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Eclipse pictures (4/10/24)These pictures our daughter took are amazing!!!
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Eclipse pictures (4/10/24)These pictures our daughter took are amazing!!!
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Local high school students recognized as Missouri's top scholars (4/9/24)Three students in Southeast Missouri were recently named to the Missouri Scholars 100 list, and two others received honorable mention recognition. Lydia Cao of Cape Central High School, Luke Richey of Notre Dame Regional High School and Ellie Kratochvil of Saxony Lutheran High School were each listed in the top 100 list selected annually by the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (4/1/24)For release immediately, with photo April 1, 2024 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of March...
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5-H Ranch Spring Festival (3/24/24)Hello, my name is Jolie Hale. I am putting on an Spring Festival on Saturday, April 6th. This event will have Boutique & Craft Vendors, Food Vendors, A petting zoo, Camel & Pony Rides, and more! This event takes place at 5-H Ranch in Jackson MO from 10 am until 4pm. This would be such a great activity to spend quality time with your family or friends! So come on out for a good time! We hope to see you there!...
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Partnerhsip With Business Report (3/11/24)An exciting project is taking place within the Jackson High School FBLA program. Every year Jackson High School students compete in business-related events at Districts, State, and Nationals. One of the few straight-to-state events includes State reports like The Partnership with Business Report. ...
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QUALLS FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (3/1/24)For release immediately, with photo March 1, 2024 QUALLS FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Bruce Qualls of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of February...
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JAMS -- Jackson Audio Music Supply LLC 3rd Time Winner of The Knot "Best Of Weddings" Award (2/7/24)Jackson Audio and Music Supply, LLC NAMED WINNER OF THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2024 18th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Honor the Top Wedding Professionals Across America Jackson, MO/ February 6th, 2024—Jackson Audio and Music Supply, LLC (JAMS) is pleased to announce that they have been selected as a 2024 winner of The Knot Best of Weddings. ...
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QUALLS FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (2/1/24)For release immediately, with photo February 1, 2024 QUALLS FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Bruce Qualls of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of January...
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Jackson Food Pantry (1/8/24)Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service donated $350 to the Jackson Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry. Accepting the check is Pastor Sam Roethemeyer. The number of families being served by the food pantry increased by 450 last year and is around 1500 families per year. Summer months are always challenging for the pantry because they feed families three daily meals and donations tend to drop off during that time...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (1/2/24)For release immediately, with photo January 2, 2024 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of December...
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Wreaths Across America Partnerships with Rotary Clubs (12/21/23)Wreaths Across America for Cape Girardeau County - 191 Wreaths purchased through John Guild Chapter of D.A.R. This was a partnership between all five Rotary Clubs in our area as well as District 6060 with a Matching Grant. Our donation to Wreaths Across America totaled $3,244. The Five Rotary Clubs are Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau County, Cape Girardeau West, Jackson and Southeast Missouri Service...
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Celebrate Jesus (12/16/23)St. Paul Lutheran Church and School held a free family event, Celebrate Jesus, on Saturday, Dec. 9th. Families with young children ages 6 months through 3rd grade participated in games, crafts, sensory activities, large motor play, a glow room, a live nativity, cookie decorating, and more...
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Delta Student Council and Toys for Tots (12/5/23)The Delta High School Student Council held 3 different fundraising events to raise money for the Toys for Tots program. A bake sale, donuts and hot cocoa breakfast and a road block raised $1170 for the program. Members went on a shopping spree at Kohl's and also earned $300 in Kohl's cash which will be used to purchase more toys. ...
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DARBY RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD (12/1/23)For release immediately, with photo December 1, 2023 DARBY RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was New Member Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of November...
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Jackson Solar, LLC. Wins BBB Award for Ethics (11/16/23)FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jackson Solar LLC Receives BBB TORCH Award Cape Girardeau, Mo., Nov. xx, 2023 – Jackson Solar LLC is a 2023 Better Business Bureau (BBB) TORCH Award winner for BBB Serving Eastern & Southwest Missouri & Southern Illinois. The TORCH Awards recognize organizations that exemplify high ethics in their treatment of customers, employees and suppliers. Three Cape Girardeau-region businesses are being recognized in 2023...
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Uptown Jackson plays key role in promotion of city (11/14/23)Jackson is unique in that our historic business district is referred to as "Uptown". Most cities have a downtown or Main Street area but not too many have the designation of "Uptown". As its centerpiece, our historic uptown area has the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse, which is surrounded by historic buildings on the Square, High and Main streets...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (11/1/23)For release immediately, with photo November 1, 2023 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of October...
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DARBY RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD (11/1/23)For release immediately, with photo November 1, 2023 DARBY RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD Kelly Darby Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of October. Darby joined Modern Woodmen in November 2010. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 717,000 members nationwide...
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DARBY RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD (11/1/23)November 1, 2023 DARBY RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was New Member Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of October. Darby joined Modern Woodmen in November 2010. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 717,000 members nationwide...
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Meals on Wheels Rotary Grant (10/26/23)Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service created a District Rotary 6060 Community Assistance Program Grant. Jackson Senior Center Meals on Wheels received $2,000 through the Grant. Rotary Club members with Jackson Senior Center van delivery drivers are in this picture taken 10/20/23. This grant will help pay for meals for seniors that can't afford a nutrition lunch...
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Local Jackson Student Wins Mountain Bike State Championship (10/24/23)Sophia Smith, a member of the SEMO Mudcats Mountain Bike Team recently won the Missouri Mountain Bike Championship at Two River Bike Park in Nixa, MO. Sophia, a 6th grader at Jackson Middle School, competed against 20 other racers from around the state of Missouri. ...
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DARBY RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD (10/2/23)For release immediately, with photo October 1, 2023 DARBY RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD Kelly Darby Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of September. Darby joined Modern Woodmen in November 2010. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 717,000 members nationwide...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTIVE OF THE MONTH (10/2/23)For release immediately, with photo October 1, 2023 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial, was named District Representative of the Month for September...
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The Motorcycle Cannonball Rolls into Town (9/13/23)Found myself a good spot to catch some of the Motorcycle Cannonball Participants as they rolled toward Cape.
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Jackson's Gerau named to state panel leadership (8/28/23)Brian Gerau, executive director of Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed vice chair of Missouri Agriculture and Small Business Development Authority. Gerau is one of seven authority commissioners named by Gov. Mike Parson. The panel's role is to make capital available to Missouri farmers, particularly independent producers, agribusinesses and small businesses through grants, loans and tax credits...
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60th Wedding Anniversary (8/20/23)On July 19th, 2023, Lewis and Janis Ticer celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They were married in Cape Girardeau, MO shortly after she graduated from High School
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Mike and Andrea 50th Anniversary Celebration (8/1/23)Our children hosted a 50th Anniversary party for us at the Jackson KC Hall Saturday, July 29th. We were blessed to see so many family and friends there. Thanks for the memory!
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QUALLS RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD (8/1/23)For release immediately, with photo August 1, 2023 QUALLS RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD Bruce Qualls of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was New Member Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of July. Qualls joined Modern Woodmen in October 2005. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 717,000 members nationwide...
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QUALLS RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD (8/1/23)For release immediately, with photo August 1, 2023 QUALLS RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD Bruce Qualls of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of July. Qualls joined Modern Woodmen in October 2005. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 717,000 members nationwide...
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JAckson Knights of Columbus Ladies' Auxiliary Scholarship Presentation (7/17/23)Recently the Jackson Knights of Columbus Ladies’ Auxiliary presented 3 college scholarships to area graduating seniors at their annual banquet. The ladies auxiliary is proud to present scholarships every year to area high school graduates and help to further their education. Pictured here are this year’s scholarship recipients...
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Jackson Knights of Columbus Scholarship presentation (7/17/23)Recently the Jackson Knights of Columbus presented six college scholarships to area graduating seniors at their annual banquet. The Jackson Knights of Columbus Council is proud to present scholarships every year to the four area high schools and help to further the education of students. Pictured here are this year’s scholarship recipients...
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Jackson Students Win Top Honors at FBLA National Leadership Conference (7/6/23)Students from Jackson Senior High School won top prizes at the 2023 National Leadership Conference of Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest Career and Technical Student Organization focused solely on business. The event, held in Atlanta, Georgia, from June 27 to 30, attracted more than 13,000 middle school and high school students and educators from across the country...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (7/5/23)For release immediately, with photo July 5, 2023 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of June...
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Rotary sponsors Veterans Memorial Display (6/7/23)A temporary Memorial was dedicated to the memorial veterans whose headstones at Jackson City Cemetery can no longer be read. The Memorial consists of U.S. Flag, P.O.W./M.I.A flags in the background and flags and wreaths for the six branches: Army, Marine, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard. ...
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June is Alzheimer's, Dementia & Brain Awareness Month (5/24/23)Good Afternoon, Hope you all are doing well. My name is Grace and I’m a local attorney and the youngest member of the Board of Directors for the Alzheimer's Association Missouri Chapter. June is the Association’s “Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month.” Because I am the only board member in the Southeast Missouri area (most of the board members are in St. ...
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Introducing Inspire - Craft & Gift Boutique: A Treasure Trove of Unique Finds in Jackson. (5/22/23)We are delighted to announce the opening of Inspire - Craft & Gift Boutique, a vibrant new business that promises to captivate the hearts of shoppers seeking one-of-a-kind treasures. Conveniently located at 532 W Main St, our mall showcases an exquisite collection of over 35 different vendors, each offering a diverse range of delightful products...
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Orchard Drive Elementary Teacher Receives Grant from WGU Missouri (5/19/23)Kimber Parks, a third-grade teacher at Orchard Drive Elementary in Jackson, has received a $2,360 grant through WGU Missouri's “Fund My Classroom” initiative. The funds will enable Parks to create a multimedia classroom communication platform, or news channel, that her students will use to further build their communication and technology skills. Parks learned she was selected for the grant on May 10 when she was surprised with a check presentation at her school...
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Jackson FBLA Honored for National Award (5/11/23)The Jackson FBLA chapter achieved the Champion Plus award in May 2023. Only 242 chapters of the 5200 chapters across the nation have achieved this honor. Champion Plus is the fifth part of the Champion Chapter program, which is a series of membership engagement-focused challenges that chapters may complete for national recognition. ...
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Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (5/5/23)Madison James-Kessler, a sophomore at Jackson High School, has been selected by the Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service as the Rotary Youth Leadership Academy recipient. The Rotary Club pays the $500 scholarship for the student to attend "RYLA" the four day/3 night Academy at University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg MO. ...
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Pups in Bloom Rotary Charity Dog Show (5/5/23)Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service had a successful first annual Dog Show. The plans are to be at Jackson Bloom every year now to feature all the wonderful dogs in the area. We want to thank our sponsors Modern Woodmen, Southeast Missourian, Heartland Veterinary Care, Kim Wengert-Edge Realty, Linda Puchbauer, Dave Hitt, Maria Stiffler and Cowboy & Belle Parsons (cats of Adelaide Parsons). ...
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Jackson FFA attends Farm Days at Flickerwood (5/4/23)Jackson FFA officers attend Farm Days at Flickerwood. Farm Day consists of a fun-filled day of education for local 3rd-grade students that is sponsored by SEMO Cattlemans Association and many local agriculture production businesses. This Year 9 Jackson FFA officers attended including Elisha Thompson, Kaci Scott, Allie Eifert, Austin Bodenstein, Josey Meier, Taylor Myers, Brody McCallister, Kelby Engelen, & Autumn McBryde. ...
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Jackson FFA Chapter Banquet (5/4/23)At the end of each year, Jackson FFA hosts an annual parent/member banquet to congratulate the hard work that has been presented throughout the year. Members are congratulated for their accomplishments and hard work. Jackson FFA would like to especially recognize its honorary, and outstanding members. ...
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Jackson FFA Member selected for HYMAX Academy (5/4/23)Jackson FFA Member selected for MO HYMAX Academy after a competitive selection process. HYMAX is a conference set-up for incoming sophomores who have dedicated themselves to FFA and Agriculture. During HYMAX members will learn about leadership, and increase their agricultural knowledge. Congratulations to Will Thomas on receiving this honor!...
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Jackson FFA Members Selected for National FFA Next Generation Conference (5/4/23)NextGen is a conference built to teach students about specific AFNR career pathways, advocacy, leadership, and inclusion. Members selected for the Animal Systems conference in Denver Colorado were Allie Eifert & Taylor Myers. The member selected for Power, Structural, and Technical Conference this summer in Raleigh North Carolina is Taylor Myers. Congratulations Allie & Taylor!...
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Jackson FFA Member selected for Missouri HYPE Academy (5/3/23)HYPE is an academy sponsored by Missouri Corn for 30 passionate incoming FFA seniors. HYPE teaches students about advocacy, leadership, and strengthens their knowledge of agriculture. After a competitive selection process, Ty Bollinger was selected for the academy. Congratulations Ty!...
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Jackson FFA Member Receives State Degree (5/3/23)An FFA State Degree is the highest award a member can obtain in high school. To get a state degree a member must put in countless hours, dedication, and hard work inside and outside of FFA. Congratulations to Jackson FFA Junior Josey Meier for obtaining this honor!...
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Jackson FFA attends 95th Annual State Convention (5/3/23)Jackson FFA attends the 95th annual Missouri FFA State Convention! While at state convention Jackson FFA spent their time competing, receiving awards, going to leadership sessions, and listening to speakers!Congratulations to our award recipients! Awards Received: Proficiency Awards- Autumn McBryde, Poultry Production, Missouri AgriBusiness Academy- Ty Bollinger, Josey Meier, State Degree- Josey Meier...
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VOLKERDING FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (5/1/23)For release immediately, with photo May 1, 2023 VOLKERDING FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Ken Volkerding of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of April...
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VOLKERDING RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD (5/1/23)For release immediately, with photo May 1, 2023 VOLKERDING RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD Ken Volkerding of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of April. Volkerding joined Modern Woodmen in November 2004. ...
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JACKSON FBLA ATTENDS MISSOURI STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2023 (4/20/23)Missouri Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) welcomed 5,000+ attendees from nearly 400 chapters to the record breaking State Leadership Conference April 16-18, 2023. Members and advisers gathered in person to expand their leadership knowledge, compete in various events, and connect with others from across the state. ...
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JACKSON FBLA ATTENDS MISSOURI STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE 2023 (4/20/23)Missouri Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) welcomed 5,000+ attendees from nearly 400 chapters to the record breaking State Leadership Conference April 16-18, 2023. Members and advisers gathered in person to expand their leadership knowledge, compete in various events, and connect with others from across the state. ...
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Local Criminal Defense Investigator Receives National Award (4/13/23)In March of this year, our nation marked the 60th anniversary of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision of Gideon v. Wainwright, 372 U.S. 335 (1963), in which the Court ruled that the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution requires U.S. States to provide attorneys to criminal defendants who are unable to afford their own. ...
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QUALLS RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD (4/3/23)For release immediately, with photo April 1, 2023 QUALLS RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD Bruce Qualls of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was New Member Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of March. Qualls joined Modern Woodmen in October 2005. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 717,000 members nationwide...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (4/3/23)For release immediately, with photo April 1, 2023 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of March...
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DAR RECOGNIZES EARLENE SOKOLOWSKI WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD (3/29/23)The John Guild Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution met on March 21, 2023 at Kimbeland Country Club in Jackson. Chapter Community Service Award Chair Missy Janzow presented member Earlene Sokolowski with a pin and certificate from the National Society for her dedication to serving the local community. Sokolowski has volunteered at Southeast Hospital for 20 years, and has accumulated more than 6203 hours of service...
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Prodigy Requests Help for Earthquake Victim (3/7/23)Prodigy requests Help for Earthquake Victim By Mary Koeberl Rechenberg “Truly I tell you whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25: 40 NIV. This verse is said to have been Mother Teresa’s favorite text in the Bible, which she often quoted...
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DARBY RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD (3/1/23)For release immediately, with photo March 1, 2023 DARBY RECEIVES NEW MEMBER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of February. Kelly joined Modern Woodmen in November 2010. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 730,000 members nationwide...
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JHS FBLA MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE HELPING A SMALL BUSINESS (2/19/23)The Jackson High School FBLA membership committee completed their project to promote the business "Mississippi Mutts" a small locally owned cat and dog shop. This committee may be small consisting of 4 members but they are hard workers and committed. ...
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JHS FBLA MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE HELPING A SMALL BUSINESS (2/19/23)The Jackson FBLA Membership committee has participated in a state event known as "Partnership with business report". They have partnered up with a small business named "Mississippi Mutts" they are a local pet store located in Cape Girardeau. They have achieved many goals while partnering up with this business. ...
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Who is My Brother? Who is My Sister? (2/17/23)Revised copy Who is My Brother? Who is My Sister? By Mary Koeberl Rechenberg “Truly I tell you whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25: 40 NIV. This verse is said to have been Mother Teresa’s favorite text in the Bible, which she often quoted...
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Brain Injury & Stroke Support Group Open House (2/16/23)Have you ever met someone that has had a brain injury or stroke? Have you heard their story of survival? This is your chance to talk face to face with someone who has defied death. Some of the most extraordinary people in the Cape Girardeau area. The Brain Injury & Stroke Support Group has been around the Cape Girardeau area for more than 30 years. ...
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Saving Babies and Saving Souls (2/11/23)Saving Babies and Saving Souls By Mary Koeberl Rechenberg Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born, I set you apart: Jerimiah 1:5a NIV St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pocahontas, Missouri will hold a “Trivia Night” March 17, 2023 at 6:30 pm to raise money to support Pre-Born! Saving babies and saving souls...
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Jackson roadway lighting on front burner (2/10/23)Jackson's Board of Aldermen is expecting an update soon from Strickland Engineering on design and cost estimates for a long-discussed project to illuminate part of the main roadway into the Cape Girardeau County seat. "The council wants to light the corridor along East Jackson Boulevard from Old Orchard Road to Alliance Bank," said Don Schuette, municipal director of electric utilities, who said the city has been discussing illuminating the stretch since 2006...
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JACKSON AUDIO MUSIC SUPPLY, LLC (SEMO JAMS) NAMED WINNER OF THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2023 (2/10/23)JACKSON AUDIO MUSIC SUPPLY, LLC (SEMO JAMS) NAMED WINNER OF THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2023 17th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Honor the Top Wedding Professionals Across America Cape Girardeau County, Missouri/February, 7th 2023—Jackson Audio Music Supply, LLC (SEMO JAMS) is pleased to announce that they have been selected as a 2023 winner of The Knot Best of Weddings, an accolade representing the highest- and most-rated wedding professionals as reviewed by real couples, their families and wedding guests on The Knot, a leading wedding vendor marketplace and planning authority that’s inspired 25 million couples to plan a wedding that’s uniquely them. ...
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Who is My Brother? Who is My Sister? (2/9/23)Who is My Brother? Who is My Sister? By Mary Koeberl Rechenberg “Truly I tell you whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:40 NIV. This verse is said to have been Mother Teresa’s favorite text in the Bible, which she often quoted...
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VOLKERDING FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH (2/1/23)For release immediately, with photo Febraury 1, 2023 VOLKERDING FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE MONTH Ken Volkerding of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was financial representative of the month in the Missouri East Region for the month of January...
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DARBY RECEIVES LIFE APPLICATIONS LEADER AWARD (2/1/23)For release immediately, with photo February 1, 2023 DARBY RECEIVES LIFE APPLICATIONS LEADER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Application Leader in the Missouri East Region in January...
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DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTIVE OF THE MONTH (2/1/23)For release immediately, with photo February 1, 2023 DARBY FINANCIAL REPRESENTIVE OF THE MONTH Kelly Darby of Union, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial, was named District Representative of the Month for January. Darby has been with Modern Woodmen since November 2010...
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Miss Missouri Outstanding Teen Candidate (1/6/23)Lilly Stockard has been crowned and selected to run for the Miss Missouri Outstanding Teen pageant in June. Lilly entered a local pageant based out of Wentzville Missouri and won the title of Miss Wentzvilles Outstanding Teen. She will compete in Evening gown (Red carpet), On stage question, Interview and she will Tap dance for her talent. Lilly would like to be a senator of Missouri some day and her social impact is Fights for Animal Rights. We wish Lilly the best when representing Jackson...
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The Weber Farm AirBnB (1/1/23)The Weber Farm AirBnB The Jewel of Perry County Missouri By Mary Koeberl Rechenberg Ever felt like you needed to get away from it all and dreamed of a special place that would be free from the noise, the traffic and the busyness of everyday life? The Weber Farm Airbnb, nestled in the beautiful rolling hills of Perry County Missouri, is the destination for you. Like an oasis in the dessert,...
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The Arrival of the Bookmobile (12/27/22)The Arrival of the Bookmobile By Mary Koeberl Rechenberg Abraham Lincoln once said, “The things I want to know are in books, my best friend is the man who’ll get me a book I ain’t read.” For the people who felt the same way about books as Abraham Lincoln in Perry, Cape Girardeau and Scott counties, the acquisition of the first bookmobile was a godsend. Schools were not reorganized, so one-room schools in the counties was the rule. Books were few and far between, as...
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Civil Air Patrol Trail of Tears Composite Squadron Participated in Wreaths Across America Day 2022 (12/19/22)Seven cadet members, three senior members, and one prospective cadet from the Local Civil Air Patrol Squadron, NCR-MO-127 Trail of Tears Composite Squadron participated in the Wreaths Across America Ceremony and wreath laying at Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson, Missouri on Saturday, Dec 17, 2022. ...
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Wreaths Across America Rotary Grant (12/9/22)With a Partnership between all Rotary Clubs in our Community, together they raised $3375 including a $1,000 Rotary District 6060 Grant to help fund the campaign by Daughters of the American Revolution John Guild Chapter for 225 Wreaths. December 17 will mark the date at Russell Heights Cemetery and Jackson City Cemetery to place 1400 Wreaths on Veterans graves and could use the communities help. ...
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Jackson Solar, LLC Earns 2022 Angi Super Service Award (12/8/22)Jackson Solar, LLC Earns 2022 Angi Super Service Award Award reflects company’s consistent level of customer service Jackson, Missouri, December 8th 2022 – Jackson Solar, LLC is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angi Super Service Award (SSA). This award, first released in 1999, recognizes the best home professionals and businesses in the Angi network for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to providing Angi customers a great experience...
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Oh Come Let Us Adore Him (12/5/22)Twinkling lights hang in the windows, poinsettias grace the altars, angels abound and nativities of all sorts bring our attention to the reason for this season - Jesus’ birth. He’s no longer in the manger and he’s not on the cross but He comes to us in our hearts and His spirit fills us with joy. Join eight historic and beautifully decorated churches this weekend Dec 10, 4-8 and Dec 11, 1-4 as we all prepare our hearts to welcome the season...
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Oh Come Let Us Adore Him (12/5/22)Twinkling lights hang in the windows, poinsettias grace the altars, angels abound and nativities of all sorts bring our attention to the reason for this season - Jesus’ birth. He’s no longer in the manger and he’s not on the cross but He comes to us in our hearts and His spirit fills us with joy. Join eight historic and beautifully decorated churches this weekend Dec 10, 4-8 and Dec 11, 1-4 as we all prepare our hearts to welcome the season...
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Meals on Wheels Grant through Rotary (11/10/22)Meals on Wheels at Jackson Senior Center received $2,000 from Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service through a Rotary District 6060 CAP Grant. Pictured is Linda Puchbauer, President of the Rotary Club presenting the check to Janet Hitt, Executive Director of the Jackson Senior Center along with Meals on Wheels volunteers and Rotary members. Seniors depend on Meals on Wheels for their daily nutrition meals...
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Little Red Riding Hood (11/3/22)Mom of 4, my husband and I have been doing family costumes every Halloween since 2013! This year we decided to portray the story of Little Red Riding Hood. We are the Davis Family.
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DARBY RECEIVES LIFE APPLICATIONS LEADER AWARD (10/2/22)For release immediately, with photo October 1, 2022 DARBY RECEIVES LIFE APPLICATIONS LEADER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Application Leader in the Missouri East Region in September...
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DARBY RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD (10/2/22)For release immediately, with photo October 1, 2022 DARBY RECEIVES LIFE LEADER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Leader in the Missouri East Region for the month of September. Darby joined Modern Woodmen in November 2010. Modern Woodmen of America is a fraternal life insurance society headquartered in Rock Island, IL. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance, annuity, and security products to over 730,000 members nationwide...
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World Peace Day celebrating at Saxony Lutheran High School (9/26/22)Rotary District 6060 offered Rotary Clubs to write a Peace Grant. Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service wrote a Peace Grant for a contest of students to write a Peace Essay from Saxony Lutheran High School. The topic of the Essays was "What does Peace mean to you in the World and in your own Community". ...
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Local Jackson Teen wins local pageant, headed to Miss Missouri (9/7/22)Local Jackson Teen Lilly Stockard, 16, has won the title of Miss Kirkwood in a Miss Missouri preliminary pageant for the Miss America organization. Lilly competed with a tap dance to solidify the title. Congrats to Lilly!
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DARBY RECEIVES LIFE APPLICATIONS LEADER AWARD (9/1/22)For release immediately, with photo August 1, 2022 DARBY RECEIVES LIFE APPLICATIONS LEADER AWARD Kelly Darby of Jackson, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was Life Application Leader in the Missouri East Region in August...
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JAMS - JACKSON AUDIO MUSIC SUPPLY, LLC NAMED WINNER OF THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2022 (8/26/22)JAMS - JACKSON AUDIO MUSIC SUPPLY, LLC NAMED WINNER OF THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2022 16th Annual Best of Weddings Awards Recognize Top Wedding Vendors Across U.S. Cape Girardeau County, 2022—JAMS - Jackson Audio Music Supply, LLC. is pleased to announce that they have been selected as a 2022 winner of The Knot Best of Weddings, an accolade representing the highest- and most-rated wedding professionals as reviewed by real couples, their families and wedding guests on The Knot, a leading all in one wedding planning destination.. ...
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Dr. Greg Pursley wins Award (8/23/22)Dr. Greg Pursley aka Dr. G wins the "Unstoppable Entrepreneur Award" at the Social Media Revenue Summit held in Atlanta Georgia on 8/20/2022. The award was presented to Dr. G for his Entrepreneurial Spirit and commitment to helping others succeed through his businesses...
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Savannah Darby is awarded RYLA Academy Scholarship (8/20/22)Savannah Darby, incoming senior at Saxony Lutheran School is sponsored by Rotary Club of Southeast Missouri Service and attended the 2022 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Academy this summer held at University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg MO. ...
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Strand Earns Stars & Stripes Award (8/9/22)JACKSON- Caidyn Strand, 18, of Jackson, has earned the highest recognition that American Heritage Girls, Inc. offers to Girl Members, the Stars & Stripes Award. In addition to badge work, references, and personal reflection, Stars & Stripes Award Candidates complete a substantial service project of 100+ hours, which they plan, lead, and implement...
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70th anniversary (8/3/22)I just wanted to report this remarkable couple and see if a staffer wanted to do a story on them.
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Hosting an International Exchange Student is Life-Changing! (7/19/22)Contact: Holly Lintner, (573)200-4073 Hosting an exchange student is a lot of fun, but some people worry that it could be difficult for their family. It isn’t. According to Holly Lintner, an area representative for Pan Atlantic Foundation, host families simply “welcome a student into their home as another family member for one or two semesters, provide a bed for them, and an extra plate at the table!”...
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Traci's Toy Train (7/14/22)Traci Taylor died 12 years ago after a 13 year battle with leukemia. But her compassionate spirit lives on through the Toy Train program she conceived to provide stuffed animals, toys, games and books to cheer up children in Southeast Hospital's Pediatric Unit. ...
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Jackson Knights of Columbus and Auxiliary scholarship presentation (7/6/22)Recently the Jackson Knights of Columbus and Ladies’ Auxiliary presented scholarships to area graduating seniors at their annual banquet. The Jackson Knights of Columbus and Ladies’ Auxiliary are proud sponsors of scholarships every year to the four area high schools and proud to help further the education of students. Pictured here are this year’s scholarship recipients along with Knight of Columbus and Auxiliary representatives...