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SEMO provost talks about college partnership at business event
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
The Cape Girardeau Partnership for Higher Education is at its midway point of a three-year evaluation. The future of the collaboration between the region's community colleges and its state university is still largely uncertain, officials say.
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Jackson fast-food employee reportedly robbed at gunpoint
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
Jackson police are looking for a man who allegedly robbed a Taco Bell employee at gunpoint Friday. Jackson police responded to Taco Bell on East Jackson Boulevard Friday morning in response to a report of an armed robber, the department reported in a news release...
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Stone hits winning shot in final seconds to lift Southeast Missouri State men's basketball team past Southeastern Louisiana
(College Sports ~ 12/04/11)
The Southeast Missouri State men's basketball team defeated Southeastern Louisiana 63-61 in overtime Saturday.
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Hundreds turn out for Cape's downtown Christmas event
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
Hundreds flocked to the streets of downtown Cape Girardeau Friday night for the annual Christmas Open House, sponsored by Old Town Cape. Activities for families included free horse and buggy rides, free photos with Santa and crafts inside Santa's Worksop, Christmas carolers, downtown retail discounts and a giveaway prize package worth $1,500...
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Should Corporations Be Taxed ?
(Submitted Story ~ 12/04/11)
Facts: (1) Individuals and privately owned business' are taxed on income or profit and have to compete with corporations, so why not tax corporations? (2) Corporations started closing down plants and moving them out of the country due to cheaper labor...
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Auction for old federal building yet to draw a bid
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
Not even a nibble this time. The second online auction in the U.S. government's attempt to sell Cape Girardeau's former federal building is nearly a month old and not one bid has been placed. That news, along with the fact that three bidders backed away during the first auction, has Mayor Harry Rediger worried...
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Parents, students react to discussion about Cape Girardeau School District dress code change
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
As a committee of faculty in the Cape Girardeau School District continues researching a revised dress code for all students beginning in the fall of 2012, many opinions are forming in the community.
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Prosecutors still investigating gun charges from Cape gas station altercation
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
Prosecutors are rethinking charges that have been brought against a Jackson man for allegedly wielding a gun during a racially charged argument at a Cape Girardeau gas station Wednesday.
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Oak tree removed from Common Pleas Courthouse lawn
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
Jimmy Erlbacher of Erlbacher's Tree Service uses a chain saw to cut the trunk of the oak tree he and his crew cut down in the lawn of the Common Pleas Courthouse in Cape Girardeau Friday morning, Dec. 2, 2011.
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Internet-access lawsuit against Poplar Bluff fails
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. -- Brian Becker's attempt to sue the city of Poplar Bluff for $1 million over open access Internet services has failed. Carter County Circuit Judge Michael Ligons has granted the city's motion for a summary judgment against Poplar Bluff Internet Inc., owned by Becker and doing business as semo.net...
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Additional disaster project for Mississippi County approved
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
CHARLESTON, Mo. -- Mississippi County will get to submit one more disaster relief project to FEMA. "The commission has received approval" to turn in the after-deadline project, County Clerk Junior DeLay told commissioners during their regular weekly meeting Thursday...
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Perry County boy bags 8-point buck as part of Dream Pursuit
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
PERRYVILLE, Mo., -- A Perry County teenager was able to bag an eight-point buck thanks to an organization that helps dreams come true. Taylor Lohmann, 13, traveled Nov. 26 to Stone Creek Hunting Ranch in Edgar Springs, Mo., to deer hunt and came away with an eight-point mature Missouri Whitetail with the help of Dream Pursuit, a not-for-profit organization that provides hunting and fishing adventures to children and young adults 21 or younger who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness.. ...
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Visitors come out to help maintain Brazeau
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
BRAZEAU, Mo. -- Keeping a 12-year-old tradition, the village of Brazeau dressed up for the holidays and offered an afternoon and evening of old fashioned activities for the community to enjoy Saturday during the annual Old Fashioned Christmas Walk...
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Strickland - Usher
(Wedding ~ 12/04/11)
Shanna Strickland and Michael Usher were married Sept. 24, 2011, at Grand Avenue Christian Church in Carbondale, Ill. Jon Hughes performed the ceremony. Christy Howerton of Carterville, Ill., was soloist. The bride is the daughter of Ted and Gail Guffey of Jackson. The groom is the son of Eddie and Janet Usher of Marion, Ill...
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Green - Janet
(Wedding ~ 12/04/11)
Megan Renae Green and Jordan Michael Janet were married July 9, 2011, at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. The Rev. Paul Short performed the ceremony. Organist/pianist was Eric Coomer of Cape Girardeau; guitarist was Chris Janet of Cape Girardeau, uncle of the groom; and trumpeter was Nate Kinnison. Vocalists were Kim Daniel; Casie Mills, cousin of the groom; and Clayton Hahs, all of Cape Girardeau...
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Wibbenmeyer - Speith
(Engagement ~ 12/04/11)
Brian and Patti Wibbenmeyer of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan Wibbenmeyer, to Randy Speith of Jackson. He is the son of Jim and Iris Speith of Makanda, Ill. Wibbenmeyer is a 2003 graduate of Jackson High School, and attended Mineral Area College. She is employed at the Southeast Missourian...
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Miller - Oehl
(Engagement ~ 12/04/11)
Alan and Janey Foust and Dean and Jeannie Miller of Jackson announce the engagement of their daughter, Teresa Anne Miller, to John Ryan Oehl. He is the son of Doyle and Jane Oehl of Jackson. Miller is a 2007 graduate of Notre Dame Regional High School. She received a bachelor's degree in business management from Southeast Missouri State University in 2011. She is a customer service representative with American Family Insurance...
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Slinkard - 50 Years
(Anniversary ~ 12/04/11)
ORAN, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. Jeryl Wilson Slinkard of Oran observed their 50th wedding anniversary with several celebrations. The first was June 18 at the home of a daughter and grandsons, Cheryl Slinkard, Ryan Ross and Quentin Valencia, in Yorba Linda, Calif...
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Ebaugh - 40 Years
(Anniversary ~ 12/04/11)
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ebaugh Jr. of Cape Girardeau are married 40 years today. Ebaugh and Wylma Jean "Jeanne" Lemser were married Dec. 4, 1971, at the United Methodist Church in Parma, Mo. He is the son of Paul and Gayle Ebaugh of Cape Girardeau. Mrs. Ebaugh is the daughter of Thomas West and Katie Lee Lemser of Memphis, Tenn...
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Sisco - 50 Years
(Anniversary ~ 12/04/11)
Mr. and Mrs. Billy Sisco of Cape Girardeau celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 3, 2011. Sisco and Sandra Poe were married Dec. 3, 1961, at Red Star Baptist Church. They have two daughters, Kathy Allene Sisco and Debbie Lynn Sisco; and a son, Keith Sisco, who is deceased. The Siscos have two grandchildren, Nathan Watkins and Ashley Watkins; and a great-grandson, Login Watkins...
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Wibbenmeyer - 60 Years
(Anniversary ~ 12/04/11)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. Donald Wibbenmeyer of Perryville celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Nov. 6, 2011. They attended Mass at St. Mary's of the Barrens Church, followed by lunch at the American Legion Hall, hosted by their children...
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Christmas community sing tonight at First Baptist
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
While gifts, special meals and parties are all part of the holiday season, few things compare to singing and listening to Christmas songs at church or other gatherings. Today at 4 p.m. the songs of the season will be heard at First Baptist Church in Cape Girardeau with the Christmas Community Praise Sing...
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Carolina wren can be noisy neighbor
(Column ~ 12/04/11)
The eastern half of the U.S. is home to the Carolina wren. This small bird is a true native. It does not migrate south for winter. It is territorial and will remain its whole life within a couple miles of where it was raised. Carolina wrens eat a large variety of insects and are beneficial for gardeners. ...
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FYI 12-4
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
In December, the Cape Girardeau Public Library will collect food in lieu of fines. Nonperishable food items will be accepted for overdue fines. The food value will be 50 cents per item. All food will be donated to FISH, which will distribute it to the many local families the organization helps. Food may not be used to pay for replacement of lost items or any other library fees. Patrons who don't owe fines are also welcome to contribute...
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Your Generosity
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
The Matthews Monsanto, a not-for-profit organization in Benton, Mo., nominated the Scott County Sheriff's Department Nov. 29 for a $5,500 grant to honor the dedication to the betterment of agriculture and protection of rural America. The sheriff's department will use the grant to purchase an in-patrol car video recording system that will help keep on-duty deputies safer on the job. ...
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School menus 12-5 TO 12-9
(Menus ~ 12/04/11)
MONDAY--Corn dog or turkey & cheese on bun, corn, pears, vanilla wafers. TUESDAY--Cheeseburger or ham & cheese on bun, fries, grapes. WEDNESDAY--Spaghetti or turkey & cheese on bun, candied carrots, french bread, pineapple. THURSDAY--Chili/cheese nachos or ham & cheese on bun, green beans, peaches...
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Pet of the Week
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
Owner is Sherry Irvin This is Cookie and she is a 3 year old Morkie. Her favorite thing to do is "Go for a ride in the car" ...
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Adopt Maya
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
Maya is a 5-year-old Siamese Mix. She has a quiet personality and would like to be a lap cat. She does have a crumpled ear, but it doesn't bother her in the least. ...
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Adopt Bailey
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
Bailey is available for adoption at The Humane Society 334-5837. Bailey is available for adoption at The Humane Society 334-5837....
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Marshall's middle school wants new auditorium curtains for Christmas
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
MARSHALL, Mo. -- Shopping for friends and relatives is challenging enough, but what do you get for the auditorium on your Christmas list? One local venue has a brief wish list: new curtains. According to local minister and concert organizer Randy Shannon, the idea of getting new curtains for the Harold Lickey Auditorium at Bueker Middle School was born when he and a group of volunteers hosted the national tour of Christian artists Mark Schultz and 33 Miles at the school in October...
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Owners trying to track pets with GPS
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
LOS ANGELES -- Houdini the dog lived up to his name. The Lab-shepherd mix, known as a crafty escape artist, was placed in a foster home by Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah. Despite his new owner's best efforts to keep him close, the dog pushed an air conditioner out of a window and made his getaway...
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Senior citizens and law enforcement officers join to keep members informed
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
Seniors and Lawmen Together of Cape Girardeau County is an organization created to bring senior citizens and law enforcement officers together to build relationships. SALT sponsors three major events throughout the year for senior citizens -- a law enforcement memorial in May, an information day during the summer and a Christmas event during the Christmas season...
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Life is filled with tests and changes
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
"I never thought I'd end up like this," said Jim, a nursing home resident. His health had failed to the point he could no longer stay at home. As I visit a local convalescent facility almost every week, I see many residents who share Jim's feelings. He remembers when he was a vibrant young man, then middle-aged and finally 91 years old...
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What's in a name? With Jesus, it's everything
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
When my wife and I were married, like most newlywed couples we received some gifts to celebrate our new marriage and help us get a start out in life. Before anything was unwrapped, without knowing what was inside the package, we could tell if the gifts were from my family, our friends or her family...
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Missouri hunters report taking five antlered does
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
It's a mixed-up, muddled-up, shook-up world for some white-tailed deer
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Club news 12-04-11
(Community News ~ 12/04/11)
At the John Guild Chapter, National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution November meeting held at Delmonico's in Jackson, Morgan Lake was nominated for the office of state vice regent by Linda Hutson. Every two years, the honorary state regents meet and choose the next vice regent. ...
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Lilbourn singers set to take part in 70th annual event
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
LILBOURN -- For 69 Christmas seasons, singers have filled the Lilbourn United Methodist Church with the joyous sounds of the holiday. This year -- the 70th -- will be no different. At 4 p.m. Dec. 11, a choir comprised of singers from nine different churches, representing five denominations, will present "The First Noel."...
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Pavestone donates wall for grill at Tiger Stadium
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
The recently completed Tiger Stadium at Cape Girardeau Central High School is the beneficiary of a new outdoor island and grill, thanks to the generosity of Rex Livingston, general manager of Pavestone of Scott City. Pictured is Livingston, left, with Amy McDonald, director of Cape Girardeau Public School Foundation, next to the grill. The project required five pallets of rumble-wall...
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Awards/Accomplishments
(Community ~ 12/04/11)
The Saint Francis Medical Center Auxiliary in Cape Girardeau earned honors for its volunteer services as an auxiliary with 151 to 300 members. From June 2010 through May 2011, 237 auxiliary members volunteered 58,000 hours and contributed $180,000 to the hospital. ...
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Feeding children
(Editorial ~ 12/04/11)
Most of us don't go to bed hungry at night. However, around the world many face this harsh reality. In fact, 18,000 children died from starvation every day in 2010. To help address this need, several area churches and organizations -- organized through LaCroix United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau -- will participate in a MobilePack event Dec. 9 to 11 through Feed My Starving Children, a Christian-based organization that distributes food to people in 70 countries...
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Celebrating Central FCA
(Letter to the Editor ~ 12/04/11)
Cape Girardeau Central High School has much to celebrate during its centennial year. These festivities include recognizing past members of various extracurricular clubs, including the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. FCA's roots date back to 1923 with the founding of the Hi-Y Club. ...
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Speak Out 12/4/11
(Speak Out ~ 12/04/11)
THANK you so much to the Salvation Army kettle attendants at Hobby Lobby on Wednesday. I enjoyed hearing you sing the Christmas carols so beautifully. What a special gift you were giving to busy shoppers. Thank you I would like to thank the two ladies who were kind enough to stop and help me after I fell at my home on Cape Rock Drive. I failed to get your names, but your concern for me was greatly appreciated. May God bless you richly for your kindness...
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Prayer 12/4/11
(Prayer ~ 12/04/11)
O God, today we celebrate the hope we have in Jesus Christ. Amen.
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85-year-old says she was strip searched at New York airport
(National News ~ 12/04/11)
NEW YORK -- An 85-year-old woman said Saturday she was injured and humiliated when she was strip searched at an airport after she asked to be patted down instead of going through a body scanner, allegations that transportation officials denied...
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Herman Cain suspends presidential campaign
(National News ~ 12/04/11)
The Cain train has come to a stop. Republican candidate Herman Cain is suspending his bid for the Republican presidential nomination to avoid continued news coverage of allegations of sexual misconduct that is hurtful to his family. "I am suspending my presidential campaign because of the continued distractions and the continued hurt caused on me and my family," Cain told several hundred supporters gathered at what was to have been the opening of his national campaign headquarters...
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Report: Police went undercover to watch Occupy L.A. protest
(National News ~ 12/04/11)
LOS ANGELES -- Los Angeles police used nearly a dozen undercover detectives to infiltrate the Occupy L.A. encampment before this week's raid to gather information on protesters' intentions, according to media reports Friday. None of the officers slept at the camp, but tried to blend in during the weeks leading up to the raid to learn about plans to resist or use weapons against police, a police source told the Los Angeles Times. ...
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Egypt Brotherhood says won't impose Islamic values
(International News ~ 12/04/11)
CAIRO -- Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood, emerging as the biggest winner in the first round of parliamentary elections, sought Saturday to reassure Egyptians that it would not sacrifice personal freedoms in promoting Islamic law. The deputy head of the Brotherhood's new political party, Essam el-Erian, said the group is not interested in imposing Islamic values on Egypt, home to a sizable Christian minority and others who object to being subject to strict Islamic codes...
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Glenna Shaw
(Obituary ~ 12/04/11)
Glenna Beatrice Shaw was born Nov. 10, 1912, in Esther, Mo., to Adrian and Millie Cortor Bennett. Glenna passed from this life Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011, at the age of 99. Glenna graduated from Elvins High School in Elvins, Mo. She married Ralph Wilson Shaw in 1935, and during their marriage, when Ralph was in the service in World War II, she worked in a shoe factory. ...
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Karla Brown
(Obituary ~ 12/04/11)
Karla Jean Brown, 56, of Jackson passed away peacefully Friday, Dec. 2, 2011, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born Sept. 9, 1955, in Bermuda to Bill and Billie McCanless Criddle. Karla graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1973. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Oak Ridge...
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Lucetta McCullough
(Obituary ~ 12/04/11)
ADVANCE, Mo. -- Lucetta McCullough, 90, of Advance was born May 3, 1921, in Stoddard County, Mo., the daughter of Rufus and Clara Carter Nolen and passed away Dec. 2, 2011, at the Advance Nursing Center. Lucetta was the first Advance city collector. ...
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Harry Petzoldt
(Obituary ~ 12/04/11)
ALTENBURG, Mo. -- Harry Petzoldt of Altenburg died Dec. 3, 2011, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday and from 6:30 to 8:15 a.m. Tuesday at Young and Sons East Perry Chapel in Altenburg. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity Lutheran Church in Altenburg, with the Rev. Steven Dressler officiating...
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Births 12/4/11
(Births ~ 12/04/11)
Son to Lance August and Amanda Michelle Berry of Jackson, Saint Francis Medical Center, 5:55 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 2011. Name, Cael August. Weight, 5 pounds, 4 ounces. First child. Mrs. Berry is the former Amanda Henson, daughter of Melanie and Fred Finnell of Jackson. Berry is the son of Janay Berry of Jackson and Chris and Cricket Berry of Sikeston, Mo. He is serving in the U.S. Navy...
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Out of the past 12/4/11
(Out of the Past ~ 12/04/11)
A more-than-seven-square-mile area of Cape Girardeau has been designated as an enterprise zone by the state; the zone is bounded by the city limits on the south and east, and by Kingshighway, William Street, West End Boulevard, Henderson Avenue, Sprigg Street, Bertling Street and Cape Rock Drive on the west and north...
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Vonda King
(Obituary ~ 12/04/11)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- Vonda M. King, 88, of Omaha, Neb., formerly of Chaffee, died Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011, at her home. She was born July 29, 1923, in Hoxie, Ark., daughter of Zechariah Booth and Lucy B. Robins Lawhon. Vonda married L. "Jeff" King on Jan. 1, 1943. He preceded her in death Oct. 14, 1989...
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Mabry joins Cardinals manager Matheny's staff
(Professional Sports ~ 12/04/11)
ST. LOUIS -- New St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny finalized his coaching staff, hiring John Mabry as assistant hitting coach working under Mark McGwire. The 41-year-old Mabry replaces Mike Aldrete, who was promoted to bench coach. Mabry had three stints with the Cardinals during his playing career and had his best season in 1996 with a .297 average, 21 home runs and 74 RBIs...
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49ers look to clinch NFC West vs. Rams
(Professional Sports ~ 12/04/11)
SAN FRANCISCO -- Frank Gore never has reached the postseason. Same goes for Alex Smith and Patrick Willis. Vernon Davis, too. Some of San Francisco's biggest stars are on the cusp of getting there at last. A win today against St. Louis -- or losses by Seattle and Arizona -- would wrap up the Niners' first NFC West crown and playoff berth since 2002...
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Missouri Tigers men's basketball team cruises past Northwestern State 90-56
(College Sports ~ 12/04/11)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Marcus Denmon insists Missouri isn't satisfied despite his team winning its first seven games by an average of 28 points. Denmon scored a career-high 31 points and the No. 13 Tigers went on a pair of big runs in a 90-56 rout of Northwestern State on Friday night...
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High school roundup: Saxony Lutheran boys basketball team falls in Crystal City tourney title game
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
All the scores from Friday that were reported to the Southeast Missourian.
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Oran boys basketball team converts at free-throw line to drop Malden in OT at Oran Invitational
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
The Oran boys basketball team defeated Malden 62-58 in overtime in the third-place game at the Oran Invitational boys basketball tournament Friday.
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Moldenhauer leads Perryville boys basketball team's charge past Leopold to Woodland Invitational title
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
The Perryville boys basketball team rallied to defeat Leopold 56-50 to win the Woodland tournament title Friday.
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Section of Highway 72 reduced to one lane for shoulder repairs
(Local News ~ 12/04/11)
Highway 72 from Highway 51 to Route K will be reduced to one lane for shoulder repair Monday through Friday, Dec. 9. The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing the repairs from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. The work zone will be marked with signs...
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Cape Girardeau police report 12/4/11
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/04/11)
The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Department released the following. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 12/4/11
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/04/11)
Cape Girardeau Firefighters responded to the following calls Wednesday:...
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Jackson police and fire report 12/4/11
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/04/11)
The Jackson Police Department released the following. Arrests do not imply guilt. Summons Firefighters responded to the following calls Wednesday:...
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Scott County Central boys basketball team outlasts Advance to win Oran Invitational
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
The Scott County Central boys basketball team defeated Advance 85-64 in the Oran Invitational championship game Friday.
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2011 High school wrestling preview capsules
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
A look at the three wrestling teams in the Southeast Missourian's coverage area.
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High school roundup: Central boys basketball team captures Potosi tourney title
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
All the scores from Saturday that were reported to the Southeast Missourian.
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Shiffer leads Southeast Missouri State women's basketball team to win over Lindenwood
(College Sports ~ 12/04/11)
The Southeast Missouri State women's basketball team finally subdued upset-minded Lindenwood University to notch a 66-56 win at the Show Me Center on Saturday.
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High school wrestling preview: New weight divisions meet mixed reviews with local coaches
(High School Sports ~ 12/04/11)
Unfortunately for some schools, the National Federation of State High School Associations did not approve tag teams when it revamped its high school weight divisions. It might have helped a school like Notre Dame. The third-year program at the Class 2 school has its largest turnout to date with 24 wrestlers, but the good and bad news is that 11 of the wrestlers are freshmen...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 12/04/11)
Today is Sunday, Dec. 4, the 338th day of 2011. There are 27 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 4, 1783, Gen. George Washington bade farewell to his Continental Army officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York, telling them, "With a heart full of love and gratitude I now take leave of you."...
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