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Doug Spooler, Cape Girardeau Farmers agent, named to Million Dollar Round Table Academy
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
Doug Spooler, an insurance and financial services agent with Farmers Insurance and Financial Services in Cape Girardeau, was among those selected to the Million Dollar Round Table. ...
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Ginny Smith making progress as CTA executive director
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
Ginny Smith, the executive director of Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority (CTA), has a lot to oversee. She manages a fleet of 48 vehicles and nearly as many drivers who take thousands of trips per week all across the county. ...
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Cape Girardeau junior high sees improvements since implementing ‘Power of ICU’ program
(Local News ~ 04/29/24)
A program recently implemented at Terry W. Kitchen Central Junior High School in Cape Girardeau has quickly led to improved grades, fewer missing assignments and decreased disciplinary referrals, according to district officials. The program, called "Power of ICU", was adopted by the school three semesters ago and has already proven to be effective. ICU stands for "intensive care unit" because the students who are placed on the list require "intensive care" to make sure they’re successful. ...
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South Side Farms continues work, names new executive director
(Local News ~ 04/29/24)
Maurice Theriot, a master gardener at Lincoln University of Missouri in Jefferson City, will begin his new role with South Side Farms on Wednesday, May 1. ...
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Tornadoes kill 4 in Oklahoma, leaving trail of destruction, thousands without power
(National News ~ 04/29/24)
SULPHUR, Okla. — Tornadoes killed four people in Oklahoma, including an infant, and left thousands without power Sunday after a destructive outbreak of severe weather flattened buildings in the heart of one rural town and injured at least 100 people across the state...
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Buckner-Ragsdale building begins new life as an event center
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
After a year of construction, The Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center at 132 Main St. in Cape Girardeau has opened. A preview event Thursday, April 25, served both to prepare staff for future events and to showcase the location to prospective entertainers, caterers and wedding industry professionals. ,,,
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Today in History; April 29
(Local News ~ 04/29/24)
Today is Monday, April 29, the 120th day of 2023. There are 246 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On April 29, 1429, Joan of Arc entered the besieged city of Orleans to lead a French victory over the English. On this date: In 1916, the Easter Rising in Dublin collapsed as Irish nationalists surrendered to British authorities...
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Prayer 4-29-24
(Prayer ~ 04/29/24)
Lord Jesus, we place our hope and trust in you, our Savior. Amen.
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Ultraprocessed foods are everywhere
(Column ~ 04/29/24)
In my quest to eat healthier as an adult, I’ve encountered a lot of meat and dairy alternatives along with low-fat and sugar-free treat options that claim to be better choices. Many of these products are also marketed as organic. Like the almond milk I buy. I choose not to eat mass-produced animal products because of the unethical and inhumane conditions found in corporate farming. What I failed to realize was that the corporate atmosphere of processed food marketed as healthy is equally horrific. ...
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Stop the ‘emergency spending’ charade already
(Column ~ 04/29/24)
Last week, Congress moved closer to passing four separate bills with $95 billion in funding for Ukraine, Israel, Indo-Pacific allies and the domestic submarine industrial base. This funding has been debated for months, with much of it intended for wars that have been going on — and likely will continue — for a while. In other words, it’s not new or surprising. Yet once again, it will be labeled "emergency spending", a tool allowing legislators to double down on their fiscal irresponsibility. ...
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Semoball Awards winter sports finalists announced
(Editorial ~ 04/29/24)
Finalists for several winter sports categories were recently announced for this year’s Semoball Awards. The event, which is set to take place Friday, July 12, at La Croix Church in Cape Girardeau, continues a tradition of recognizing the best in high school sports from across Southeast Missouri. ...
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New nail service owner applies for business license
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
A few new business owners have applied for business licenses with the City of Cape Girardeau Community Development Department. ...
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Gas prices decrease for first time in weeks
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
The national average price for regular gasoline has dipped by 2 cents, falling to $3.66 as prices decrease for the first time in weeks. ...
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Cape Girardeau, Perryville chambers host gatherings
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
Two local chambers of commerce are holding events during the week. ...
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Ribbon-cuttings to be held for pond renovation, community garden
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host a pair of ribbon-cuttings this week. ...
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Southeast Missouri Food Bank launches Move to Feed donation program
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
Southeast Missouri Food Bank has partnered with Cape County Realtors and local title companies to launch Move to Feed, a new program allowing individuals who are moving to donate food. ...
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Banterra Bank raises more than $25,000 for charity through eclipse glasses sales
(Business ~ 04/29/24)
Marion, Illinois-based Banterra Bank announced it had raised $25,913 for not-for-profit organizations Granted and Make-A-Wish from the sale of eclipse glasses. ...
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Bill Wingerter Sr.
(Obituary ~ 04/29/24)
PERRYVILLE — William "Bill" P. Wingerter Sr., 90, of Perryville entered eternal happiness Wednesday, April 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 3, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville, and will continue from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturday, May 4, at the church. ...
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Gina White
(Obituary ~ 04/29/24)
PERRYVILLE — Regina "Gina" Lea White, 52, of Perryville died Saturday, April 27, 2024, at her home. Visitation was Sunday, April 28, at Ford and Young Funeral Home in Perryville. ...
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Sue Wallman
(Obituary ~ 04/29/24)
Wyonia S. “Sue” Poe Wallman, 82, peacefully passed away Friday, April 26, 2024, surrounded by her family, at her home in Pocahontas. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. She was born Feb. 23, 1942, in Bollinger County to Veatris Everett “V.E.” and Eula Scott Poe. Sue was raised in the Scopus area. Sue and Melvin Wilbert Wallman were married Nov. 4, 1962. ...
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Mike Sciortino
(Obituary ~ 04/29/24)
James Michael "Mike" Sciortino, 81, formerly of Cape Girardeau, met his heavenly Father on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Jackson Manor Nursing Home in Jackson. He was born Nov. 27, 1942, in Cape Girardeau to Joseph John and Gladys Sutton Sciortino. He and Lana Marie Brewer were married July 11, 1965, in New Madrid. She preceded him in death Aug. 18, 2015. ...
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Kenneth Phillips
(Obituary ~ 04/29/24)
McCLURE, Ill. — Kenneth Dean Phillips, 95, of McClure died Saturday, April 27, 2024, at his home. He was born Nov. 28, 1928, in St. Louis, the son of Romyn and Dorothy Brown Phillips. He married Barbara Lindsay on Dec. 27, 1958, in Alton, Illinois. ...
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Eddie Keys
(Obituary ~ 04/29/24)
Eddie Ray Keys, 69, of Cape Girardeau went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 26, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his family. Eddie was born March 10, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of the late Clarence Eddie Keys and Vida Keys. ...
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NerdWallet: So you got a raise? Here's what to do with the money
(National News ~ 04/29/24)
Whether it's a 5% increase or a 20% bump, a pay raise at work is an opportunity to take charge of your financial priorities. A small raise might not seem like much when it's broken down into a biweekly paycheck, but over time, that difference in income could provide a boost to your lifestyle or be put toward other financial goals...
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Ukraine's army chief reports tactical retreat in east, warns of front-line pressure
(International News ~ 04/29/24)
KYIV, Ukraine -- Ukraine's troops have been forced to make a tactical retreat from three villages in the embattled east, the country's army chief said Sunday, warning of a worsening battlefield situation as Ukrainian forces wait for much-needed arms from a huge U.S. aid package to reach combat zones...
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Out of the past: April 29
(Out of the Past ~ 04/29/24)
The Missouri House of Representatives yesterday budgeted $4.6 million to help fund the River Campus project, but the House isn’t ready to release the purse strings yet; under the capital improvements bill passed by the House, the state wouldn’t spend a dime on Southeast Missouri State University’s River Campus while a lawsuit is pending over the local share of funding; the bill also requires local funding to pay for 50% of the project. ...
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10 Ways To Protect Your Personal Information
(Submitted Story ~ 04/29/24)
Identity theft affects millions of people each year and can cause serious harm. Protect yourself by securing your personal information, understanding the threat of identity theft, and exercising caution. Here are 10 things you can start doing now to protect yourself and your loved ones from identity theft:...
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