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Nine dogs die in house fire Saturday
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Nine dogs were killed in a house fire early Saturday at 329 Albert St. in Cape Girardeau, according to a Cape Girardeau Fire Department incident report. The fire was reported at 3:58 a.m. Four engines, one ladder truck and a battalion chief were dispatched, the report stated...
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Three Rivers in Sikeston growing industrial hemp to help local farmers
(Business ~ 08/19/19)
SIKESTON, Mo. -- Three Rivers College in Sikeston is taking part in an educational initiative growing industrial hemp in an effort to help local farmers who intend to grow the crop in the spring. "It is a really exciting time to be part of this project," Three Rivers College president Wes Payne said at a news conference Wednesday morning. ...
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Art Building added to list of closed buildings at Southeast
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Four buildings with somewhat of an uncertain future are sitting empty on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University. The vacancies represent close to 160,000 square feet of space that will be unavailable for use for an indefinite period of time...
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Pit masters display barbecue skills during annual Cape Jaycees BBQ Fest
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Pit masters were busy Saturday morning readying their entries and hoping for the best during the 27th annual Cape Jaycees BBQ Fest at Arena Park in Cape Girardeau. Travis Bickings with Shot in the Dark BBQ from Oran — one of 45 teams contributing to the aroma of barbecue on the west side of the city — said he and his team participate in about 20 competitions a year and it requires “weekly preparation.”...
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Officials, residents, business owners weigh in on Center Junction project
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Jackson business owners generally agree the interchange at the junction of U.S. 61 and Interstate 55 between Cape Girardeau and Jackson needs to be upgraded. They also overwhelmingly say any construction at the interchange must be done without disrupting traffic, or at least with as little disruption as possible, according to Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce president and CEO Brian Gerau...
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Farewell, Brother David: Principal of Notre Dame moves on to new assignment after two decades
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
After more than 20 years of service at Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau, Brother David Anthony Migliorino, OSF, has accepted another assignment — principal of Saint Anthony’s High School in South Huntington, New York. Provincial Superior Brother Gabriel O’Brien, OSF, of the Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn, New York, has appointed Migliorino — effective immediately — and a search for a new principal for Notre Dame has begun...
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Business Notebook: Student appreciation, a 'thank you' from Community Foundation, a great place for administrative assistants
(Business ~ 08/19/19)
In case you hadn't noticed, Southeast Missouri State University students are back in town, and while we might complain about the extra traffic on streets surrounding campus, we should all be happy about the economic impact students have on the community...
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Today in History
(National News ~ 08/19/19)
Today is Monday, Aug. 19, the 231st day of 2019. There are 134 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 19, 1934, a plebiscite in Germany approved the vesting of sole executive power in Adolf Hitler. On this date: In 1812, the USS Constitution defeated the British frigate HMS Guerriere off Nova Scotia during the War of 1812, earning the nickname "Old Ironsides."...
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Prayer 8-19-19
(Prayer ~ 08/19/19)
O Lord, may we do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Amen.
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Reckless rhetoric is bipartisan
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/19/19)
President Trump tosses around inflammatory rhetoric such as claiming an “invasion” at our southern border. I saw no evidence of this on a recent trip down there. He accuses immigrants of being rapists and criminals, a claim easily disproven using FBI statistics. His rhetoric fires up the dangerous white supremacy movement and may well have influenced the domestic terror attack recently perpetrated in El Paso. Right-wing media stokes the fire by parroting Trump’s dangerous rhetoric...
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Protect species over profits
(Letter to the Editor ~ 08/19/19)
The Endangered Species Act of 1973 is a success story. The humpback whale, the grizzly bear, the bald eagle, the manatee, the condor and the American alligator were all brought back from the brink of extinction. Saving mammals, birds, insects, reptiles and marine life from extinction is not just about one’s love of nature, it is about protecting the link between nature, ecosystems and our food and water security...
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Patience and thanks as area steps into school
(Editorial ~ 08/19/19)
It may not officially die until the calendar flips to Sept. 23. The temperatures will continue to rise into the 90s. The swimming pool will still feel good for a few more weeks. But for many, the summer ended last week with the return of the school year...
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Florida vacation home invaded by vomiting vultures
(National News ~ 08/19/19)
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- A New York couple's luxurious vacation house in Florida has been taken over by dozens of black vultures that are vomiting and defecating everywhere. The Palm Beach Post reported the Casimano family can't even visit the $702,000 home they purchased earlier this year in the Ibis Golf and Country Club...
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Nancy Woods
(Obituary ~ 08/19/19)
Nancy C. Woods, 71, of Jackson passed away Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born March 4, 1948, in Cincinnati to Johnnie and Martha Weaver Nalls. She and Michael A. Woods were married Feb. 16, 1980, at New McKendree United Methodist Church in Jackson, still the church of their current membership...
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Sharon Davidson
(Obituary ~ 08/19/19)
Sharon Elizabeth Davidson, 82, of Cape Girardeau died Saturday, Aug. 17, 2019, at St. Clare Hospital in Fenton, Missouri. She was born Jan. 5, 1937, in Herrin, Illinois, to James Paul and Marguerite Hilda Mortimer Nigra. She and Rueben L. "Dave" Davidson were married July 25, 1958, in St. Louis. He passed away Oct. 16, 2008...
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How to keep your razors from contributing to landfill waste
(Business ~ 08/19/19)
NEW YORK -- How bad is your disposable razor for the environment? The question is gaining attention among consumers amid a growing global campaign against plastic waste, with cities and countries introducing bans on single-use plastic bags and straws...
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Cape Girardeau County agenda 8/19/19
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Approval of minutes n Minutes for Aug. 15 meeting Communications/ reports -- other elected officials n Purchase order for courtroom furnishings at new courthouse facility Public comments...
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Jackson Board of Aldermen agenda 8/19/19
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Public hearing n Hearing to consider the proposed 2019 general revenue, parks and recreation, cemetery and band tax rates Approval of minutes n Minutes of regular meeting of 8/5/19 Financial affairs...
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Cape Girardeau City Council agenda 8/19/19
(Local News ~ 08/19/19)
Study Session Presentations n Silver Springs II Apartments presentation Communications/reports n Items for discussion n Planning and Zoning Commission report n Appearances regarding items not listed on the agenda...
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Juanita Summers
(Obituary ~ 08/19/19)
Juanita Irene Summers, 93, of Jackson passed away Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau, where she had been a resident for 25 years. She was born Oct. 24, 1925, in Sedgewickville, Missouri, daughter of Joseph A. and Carrie E. James Statler. She and Boyd Summers Jr. were married July 7, 1950, in Chaffee, Missouri...
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Out of the past: Aug. 19
(Out of the Past ~ 08/19/19)
Mary McBride surprised co-workers this week with notification that she will resign as executive director of the Private Industry Council; her departure will become effective Aug. 26; Ron Swift will become interim executive director of the PIC. Amanda Lomax of Benton, Missouri, was crowned 1994 Jackson Homecomers Queen last night; Jennifer Paulus of Perryville, Missouri, was first runner-up and Frannie Trum of Sikeston, Missouri, was second runner-up...
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Cape Girardeau Elks Lodge Donates
(Submitted Story ~ 08/19/19)
The Cape Girardeau Elks participated once again in the Cape Girardeau Back-to-School Kickoff event. This event is a collaborative event put on by several area charitable organizations, businesses, and the public school system. Each year this event helps many children who could not otherwise afford the necessary supplies to be successful students. ...
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