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Recently, a quilt raffle was held by VFW Post 3838 Auxiliary to raise money for a Veteran family for Christmas. Pictured at left is Linda Sanders, Veterans and Family Support Chairperson (and quilt donor) and right is Crystal Wekenborg, winner of the quilt...

Mary Lou Kurtz was recognized as a 45 year 4-H volunteer at the Cape Girardeau county 4-H Recognition Banquet held Nov. 3, 2018, at the University of Missouri Extension Office. Mary Lou shared many memories as her time as a 4-H volunteer. She was also a 4-H member during her youth in Ste. Genevieve County. The highlights include:...

Join us in thanking Wood & Huston Bank for their generous contribution to our 2018-19 Campaign! Together, Wood & Huston Bank and local employees raised money to help the community’s students, seniors, and families. We’re extremely thankful for their dedication to our community and organization...

Ninety-five children received $100 each to spend at Cape Walmart Supercenter during the recent Shop with a Hero event. Heroes from city and county police, fire, and first responder departments gathered at 6 a.m. to shop with the needy children. The children were chosen by the local schools to participate in the annual program funded by the Walmart Foundation and local contributors. ...

did this for my Pastor Bart Smith Christmas present

These colorful, crocheted Christmas stockings are sure to be a hit with Pediatrics patients at Southeast Hospital this holiday season. Thanks go to the thoughtful elves with the Mary Martha Crochet Group at Christ Evangelical Church in Cape Girardeau. Shown, from the left, are Lisa Elfrink, Carolyn Best, Kathy Smith, Southeast Pediatrics nurse Betty Fitzpatrick, Phyllis Garstang, Roxie Lindsay, Maxine Hale and Jobyna Daume...

The Delta High School Student Council has once again collected toys for the Toys for Tots program. Through 2 fundraisers, a "Scary Movie Night" and a Donuts and Hot Cocoa breakfast, we were able to raise a little over $500 for Toys for Tots. The leaders of this program are the Student Council President Cameron Pagel and Vice President Morgan Crutsinger...

Therm Stull of Cape Girardeau holds Darlene Chapman’s hand on stage as she sings to him. The annual S.A.L.T. Christmas party for seniors was held at the Eagles in Cape. Darlene Chapman is a Dolly Parton impersonator from Henderson, TN. She is a Christian Recording Artist...

Cape Girardeau, MO—Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri (LFCS) is collecting donations throughout the state to not only create a memorable Christmas for Missouri foster children, but to also meet basic needs for the thousands of families served all year long. More than 1,500 Christmas wishes fill Season of Sharing ornaments and a goal of $15,000 has been set to support ongoing needs for families; both numbers a nod to 2018 being LCFS’s 150th year in operation...

Raechel Reinitz is an alumna of Lutheran High School South in Oakville, Missouri, and a May, 2018 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University where she majored in Corporate Communications and minored in Marketing. Raechel is a second-generation volleyball coach and has coached volleyball for St. Paul Lutheran Elementary in Jackson for two years. United Way is excited about the sales and marketing experience Raechel brings to this position, along with her energy and enthusiasm...

The Professional Home Economists Club held its annual scholarship luncheon at Bella Italia Restaurant on Nov. 26. There were three honorable recipients recognized for their outstanding academic and community contributions. Each received a check for $750 from the Professional Home Economists Club. They are from left: Lydia Rehkemper, post graduate in dietetics; Brooke Biernbaum, undergraduate in family and consumer sciences; and Marqueé Banderet, undergraduate in dietetics...

Kristin Ham, president of Cape Evening Optimist Club, presents Jennifer Gast, founder of Student Santas, and daughter Laurel with a $1,500 check. Student Santas has helped over 22,000 children and their families at Christmastime.

Heartland Down Syndrome Association hosted its 12th annual Christmas party on Saturday, December 1st. Nineteen families and their guests were treated to a holiday meal of barbecue, sides, pizza, as well as a hot chocolate bar and desserts. Santa stopped by to dance with the children and distribute gifts. ...

Human Interest: My dad and I are both 20 year veterans. He was a remarkable man and served in Korea and Vietnam and he even had a heart transplant at Mizzou (from a Kansas City teenager). He died 10 years ago and my sister inherited his car. She recently passed away and the car was just given to me. I made a video about the car to feel better. Maybe someone else will appreciate it too...

Beth Biri Regent of the John Guild Chapter DAR presented the DAR Distinguished Award and Metal to Don Cook.

Valerie Holifield was awarded a $3,000 Program for Continuing Education Grant by the PEO Sisterhood. PEO is an international women's organization of about 230,000 members, with a primary focus on providing educational opportunities for female students worldwide. ...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (11/28/2018) – Credit Bureau Services, LLC (CBS), a local collections and credit reporting agency, has been named one of the Top-10 Innovative Agencies in America by Collection Advisor Magazine for its integration of the Facebook Live platform with its services. ...

5 generations of women got together in Scott City on Thanksgiving Day. Sitting is Jean Collier, Standing left to right is Kay Lee Householder, Jaycee Glastetter, Katina Stoops, Karen McClelland.

Scott City High School is experiencing the ultimate fan experience with a 8-foot indoor video display that was installed in November. The school was able to receive the indoor video display at no cost to the school with the Score Rewards Program. The Bank of Missouri advertised on the panels that surround the video display and has a digital advertisement...

While taking in the Christmas lights and decorations downtown, we saw the moon rising over the river. It provided the perfect opportunity for this shot.

VFW Post 3838 Auxiliary made a donation to the Annual Angel Production Christmas Party in Cape Girardeau. Pictured on left is Sheri Johnson, coordinator of Angel Productions, and Dale Humphries, VFW Auxiliary President

The Marine Corps League Auxiliary donated hygiene items to the Honorable Young Men’s Club in Cape Girardeau. Pictured from left are: Kweku Arkorful, mentor, Natasha Loyd, Marine Corps League Auxiliary president, Cantrell Andrews, mentor, and Wyky Jean, mentor...

Church Women United recently celebrated World Community Day at First Presbyterian Church in Jackson. As part of that celebration, the 2018 Human Rights Award was presented to Reverend Sam Roethemeyer for his commitment to Christian community service and outreach, and his passion for the Jackson Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry. Reverend Roethemeyer is shown holding his award along with (left) Joyce Zschille and CWU President Jonell McNeely...

Last week, Cenet and Southeast Missouri State University combined to host our first annual Student Recognition Ceremony for Southeast students who have studied abroad. The purpose of the ceremony was to recognize students' academic experiences overseas, and especially to highlight the positive impact an international experience can have on the future careers of our graduates...

Grant Skelton, age 11, killed his first deer, a six pointer in Bell City, Missouri. He was hunting with his dad, Mike Skelton.

Houston Carter, 6, son of Josh and Jessica Carter of Cape Girardeau, shot his first deer during youth season on the family farm in Wayne County. Proud grandpa is Bob Morrow

Dr. Tricia Derges has been named the 2018 Humanitarian Award recipient for her work with Lift Up Someone Today, a medical mission for individuals and families in need. She will be honored at a luncheon at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 18, at the Bond Learning Center at the Darr Agricultural Center in Springfield. Tickets are $22 each and can be purchased online at cfozarks.org/humanitarian...

We gave our Principal the day off for Catholic Principal Appreciation Day on November 15, or rather, God did with a snowfall. Although the day did not go as we had planned, Mrs. Katrina Kluesner was quite surprised by the outpouring of love she received on Friday when we returned to school in Oran. ...

Mecca Maevers-Donley bagged a doe on her first hunting season on November 15th in Bollinger County.