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State Rep. Kathy Swan participates in White House Women's Event
(Local News ~ 01/19/18)
State Rep. Kathy Swan participated in the White House Women’s Event in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, which featured prominent women in the Trump administration. The Cape Girardeau Republican said she was the only Missourian among 24 invited participants, who asked questions of the panelists on stage.
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USDA accepting drought relief applications
(Local News ~ 01/19/18)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a program to assist farm producers after a damaging drought. The USDA’s Farm Service Agency’s county director, Terry Birk, announced in a news release Cape Girardeau and Bollinger counties are approved to accept applications for the Emergency Conservation Program, or ECP, to address drought damages caused by prolonged periods of no or little rainfall in 2017. ...
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Three-day Bluegrass Festival returns next week to the Bavarian Halle with familiar performers as well as new ones
(Entertainment ~ 01/19/18)
Hitting all the right notes is the goal of this year's Bluegrass Festival, which is returning to the Bavarian Halle in Fruitland on Jan. 25, 26 and 27. The promoters, Bull and Tammy Harman, work hard to put the event together. "We do it all. Hire bands, rent the hall, set up stage, set up chairs, advertising, flyers, sell the tickets, everything involved with hosting it," Tammy Harman said...
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Area lawmakers postponing judgment in Greitens' affair scandal
(Local News ~ 01/19/18)
Four Southeast Missouri lawmakers said they won’t rush to judgment over Gov. Eric Greitens’ admission to having had an extramarital affair before he became governor. Greitens has denied allegations he took compromising photos of the woman and then blackmailed her with them to keep quiet about the affair. Multiple media outlets have published audio recordings of the mistress making those claims during her confession of the affair to her then-husband, who was secretly recording her.
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Regional planner: Volkswagen settlement could benefit Cape Girardeau County government
(Local News ~ 01/19/18)
Cape Girardeau County government could benefit from some of the estimated $41 million Missouri expects to receive as part of the nation’s settlement with automaker Volkswagen, a regional planning official said Thursday. David Grimes of the Southeast Missouri Regional Planning Commission, based in Perryville, Missouri, told the Cape Girardeau County Commission the county government likely could qualify for funds to replace aging diesel engines on its road equipment and even replace county highway department dump trucks. ...
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Redhawk Food Pantry helping Southeast students, employees who need assistance with food, supplies
(Local News ~ 01/19/18)
The Redhawk Food Pantry at Southeast Missouri State University has been open for less than one year, but already it’s established itself as a center for students who need a little extra help. With increased usage comes increased need for donations, said Laurie Taylor, manager of Textbook Rental, where the food pantry is housed. In addition to canned goods and nonperishable food items, school supplies and personal hygiene items line the metal shelves...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
Today is Friday, Jan. 19, the 19th day of 2018. There are 346 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Jan. 19, 1953, CBS-TV aired the widely watched episode of "I Love Lucy" in which Lucy Ricardo, played by Lucille Ball, gave birth to Little Ricky. (By coincidence, Ball gave birth the same day to her son, Desi Arnaz Jr.)...
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Shall we gather at the river? In our kitchen?
(Column ~ 01/19/18)
It's hard to do even the most routine things when temperatures hover around zero. That includes writing a column. I should know. My wife and I are on pins and needles, thanks to a ruptured water pipe brought on by the minus-five nighttime reading a couple of weeks ago. That mess was quickly cleaned up, but there appears to be no guarantee that we won't have another break before the weather improves this week...
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Back from the brink
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/19/18)
I liked President Obama and even voted for him, but I believe he took us to the brink of socialism. Spending on social programs (free food, housing, medical, utilities, phones, etc) soared during his tenure. And even though I don't much like President Trump and didn't vote for him, I believe he is pulling us back from the brink...
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Salvation Army can use your support to meet kettle fundraising goal
(Editorial ~ 01/19/18)
There is still time to help the Salvation Army of Cape Girardeau meet its Red Kettle fundraising goal. The official campaign ends July 31. So far, the local organization has raised roughly $255,000 of its $300,000 goal. Those interested in donating can go to tsacapegirardeau.org to find out how to donate...
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Grammy fashion: Over 60 years, the awards show has gone from traditional wear to outlandish attire
(Entertainment ~ 01/19/18)
On May 4, 1959, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Gene Autry and other musical luminaries sat down to formal dinners and golden statues in Los Angeles and New York simultaneously for the first Grammy Awards. "As I recall, no one objected to dressing black-tie back then, though like so much else, that would change eventually," said Christine Farnon, who helped organize the first presentation and became executive vice president of the Recording Academy, in a short history on the Grammy website...
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Minneapolis is Super north for the NFL finale
(Entertainment ~ 01/19/18)
MINNEAPOLIS -- Minneapolis is the northernmost city to host a Super Bowl. Tourism officials are making the most of that as they prepare to welcome visitors to the "Bold North." Many activities surrounding Super Bowl will take advantage of Minnesota's wintry weather, including outdoor concerts, ice sculptures and opportunities for winter sports...
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Artifacts 1/19/18
(Entertainment ~ 01/19/18)
The Backstreet Cruisers will play a selection of dance tunes from the 1950s and 1960s from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday at the Cape Girardeau Eagles 3775, 321 N. Spring St. in Cape Girardeau. There is a $5 cover charge. Open to non-members. This opera based on Charles Perrault's fairy tale of "Cinderella" is filled with melodies reminiscent of Chopin and Tchaikovsky. ...
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Best Bet: 'According to Rumour' auditions
(Entertainment ~ 01/19/18)
Audutions for the spring comedy "According to Rumour" will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday and 6:30 p.m. Monday at Port Cape Girardeau Restaurant at 19 N. Water St. in Cape Girardeau. No experience or preparation necessary. For more information, contact Mike Craig or River City Players Community Theatre on Facebook...
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Out of the past: Jan. 19
(Out of the Past ~ 01/19/18)
The Scott City Council has voted to approved the city's contract with Quality Manufacturing Co. for a new firetruck and related fire-fighting equipment; Scott City Mayor Larry Forhan signed the contract after the council's unanimous decision in favor of accepting the $218,985 bid...
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Sharon West
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
Sharon West, 63, of Cape Girardeau passed away Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018, at Southeast Hospital, surrounded by family. She was born March 7, 1954, in Perryville, Missouri, to the late Antone and Merle Emmendorfer Wibbenmeyer. Sharon married Gary West on Feb. 19, 1977, in Perryville...
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Mabel Smith
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
Mabel Ruth Smith, 86, of Scott City died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born Jan. 8, 1932, in Sikeston, Missouri, to Bardis and Evelyn Medling Wiseman. She married Robert Teddy "R.T." Smith on Oct. 8, 1955. He preceded her in death Oct. 27, 2002...
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Trisha Slagley
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
BELL CITY, Mo. -- Trisha Lynn Slagley, 23, of Bell City passed away Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. She was born July 1, 1994, in Cape Girardeau, the daughter of Jeffrey Slagley and Edith Shipley. Trisha was a 2012 graduate of Bell City High School. ...
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Robert Seabaugh
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
Robert E. Seabaugh, 88, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, at Southeast Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete at Ford and Sons Funeral Home.
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Kevin Schnurbusch
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
FENTON, Mo. -- Kevin Paul Schnurbusch, baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at the age of 58. Beloved husband of 35 years to Lesa Shafer Schnurbusch; loving father of Daniel (Molly) Schnurbusch and Erin (Jon) Koury; dear son of the late Everett and Alma Buchheit Schnurbusch; brother of Larry (Jane) Schnurbusch, Doris (Bill) Cook and Karen (the late Phil) Boice; son-in-law of June Mattingly; uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend to many...
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Sanford Ladwig Sr.
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
BLOOMFIELD, Mo. -- Sanford E. Ladwig Sr., 68, of Bloomfield, formerly of Cape Girardeau, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. There will be no public services at this time. Crain Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau is in charge of arrangements...
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Marian Furr
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
Marian Lavern Furr, 86, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, at Saint Francis Medical Center. She was born Dec. 1, 1931, in St. Louis to Fred L. and Wilma Huber Steger. She graduated from College High School in Cape Girardeau. She and James H. Furr were married Oct. 21, 1950, at Egypt Mills. He passed away Sept. 19, 1982...
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Lorna Dreyer
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
Lorna Weber Dreyer, 95, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at her home. Arrangements are pending at Ford and Sons Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau.
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Kenneth Cowell
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
SEDGEWICKVILLE, Mo. -- Kenneth Dean Cowell, 77, of Sedgewickville passed away Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. He was born May 3, 1940, at Vanduser, Missouri, son of Troy and Maudie Patterson Cowell. He and Deanna Ogan were united in marriage Nov. 8, 1961, and she passed away Sept. 6, 2012...
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Donald Anderson
(Obituary ~ 01/19/18)
Donald L. "Pic" Anderson, 68, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018, at Southeast Hospital. He was born Dec. 28, 1949, in Cape Girardeau to Donald Lee and Betty Jean Snider Anderson. He worked at Purple Crackle for several years, was a truck driver for Federated Auto Parts and worked at Frisco Railroad transporting crews...
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Jackson police report 1/19/18
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/19/18)
The Jackson Police Department released the following items. Theft n Theft was reported in the 200 block of Morgan Street. Property damage n Property damage was reported in the 1400 block of Old Cape Road. Miscellaneous n Harassment was reported in the 1100 block of K-Land Drive...
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Cape Girardeau fire report 1/19/18
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/19/18)
The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to the following calls: Tuesday n Medical assists were made at 9:54 a.m. on Cape Meadows Circle; 3:44 a.m. on Big Bend Road; 5:11 a.m. on South Hanover Street; 7:48 a.m. on David Street; 10:10 a.m. on Oakley Drive; 1:39 p.m. on Washington Avenue; 3:43 p.m. on North Frederick Street; 4:14 p.m. on William Street; 4:21 p.m. on Perry Avenue; and 5:32 p.m. on Camellia Drive...
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Cape Girardeau police report 1/19/18
(Police/Fire Report ~ 01/19/18)
The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrest does not imply guilt. Arrest n Jennifer Nicole Tanner, 33, 215 N. Sprigg St., was arrested at South Pacific and Independence streets on a Cape Girardeau County warrant...
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Paper cup allegedly used by Elvis Presley up for auction
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
TULSA, Okla. — A paper cup allegedly used by Elvis Presley six decades ago in Oklahoma is up for auction, and bids already have surpassed $1,500. North Carolina resident Wade Jones is a collector of all things Elvis...
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Blood test to detect 8 cancers early gives promising results
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
Scientists are reporting progress on a blood test to detect many types of cancer at an early stage, including some of the most deadly ones that lack screening tools now. Many groups are working on liquid biopsy tests, which look for DNA and other things tumors shed into blood, to try to find cancer before it spreads, when chances of cure are best...
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Probe clashes with privilege
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
WASHINGTON -- The White House and lawmakers haggled Thursday over what former chief strategist Steve Bannon and other top aides to President Donald Trump can tell Congress as it investigates possible connections with Russia. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have been critical of the White House's sweeping interpretation of executive privilege -- pretty much everything is off limits until the president says it's not...
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Pence to visit Mideast at time of great friction
(International News ~ 01/19/18)
CAIRO -- U.S. Vice President Mike Pence's upcoming visit to the Middle East comes at a time of intensely publicized friction between his administration and the Palestinian leadership, posing a dilemma for his Arab hosts -- Egypt's president and Jordan's king -- on how to safeguard their vital ties with Washington without appearing to ignore Palestinian misgivings...
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California parents charged with torture
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
RIVERSIDE, Calif. -- A California couple tortured a dozen of their children for years, starving them to the point their growth was stunted, chaining them to their beds for months at a time and forbidding them from showering more than once a year or using the toilet, a prosecutor said Thursday...
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Trump wades into race to help Pa. candidate
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
CORAOPOLIS, Pa. The White House insisted it was not a political event. But that didn't stop President Donald Trump from throwing his support Thursday behind a Pennsylvania Republican in a House race widely viewed as a test of whether the party can stave off Democratic gains...
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For rival camps in abortion debate, a weekend to mobilize
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
Activists on both sides of the abortion debate will be rallying and marching over the next few days in their annual show of force, while looking ahead to the coming year with a mix of combativeness and trepidation. The events kick off today with the March for Life in Washington, the biggest yearly event for opponents of abortion. Organizers say Donald Trump will become the first sitting president to address the gathering, speaking live from the White House Rose Garden...
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Amazon sweepstakes is narrowed down to 20 competitors
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
NEW YORK -- Amazon's second home could be in an already tech-heavy city, such as Boston, New York or Austin, Texas. Or it could be in the Midwest, say, Indianapolis or Columbus, Ohio. Or the company could go outside the U.S. altogether and set up shop in Toronto...
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House votes to avert federal shutdown, Senate chances dim
(National News ~ 01/19/18)
WASHINGTON -- On the edge of a government shutdown, a divided House voted late Thursday to keep the government open past a deadline today -- setting up an 11th-hour standoff in the Senate, where Democrats have vowed to kill the measure. The partisan roadblock in the GOP-controlled Senate left just a day and little hope for negotiators searching for a way to avoid shuttering federal offices and keeping thousands of employees home from work. ...
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Kansas City officers learn control through weekly yoga instruction
(State News ~ 01/19/18)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Her nerves were rattled as the adrenaline rushed through her body, but Kansas City Police Officer Mikki Cassidy quickly reminded herself to take a brief moment to calm down and breathe. The minutes seemed to slowly drip away as Cassidy and her partner maintained their position outside an East-side house where an armed criminal refused to surrender and waited for the cadre of tactical officers to arrive. ...
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Prayer 1/20/18
(Prayer ~ 01/19/18)
O Lord Jesus, thank you for the gift of eternal life through you. Amen.
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Speak Out 1/19/18
(Speak Out ~ 01/19/18)
With Republicans in the majority, programs like the Autism Center struggle financially while the rich get richer. The new tax cuts immensely benefit the upper crust. And next, the Republicans will be saying our country cannot afford Medicaid and Medicare. ...
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Births 1/19/18
(Births ~ 01/19/18)
Daughter to Marchellu and Sommer Shardae Perdue of Cape Girardeau, Saint Francis Medical Center, 2:48 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2017. Name, Lovely Legacy. Weight, 8 pounds, 6 ounces. First child. Mrs. Perdue is the former Sommer McCauley, daughter of Leroy and JoAnn McCauley of Cape Girardeau. Perdue is the son of Eula Perdue of Greenville, Georgia. He is employed by Quality Wood Flooring...
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Guardian Angel Cheerleaders Win 1st Place
(Submitted Story ~ 01/19/18)
The Guardian Angel Redwing Cheerleaders of Oran won the 1st place trophy at the Notre Dame Tournament in Cape. The 4 day boys basketball tournament was held on January 6 & 7 and January 14 & 15 at the Notre Dame Regional High School. The Guardian Angel cheerleaders were selected by the Notre Dame cheerleaders as the 1st place team. ...
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Grand Champion Rabbits
(Submitted Story ~ 01/19/18)
MO Bunnies Rabbitry is proud to announce two rabbits have earned Grand Champion status from The American Rabbit Breeders Association. Jersey Wooly TB Rabbit Habbit's MooShoo has earned several Best Opposite Sex of Breed awards to earn his Grand Champion certificate...
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