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Scott County Sheriff's Office seeks public's assistance in locating wanted man in rural Sikeston
(Local News ~ 09/09/22)
BENTON, Mo. — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man who led law enforcement in a vehicle and foot pursuit before running into a corn field Friday in rural Sikeston. At 12:19 a.m. Friday, deputies with the Scott County Sheriff’s Office responded to Hale Drive in rural Sikeston in reference to a domestic assault, according to Scott County Sheriff Wes Drury...
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Richland teacher helps Missouri Highway Patrol improve photo skills
(Local News ~ 09/09/22)
ESSEX, Mo. — Richland’s Kyle Carter recently had the opportunity to assist the Missouri Highway Patrol in making their job easier and more efficient. Though Carter is known for his photography skills, they were only a part of the project. Carter was asked to help the Missouri Highway Patrol in using their Tuff Book computers to photograph crime scenes and accident scenes more effectively...
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Sept. 2 to be remembered as "Goat 101"
(Column ~ 09/09/22)
I decided that Sept. 2, 2022, will forever be remembered as “Goat 101.” I visited my brother on his farm and he proclaimed we would be “working” goats. I pondered, “work goats?” I know there is a labor shortage, but we should not fill it with goats. I think they would do okay with laundry they could hang on their horns...
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Charles Williams
(Obituary ~ 09/09/22)
NEW MADRID, Mo. — Charles Edward Williams, 81, of New Madrid passed away Sept. 2, 2022, at the Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston, Missouri. He was born Sept. 15, 1940, in Henryville, Tennessee, to the late Howard and Sarah (Shaddix) Williams...
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Lois McRill
(Obituary ~ 09/09/22)
SIKESTON — Lois M. McRill entered the portals of Heaven upon leaving this good earth from Cotton Point Living Center when she heard God’s call on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022. Lois was born Oct. 24, 1935, in Sikeston to her wonderful parents, Arlen and Blanche Moody Miller, who preceded her in death in 1985.
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Speakout
(Opinion ~ 09/09/22)
I see that BMU is manually reading water meters again. I heard that the electronic sending units installed just a few years ago are failing and will all have to be replaced. I suppose our water bill will go up again as somebody has to pay to install and replace the defective electronic units.
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Larry Richards
(Obituary ~ 09/09/22)
BENTON, Mo. — Larry L. Richards, age 84, of Benton died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, at Tennova Health Care Center in Clarksville, Tennessee, surrounded by his daughter and son. He is survived by his two children, Cynthia Phyllis Richards, Larry Bryan Richards and adopted son, Paul W. Massa, all of Clarksville.
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James Kennedy
(Obituary ~ 09/09/22)
SIKESTON – James Eugene Kennedy, age 72, passed away on Sept. 6, 2022. He was born May 8, 1950, in Matthews, Missouri, son of James Ernest Kennedy and Mable Chad Kennedy. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during the Vietnam War, then joined the Sikeston National Guard. ...
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Sikeston reaches deal to help improve drainage
(Local News ~ 09/09/22)
SIKESTON — The City of Sikeston has entered into an agreement with St. John’s Bayou Basin in an effort to help improve drainage in Sikeston. “Living in a Mississippi River Delta town, drainage is always a challenge,” said Jay Lancaster, Sikeston director of Public Works. “We have some major outlets that most of the water exits our town through.”...
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R-6 maintenance crew completes summer projects
(Local News ~ 09/09/22)
SIKESTON — For Lorrie McClenton, director of building and grounds for the Sikeston R-6 School District, and her staff, maintaining the school district’s buildings is one she and her team take pride in year-round. “Maintenance is one of those gems people don’t know what you do or what building you work at,” McClenton said. “We’re not a construction department; we maintain the buildings.”...
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Sikeston Jaycees, TAG Truck Center among those teaming with SEMO to help sack hunger
(Local News ~ 09/09/22)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Southeast Missouri Department of Athletics is teaming up with the Southeast Missouri Food Bank, Sikeston Jaycees, TAG Truck Center and Ford & Liley Countertops to Sack Hunger this upcoming 2022 football season. For every quarterback sack against opposing teams this year, Sikeston Jaycees, TAG Truck Center and Ford & Liley Countertops will each donate $100 to the Southeast Missouri Food Bank. ...
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New flag pole
(Local News ~ 09/09/22)
Tommy Staggs (left) and Frankie Adams of American Legion Post 114 in Sikeston raise a flag on a new flag post they installed Friday morning at The Christian Academy.
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Kelvin Terry earns Hearing Instrument Specialist license
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
SIKESTON, Mo. — Sikeston Miracle-Ear consultant Kelvin Terry recently passed his practical examination to become a licensed Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS). Miracle-Ear of Sikeston will hold a ribbon cutting with the Sikeston Regional Chamber at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, to celebrate Terry’s achievement as well as marking the 30th anniversary of Miracle-Ear Centers Serving Southeast Missouri...
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Reinke recognizes Yellow Gold irrigation technician
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
DESHLER, Neb. – Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and technology, has recognized Yellow Gold Irrigation’s Stacy Linhart in Charleston with a 10-year PLUS Program Longevity Award. The Reinke PLUS (Proven Leaders in Unmatched Service) Program is a demanding service training program that’s offered to full-service Reinke dealers and includes a series of six courses and a testing process that qualifies them as a PLUS or Platinum PLUS certified technician...
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Zachary Barker joins Ferguson Medical Group
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. — Zachary Barker D.O., a Southeast Missouri State University graduate and a primary care physician, has joined Ferguson Medical Group in East Prairie, Missouri, Barker’s hometown. Barker earned his Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from Southeast Missouri State University. ...
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Julie Riley, BSN, RN, to take on role as practice manager
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to recognize Julie Riley, BSN, RN, on her promotion to practice manager of Cape Gastroenterology Specialists, Center for Digestive Diseases and Cape Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine, all Saint Francis Medical Partners...
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Pereira accepts benefits manager role at Saint Francis
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System recently announced Yvonne Pereira has been promoted to benefits manager in the Human Resources department. Pereira earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies with minors in Mass Communications, French and Writing from Southeast Missouri State University. ...
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Clippard takes roll as pharmacy manager
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to recognize Craig Clippard, RPh, on his promotion to Pharmacy Manager of the Healing Arts & Specialty Pharmacy. Clippard received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Missouri – Kansas City. He began his career at Saint Francis in 2004 as a staff Pharmacist at the Healing Arts & Specialty Pharmacy...
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Organic Remedies in Chaffee reaches agreement with TYSON 2.0
(Business ~ 09/09/22)
CHAFFEE, Mo. — Organic Remedies MO, Inc. (“Organic Remedies”), a leading cultivator and producer of medical cannabis products for the Missouri market, on Sept. 1 announced an exclusive licensing agreement with TYSON 2.0, a premier cannabis brand formed with iconic boxer, entertainer and entrepreneur Mike Tyson...
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