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Speakout
(Opinion ~ 07/29/20)
President Trump’s newscast on Tuesday afternoon (July 14), was nothing more than campaign talk, bragging how great he is, criticizing and blaming fault of his leadership on competitors, other countries and the media. His speech had nothing to do with current issues, or solutions, addressing the country. If another candidate gave this kind of speech they would have to pay the news stations for campaign time. Is this another sample of power abuse by this president?
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Letter: ‘Sounds Under the Stars’ in Charleston was success
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/29/20)
Dear Editors: Warm, heartfelt love and appreciation to everyone who helped make “Sounds Under the Stars” in Charleston, Missouri, a success. We especially thank Mr. Rodney Jones who brought his trailer each week for us to use as a stage. A special thanks to the entertainers: The East Prairie Church of God Worship Team, the Charleston First Assembly of God Worship Team, the Biles Twins and their pastor, the Rev. ...
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New Madrid County reports new coronavirus cases
(Local News ~ 07/29/20)
The New Madrid County Health Department reported 18 new positive coronavirus cases on Monday and one new case on Tuesday, giving the county 149 positive cases since the pandemic began in March. Of the cases, 39 are active with 110 having recovered...
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Saint Francis Medical Center will permit one visitor per patient beginning Wednesday
(Local News ~ 07/29/20)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Effective today Saint Francis Medical Center will permit one visitor per patient. Visitors are not permitted for adult ICUs and the COVID Care Unit. There are no changes to the OB, pediatric and NICU patient visitor policy. For the complete visitor policy, visit sfmc.net/COVID19...
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Mizzou releases spring semester 2020 dean’s list
(07/29/20)
COLUMBIA, Mo. — The University of Missouri has released its spring semester 2020 dean’s list. Local students making the list include: Charleston, Mo. Roge Harandus Modicue, Sophomore, Health Professions East Prairie, Mo. Quentin Ray Carlyle, Sophomore, Agr-Food & Nat Resources...
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Local students graduate from college
(07/29/20)
Harding University SEARCY, Ark. — More than 800 students received diplomas and will be recognized as Harding University graduates during a virtual ceremony on Aug. 15. Graduates include students from the College of Allied Health, College of Arts and Humanities, College of Bible and Ministry, Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration, Cannon-Clary College of Education, Carr College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, College of Sciences, and the Honors College...
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Missouri Science and Technology announces honor list
(07/29/20)
ROLLA, Mo. — Missouri University of Science and Technology announces the names of students who made the honor list for the Spring 2020 semester. To be included on the honor list, students must have carried a minimum of 12 hours and had grade point averages of 3.2 or above out of a possible 4.0...
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Todd Sturgeon
(Obituary ~ 07/29/20)
VAN BUREN, Mo. — Todd Quentin Sturgeon, 56, formerly of East Prairie, Mo., died July 24, 2020. Born Jan. 25, 1964, in Sikeston, Mo., son of the late Joe Howard Sturgeon and Ruth Cave Sturgeon, he was a mechanic and a member of Birch Tree United Methodist Church in Birch Tree, Mo...
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City of Sikeston accepting boards and commission applications
(Local News ~ 07/29/20)
SIKESTON — The City of Sikeston is currently accepting applications for the city’s boards and commissions. There are currently 35 positions available on 15 different boards with some terms up for reappointment and others with expiring terms. The city accepts Citizens Resource Bank Applications throughout the year but to be considered for this round of appointments, applications must be submitted to Sikeston City Clerk Rhonda Council at Sikeston City Hall or by email at rdcouncil@sikeston.org by 5 p.m. ...
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