorial ~ 07/24/15)
If you've ever wondered what an Old World whipping stocks might look or feel like, you'll soon be able to test your theory -- even have a friend snap your picture with neck and arms dangling awkwardly from its wooden scaffolding. Or, if you have a fascination with America's pioneer days, you might be equally engrossed by a replica of a dugout canoe or an oxcart...
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Remembering the Pie Lady, and her wonderful service
(Column ~ 07/24/15)
Maybe you knew Sally, even if you didn't know her name. She was a waitress -- not a server, and definitely not a waitperson -- from the old school. She was a fixture, over the years, at a number of area eateries. Sally was one of those women of indeterminate age. She could be 50. She could be 70. She never seemed to change. Or age. As it turns out, she was 77 when she died last week at her home in McClure, Illinois...
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Lackey goes 7, Rosenthal holds on as Cardinals beat Royals
(Professional Sports ~ 07/24/15)
ST. LOUIS -- John Lackey threw seven strong innings after a shaky beginning, Trevor Rosenthal escaped his own jam in the ninth and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Kansas City Royals 4-3 on Thursday night. Randal Grichuk and Matt Carpenter hit two-run homers as the Cardinals won in the makeup of a rainout last month...
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Kerry calls talk of better Iran deal a 'fantasy'
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
WASHINGTON -- Countering Republican criticism, Secretary of State John Kerry declared Thursday it is "fantasy plain and simple" to claim President Barack Obama failed to insist on enough restraints on Iran's nuclear program before agreeing to lift economic sanctions long in place...
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Hispanics love me, Trump declares at Mexican border
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
LAREDO, Texas -- Ever sure of himself, Donald Trump paid a visit to the Mexico border Thursday and predicted Hispanics would love him -- "they already do" -- because as president he'd grab jobs back from overseas and give more opportunity to those who live in the U.S. legally...
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Scientists find closest thing yet to Earth-sun twin system
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Scientists have identified a "close cousin" to Earth that's orbiting a sun-like star and might harbor life. "It is the closest thing that we have to another place that somebody else might call home," said Jon Jenkins from NASA's Ames Research Center in California...
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Prosecutor: Woman's autopsy revealed no evidence of homicide
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
HEMPSTEAD, Texas -- The autopsy of a black woman who was found dead in a Texas jail revealed no injuries that would suggest she was killed by someone else, authorities said Thursday. Waller County prosecutor Warren Diepraam said the autopsy showed 28-year-old Sandra Bland had no defensive injuries on her hands that typically would indicate a struggle...
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Half-naked 'Spartans' attract attention of police
(International News ~ 07/24/15)
BEIJING -- A salad store paraded dozens of half-naked Western men dressed as Spartans through China's capital as a publicity stunt, drawing a crackdown by police. About 40 men wearing bronze shorts, arm and leg guards and capes marched in Beijing's central business district and an upscale shopping area Wednesday, bearing plastic tubs of salad. The store, Sweetie Salad, said the stunt to celebrate its one-year anniversary generated more interest than expected...
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Births 7/24/15
(Births ~ 07/24/15)
Daughter to Charles Ryan and Kristen Michelle Watkins of Jackson, Southeast Hospital, 9:31 p.m. Monday, July 6, 2015. Name, Bella Renee. Weight, 5 pounds, 4 ounces. Third child, second daughter. Mrs. Watkins is the former Kristen O'Neal, daughter of Charles O'Neal of Parma, Missouri, and Sandra Accord of Cape Girardeau. Watkins is the son of David B. Watkins and Sonya Kinder of Jackson. He is employed by American Railcar Industries...
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Oklahoma police find 5 family members stabbed to death
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. -- Oklahoma police responding to a 911 call in which no one spoke found a gruesome scene at a suburban Tulsa home -- five members of a family dead or dying from stabbing and a sixth wounded but alive near the front door. Broken Arrow Police Cpl. ...
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Out of the past: July 24
(Out of the Past ~ 07/24/15)
Jackson police chief Robert "Red" Clifton says motorists are using the center turn lane of U.S. 61 from the Shawnee Boulevard intersection eastward to the end of the current four-lane pavement improperly; motorists leaving businesses on each side of the four-lane highway are using the center turning lane illegally as an acceleration lane before merging into traffic...
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Applications for US unemployment aid plummet to 42-year low
(National News ~ 07/24/15)
WASHINGTON -- Six years after a brutal recession that wiped out more than 8.5 million jobs, Americans are enjoying a nearly unprecedented level of job security. The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment aid plunged last week to the lowest in nearly 42 years. Applications for jobless benefits are a proxy for layoffs, so the low level indicates employers are keeping their staffs and likely hiring at a steady pace...
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Speak out for 7/24/15
(Speak Out ~ 07/24/15)
Earth's 2015 temperature looks like it may surpass 2014's as the hottest on record. Of course, that should in no way detract from our firm belief that global warming and/or climate change is a myth. Rush Limbaugh is advising Republicans not to be too rough on Donald Trump because they may have to support him in the future. I agree with Rush and would, in fact, urge the other Republican presidential contenders to drop out so as to present a united front while rallying around The Donald...
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Prayer 7/24/15
(Prayer ~ 07/24/15)
We praise your name, O Lord Jesus, that through you there is healing. Amen.
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Jackson fire report 7/24/15
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/24/15)
The Jackson Fire Department responded to the following calls: n Moving vehicle crash at Jackson Boulevard and Highland Drive. n Emergency medical service calls were made to Dallas Street and Morgan Street. n Emergency medical service calls were made to Jackson Boulevard and to Greensway Drive...
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Jackson police report 7/24/15
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/24/15)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. n Kate L. Brase, 30, of Jackson was issued a summons for a stop-sign violation. n Mariah A. Islas, 20, of Cape Girardeau was issued summonses for failure to register a motor vehicle, failure to maintain insurance and operating a motor vehicle while operator's license suspended...
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Cape Girardeau police report 7/24/15
(Police/Fire Report ~ 07/24/15)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. n Melody J. Anderson, 47, of Jackson was issued summonses for driving while intoxicated, failure to maintain single lane and no headlights. n A suspect was in custody pending formal charges of stealing at Wal-Mart, 3439 William St...
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James Weatherly
(Obituary ~ 07/24/15)
James D. Weatherly, 87, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, July 23, 2015, at the Lutheran Home. Arrangements are incomplete at Ford and Sons Funeral Home.
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Alvin Sticht
(Obituary ~ 07/24/15)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Alvin N. Sticht, 81, of Perryville died Thursday, July 23, 2015, at SSM St. Clare Health Center in Fenton, Missouri. He was born July 23, 1934, in Farrar, Missouri, son of August and Paula Stelling Sticht. He and Lilli Olga Weber were married April 21, 1956. She preceded him in death Nov. 13, 2012...
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Victor Graden
(Obituary ~ 07/24/15)
Victor L. Graden, 89, of Grinnell, Iowa, formerly of Bettendorf, Iowa, and Cape Girardeau, died Tuesday, May 5, 2015, at Mayflower Community Health Care Center in Grinnell. He was born July 11, 1925, near Cape Girardeau, the seventh of 11 children, to Louis and Ella Graden. He was raised on the family farm and educated at country schools near their home. He graduated from College High School in 1943 and subsequently attended Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau...
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Dorothy Bossaller
(Obituary ~ 07/24/15)
CAIRO, Ill. -- Dorothy K. Bossaller, 94, of Cairo died Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born July 10, 1921, in St. Louis to Harry A. and Mary A. Dustman Kombrink. She and Herman Bossaller were married Oct. 1, 1945. He preceded her in death March 2, 1979...
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Lisa Bohnert
(Obituary ~ 07/24/15)
Lisa M. Bohnert, 87, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, July 23, 2015, at Ratliff Care Center. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Ford and Sons Mount Auburn Funeral Home. Parish prayers will be at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Mary Cathedral...
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Best bet: Parking lot party
(Entertainment ~ 07/24/15)
Westside Bar & Grill will host three bands in its parking lot starting at 4 p.m. Saturday. First up are Danny Strop and Johnny Porzelt, followed at 6 p.m. by Lewis Creek. Finishing out the night is Crimson County. For more information, visit facebook.com/events/120787178259923/ or call 573-204-3760. Westside is at 5455 Highway 25 in Gordonville...
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Singing impressionist Mike Walker will perform next month at Isle Casino Cape Girardeau
(Entertainment ~ 07/24/15)
People who enjoy impressionists might want to snag a ticket to the Mike Walker Dinner Show coming up Aug. 1 at Isle Casino Cape Girardeau. Walker performs using a collage of voices in his comedy show, but instead of doing stand-up, he sings, imitating popular musicians, past and present...
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Author reflects on journey along entire length of Mississippi River
(Entertainment ~ 07/24/15)
For travel writer and photographer Gayle Harper, the journey of thousands of miles began with a single, imaginary drop of water. Her book, "Roadtrip with a Raindrop," chronicles the 90-day journey Harper made following an imaginary raindrop on its course from the headwaters of the Mississippi River in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. ...
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Ink Blotter 7/24/15
(Entertainment ~ 07/24/15)
Jewels Norman of East Prairie, Missouri, submitted this photo of her tattoo by artist Erin Thurman. "It's my heritage. It reminds me of my mother and grandfather," Norman said of her tattoo. (Photo submitted by Jewels Norman) To submit a tattoo, visit www.semissourian.com/forms/tattoo...
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Local photographer wins prize for fox picture
(Entertainment ~ 07/24/15)
A photograph by Aaron Horrell, owner of The Painted Wren art gallery in Cape Girardeau, recently was awarded the best-in-show ribbon at the 10th annual Pictures by the People competition hosted by the Margaret Harwell Art Museum in Poplar Bluff, Missouri...
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