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Cape Central High student makes Missouri All-State Band
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
Cape Girardeau Central High School student Dylan Dush has been selected to perform in the 2021-2022 Missouri All-State Band. Dush was one of 108 students accepted into the elite ensemble that will perform at the Missouri Music Educators Association Conference on Jan. 29...
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Southeast Missourian to change print schedule for New Year's holiday week
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
The Southeast Missourian will change its print publication schedule this week for the New Year's holiday. Following today's print and e-edition, the Missourian will publish e-editions Wednesday and Thursday. The weekend edition (print and e-edition) will publish a day early on Friday, New Year's Eve, with no publication on Saturday, New Year's Day...
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Woman pleads not guilty to boyfriend's murder
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
Brittany Wilson pleaded not guilty in court Monday to charges involving the alleged murder of her boyfriend on Christmas Eve. Cape Girardeau police arrested Wilson, 32, after a 911 call she made Dec. 24. Officers said Wilson told police she murdered her boyfriend with a sword...
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Man in custody following Christmas Day shooting in Cape
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
Cape Girardeau police have taken a 31-year-old man into custody after a Christmas Day shooting. At approximately 1:25 p.m. Dec. 25, officers responded to reports of gun fire in the 900 block of South Pacific Street. Officers arrested Drai Alexander Cornelius after he allegedly fired one shot from a handgun, according to a release from Cape Girardeau Police Department. The shot followed a verbal altercation between Cornelius and his neighbors...
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Pressing the pause button on Jackson's future dog park
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
According to Jackson's incoming parks and recreation director, the municipal park board wants a little more time before recommending to city aldermen that a future dog park be placed in a field off Deerwood Drive and Cricket Lane -- next door to Jackson Civic Center...
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Roy Booker recruits basketball players from around the world to join elite program
(B Magazine ~ 12/28/21)
When Roy Booker was shooting a thousand shots a day on his way to becoming Southeast Missouri State University’s single-season scoring leader, he knew hard work was his path to success...
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Jamie Burger tries again with monuments bill in Jefferson City
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
State Rep. Jamie Burger of Benton (R-148) doesn't like removing public monuments, even controversial ones, and wants to relieve local governments from the burden of having to make such decisions. Burger's "Right to Remember" bill was pre-filed in the Missouri House on Dec. 15, and it will be on the docket for consideration when the General Assembly begins to meet again Jan. 5...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 12/28/21)
Today is Tuesday, Dec. 28, the 362nd day of 2021. There are three days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 28, 2014, the war in Afghanistan, fought for 13 bloody years and still raging, came to a formal end with a quiet flag-lowering ceremony in Kabul that marked the transition of the fighting from U.S.-led combat troops to the country's own security forces...
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Court postpones verdicts in Suu Kyi case
(International News ~ 12/28/21)
BANGKOK -- A court in military-ruled Myanmar postponed its verdicts Monday on two charges against ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi in which she is accused of importing and possessing walkie-talkies without following official procedures, a legal official familiar with the case said...
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Young South Africans learn of Tutu's activism for equality
(International News ~ 12/28/21)
JOHANNESBURG -- Archbishop Desmond Tutu's legacy is reverberating among young South Africans, many of whom were not born when the clergyman battled apartheid and sought full rights for the nation's Black majority. Tutu, who died Sunday at the age of 90, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 for those efforts...
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Omicron spreads global gloom over New Year's celebrations
(International News ~ 12/28/21)
BRUSSELS -- As omicron spreads ever more gloom around the globe ahead of New Year's Eve, governments are moving at different speeds to contain the scourge, with some reimposing restrictions immediately and others hesitating to spoil the party again...
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Omicron, storms disrupt air travel for 4th consecutive day
(National News ~ 12/28/21)
NEW YORK -- Flight cancellations that disrupted holiday travel stretched into Monday as airlines called off thousands more flights because crews were sick with COVID-19 during one of the year's busiest travel periods, and storm fronts added to the havoc...
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Snow blasts California and freezes Pacific Northwest
(National News ~ 12/28/21)
SAN FRANCISCO -- Blowing snow in mountains of Northern California and Nevada closed key highways over the weekend, while an arctic blast brought frigid temperatures to the Pacific Northwest and unusually warm weather settled over parts of Texas and the Southeast...
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Fauci: US should consider vaccine mandate for air travel
(National News ~ 12/28/21)
WASHINGTON -- Dr. Anthony Fauci, the top U.S. infectious disease expert, said Monday the nation should consider a vaccination mandate for domestic air travel, signaling a potential embrace of an idea the Biden administration has previously eschewed, as COVID-19 cases spike...
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Again, crews find apparent time capsule at Lee statue site
(National News ~ 12/28/21)
RICHMOND, Va. -- Crews wrapping up the removal Monday of a giant pedestal that once held a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee in Richmond found what appeared to be a second and long-sought-after time capsule, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam said. The governor tweeted photos of a box being removed from the site and said conservators were studying the artifact...
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Sponsored: Should you build or buy your next home?
(Insiders Advice ~ 12/28/21)
When preparing to make the next move, a common question we hear is, “Should I build or buy?” There are several factors that could play into your decision, and it’s best to consider your priorities regarding a new home when deciding whether to build or buy. Home construction involves a lot of decision making and financial management, which can be very stressful...
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Speak Out 12-28-21
(Speak Out ~ 12/28/21)
So it seems the City of Cape is listening somewhat. The employees are getting a $1500 bonus. That's great, but the city needs to answer three questions. What is the total cost of this? What is the total expense saved due to vacancies? Are there city employees who are getting more than a $1500 bonus?...
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Prayer 12-28-21
(Prayer ~ 12/28/21)
Thank you, Lord Jesus, that by grace we are saved through faith in you. Amen.
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Foster kindness, identify solutions and spread joy in 2022
(Column ~ 12/28/21)
On New Year's Eve, when I was a kid, at the stroke of midnight we would run outside and bang pots and pans with a wooden spoon to ring in the new year. Those were the modest homemade noisemakers of our small Kentucky town. As a teen, I would dream of being among the crowd in New York City when the ball dropped. I declared that's where I'd be for the year 2000. I wasn't. I was 25 years old and pregnant with my daughter. I slept right through it. Staying up until midnight had lost its novelty...
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The true gift of Christmas
(Column ~ 12/28/21)
Christmas is a season, not just a day. And it only begins on Dec. 25. The Rockefeller Center tree and elves on shelves and all the rest can be deceiving. We were merely preparing for Christmas, and are now celebrating it, at least until the Epiphany. Others will celebrate until the feast of the Presentation in early February. It's a season that renews Christians' faith and hope, and reminds them of their capacity for joy...
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Births 12/28/21
(Births ~ 12/28/21)
Son to Tyler Baskin and Brooke Steinnerd of Jackson, Southeast Hospital, 7:29 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021. Name, Klayten Timothy David. Weight, 6 pounds. First child. Steinnerd is the daughter of Sandy Jones of Jackson and Tim Steinnerd of Leopold, Missouri. She works for Crown Hospice. Baskin is the son of Shannon Baskin of Paris, Tennessee, and Brenda Whitehead of Drummonds, Tennessee. He is employed by Mondi...
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Fire report 12-28-21
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/28/21)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls. Dec. 26 n Medical assists were made at 10:12 a.m. on Lexington Avenue; 10:22 a.m. on South Middle Street; 11:31 a.m. on Westpoint Place; 1:08 p.m. at North Pind Wood Lane and North Silver Springs Road; 1:59 p.m. on Pioneer Drive; 4:55 p.m. on North Street; 4:59 p.m. on William Street; 5 p.m. on James Court; 5:01 p.m. on McDonald Street; and 10:31 p.m. on Themis Street...
- Police report 12-28-21 (Police/Fire Report ~ 12/28/21)
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Garry Smith
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Garry Dean Smith, 85, of Chaffee passed away Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. He was born June 13, 1936, in Jackson, son of George H. and Nellie M. Schreiner Smith. He and Sharon Elizabeth Schwartz were married June 22, 1957. She passed away Dec. 10, 1986. He and Joyce Sullinger were married Nov. 27, 1993. She survives...
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Betty Roth
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
Betty M. Roth, 92, of Cape Girardeau died Friday, Dec. 24, 2021, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. Arrangements are pending at Ford and Sons Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau.
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Donald Rhodes
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
SIKESTON, Mo. -- Donald Franklin Rhodes, 72, of Sikeston died Friday, Dec. 24, 2021, at Missouri Delta Medical Center. He was born June 15, 1949, in Cape Girardeau to Cecil and Marye Mabrey Rhodes. Donald was of the Methodist faith. He enjoyed riding motorcycles in his younger days...
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Beulah Owen
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
ST. LOUIS -- Beulah Pearl Owen, 93, of St. Louis died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at Aspire Senior Living in Advance, Missouri. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Cape County Memorial Park Mausoleum. Funeral will follow at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Donny Ford officiating. Burial will be in Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery...
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Hughie Lape
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
ADVANCE, Mo. -- Raymond "Hughie" Lape, 91, of Advance passed away Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, at his home. He was born Dec. 23, 1930, the son of Fritz and Inez Weaver Lape. Hughie had been the owner and operator of Lape Farms. Prior to being a farmer, he had enjoyed driving a gravel truck for a living. He was a member of the Masonic Lakeville Lodge. He was also a member of the Berrong General Baptist Church near Zalma, Missouri...
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Lisa Mitchem
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
JONESBORO, Ill. -- Lisa Gaye Mitchem, 62, of Jonesboro died Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Jan. 8 at Unity Baptist Church in Benton, Missouri. Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel of Benton is in charge of arrangements...
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Terry Godwin
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
Terry Lee Godwin, 72, of Jackson passed away Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, peacefully at his home after a battle with cancer. He was born Sept. 12, 1949, in Cape Girardeau, the son of John E. and Lillian Probst Godwin. Terry was a graduate of Jackson Senior High School. ...
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Marise L. Compass
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
Marise "Risi" L. Compass passed away Friday, Dec. 24, 2021, surrounded by family at her home. She was born May 1, 1961, the third of six children. The family was the local "Brady Bunch," except they lived in a much smaller house and had no maid. Risi spent most of her childhood years playing outdoors when the weather was good (and sometimes even if it wasn't). ...
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Bobby Joe Busche
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
Bobby Joe Busche passed away Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, at the age of 91 years, 3 months and 2 days at Lutheran Home in his hometown of Cape Girardeau. He was the son of the late Clifford and Marie Busche. His medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite some pain and other issues, Bobby Joe came out a hero and stayed strong until the end...
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Thomas Anderson
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
Thomas Wayne Anderson Jr., 78, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Glen Allen, Missouri, died Friday, Dec. 24, 2021, at his home. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until service time today at Hutchings Funeral Chapel in Marble Hill, Missouri. Funeral will begin at 1 p.m. today at the funeral home, with the Rev. Michael Woods officiating. Burial will be in Lightner Cemetery in Scott City...
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Portion of Blomeyer roundabout to be closed for concrete work
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
A portion of the Blomeyer roundabout on Highway 25 will be closed while Missouri Department of Transportation crews make concrete repairs. According to a MoDOT news release, the closure will impact travelers driving southwest on Highway 25 within the roundabout. Motorists should seek alternate routes as work is underway. The news release says the work will begin at 6 a.m. Wednesday and will continue through 6 a.m. Thursday...
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Out of the past: Dec. 28
(Out of the Past ~ 12/28/21)
Dr. C. John Ritter plans to quit his job so he can provide medical care where it is needed most -- in third-world countries; the 59-year-old internist plans to close his private practice at the end of the month; in a letter to his patients, Ritter said he will devote his time and energy "to the services of God and mankind in both foreign and domestic fields"; he wants to undertake more medical missions with the Doctors to the World charity; he also hopes to work with the Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center.. ...
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Jaclyn Sexauer crowned Miss Cape Girardeau Miss Volunteer
(Submitted Story ~ 12/28/21)
For Immediate Release 12.28.21 Miss Missouri Volunteer America Pageant Crowns Jaclyn Sexauer Miss Cape Girardeau Kirkwood, MO — Jaclyn Sexauer recently earned the title of Miss Cape Girardeau. and will be competing in the Inaugural Miss Missouri Volunteer America Pageant at the Ross Family Theatre Kirkwood Performing Arts Center in Kirkwood, Missouri January 6-8, 2022. ...
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Lilly Stockard crowned Miss Jackson Teen Miss Missouri Volunteer
(Submitted Story ~ 12/28/21)
Miss Missouri Volunteer America Pageant Crowns Lilly Stockard Miss Jackson Teen Kirkwood, MO — Lilly Stockard recently earned the title of Miss Jackson Teen and will be competing in the Inaugural Miss Missouri Teen Volunteer America Pageant at the Ross Family Theatre Kirkwood Performing Arts Center in Kirkwood, Missouri January 6-8, 2022. The Miss Missouri Teen Volunteer Pageant is proud to announce it will be giving away over $25,000 in scholarships in its first year...
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