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Four by Four 12/8/13
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
By Adam Vogler Southeast Missourian 1. Other than a wedding or child's birth, what's your proudest moment? 2. How many magnets are on your fridge? What do they represent? 3. Describe your best road trip ever. 4. As we get closer to Christmas, what do you most look forward to? Dan Will Wheaton Ill. Southeast Student 1. I would say being accepted into college. It's the start of a new life, a new journey, and when I got the call to get here, I was real excited and proud to know that I was starting a new chapter in my life...
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U.S. veteran detained in North Korea returns home
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
SAN FRANCISCO -- A tired but smiling 85-year-old U.S. veteran detained in North Korea for several weeks returned home Saturday to applause from supporters, yellow ribbons tied to trees outside his home and the warm embrace of his family. Merrill Newman arrived at the San Francisco airport after turning down a ride aboard Vice President Joe Biden's Air Force Two in favor of a direct flight from Beijing. ...
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Feed My Starving Children requesting volunteers
(Local News ~ 12/08/13)
Anyone with free time who would like to help feed starving children across the globe is being asked to volunteer at the Osage Centre today and Sunday. Volunteers are being requested to help pack and label boxes with dry food ingredients that will be shipped and delivered to children by the Feed My Starving Children organization...
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Mizzou falls in SEC title game
(Professional Sports ~ 12/08/13)
Auburn claimed the conference championship with a 59-42 victory
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Runners race in Cape after St. Jude Marathon cancelled
(Community Sports ~ 12/08/13)
When Rose Fox realized that the weather in Memphis might force the St. Jude Marathon to be cancelled she decided to post on the "Run Cape Girardeau" Facebook page that area runners should run in town on Saturday instead. "At that point in time I didn't know we were going to get this much snow," Fox said...
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Road crews take advantage of sunshine
(Local News ~ 12/08/13)
The road crews that worked to clear snow and ice from city streets and major highways today counted on an ally in Mother Nature. "We want to take advantage of the sun," Tim Gramling, Cape Girardeau public works director, said. "I think we can make some progress today."...
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Snow is over, but it will stick around
(Local News ~ 12/08/13)
The ice and snow deposited by the winter-storm system that slammed into Southeast Missouri on Thursday and Friday won't leave anytime soon, a meteorologist said. "It could be that we'll keep having below-freezing temperatures until Thursday or Friday," said Deanna Lindstrom, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Paducah, Ky...
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Pearl Harbor marks anniversary
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii -- About 50 survivors of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor paused Saturday at the site to honor those killed and remember the moment that plunged the U.S. into World War II. Alvis Taylor, 90, was serving as an Army medic when the attack began. His superiors, who were doctors, rushed to hospitals to care for the wounded and left him in charge. He went to Pearl Harbor, about 18 miles south of his Army post at Schofield Barracks, with dozens of ambulances...
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Buried Paper
(Submitted Photo ~ 12/08/13)
Found my Sunday paper today while shoveling out my front steps. Thought it was kinda ironic.
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Snowball Buddy
(Submitted Photo ~ 12/08/13)
This is my Dachshund Buddy barking at me to throw him another snowball.
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Snowball Fight?
(Submitted Photo ~ 12/08/13)
Max still doesn't understand the concept of a snowball fight.
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Five things to know before owning a horse
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
By Samantha Kluesner Southeast Missourian Five things to know before owning a horse 1. The cheapest thing about owning a horse is buying one. Every six to eight weeks they need pedicures (new shoes or a trimming); every year they need vaccinations and a Coggins test. ...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
Today is Sunday, Dec. 8, the 342nd day of 2013. There are 23 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Dec. 8, 1941, the United States entered World War II as Congress declared war against Japan, a day after the attack on Pearl Harbor...
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Abner - Holzum
(Wedding ~ 12/08/13)
Amanda Suzanne Abner and Robert Theodore Holzum were married Oct. 5, 2013, at Immaculate Conception Church in Jackson. The Rev. John Harth performed the ceremony. Vocalist was Mallory Brown of Bell City, Mo., cousin of the bride. Pianist was Jerry Daniel of Jackson...
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Beussink - Meyer
(Wedding ~ 12/08/13)
Judith Nadyne Beussink and Donn Frederick Meyer were married Nov. 30, 2013, at the home of a friend, Rita Weidner of Jackson. Don Greenwood performed the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Cecilia Elder. Meyer is the son of Nadine Meyer of Topeka, Kan., and the late Augustine Meyer...
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Carter - Foster
(Engagement ~ 12/08/13)
David and Teresa Carter of Williamsburg, Va., announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Carter, to Bradley Foster. He is the son of Sandy Zinz of Marble Hill, Mo., and Scott Foster of Williamsburg. Melissa is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University. She is an IT project coordinator with Amerigroup in Virginia Beach, Va...
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Clemens - 50 Years
(Anniversary ~ 12/08/13)
PIEDMONT, Mo. -- Mr. and Mrs. Larry G. Clemens of Piedmont celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 6, 2013. They were married Dec. 6, 1963, at First Christian Church in Kirksville, Mo. The couple has four children, Charles T. Clemens of Warrensburg, Mo., Christopher R. ...
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Petzoldt - 40 Years
(Anniversary ~ 12/08/13)
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Petzoldt of Jackson recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with a renewal of their vows, performed by the Rev. Grant Gillard of First Presbyterian Church in Jackson. A dinner followed at Delmonico's. Petzoldt and Darlene Koeberl were married Aug. 18, 1973, by the Rev. Dennis Heaney at St. John's Lutheran Church in Pocahontas. They reside on the family farm...
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The bowfin: A true survivor
(Column ~ 12/08/13)
The bowfin is a fish whose existence dates back to the Jurassic Age when dinosaurs and reptiles ruled the world. It has found a way to survive across the ages while countless changes upon Earth have brought numerous other creatures to extinction. This is no small feat for a fresh water fish. They can grow to be about 40 inches long...
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Metro Title hosts breast cancer fundraiser
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
Metro Title Inc. of Cape Girardeau hosted a breast cancer awareness Halloween fundraiser Oct. 25. Guest speaker was Beth Brotherton, a three-year breast cancer survivor. Activities included door prizes, a costume contest and a sound system provided by Michael McConnell. Proceeds will go toward funding breast cancer awareness...
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Keeping the green in fresh holiday greenery
(Column ~ 12/08/13)
When Marilyn and I had our first Christmas together in our trailer, we got a fresh Christmas tree to celebrate with. After all, a forestry student wouldn't dream of having anything but a live Christmas tree to adorn the corner of the living area. We both were pretty excited about putting it up and decorating it...
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Christmastime is here, happiness and cheer - and dessert
(Column ~ 12/08/13)
Dessert anyone? When planning a menu for Christmas, it is nearly impossible for me to narrow down the dessert choices to just a few. I try to offer a variety that might include a pie (or two), a cake, cheesecake, a fruit choice, something chocolate and then fill in with bar cookies or homemade candy. ...
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Pets of the week
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
Pet Names: Ziggy and Zeus Owner: Pamela Grimes Favorite activity: Cuddling. ...
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Adopt Lewis
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
Lewis is 3 years old, is neutered and is up to date on his vaccinations. Lewis is available at The Humane Society by calling 334-5837. ...
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Adopt Pumpkin
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
Pumpkin is a 7-week-old kitten. She is very playful and also loves to be held and cuddle. For more information, contact Safe Harbor at 243-9823. ...
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Trinity Lutheran School donates to Safe House
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
Prekindergarten students at Trinity Lutheran School in Cape Girardeau recently donated bedtime bags to the Safe House for Women. Each bag contained a book, blanket, stuffed animal and dental hygiene items. Nearly 20 bags were donated; the students participated in the project to help other children in the community...
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U.S. Bank donates to Southeast Health Foundation
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
U.S. Bank donated $2,000 to the Southeast Health Foundation to help fund the Healthcare Professional Education Program. From left are Steve Green, market president for U.S. Bank; Donna McLain, development specialist with the Southeast Health Foundation; and Pete Poe, Southeast Health Foundation board president...
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U.S. Bank donates to United Way
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
U.S. Bank donated nearly $10,671 to the United Way of Southeast Missouri for the 2013 campaign year. From left are Cooper McKelvey, branch manager for U.S. Bank; Jeanne Muckerman, campaign chairwoman, United Way of Southeast Missouri; Shannon Daniels, bank senior financial adviser; Ryan Wiley, bank project specialist; and Nick Burger, bank commercial relationship manager...
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U.S. Bank donates to Southeast Mo. Food Bank
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
U.S. Bank locations in Cape Girardeau donated $1,200 to help the Southeast Missouri Food Bank in its mission to feed the hungry in Southeast Missouri. ...
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A not-so traditional Christmas tree
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
This weekend, despite my persistent and patient pleas for an alternative, our family will go out and cut down a live evergreen for our living room. Every year for the 32 Christmases we've spent together as a married couple, I've asked my wife to consider an artificial tree. Every year she tells me if I want a petroleum-based tree made of PVC or aluminum, I'll need a different spouse...
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Simply recognizing God in us and around us
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
Lately I've been reading a book of Mother Teresa's quotes entitled "Everything Starts from Prayer." I was initially drawn to this book while browsing at the bookstore for two reasons: its title and the fact that it was on sale for half price. I've also been wanting to read Mother Teresa's writings because her life of radical service to the poor and acceptance of every person really resonates within me. ...
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Cambodia will resume international adoptions
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia -- Cambodia will resume international adoptions in 2014, more than four years after suspending them over concerns about child exploitation, an official said. Deputy Social Affairs Minister Nim Thoth said foreigners interested in adopting Cambodian children would be able to make applications in the next year...
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School menus Dec. 9-13
(Menus ~ 12/08/13)
MONDAY--Chicken chunks, broccoli & cheese or cherry tomatoes or baby carrots, breadstick, pears. TUESDAY--Pepperoni crispito with sauce, corn or cherry tomatoes or baby carrots, applesauce. WEDNESDAY--Spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans or cherry tomatoes or baby carrots, cheese breadstick, fruit cup...
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Media are boycotting Obama-approved photos
(Editorial ~ 12/08/13)
A movement is underway by major media organizations to no longer use images of President Obama provided by White House photographers. Obama's administration has limited the availability of journalist photographers in many settings, igniting a strong reaction from media organizations that argue propaganda extends beyond the print and into the lens as well...
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Reintroducing Missouri elk
(Letter to the Editor ~ 12/08/13)
In response to Mr. Sullivan's Friday article regarding the elk reintroduction: This program was a cooperative one with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. Much of the cost was born by this conservation organization, not just taxpayers. The Mission of the RMEF is to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and our hunting heritage. ...
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Speak Out 12/8/13
(Speak Out ~ 12/08/13)
In news that should come as no surprise to Americans, who endured the 2013 partial government shutdown and fight over Obamacare, the 113th Congress has been declared the least productive in modern history, the Washington Post reports. Brazile column...
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Prayer 12-8
(Prayer ~ 12/08/13)
O Father God, we place our hope in Jesus, the Messiah, our Prince of Peace. Amen.
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A year after Sandy Hook school shooting, rift over guns deepens
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
Staring at photographs of the Newton, Conn., children's freckled faces, hair tucked into barrettes and baseball caps, a country divided by politics, geography, race, class and belief was united in mourning. And as their deaths confronted Americans with vexing questions about guns and violence, there were calls to turn that shared grief into a collective search for answers...
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N.Y. railway has until Tuesday to analyze lines
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
NEW YORK -- The Metro-North Railroad has until Tuesday to identify places in its system with major speed changes under an order from federal transportation officials requiring an extra worker in the driver's cab on routes such as the one where a speeding commuter train derailed this week, killing four people...
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Senate proposal: open Mexico oil to private firms
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
MEXICO CITY -- A Mexico senate committee Saturday proposed the most dramatic oil reform in decades that would open the country's beleaguered, state-run sector to private companies and investment. The Senate proposal would allow the government to grant contracts and licenses for exploration and extraction of oil and gas to multinational giants such as Exxon or Chevron, something currently prohibited under Mexico's constitution...
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Hugo Haertling
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
Hugo Haertling, 53, of Frohna, Mo., died Dec. 7, 2013, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Young and Sons East Perry Chapel in Altenburg, Mo., with the Rev. Paul Winningham officiating. Burial will be in Grace Lutheran Cemetery in Uniontown, Mo...
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Joyce Inskeep
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
MARBLE HILL, Mo. -- Joyce Ann Luttrell Inskeep, 34, of Marble Hill died Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at her home. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at Hutchings Funeral Chapel in Marble Hill. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery in Thebes, Ill...
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Ronald Penrod
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
Ronald E. Penrod, 60, of Millersville died Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. Arrangements are incomplete at McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson.
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John Behrens
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
John A. Behrens, 91, of Round Rock, Texas, formerly of Cape Girardeau, died Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at his home in Round Rock. Arrangements are incomplete at Ford and Sons Funeral Home.
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Births 12/8/13
(Births ~ 12/08/13)
Daughter to Anthony Lee and Rebecca Jo Miesner of Perryville, Mo., Saint Francis Medical Center, 9:10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013. Name, Heidi Jo. Weight, 7 pounds, 5 ounces. Second child, first daughter. Mrs. Miesner is the former Rebecca Bachmann, daughter of Kevin and JoAnn Bachman of Perryville. She is a registered nurse at Saint Francis Medical Center. Miesner is the son of Clifford and Eileen Miesner of Frohna, Mo. He is a farmer with Miesner Dairy Inc...
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Out of the past 12/8/13
(Out of the Past ~ 12/08/13)
After six months of work, the Independence Street widening project has been completed, and the street reopens in the afternoon. City officials from Cape Girardeau and Jackson will meet in Perryville, Mo., Monday in an effort to reach an out-of-court settlement in their annexation dispute; Cape Girardeau is seeking to annex right of way on both sides of Interstate 55 from north of the I-55-U.S. ...
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Jackson police report 12/8/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/08/13)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrest Assault Burglaries Thefts Miscellaneous...
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Jackson fire report 12/8/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/08/13)
The Jackson Fire Department responded to the following calls Friday:...
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Cape Girardeau police report 12/8/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/08/13)
The Department of Public Safety at Southeast Missouri State University released the following item: CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY The Cape Girardeau Sheriff's Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 12/8/13
(Police/Fire Report ~ 12/08/13)
The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls Thursday: The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls Friday:...
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Clyde McCloud
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
Clyde Milton McCloud, 89, of Perryville, Mo., and formerly of Cahokia, Ill., died Nov. 26, 2013, at Perry Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Perryville. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of service today at the First Assembly of God Church in Perryville...
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Everett Hopper
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
Everett Albert Hopper, 72, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at his home. There will be no services at this time. Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Alice Eisenhauer
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
Bessie Alice Eisenhauer, 94, of Jackson died Monday, Dec. 2, 2013, at Jackson Manor Nursing Home in Jackson. She was born Dec. 31, 1918, in Teresita, Mo., to John Nathan and Bessie M. Provow Bailey. Alice married Marshall O. Eisenhauer on Sept. 2, 1937. He died July 7, 1987...
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William Myers
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
CHAFFEE, Mo. -- William J. Myers, 87, of Chaffee passed away Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at home with his family. He was born Oct. 8, 1926, in Hartzell, Mo., son of Daniel and Altha L. McClain Myers. He and Joetta Mae Proctor were married March 13, 1943. She preceded him in death March 22, 2004...
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Rita Kuss
(Obituary ~ 12/08/13)
Rita Kuss, 70, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, at Georgian Gardens Nursing Center in Potosi, Mo. She was born March 12, 1943, in Oran, Mo., to Anthony and Geneva Wagner Hulshof. She married James Kuss March 3, 1962. Rita was a member of St. Mary Cathedral Parish...
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Missouri upsets No. 18 UCLA at home
(Professional Sports ~ 12/08/13)
COLUMBIA, Mo. -- Missouri guard Earnest Ross thinks it's "pretty cool" when he makes 3-pointers. His teammates agree, especially when they're dropping in big games. Ross scored 20 points and finished 5 of 11 from beyond the arc to help Missouri upset No. 18 UCLA 80-71 on Saturday...
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Weather causes postponements
(High School Sports ~ 12/08/13)
All area high school events were postponed for the weekend due to unsafe road conditions. The Woodland and Oran boys basketball tournament finals will be made up this week, but officials at both schools said the announcement of when the games will be played will come at a later time...
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Redhawks drop another road game
(College Sports ~ 12/08/13)
Southeast has lost six of their last seven games, including five away from home
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Cook leads Rams receivers in catches, yards
(Professional Sports ~ 12/08/13)
ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis Rams expected big things this season from free agent tight end Jared Cook. And for the most part, he has delivered. The 26-year-old Cook is leading the Rams this season in both catches (40) and yards receiving (557). The 6-foot-5, 254-pound Cook has plenty of speed. He's been timed at 4.49 in the 40 and he can leap like a hurdler. The versatile Cook can line up at tight end, in the slot, at wide receiver and in the backfield as an H-back...
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Rams face Cardinals in NFC West match
(Professional Sports ~ 12/08/13)
GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Arizona Cardinals have carved out a respectable record in Bruce Arians' first season as coach. Wins in the NFC West, though, remain elusive. The Cardinals (7-5) enter Sunday's game against St. Louis (5-7) on an eight-game losing streak against teams in their division. They haven't beaten an NFC West opponent since a victory over Seattle in the 2012 season opener and are 0-3 this year...
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Blues fall to Ducks 5-2, suffer second loss at home this season
(Professional Sports ~ 12/08/13)
ST. LOUIS -- Corey Perry scored his team-high 18th goal and rookie Frederik Andersen made 26 saves to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 5-2 win over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night. Anaheim won its second in a row, after beating defending Stanley Cup champion Chicago 3-2 in a shootout Friday. St. Louis lost for the third time in four games and fell to 12-2-2 at home...
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Deep freeze hits large swath of U.S.
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- A late fall cold snap that has gripped much of the country is being blamed for a handful of deaths and has forced people to deal with frigid temperatures, power outages by the thousands and treacherous roads. Weather forecasters say the powerful weather system has Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic in its icy sights next...
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Newlywed couple allegedly killed man via Craigslist ad
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
SUNBURY, Pa. -- A couple married for three weeks lured a man to his death with a Craigslist ad because they wanted to kill someone together, police said. Elytte Barbour told officers before his arrest Friday night that he and his wife, Miranda, had planned to kill before, but their plans never worked out until last month when Troy LaFerrara responded to an online posting that promised companionship in return for money, authorities said...
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Macklemore, Lamar muscle into the Grammys picture
(Entertainment ~ 12/08/13)
Jay Z easily led Grammy Award nominations announced Friday with nine, but left-of-center rappers Macklemore & Ryan Lewis and Kendrick Lamar were among a group of new stars who took many of the major nominations. Macklemore and Lewis' gay marriage anthem "Same Love" was among song of the year nominees and the Seattle rap crew joined Los Angeles rapper Lamar with seven nominations apiece, including best album and best new artist of the year. ...
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Massive crowds, world leaders to honor Mandela
(International News ~ 12/08/13)
JOHANNESBURG -- South Africa expects overwhelming crowds and a host of world leaders to attend services honoring late President Nelson Mandela, though with the ceremonies only days away officials acknowledged Saturday they couldn't offer any specifics...
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Backers seek clemency for imprisoned grandmother
(State News ~ 12/08/13)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The overturned conviction of a man who spent eight years in a Missouri prison for the death of a newspaper sports editor has given hope to supporters of a woman who has spent the last 27 years behind bars for the death of her husband...
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Four people selected to Hall of Famous Missourians
(State News ~ 12/08/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A physician credited as the father of osteopathic medicine and a noted science fiction writer have won induction into the state Capitol's Hall of Famous Missourians. Joining them as the newest inductees are a suffragist and the catalyst of a citizens' initiative that limited state revenue and local taxes...
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State housing commission delays tax credits
(State News ~ 12/08/13)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- A state housing commission held off Friday on approving millions of dollars in tax credits to build apartments for low-income residents in what appears to be the first ripple effect of a separate incentive package for a Boeing airplane facility...
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Obama: Chances for Iran deal 50-50 or worse
(National News ~ 12/08/13)
WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama said Saturday he believed the chances for a comprehensive nuclear agreement with Iran are 50-50 or worse, yet defended diplomacy as the best way to prevent Tehran from acquiring atomic weapons. During a question-and-answer session with a pro-Israel audience, Obama said he wasn't naive about the odds for a successful final agreement between world powers and Iran next year, building on the recent six-month interim deal...
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Southeast Missourian volleyball player of the year: Petty excelled in multiple roles
(High School Sports ~ 12/08/13)
Leopold junior Caitlin Petty gets some confused looks when she responds to questions about what position she plays on the volleyball court. "I tell them that I'm a setter and a middle hitter, and people are like 'What?'"
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'Rodeo and Juliet' puts spotlight on cultural myopia
(Community ~ 12/08/13)
The friction that may result when families stop getting along has comedic results in the Shakespeare-inspired musical "Rodeo and Juliet," with closing performances at 8:30 and 10 a.m. and 4 and 6 p.m. today at Crossroads Fellowship at 4400 E. Jackson Blvd. in Jackson...
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Southeast men extend winning streak to five games
(College Sports ~ 12/08/13)
The redhawks defeated Southeastern Louisiana 74-73 on Saturday
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Bosnia memories preserved in St. Louis
(State News ~ 12/08/13)
ST. LOUIS -- Selma Avdagic was only an infant when her Bosnian family fled from Sarajevo to St. Louis two decades ago as war ravaged the former Yugoslavia. The college student knows her parents' immigration story well. How her mother, a doctor back home, worked a succession of low-wage jobs in the St. Louis suburbs until she could obtain a U.S. medical license. How her father, who remained behind for another year, was nearly killed by a Serbian soldier...
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