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Marble Hill man charged for sex crimes committed in Cape Girardeau
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
A 45-year-old Marble Hill, Missouri, man was booked into the Cape Girardeau County Jail on Wednesday on sex crime charges. Everette E. Looney, 45, now faces one unclassified felony count of first-degree statutory rape and two unclassified felony counts of first-degree statutory sodomy for allegedly having knowing, deviate sexual intercourse with a child less than 12 years old, according to an arrest warrant ...
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Local accountants kept busy by the new July 15 tax deadline
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
In this COVID-impacted year, with so many delays and postponements to seemingly every facet of everyday living, even the time-honored April 15 date to file income taxes got pushed back to July 15. July 15 has now come and gone and some taxpayers, caught by surprise by the new mid-summer deadline, scrambled to get their returns done or to file an extension to Oct. 15...
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Ice cream without Homecomers this year
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Since 1961, Homecomers and homemade ice cream have gone hand in hand, thanks to a stand run by volunteers of Excelsior Chapter, Order of DeMolay in Jackson. This year, Homecomers has been canceled because of concerns over COVID-19, but, said organizer Rodney Pensel, the ice cream stand will still be serving up orders later this month...
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Buddy's (rock and) Rolled Ice Cream is a sweet treat
(Community ~ 07/16/20)
Like a lot of you, when I was a kid, my small-town ice cream shop closed up for the winter. Those white-smeared windows would appear, looking so desolate and barren, and I would know that the cold, soft ice cream was done until next year. For me, when those windows were scraped clear and the sugary wonders behind revealed once again, that was the true start of summer. ...
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Opioid overdose deaths drop in Missouri
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
New data released by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services shows the number of opioid overdose deaths in the state declined in 2019 for the first time in five years. In 2019, 1,094 Missourians died as a result of opioid overdoses, down 3.4% from the state’s 1,132 deaths in 2018...
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Cape PD chief shares insight on hires; Gov. Parson calls for special session to address crime
(Column ~ 07/16/20)
This is Part 2 of an interview with Cape Girardeau Police Chief Wes Blair. At the center of the George Floyd death in Minnesota was a police officer with multiple red flags on his record, a system where officers could get lost in the paperwork, and a union that traditionally makes it more difficult to terminate the employment of an officer...
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Sunset stroll at Capaha Park
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Kylia Brewer of Cape Girardeau follows her dog, Jack, and her daughter, Layla Garretson, 8, around the Capaha Park Lagoon while taking a walk at dusk Wednesday in Cape Girardeau.
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Sips and nibbles for light summer goodness
(Community ~ 07/16/20)
On a hot and humid July day, a meal that includes cool and refreshing recipes seems to be perfect. Whether it is a few cool side dishes, a beverage or dessert, just to have cold options makes the meal seem more satisfying. I have included a little bit of everything here today, starting with a few nice beverages for your meal and ending with a delicious dessert that you can keep frozen on hand and serve as you desire...
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Here's what doesn't help: Shutting down economies or attacking each other over masks
(Column ~ 07/16/20)
So how do we manage around a deadly virus while wanting the economy to rebound and businesses to open up? It can't be one extreme or the other: either shutting everything down or acting like the virus doesn't exist. The first way leads to economic and social devastation; the second to unnecessary deaths and human pain. The middle way is to be personally responsible, socially distance, wear masks as appropriate, wash hands regularly, stay home when sick. At some point, a vaccine will come; or herd immunity will be developed.
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2020 SEMO District Fair canceled due to coronavirus concerns
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
The 2020 SEMO District Fair has been canceled because of coronavirus concerns, the fair’s board of directors announced late Wednesday night in a news release. The fair was scheduled to take place from Sept. 12 through 19 at Arena Park in Cape Girardeau...
- Andy Leighton interview with B Magazine (B Magazine ~ 07/16/20)
- John Voss interview with B Magazine (B Magazine ~ 07/16/20)
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Wayne Wallingford interview with B Magazine
(B Magazine ~ 07/16/20)
There are a number of important political races in our area this year, a few, because of term limits, pitting talented individuals against each other in districts without an incumbent. The following interview is with State Senator Wayne Wallingford (R-Cape Girardeau), who is running for House District 147 in Cape Girardeau. Wallingford answered questions from B Magazine and provided a three-sentence self-introduction. To read interviews with other candidates profiled in B Magazine, click here...
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Sikeston man seriously injured in hit-and-run
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
CHARLESTON, Mo. -- A Sikeston, Missouri, man was flown to St. Louis with serious injuries after a hit-and-run accident Tuesday night. According to the Missouri Highway Patrol, a vehicle traveling southbound on Interstate 57 at the 9 mile marker at 9:35 p.m. Tuesday, struck Preston D. Jackson, 24, who was walking in the roadway...
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Criminal suspect wanted in New Madrid County
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
NEW MADRID, Mo. -- The New Madrid County Sheriff's Department is seeking information to locate a criminal suspect. A warrant was issued July 10 for Casey D. Burton of Sikeston on the felony charge of unlawful possession of a firearm. Bond is set at $75,000...
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10-year-old hit driving vehicle hit by train
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
NEW MADRID, Mo. -- A New Madrid child received minor injuries after the vehicle he was operating was struck by a train Monday in New Madrid County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at 3:44 p.m. on county road 634, 2 miles west of U.S. 61, as the eastbound truck driven by a 10-year-old juvenile failed to yield to the northbound Burlington Northern train operated by Justin A. Dunning, 46, of Memphis, Tenn...
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Tax revenue up from last year in Stoddard County
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
BLOOMFIELD, Mo. -- Tax revenue in Stoddard County was up in June despite expectations of a downturn because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tax revenue was up $54,270.81 compared to June 2019. Three of Stoddard County's five taxes generated more revenue than last year, while two produced less...
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STEAM Room open in Sikeston
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Children perform a puppet show at the Exploration/STEAM Room at the Sikeston Public Library on Monday. The Exploration/STEAM Room is open through July 31 at regular library hours.
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Poplar Bluff man drowns
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Poplar Bluff man drowns in in Black River An 18-year-old Poplar Bluff man died Saturday when he drowned in Black River. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol report, James A. Muller was swinging from a rope into the water 1/4 of a mile south of County Road 608 in Butler County...
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One arrested in Miner for felony assault
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
MINER, Mo. -- One person was arrested for assault after an altercation at a Miner business. According to a report from the Miner Police Department, officers responded to a physical altercation at the Break Time convenience store in Miner on Monday. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim as well as a witness...
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Customer pulls gun at Charleston McDonald's
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
CHARLESTON, Mo. -- Police are investigating an incident in Charleston where a drive-through customer pulled a gun on an employee. An officer with Charleston Department of Public Safety investigated an assault on July 5 at McDonald's restaurant involving a firearm, according to DPS Director Robert Hearnes. A customer in the drive-thru pulled a handgun on an employee, Hearnes said in DPS' weekly summary...
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Cape Girardeau County Commission agenda 7/16/20
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Approval of minutes n Minutes from July 13 meetings Communications/reports -- other elected officials n COVID-19 Update: In an effort to keep Cape Girardeau County residents safe and aware regarding the status of the virus, Emergency Management Agency (EMA) director Mark Winkler will be issuing an update at County Commission meetings. ...
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Cape County reports 36 new coronavirus cases, surpasses 400 total
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
On Wednesday, Cape Girardeau County reported 36 new COVID-19 cases since its Monday update, for a total of 434, with 219 recoveries and three deaths. Four Cape Girardeau County residents are hospitalized. Saint Francis reports 12 current hospitalizations, and Southeast Hospital reports 11. ...
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Ex-Cape mayor, former motorcyclist Knudtson reacts easing of helmet law
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Count former Cape Girardeau Mayor Jay Knudtson among those with “mixed emotions” to Gov. Mike Parson’s decision this week to sign into law legislation easing restrictions on the wearing of helmets by some motorcyclists. Parson on Tuesday signed House Bill 1963, allowing motorcycle riders at least 26 years old with health insurance and proof of financial responsibility to opt out of using helmets...
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Road work 7/16/20
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
As construction continues on the diverging diamond interchange at Center Junction, contractor crews will begin tying new pavement into existing pavement on the northbound lane of U.S. 61, closing that lane overnight Tuesday from 8:30 p.m. to 6 a.m. According to a Missouri Department of Transportation news release, travelers from Cape Girardeau to Jackson will need to seek an alternate route...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 07/16/20)
Today is Thursday, July 16, the 198th day of 2020. There are 168 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 16, 1945, the United States exploded its first experimental atomic bomb in the desert of Alamogordo, New Mexico; the same day, the heavy cruiser USS Indianapolis left Mare Island Naval Shipyard in California on a secret mission to deliver atomic bomb components to Tinian Island in the Marianas...
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Voss is the right leader for state representative
(Paid Letter ~ 07/16/20)
I am writing in support of John Voss for 147th district state representative. I have been friends with John for more than 40 years, since junior high school. We were in Boy Scouts during the same time as youth and as adult leaders with our sons. John is an Eagle Scout and continues to live the pledge he took as a youth. John was a leader in high school as our senior class president and continued as a leader while attending college in Rolla earning his engineering degree...
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Priest reinstated at Ironton church
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
Ironton priest Jim Unterreiner was reinstated at Ste. Marie du Lac and Our Lady of Sorrows Mission following an investigation that found no misconduct after a sexual misconduct allegation, according to a July 10 article by The Mirror, a publication of the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau...
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Don't forget bananas on this summer's grill
(Community ~ 07/16/20)
In this pandemic summer, who doesn't want to eat and cook outdoors? And if you're firing up the grill, don't forget dessert. I am bananas for grilled bananas. Fast and easy, they become instant favorites and remind you of classic desserts. And there are so many variations: You can make grilled banana s'mores, grilled bananas splits, grilled bananas with peanut butter and jelly, grilled banana pudding, etc...
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Out of the past: July 16
(Out of the Past ~ 07/16/20)
The Rev. Conway Brisco is the newly appointed pastor of Zion United Methodist Church at Gordonville; he will also serve as district youth coordinator. More than 250 antique and collectible automobiles will be auctioned this weekend by Smith's Auction Company at Cape Girardeau's Show Me Center; the auction began yesterday and continues today with a fresh batch of cars; autos Saturday went for as low as $1,000 and as high as $50,000; the same is expected today...
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Naomi Suzuki
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
Naomi Suzuki, 89, of Jackson died Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at her home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson has been entrusted with Naomi's final care.
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Jim Stovall II
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
James F. "Jim" Stovall II, 75, of Cape Girardeau was born May 13, 1945, to James and Viola M. Stovall. He went to meet his Savior and Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, July 10, 2020. He is now rejoicing with his Heavenly family. On July 18, 1970, Jim married Amy L. Barringer. They had two children, Christy and Randy, in their nearly 50 years of marriage...
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Alma Schlitt
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
ORAN, Mo. -- Alma Lorene Schlitt, daughter of the late Clinton and Marcella Scherer Littlepage, was born April 14, 1927, in Chaffee, Missouri, and departed this life Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at her home, at the age of 93 years. Alma was a member of Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Oran, member of the St. Ann Sodality, a homemaker and a resident of Oran...
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David Petry
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
David "Indian" Petry, 62, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, July 13, 2020, at Southeast Hospital. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Vona Koenig
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
Vona Lee Koenig, 81, of Cape Girardeau passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2020, at Heartland Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Sept. 29, 1938, in Perryville, Missouri, to Frances P. and Ella E. Fellows Oster. She was a graduate of Perryville High School...
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Dr. Jerry Hoxworth
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
PASADENA, Calif. -- Dr. Gerald "Jerry" Monroe Hoxworth, a member of the "Greatest Generation," passed away peacefully at Pasadena Highlands on Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at the age of 93. Like so many in his age group, he had drive, perseverance and a work ethic that propelled him from the humble beginnings as one of eight children of William L.D. ...
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Willard Lemonds
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
Willard Leroy Lemonds, 84, of Cape Girardeau died Sunday, July 12, 2020, at his home. He was born Jan. 24, 1936, in Oak Ridge to Orville G. and Mamie E. Gobble Lemonds. He and Martha Chapman were married May 2, 1960, at Sikeston, Missouri. He was an expert marksman in the National Guard...
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Gail Giles
(Obituary ~ 07/16/20)
SUNSET HILLS, Mo. -- Gail A. Giles, 80, of Sunset Hills, formerly of Cape Girardeau, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020, at de Greeff Hospice House in St. Louis. She was born May 11, 1940, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to the late Glen W. and Mildred Jones Anderson. Gail and Richard B. Giles were married Aug. 12, 1961, at First Christian Church in Cape Girardeau...
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Billboards that towered over Black cemetery to come down
(State News ~ 07/16/20)
Billboards towering over an African American cemetery in suburban St. Louis will be removed in the coming months after a settlement was reached in a lawsuit alleging the signs desecrate the memory of the people buried there. The judge in the case was advised of the settlement last week, said attorney Mary Coffey. She represents Wanda Brandon, a volunteer whose lawsuit sought the removal of six lighted billboards that stand above Washington Park Cemetery in Berkeley, Missouri...
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Parson tries to reassure as coronavirus cases continue to climb
(State News ~ 07/16/20)
ST. LOUIS -- Gov. Mike Parson sought to reassure Missourians about the coronavirus pandemic Wednesday as the state reported 888 new confirmed cases, its second largest single-day increase. "WE ARE NOT DEFENSELESS AGAINST COVID-19," Parson, a Republican, said in a tweet. "We are much better prepared now to deal with the virus than we were in March. We know more about the virus. We know how to box-in outbreaks. We have accelerated testing and our health care system is stable."...
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Governor calls special session to address violence in Missouri cities
(State News ~ 07/16/20)
O’FALLON, Mo. — Missouri lawmakers will reconvene later this month to consider ways to stem the escalating violence that has become especially deadly in St. Louis and Kansas City, Gov. Mike Parson announced Wednesday. The special session starting July 27 will be singularly focused on violent crime. But unlike some other states that are considering police reforms in the wake of racial injustice protests, Missouri lawmakers will focus on measures that could strengthen laws and put more people behind bars. The leader of the Missouri Legislative Black Caucus said he was disappointed police reform is not on the table.
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TGIF Top Picks 7/16/20
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
The Jackson Municipal Band will host the Whitewater Bluegrass Band tonight at 7 p.m. at the Nick Leist Memorial Bandshell in Jackson City Park. Don't forget the farmers market in the West Park Mall parking lot today at noon, and the Cape Riverfront Market from 8 am. to noon Saturday. The Riverfront Market has moved back to 35 S. Spanish St. in Cape Girardeau...
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Man arrested after crawling out of woods, chasing homeowner in Cape County
(Local News ~ 07/16/20)
A 25-year-old man was arrested July 9 after allegedly crawling out of the woods and attempting to break into a Cape Girardeau County home, then resisting arrest, according to a probable-cause statement filed by Cape Girardeau County sheriff’s deputy Aaron Harris...
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HSSEMO Chooses Penzel Construction to Build New Cape Girardeau Education and Adoption Center
(Submitted Story ~ 07/16/20)
July 16, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Tracy Poston hssemo@semopets.org 573-334-5837 HSSEMO Chooses Penzel Construction to Build New Cape Girardeau Education and Adoption Center [CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO]—The Humane Society of Southeast Missouri (HSSEMO) is pleased to announce it has chosen Penzel Construction Company of Jackson, MO to build its new facility in Cape Girardeau...
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Prayer 7/16/20
(Prayer ~ 07/16/20)
Thank you, O Heavenly Father, that through you there is loving kindness. Amen.
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