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Dutchtown edges toward township gallows
(Local News ~ 02/02/18)
If anyone wants to speak in favor of keeping Dutchtown incorporated, now is the time, officials said Thursday at a public hearing regarding the town's fate. The village of Dutchtown, situated around the intersection of highways 25 and 74 in Cape Girardeau County, is down to about 22 households after repeated flooding damaged homes and businesses, prompting a FEMA buyout beginning in 2014, according to a report from Ken Eftink, floodplain and storm water manager for Cape Girardeau County who was named trustee to oversee the disincorporation process.. ...
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Mason performs boldy with country flair
(Entertainment ~ 02/02/18)
For 22 years, Danetta Mason's bold voice has entertained crowds in and around Cape Girardeau, and the Danetta Mason Band has backed her up -- and she's done the same for them. Their country stylings are poignant and rich, and recently landed them a prestigious Josie Music Award out of Nashville, Tennessee...
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Juvenile justice bill: Would state's savings cost counties more?
(Local News ~ 02/02/18)
A Cape Girardeau state senator has proposed a bill that would largely prevent the prosecution of 17-year-olds in adult court. But that bill has drawn criticism from the area's chief juvenile officer, who said the measure would burden counties with added costs...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 02/02/18)
Today is Friday, Feb. 2, the 33rd day of 2018. There are 332 days left in the year. This is Groundhog Day. Today's Highlight in History: On Feb. 2, 1943, the remainder of Nazi forces from the Battle of Stalingrad surrendered in a major victory for the Soviets in World War II...
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Pass the budget
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/02/18)
Congress recently passed a continuing resolution that will expire on Feb. 8. Our legislators have been in office since at least Jan. 20, 2017. Fiscal year 2018 is the first one for which this group is responsible. It started last year on Oct. 1, 2017, or more than three months ago and eight months after they took office...
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History matters only if we remember -- and learn
(Column ~ 02/02/18)
Happy Groundhog Day. Perhaps you didn't know it, but Groundhog Day originated as a special day for dissecting the biggest sporting event in our great nation: the Super Bowl. And perhaps you didn't know that I am something of an expert on the Super Bowl...
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Children take the lead at First Friday art festivities
(Editorial ~ 02/02/18)
The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri is setting aside the wine and cheese today in favor of milk and cookies. That's because today, as part of the First Friday art event, the arts council will display children's art work as part of the 18th annual Children's Art Festival, which will showcase 400-plus works of art by children...
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Out of the past: Feb. 2
(Out of the Past ~ 02/02/18)
U.S. Sen. John Danforth made the surprise announcement yesterday that he will not seek re-election in 1994, shocking area supporters of the veteran politician; most Republicans anticipated that Danforth would seek a fourth term in two years. Cape Girardeau residents who find themselves locked out of their vehicles no longer will be able to summon the help of the police department; the Cape Girardeau City Council yesterday unanimously voted to approve a contract with Seabaugh's Auto Repair to provide city vehicle lockout service for $15 per vehicle in lieu of the past policy of free police department service.. ...
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Carol Milam
(Obituary ~ 02/02/18)
Carol G. Milam, 74, of Sikeston, Missouri died Monday, Jan. 29, 2018, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
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Violet Lambert
(Obituary ~ 02/02/18)
Violet Virginia Lambert, 90, of Scott City died Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. Arrangements are incomplete at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Scott City.
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Richard Kincaid
(Obituary ~ 02/02/18)
GRAND TOWER, Ill. -- Richard Kincaid, 68, of Grand Tower, died Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, at home. Arrangements are incomplete at Crain Pleasant Grove-Murdale Funeral Home.
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J.T. Hammonds
(Obituary ~ 02/02/18)
J.T. Hammonds, 99, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2018, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. Services will be at a later date in Bovina, Texas, where Blackwell-Mullins Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements...
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Super Bowl ads aim to hit viewers where they remember
(Entertainment ~ 02/02/18)
NEW YORK -- After a year of political and cultural upheaval, Super Bowl advertisers appear to be pulling back from themes of unity in favor of in-game stunts and ads that aim for the heart -- and in some cases even lower. The stakes are high since a 30-second spot costs more than $5 million for airtime alone. ...
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Super Bowl III for Timberlake
(Entertainment ~ 02/02/18)
MINNEAPOLIS -- Justin Timberlake was asked about a bromance with Tom Brady, a possible 'N Sync reunion and serenaded with "Happy Birthday," but the superstar didn't get a question about the wardrobe malfunction that rocked the world during a press conference Thursday to promote his return to the Super Bowl halftime show...
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'Black Panther' sneak peaks get positive reviews
(Entertainment ~ 02/02/18)
LOS ANGELES -- "Incredible" and "kinetic" are just a few of the loving words people are using to describe and praise Marvel's "Black Panther." The film from director Ryan Coogler had its first screenings Monday night and a premiere in Los Angeles. Official reviews won't go out until Tuesday, but audiences at the select screenings were able to share non-spoiler reactions on social media...
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Arctic sea ice thins, so do polar bears
(National News ~ 02/02/18)
ANCHORAGE, Alaska -- Some polar bears in the Arctic are shedding pounds during the time they should be beefing up, a new study shows. It's the climate-change diet and scientists say it's not good. They blame global warming for the dwindling ice cover on the Arctic Ocean bears need for hunting seals each spring...
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For NFL players, racial profiling often personal issue
(National News ~ 02/02/18)
A son who saw a police officer hold a gun to his father's head. A husband whose wife was pulled over driving a Bentley. These unsettling scenes are among the stories from some of the NFL's marquee players, multimillionaires sharing tales of racial profiling by law enforcement. It is a troubling concern for people of color at the center of the protests begun in August 2016 by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick...
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Trump will release classified memo
(National News ~ 02/02/18)
WASHINGTON -- Over the strong objections of his own Justice Department, President Donald Trump will clear the way for the publication of a classified memo on the Russia investigation Republicans say shows improper use of surveillance by the FBI, White House officials said Thursday...
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North Korean athletes arrive in South Korea for Olympics
(International News ~ 02/02/18)
GANGNEUNG, South Korea -- Ten North Korean skaters and skiers arrived in rival South Korea on Thursday to participate in this month's Winter Olympics, which has brought a temporary lull in tensions over the North's nuclear weapons program. The North Koreans are the second and final batch of 22 athletes from their country who have won special entries from the International Olympic Committee for the Feb. ...
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U.S. says Syria using new chemical weapons
(National News ~ 02/02/18)
WASHINGTON -- The Trump administration on Thursday accused Syrian President Bashar Assad's government of producing and using "new kinds of weapons" to deliver deadly chemicals despite committing to abolish its program in 2013, and said the world must find a way to stop it...
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Castro freezes private sector throws future in doubt
(International News ~ 02/02/18)
HAVANA -- Two years after taking office, President Raul Castro widened the niche for private enterprise in Cuba's state-dominated economy. Capitalism came pouring in. Slowly at first, then gaining speed, spare rooms for rent became rental homes, which became boutique hotels. ...
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Prayer 2/2/18
(Prayer ~ 02/02/18)
O Father God, thank you that through Jesus we have victory. Amen.
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Speak Out 2/2/18
(Speak Out ~ 02/02/18)
The Southeast students and faculty involved with the production of Cinderella did a great job! The evil sisters were amusing, and the young women playing Cinderella and the fairy godmother had lovely voices. As a senior citizen, I have discovered that the biggest challenge I face is surviving the St. Louis Cardinals off season...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 2/2/18
(Police/Fire Report ~ 02/02/18)
CAPE GIRARDEAU The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls. Wednesday n Medical assists were made at 5:26 a.m. on North Sprigg Street; 9:17 a.m. on North KingsHighway; 10:14 on Themis Street; 2:37 p.m. on Independence Street; 3:34 p.m. on Herman Street; 6:38 p.m. on William Street; and 8:54 p.m. on Independence Street...
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Births 2/2/18
(Births ~ 02/02/18)
Son to Gavin Lee and Jillian Raye Flentge of Perryville, Missouri, Saint Francis Medical Center, 7:03 a.m. Friday, Jan. 26, 2018. Name, Beau Charles. Weight, 7 pounds, 15 ounces. First child. Mrs. Flentge is the former Jillian Yankey, daughter of Todd and Chris Yankey of Chester, Illinois. She is employed by Perry County Memorial Hospital. Flentge is the son of Tom and Sheila Flentge of Perryville. He works for Air Evac Lifeteam...
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James Cotner
(Obituary ~ 02/02/18)
James Franklin Cotner III, 71, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Sikeston, Missouri, died Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. There will be no services. Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Scott City was in charge of arrangements...
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Cape Girardeau police report 2/2/18
(Police/Fire Report ~ 02/02/18)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Police released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. DWI n Jonathan Cano, 27, Cape Girardeau, cited for alleged driving while intoxicated. Arrests n Corey Roberts, 29, Cape Girardeau, arrested on two Cape Girardeau warrants for failure to appear on a charge of driving on a suspected license...
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Artifacts 2/2/18
(Entertainment ~ 02/02/18)
Southeast Missouri State University faculty from the Department of English will read their original creative works at the Cup 'n' Cork, 11 S. Spanish St. in Cape Girardeau, beginning at 5 p.m. today. Some material may not be suitable for a general audience. Event is free and open to the public...
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Best Bet: Fire and Ice Gala
(Entertainment ~ 02/02/18)
Phlox Fire Entertainment presents a dinner show, including fire dance, fire juggling, fire eating and more, beginning at 5 p.m. Saturday at the Bavarian Halle, 225 Drury Lane in Fruitland. Dinner and dance included. Cash bar. All proceeds raised will benefit Community Caring Council Utility Assistance Program to assist those this winter with utilities. Tickets required in advance for the dinner show including the meal. For tickets call Dwana at (573) 837-8972 or (573) 651-3747...
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Drivers say safety arms at crossing malfunctioned
(National News ~ 02/02/18)
CROZET, Va. -- The safety arms at a railroad crossing where a train carrying Republican lawmakers slammed into a garbage truck appeared to be malfunctioning the day before the deadly crash, drivers who regularly cross over the tracks at the crash scene said Thursday...
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Vietnam veterans recall female Tet Offensive squad
(International News ~ 02/02/18)
HUE, Vietnam -- As a 19-year-old scout and spy for the communist forces in South Vietnam, Hoang Thi No remembers the determination and spirit of her 11-member team of young women who took part in the audacious Tet Offensive, which turned the tide of the Vietnam War 50 years ago...
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Delta Senior Citizens February Meeting
(Submitted Story ~ 02/02/18)
Delta Senior Citizens Meeting The Delta Senior Citizens will meet Wednesday, February 14, at 11 a.m., at the Delta Community Center. Valentine’s Day will be the theme for the meeting centered on fun and fellowship with an exchange of Valentine cards. ...
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