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Brandom critical of Wallingford's business record
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
A week after Wayne Wallingford supporters called Ellen Brandom's pro-life credentials into question, the Sikeston Republican has fired back at her Missouri Senate race opponent, using an endorsement from a pro-business group to suggest that Wallingford's contributions from labor unions could compromise his ability to properly represent the conservative 27th District...
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Man fatally bitten by copperhead in Carter County, Mo.
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
VAN BUREN, Mo. -- For only the second time in approximately 100 years, there has been a confirmed death in Missouri due to a copperhead snakebite. Terry Brown of Ellsinore, Mo., was camped in the area of the Current River known as the Clubhouse on Saturday, his 50th birthday, when he was bitten on the thumb while trying to remove a young snake from a tent around 10 p.m., according to Carter County Deputy Coroner Eric McSpadden. ...
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Illinois lawmakers seeking emergency session after governor's funding veto
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
TAMMS, Ill. -- Southern Illinois lawmakers are fighting back after Gov. Pat Quinn vetoed $57 million in Department of Corrections funding Saturday. Rep. Mike Bost, R-Murphysboro, said he's requesting an emergency session of the legislature. Rep. Brandon Phelps, D-Harrisburg, is marshaling support to fight Quinn if he tries to use corrections money for other programs, as expected...
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Cape, Jackson celebrate Fourth of July
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
After a nine-year hiatus, Fourth of July mud volleyball was back in Jackson on Wednesday. So were cars, motorcycles, crowds, food and beer for the annual Independence Day celebration at Jackson City Park. The best part is getting dirty, said Chase Walker of Jackson, a member of the team called This Mud's for You...
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Gordonville fire board silent about chief's ouster
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
About 50 residents attended the Gordonville Volunteer Fire Protection District's monthly board meeting Tuesday evening, many of whom expressed frustration at the board's refusal to answer why the fire chief was fired. The meeting in the district's incomplete new structure, which has no lights or air conditioning, lasted until dark forced it to end...
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Area gets one-day break from 100-plus temperatures
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
Cape Girardeau and much of the Southeast Missouri area finally broke the stranglehold of triple-digit highs on Tuesday, the first day the high temperature failed to reach the century mark since last Thursday. According to National Weather Service meteorologist Greg Neffert, rainfall and cloud cover held temperatures down, breaking the five-day streak. Temperatures reached 103 degrees Fahrenheit last Thursday, 107 degrees Friday, 105 degrees Saturday, 103 degrees Sunday and 101 degrees Monday...
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Gov. Nixon visits Jackson to sign veteran jobs legislation
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
Calling veterans one of Missouri's most important resources, Gov. Jay Nixon signed legislation at Missouri Plastics in Jackson on Tuesday to expand employment opportunities for veterans and their spouses. Missouri Plastics is one of 2,118 Missouri businesses taking part in the Show-Me Heroes program, pledging to make hiring veterans a priority...
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Sunsational Pools Celebrates Grand Opening
(Submitted Story ~ 07/05/12)
The pool and spa care professionals at Sunsational Pools are excited to invite the community to their grand opening celebration July 23-28 at 33 North Ellis Street in Cape Girardeau. Formerly Solar Pools, the store is now under the ownership of long-time employee Clayton Bryant. ...
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The Humane Society's Featured Pet
(Submitted Photo ~ 07/05/12)
Marley is 2 years old. He is available for adoption at The Humane Society 573-334-5837. See more pets available at www.semopets.org.
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Fireworks
(Submitted Photo ~ 07/05/12)
This picture was taken at Arena Park.
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Flowing Fireworks
(Submitted Photo ~ 07/05/12)
One firework flows out of another
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KaBoom
(Submitted Photo ~ 07/05/12)
Fireworks at Jackson Park
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Albino Turkey
(Submitted Photo ~ 07/05/12)
This is a photo my wife caught on 7/3/12 on Old Sprigg St in North Cape. It's from a phone at a distance, so it's not super-detailed, but you can clearly see this albino turkey. She had seen it previously, I didn't believe her. I am now scratching this off my list...
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Kate Kirk, 14 month old granddaughter
(Submitted Photo ~ 07/05/12)
Kate Kirk, 14-month old granddaughter of Kay Kirk (who submitted the photo) celebrating the Fourth of July waving the flag.
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Spence to be in Cape Girardeau
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
The Cape Girardeau County Republican Women will host Republican candidate for Missouri governor Dave Spence on Friday. Spence, a businessman who until recently was the president of Alpha Packaging, is running for the chance to face incumbent Democrat Gov. Jay Nixon in November. Spence faces John D. Weiler, Bill Randles and Fred Sauer in the Aug. 7 primary...
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Morley, Mo., man accused of selling drugs near school
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
BENTON, Mo. -- A Morley, Mo., man is in custody on drug charges, according to Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter. Robert L. Mosbey, 37, has been charged with distribution of a controlled substance near a public school, attempting to distribute a controlled substance and endangering the welfare of a child...
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Despite heat, few incidents of road buckling
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
Despite extreme heat over the past week, the Southeast Missouri area has had relatively few incidences of road buckling compared to previous years, according to Keith Gentry, maintenance superintendent of MoDOT's Southeast Missouri District. "It's been so dry, there hasn't been much humidity under the pavement," Gentry said...
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Two charged with stealing vehicle in Benton
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
BENTON, Mo. -- An area couple have been charged with stealing a motor vehicle. Stacy A. Reid, 38, of Jackson and William R. Crass, 30, of Frohna, Mo., are being held in the Scott County Jail on $2,000 cash bonds. Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter said his office received a report of a stolen motor vehicle from the Dollar Store in Benton, Mo., late Monday afternoon. ...
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Man confirmed dead after Anna, Ill., train accident
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
ANNA, Ill. -- Authorities in Illinois have confirmed that a Mounds man died after being struck by a freight train late Sunday night in Anna. Jeffrey W. Kelley, 49, died at 2:15 a.m. Monday after being flown to a St. Louis hospital for treatment of critical injuries, according to the Illinois State Police...
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Forest Service reports progress on Missouri wildfires
(State News ~ 07/05/12)
BIXBY, Mo. (AP) -- Federal officials say two fires in southern Missouri's Mark Twain National Forest have been contained, but new ones have broken out. The Forest Service said Tuesday that mop-up operations are under way at the 622-acre East End Fire near the Iron County town of Bixby. Arson is suspect in that blaze, which broke out last Thursday...
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SEMO official to lead state science academy
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
The chairman of Southeast Missouri State University's Department of Agriculture has been named president of the Missouri Academy of Science. Dr. Michael Aide was previously nominated by the academy's executive committee as vice president and then president-elect, according to a university news release...
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Lawmakers don't like summary of Missouri ballot issues
(State News ~ 07/05/12)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Supporters of ballot measures dealing with health insurance and the selection of appellate judges are unhappy with how the Missouri secretary of state's office summarized the issues for voters. Missouri's Republican-controlled legislature passed both proposals and referred them to the November ballot. ...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 07/05/12)
Today is Thursday, July 5, the 187th day of 2012. There are 179 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On July 5, 1687, Isaac Newton first published his Principia Mathematica, a three-volume work setting out his mathematical principles of natural philosophy...
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Kent Zickfield
(Editorial ~ 07/05/12)
It's our honor every July to recognize one deserving individual, among those nominated by you, our readers, as the recipient of the Southeast Missourian Spirit of America Award. Before last night's demolition derby and fireworks at Arena Park sponsored by USA Veterans, we recognized this year's recipient, Kent Zickfield...
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An unacceptable plan
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/05/12)
Once again, out-of-state extreme environmental groups are attempting to interfere in how Missourians manage the natural resources in our state. The Ozark National Scenic Riverways is a crown jewel of our natural resources, enjoyed by more than a million visitors. ...
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A call for term limits
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/05/12)
If you run for the House of Representatives you need X million dollars. You have fundraisers and entertain special interest groups who "give" you money. Therefore, you will be closely watched to see if you are voting to further the fortunes of those special interests...
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Cook's reaction to court decision
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/05/12)
I read with interest the different reactions and opinions to the Supreme Courts ruling printed in the Southeast Missourian paper on June 29, 2012. I was particularly interested in Bekki Cook's comments about her husband's recently scheduled colonoscopy procedure. Mrs. Cook explained that because of the Supreme Courts decision on Obamacare it will save her husband $2,000. I would like to know exactly how she came up with this great savings...
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Speak Out 7/5/12
(Speak Out ~ 07/05/12)
The caller who suggested no liberals write for the paper obviously has never heard of Gene Lyons, which is no surprise. Not many people do read that man's column. I see that our dictator in chief, President Obama, is going to bypass Congress and initiate amnesty for the children of illegal immigrants. What else is he going to do without Congress' consent? Maybe someone ought to get him in front of the Supreme Court for all the illegal stuff he does...
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Prayer 7/5/12
(Prayer ~ 07/05/12)
O Lord Jesus, please protect those traveling from harm. Amen.
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neXt up 7/5/12
(Community ~ 07/05/12)
FRIDAY "Katy Perry," PG @ Cape West 14 Cine "Savages," rated R @ Cape West 14 Cine SATURDAY Sunday NEXT WEEK "NCAA Football 13" X360 PS3 "The Sims 3: Diesel Stuff Pack" PC MAC "American Reunion" R "The Last Ride" PG-13...
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Births 7/5/12
(Births ~ 07/05/12)
Son to Christopher Marc and Lauren Patricia Snider of Cape Girardeau, Southeast Hospital, 5:50 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, 2012. Name, Matthew Lee. Weight, 6 pounds, 15 ounces. Second son. Mrs. Snider is the former Lauren Mosley, daughter of Peggy Matthews of Sikeston, Mo., and Steve and Viney Mosley of Cape Girardeau. ...
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Out of the past 7/5/12
(Out of the Past ~ 07/05/12)
The New Creations, a choral ensemble from Mid-America Teen Challenge Training Center in Cape Girardeau, gives a concert of gospel music at the Capaha Park band shell in the evening; director of the group is Philip Breithaupt. A line of severe thunderstorms packing strong winds and heavy rain rumbles through the Cape Girardeau area in the afternoon, disrupting Independence Day picnics and outings; the storm blows down large trees, limbs and power lines, disrupting service...
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who's neXt 7/5/12
(Community ~ 07/05/12)
-- From staff reports...
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Hooked on Science: Make ice cream in a zip-top bag
(Community ~ 07/05/12)
Make homemade ice cream in a bag with a few ingredients and materials from around the house. STEP 1: Place the half-and-half, sugar and vanilla in the sandwich zip-top bag. Seal the sandwich zip-top bag. STEP 2: Place the ice and rock salt in the gallon zip-top bag. Put the sandwich zip-top bag in the gallon zip-top bag. Seal the gallon zip-top bag...
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Student murder stokes fears of Egypt's Islamists
(International News ~ 07/05/12)
CAIRO -- Three bearded men approached a university student and his girlfriend during a romantic rendezvous in a park and ordered them to separate because they weren't married, according to security officials. An argument broke out, ending with one of the men fatally stabbing the student...
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New tests revive debate over Yasser Arafat's death
(International News ~ 07/05/12)
JERUSALEM -- The discovery of traces of a radioactive agent on clothing reportedly worn by Yasser Arafat in his final days reignited a cauldron of conspiracy theories Wednesday about the mysterious death of the longtime Palestinian leader. Arafat's widow, who ordered the tests by a Swiss lab, called for her husband's body to be exhumed, and Arafat's successor gave tentative approval for an autopsy. ...
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Rain cools Colorado fires; other wildfires growing
(National News ~ 07/05/12)
DENVER -- Rains cooled Colorado's wildfires Wednesday, but more than a dozen wildfires elsewhere in the West continued chewing through bone-dry pine and brush as firefighters working through the holiday kept a nervous eye for fireworks and other hazards...
- Jackson police and fire report 7/5/12 (Police/Fire Report ~ 07/05/12)
- Cape Girardeau police report 7/5/12 (Police/Fire Report ~ 07/05/12)
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Paid election letter: Lichtenegger an inspiration
(Paid Letter ~ 07/05/12)
I want to personally thank the volunteers from Southeast Missouri for coming to our aid after the devastating tornado that came through my district and took 161 of our citizens and literally destroyed everything in sight for miles. Many of you have returned repeatedly over the past year to help us rebuild. From myself and the citizens of Joplin, Mo., and Duquesne, Mo., thank you. Without your prayers and help, we would not be as far along as we are. God bless you all...
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Paid election letter: Parker's personal story against abortion
(Paid Letter ~ 07/05/12)
Only months after Bob and his wife, Karen, were married, they hoped to start a family. Shortly after, Karen had extensive X-rays for a back injury, later realizing that she was pregnant while having those X-rays. Doctors were concerned that the baby could have very serious health problems, and that abortion could be an option. ...
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Charlotte Morgan
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
ST. LOUIS -- Charlotte J. Morgan, 64, of St. Louis died Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. She was born Feb. 8, 1948, in Cape Girardeau, daughter of Hugo Boettcher and survived by Corine Palisch Boettcher of Frohna, Mo. Charlotte was owner of Advanced Business Services. She was of the Lutheran faith and was baptized and confirmed at Concordia Lutheran Church in Frohna. Her generous spirit and kind heart will always be remembered by those she loved...
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Leo McClard
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
Leo D. McClard, 85, of Jackson died Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born May 1, 1927, in Cape Girardeau, to the late Arlis and Mabel Propst McClard. Leo graduated from College High School, served in the U.S. Coast Guard and then the U.S. Navy. Leo graduated with a bachelor of science degree in education from Southeast Missouri State University and a master of arts in education from Washington University...
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Leonard Ehlers
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
PERRYVILLE, Mo. -- Leonard A. Ehlers, 81, of Perryville died Wednesday, July 4, 2012, at Perry County Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and 6:30 to 8:15 a.m. Saturday at Young and Sons Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Perryville. Burial will be in the church cemetery...
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Central valedictorian Lizzie Nussbaum paved her way through school on her own terms
(Community ~ 07/05/12)
Lizzie Nussbaum didn't let anyone tell her something she wanted to do was too much work. That it was too hard. "Don't listen to anyone when they ask why you would want to do that," said Cape Girardeau Central High School's valedictorian of the class of 2012, when asked what advice she would give to others who want to do well academically...
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Actor Andy Griffith dies at 86
(National News ~ 07/05/12)
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Andy Griffith, who made homespun Southern wisdom his trademark as the wise sheriff in "The Andy Griffith Show" and the rumpled defense lawyer in "Matlock," died Tuesday. He was 86. Griffith died about 7 a.m. at his coastal home, Dare County Sheriff Doug Doughtie said in a statement...
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Cape Junior Legion baseball team sweeps Scott County
(Community Sports ~ 07/05/12)
The Plaza Tire Cape Girardeau Junior American Legion baseball team pushed across 37 runs in a road sweep of Scott County Junior Legion on Tuesday. Cape scored 10 runs in the seventh inning of the first game to win 24-14, then claimed the second game 13-7...
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Capahas baseball team falter vs. host in third-place game
(Community Sports ~ 07/05/12)
A familiar face played a key role in the Plaza Tire Capahas' defeat Wednesday. Southeast Missouri State's Derek Gibson, who stared 46 games and batted .338 for the Redhawks this spring, went 4 for 4 with two homers to help lead Valmeyer, Ill., past the Capahas 9-6 in the third-place game at the Valmeyer tournament...
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Southeast Missouri State men's basketball coach Dickey Nutt decides on assistant coach
(College Sports ~ 07/05/12)
Southeast Missouri State men's basketball coach Dickey Nutt was looking to add experience when he decided to revamp his staff in early April. Experience is what Nutt got when Jessie Evans joined the Redhawks as their top assistant this week. The university has not announced Evans' hiring because he has not yet signed his contract, but that is said to be a formality. ...
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Cardinals starter Wainwright goes six innings in 4-1 win over Rockies
(Professional Sports ~ 07/05/12)
ST. LOUIS -- Adam Wainwright has found the secret to pitching in the heat -- a peanut butter and jelly sandwich between innings. The St. Louis right-hander threw six strong innings in 103 degree temperatures and Matt Holliday had three hits to lead the Cardinals to a 4-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night...
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Dunklin County American Legion baseball team rallies to down Jackson 7-6
(Community Sports ~ 07/05/12)
SENATH, Mo. -- The Legacy Equipment Dunklin County American Legion Post 303 baseball team moved back into first place in District 14 with a 7-6 walk-off district win over Jackson on Tuesday. Jackson, which scored six runs in the top of the sixth inning to tie the game at 6-6, never retired a Dunklin County hitter in the bottom of the seventh inning...
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Carpenter to undergo season-ending surgery
(Professional Sports ~ 07/05/12)
ST. LOUIS -- Chris Carpenter was starting to think his career might be over. The St. Louis Cardinals pitcher instead hopes he's just looking at another lengthy interruption. The 2005 NL Cy Young winner will undergo season-ending surgery later this month to repair a nerve issue in his shoulder that has sidelined him since spring training...
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Heat a factor in Dexter fish kill
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
DEXTER, Mo. -- Thousands of fish, most of them gizzard shad and small crappie, washed up on the banks of Dexter City Lake over the weekend, the result of what the Missouri Department of Conservation and Dexter Parks director Lawson Metcalf say was a "natural event," primarily due to the recent extreme heat...
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Gary Geringer
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
LEOPOLD, Mo. -- Gary D. Geringer, 67, of Leopold, formerly of Bloomington, Ind., passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born Sept. 7, 1944, in Cape Girardeau, son of Sylvester A. and Hannah E. Farmer Geringer. He and Geri Beussink were married April 24, 1971, in Leopold...
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Lois Niswonger
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
Lois L. Niswonger, 84, of Cape Girardeau passed away Saturday, June 30, 2012, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. She was born July 21, 1927, at Marble Hill, Mo., to Connel Bryan and Mabel Eugenia Luckey Welch. She and Lloyd T. Niswonger were married June 15, 1947, at Grace Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau. They celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this year...
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William Fish Jr.
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
MOUNT VERNON, Mo. -- William E. Fish Jr., 68, of Mount Vernon passed away Sunday, July 1, 2012, in Springfield, Mo. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Assembly of God Church in Chaffee, Mo. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. William E. and Dorothy A. Houseman Fish...
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Sue Robey
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
ADVANCE, Mo. -- Sue Robey, 60, of Advance passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at her home. She was born Oct. 4, 1951, in Camden, Tenn., daughter of Leroy and Ruby Harden Bell. She and Terry Robey were married Sept. 21, 1968, at Avert, Mo. Sue had worked as a cook at Lorch Oil and Rhodes Gas, both in Advance. She attended Bell City High School...
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Dora Mantel
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
Dora Esther Mantel, 90, of Jackson passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born April 16, 1922, at Morley, Mo., to Ray and Cora Watson Shores. She and C.E. Mantel were married Aug. 22, 1945. He preceded her in death Sept. 19, 1991...
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Joyce Day
(Obituary ~ 07/05/12)
ADVANCE, Mo. -- Joyce Day, 70, of Advance passed away Monday, July 2, 2012, at her home. She was born Dec. 2, 1941, at Senath, Mo., daughter of Arthur Zeno and Azlee Edwards Davis Green. Joyce was a secretary 22 years at Rhodes Oil Co. in Advance. She was a member of Advance Eagles, and attended the Church of Christ...
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Candidate questionnaire: Amy Jones
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
NAME: Amy Jones DATE OF BIRTH: June 24, 1969 PLACE OF BIRTH: Perryville, Missouri SPOUSE, CHILDREN'S NAMES: I have been married to Jackson native Gerry Jones for 16 years. We have four wonderful children: Jed, William, John Henry and Isabel. OCCUPATION:...
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Candidate questionnaire: Julie Metzger
(Local News ~ 07/05/12)
NAME: Julie Metzger AGE: 52 PLACE OF BIRTH: Perryville, MO - Parents are Paul and Donna Hoeckele SPOUSE, CHILDREN'S NAMES: I am married to Mike Metzger; we have 3 children: Mick (Meredith) Metzger, Tyler Metzger and Natalie Metzger. We have one granddaughter, Savannah Metzger...
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