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Man convicted of sex crimes, faces up to 60 years in prison
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. -- A Butler County jury took less than an hour and a half to find Steven E. Hardcastle, 48, of Poplar Bluff guilty of first-degree statutory rape and two counts of first-degree sexual abuse. He faces up to 60 years in prison. The conviction is the culmination of a case beginning three years ago. ...
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Juvenile transported by Air-Evac after accident in Sikeston
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
SIKESTON, Mo. -- A juvenile sustained injuries in an accident at the Sikeston Recreation Complex Wednesday evening. According to Sikeston Department of Public Safety, at approximately 8:40 p.m., officers were called to the complex in reference to a report of a vehicle striking a pedestrian. ...
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Vehicle pursuit ends in crash on Hwy. 25
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
DEXTER, Mo. -- A motor vehicle pursuit ended Wednesday afternoon in a crash on Highway 25. Dexter Police Chief Hank Trout said an officer on patrol noticed a passenger vehicle traveling at estimated speeds of 80 miles per hour in a residential zone...
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Suspect in custody after shooting
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
SIKESTON, Mo. -- One person was taken into custody after a shooting Thursday morning. According to Sikeston Department of Public Safety Public Information Officer Tyler Rowe, at 9:10 a.m. officers received a report of a subject from one vehicle firing a shot at another vehicle around S. West and Malone...
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Early hot temps to subside, official says
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
On Wednesday, temperatures surpassed 90 degrees in Cape Girardeau. According to the National Weather Service, it was the earliest 90-degree day since 2012; not just for Cape Girardeau, but also for other cities in the region. Sean Poulos of the National Weather Service (NWS) Paducah, Kentucky, office remembered the oppressive and unseasonable conditions from a decade prior...
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Lunar eclipse visible Sunday in Southeast Missouri
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
For those who stay up late Sunday night in southeast Missouri, a total "blood moon" lunar eclipse may be witnessed -- the first in nearly a year -- according to NASA. Visible in North and South America, the astronomical event may also be seen in parts of Europe and Africa...
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George E. Alt and the Alt family legacy
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
William Alt's son, George E., preferred a military career and held a captaincy in the British Army. However, he immigrated to manage his father's land and business interests in Missouri, assisted by local lawyer Benjamin F. Davis. It is unclear whether William Alt came with George when he first arrived in the early 1890s...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 05/14/22)
Today is Saturday, May 14, the 134th day of 2022. There are 231 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On May 14, 1940, the Netherlands surrendered to invading German forces during World War II. On this date: In 1643, Louis XIV became King of France at age 4 upon the death of his father, Louis XIII...
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Reynolds - 50 years
(Anniversary ~ 05/14/22)
Jerry and Lou Reynolds of Cape Girardeau will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Friday, May 20.
- Yard of the Month (Submitted Photo ~ 05/14/22)
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Club News 5-15-22
(Community News ~ 05/14/22)
The Southeast District Spring FCE Meeting was held April 26 at the University of Missouri Extension Center in Jackson and hosted by Cape Girardeau County FCE Clubs. The theme of the meeting was working together for a brighter tomorrow. Members attended from Butler and Cape Girardeau counties. ...
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Adopt Grady 5-15-22
(Community ~ 05/14/22)
Submitted by Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary This week's pet is Grady. Grady is a roly poly cat who is super friendly. He follows anyone wherever they walk and does well with other cats as he politely waits his turn to be petted. If you are ready for a rewarding experience, come see us at Safe Harbor. Call (573) 243-9823...
- Air Force JROTC cadets make donation to veterans relief (Community ~ 05/14/22)
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That's a green bug!
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
This bright green insect is called a six-spotted tiger beetle. It is native to North America. After wintering in the ground as a small gray larva, the six-spotted tiger beetle emerges in spring when the ground warms and wildflowers begin to bloom. This insect can run fast and fly fast. It is carnivorous and eats other insects, including ants...
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Senior Center Menus for May 16-20
(Community ~ 05/14/22)
Monday: Cheeseburger on bun and potato wedges or chicken livers with mash potatoes and gravy, zucchini and tomatoes, lettuce and tomatoes and pineapple tidbits or brownie. Tuesday: Ham and beans or crispy-baked chicken, oven-fried potatoes and onions, seasoned cabbage, cornbread and crackers and mixed fruit dessert or caramel apple dessert...
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FYI 5-15-22
(Community ~ 05/14/22)
The Scott City Knights of Columbus will hold its monthly third-Sunday breakfast from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., May 15 at the KC Hall in Scott City. The menu includes biscuits and gravy, pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, homemade pork sausage and yogurt. Orders for sausage by the pound will be taken by Gary at (573) 576-6451...
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A way to deal with life
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
Does life often seem to get you down, cut you off or seem to be more than you can deal with? Most have been hurt by something another person has said to us, at one time or another. How did we respond to those injured feelings of disappointment, dashed-confidence, and rejection?...
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Israeli police beat pallbearers at journalist's funeral
(International News ~ 05/14/22)
JERUSALEM -- Israeli riot police on Friday pushed and beat pallbearers at the funeral for slain Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, causing them to briefly drop the casket in a shocking start to a procession that turned into perhaps the largest display of Palestinian nationalism in Jerusalem in a generation...
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Russia takes losses in failed river crossing, officials say
(International News ~ 05/14/22)
KYIV, Ukraine -- Russian forces suffered heavy losses in a Ukrainian attack that destroyed a pontoon bridge they were using to try to cross a river in the east, Ukrainian and British officials said in another sign of Moscow's struggle to salvage a war gone awry...
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US, Russian defense chiefs speak for first time since invasion of Ukraine
(National News ~ 05/14/22)
WASHINGTON -- Russian Minister of Defense Sergey Shoygu spoke with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday after months of refusing direct contact with his American counterpart. But officials said the call didn't appear to signal any change in Moscow's war in Ukraine...
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Popular and native
(Community ~ 05/14/22)
The annual sunflower (Helianthus annus) has a long history in North America, with evidence of its cultivation for food, ceremonial and medical use by Native Americans dating back to at least 1,000 B.C. Sunflower seeds are said to have been brought to Europe by Spanish explorers around the late 16th century, and eventually found their way to Eastern Europe. Ukraine is now the world's leading producer of the plants...
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Some Catholic abortion foes uneasy about overturning Roe
(Community ~ 05/14/22)
NEW YORK -- Top leaders of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops called on the faithful to pray and fast Friday, in hopes the Supreme Court is on track to overturn the constitutional right to abortion. Yet even among Catholics who oppose abortion, there is some unease about the consequences of such a ruling...
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Turkey's leader opposes letting Finland, Sweden enter NATO
(National News ~ 05/14/22)
HELSINKI -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday that his country is "not favorable" toward Finland and Sweden joining NATO, indicating Turkey could use its membership in the Western military alliance to veto moves to admit the two countries...
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Pandemic-era asylum limits before federal judge
(National News ~ 05/14/22)
LAFAYETTE, Louisiana -- An attorney arguing for 21 states urged a federal judge Friday to block Biden administration plans to lift pandemic-related restrictions on migrants requesting asylum, saying the decision was made without sufficient consideration on the effects the move could have on public health and law enforcement...
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Bill protects doctors who prescribe controversial COVID-19 drugs
(State News ~ 05/14/22)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A bill passed this week by the state Legislature would prevent state licensing boards from disciplining doctors who prescribe the controversial off-label drugs ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine to their patients. The measure also would prevent pharmacists from questioning doctors who prescribe the drugs unless the patient or doctor asks about the drugs' effectiveness, The Kansas City Star reported...
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Cape Girardeau County Commission agenda for 5/16/22 meeting
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
Cape Girardeau County Commission 9 a.m. today 1 Barton Square, Jackson Approval of minutes n Minutes of stated meetings of May 12 Communications/reports -- other elected officials n None at this time Public comments n Items listed on the agenda Appointments and possible action items...
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NB I-55 in Cape County reduced for approach repairs
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
NB I-55 in Cape County reduced for approach repairs Northbound Interstate 55 in Cape Girardeau County -- between mile markers 98 and 99.5 in Cape Girardeau -- will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as contractor crews make approach repairs. According to a Missouri Department of Transportation news release, the work will take place from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 6 through June 17,...
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Cape Airport advisory board announces proposals
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
After multiple deadline extensions to replace SkyWest Airline Carrier, Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Advisory Board has received three proposals to replace shuttle service to the area. The carriers include Southern Airways, Boutique Air and Contour. ...
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Jackson Board of Alderman Agenda for 5-16-22
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
City of Jackson mayor and Board of Aldermen Regular meeting 6 p.m. Monday Adoption of agenda n Motion adopting the regular meeting agenda Approval of minutes n Motion approving the minutes of the regular meeting of May 2 Public hearing n Hearing to consider a Special Use Permit for gun sales in a C-3 (Central Business) District at 125 Court Street, as submitted by Jones Drug Store, Inc...
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Cape Girardeau City Council agenda for 5-16-22
(Local News ~ 05/14/22)
Cape Girardeau City Council 5 p.m. Tuesday, City Hall Presetations n Beautiful Business Property of the Month n Public Works Week Proclamation -- Public Works Department Employees n Emergency Medical Services Week Proclamation -- Fire Department Employees...
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Fire report 5-15-22
(Police/Fire Report ~ 05/14/22)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls. May 11 n Medical assists were made at 11:21 a.m. on North Louisiana Avenue; 12:43 p.m. on William Street; 1:21 p.m. on North Fountain Street; 2:04 p.m. on North Mount Auburn Road; 2:19 p.m. at Doctors Park; 3:37 p.m. on Randol Avenue; 3:48 p.m. on South Mount Auburn Road; 11:01 p.m. on Penny Avenue...
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Police report 5-15-22
(Police/Fire Report ~ 05/14/22)
CAPE GIRARDEAU Cape Girardeau Police Department responded to the following calls. Arrest does not imply guilt. Arrests n A warrant arrest and theft of a vehicle were reported on William Street. n A warrant arrest and shots fired were reported on South Sprigg Street...
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Barbara Vinson
(Obituary ~ 05/14/22)
BENTON, Mo. -- Barbara J. Vinson, 74, of Benton died Thursday, May 12, 2022 at her home. She was born Dec. 7, 1947, in Cape Girardeau to Alfred and Geraldine Kraft Sprenger. She is survived by two sons, Richard (Lena) Upchurch of Benton and Kevin (Julie) Upchurch of Jackson; a daughter, Missy (Don) Jones of Benton; two stepchildren, Jamie (Melissa) Vinson and Lori (Larry) Lescure of Waverly, Tennessee; a sister, Verna (James)Ramsey of Jefferson City, Missouri; 17 grandchildren, Erika, Emily, Erin, Ryan, Britni, Kellsi, Maci, Ben, Cody, James, Noah, Katie, Jonah, Brandon, Michael, Thomas and Michelle; and 19 great-grandchildren, Mason, Audrey, Kylie, Khloe, Kaylee, Daniel, Cooper, Journey, Braeden, Skylar, Levi, Gracie, Xander, Hadleigh, Alayah, Preston, Lincoln, Raelynn and Mya, and baby boy Jones on the way.. ...
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Joe Miinch
(Obituary ~ 05/14/22)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- Joe K. Miinch, 85, of Marble Hill died Tuesday, May 10, 2022, surrounded by family. Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at Liley Funeral Home in Patton, Missouri. Funeral service will follow at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Troy Richards officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Sedgewickville, Missouri...
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Candy Gracyus
(Obituary ~ 05/14/22)
Candy Jo Gracyus, 40, of Oak Ridge passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at her home. She was born May 28, 1981, to Andrew and Betty Bowen Gracyus in Chicago. Candy was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She was an 8th grade graduate of St. Joseph Grammar School and a graduate of Mount Assisi High School. She earned an associate degree from DuPage College. She enjoyed animal photography and baking...
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Kudos on Cape's city budget
(Letter to the Editor ~ 05/14/22)
I would like to commend our mayor, city council members and city staff for creating the proposed 2022-2023 operating budget for the City of Cape Girardeau. Upon reviewing the document, it was obvious to me that a lot of thought, work and time went into developing a budget that not only provides for routine city operating costs but also invests available revenues in city employees, streets, the airport and other areas of infrastructure...
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The shameful Supreme Court protests threaten the American order
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
There was something ridiculous about the half-a-dozen protesters in "Handmaid's Tale" costumes showing up at Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett's house, with one of them explaining to a reporter that Barrett, as an adoptive mother, doesn't know what it's like to carry a child to term. Never mind that the Justice has given birth five times...
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Imagine the unimaginable
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
Americans are now entering uncharted, revolutionary territory. They may witness things over the next five months that once would have seemed unimaginable. Until the Ukrainian conflict, we had never witnessed a major land war inside Europe directly involving a nuclear power...
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Freedom is rooted in sanctity of life
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
In 1955, an unmarried pregnant University of Wisconsin graduate student left her home and traveled to San Francisco to a doctor who took in unwed expectant mothers, delivered their babies and helped arrange adoptions. The baby son she delivered and put up for adoption grew up to become the legendary business and technology entrepreneur Steve Jobs...
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Prayer 5-15-22
(Prayer ~ 05/14/22)
O Father God, our Lord and Savior, may our words proclaim your righteousness. Amen.
- Tunes at Twilight returns (Local News ~ 05/14/22)
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Pastors quitting early -- a growing trend?
(Column ~ 05/14/22)
In the interests of full disclosure, the writer of this column is a former pastor who retired from pastoral ministry a decade ago. Ergo, I'm troubled but not at all surprised by new statistics released by California-based Barna Group, a Christian polling organization...
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Out of the past: May 14
(Out of the Past ~ 05/14/22)
VANDUSER, Mo. -- Fire Tuesday at a wood-treatment plant near here burned for five hours, sending a plume of thick black smoke into the air that was visible from 30 miles away; the smoke closed Route Z in Scott County for two hours, reduced the water pressure in Vanduser and destroyed a building where 15 people worked; by nightfall, the fire at Sikeston Creosoting was only smoldering, the black smoke reduced to white steam...
- Captured on Film (Community ~ 05/14/22)
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