Essner lauded as term limits force him from Cape Girardeau parks board

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

As Jay Knudtson's final term as Cape Girardeau mayor was winding down in 2009, he approached a friend as a possible successor -- someone he felt epitomized the best qualities of public service.

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