Business

Local area McDonald’s restaurants will hire approximately 1,000 new employees in surrounding communities over the next few weeks to staff up for summer. Through a summer job at McDonald’s, individuals learn work readiness skills on the job that serve them well into future career opportunities. ...

NEW MADRID, Mo. – Andrew Mack of Benton, Manny Zeringue of Jackson and Joseph Nevel and Ralph Palmer of New Madrid are among those recently honored at the virtual 27th annual employee recognition awards ceremony hosted by Associated Electric Cooperative’s Springfield headquarters. All four employees work at the cooperative’s New Madrid Power Plant...

The Sikeston Regional Chamber held a ribbon cutting for Backfisch Bodyshop on Tuesday, March 30. Owner, David Backfisch, is seen here cutting the ribbon in front of his location, 804 Woods Lane. Backfisch Bodyshop is a family owned business with a combined experience of 80 years among its staff. ...

Title Dorothy Williamson Campbell Retirement and Second Act Dorothy initially retired in 2015 as an Emeritus Professor of Communication at Indiana University Northwest as a faculty member and past Dean of Arts and Sciences, internationally known speaker and trainer—having presented domestically in many states and internationally in China; Israel; Ivory Coast; Nassau; Nigeria and Senegal Africa. ...

DESHLER, Neb. – Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and technology, has recognized Yellow Gold in Charleston with a Gold Pride award in recognition of their success last year. “We are proud to honor the team at Yellow Gold with this award,” said Chris Roth, Reinke president. ...

Steward Steel Inc. recently honored Ricky Bohnsack for 15 years of outstanding service to the company. Vice President Chris Steward (pictured left) states…”Ricky’s knowledge and skills contribute greatly to the painting operation of our plant. All our products pass through Ricky’s department before shipment. ...

Good health and good taste are making a winning combination for two New Madrid County businesses. J&R NUTRITION AND ENERGY PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. - With flavors like salted caramel and strawberry cheesecake, it is almost hard to believe the shakes offered by J&R Nutrition and Energy are not only delicious but good for you. But it is true, said Rebecca Watkins, who co-owns the business with her husband, William...

DESHLER, Neb. – Reinke recently announced that Sam Wallace with Yellow Gold LLC in East Prairie has earned the Platinum PLUS (Proven Leaders in Unmatched Service) Certified Technician Award. The award is the most elite technical service designation awarded by Reinke...

Steward Steel Inc. recently honored Oscar Bautista for five years of outstanding service to the company. Vice President Chris Steward (pictured left) states…”Oscar’s quality of work has contributed greatly to the success of our door line operations of the plant. His knowledge and experience are great assets to the company. We appreciate his contribution to Steward Steel over the past five years.” Pictured right is J.J. Steward, contract sales manager...

The Sikeston Regional Chamber held a ribbon cutting for one of its newest members, Fresh Ideas, LLC on Wednesday, March 17. Because Fresh Ideas provides food services for the Sikeston Public School system, Jim McDonald, chief operation officer, cut the ribbon in front of the Sikeston Senior High in front of a custom ice sculpture created by their team. Fresh Ideas provides happiness by producing a fresh food experience for people of all ages...

Steward Steel Inc. recently honored Mike Norden for 20 years of outstanding service to the company. Vice President Chris Steward (pictured left) states… ”Mike’s in-depth knowledge and experience in door and frame hardware is invaluable to the company. His mechanical abilities, bidding skills and service to our customers contribute greatly to our success. We appreciate his contribution to Steward Steel over the past 20 years. ” Pictured right is J.J. Steward, contract sales manager...

Golfing in Southeast Missouri stands on the edge of what may be two record years, thanks to a boost from the coronavirus. After an initial drop in 2020 due to COVID uncertainty, golf roared back with area courses logging record rounds, even surpassing the heyday of when Tiger Woods attracted new people to the sport. ...

T-Mobile opened the company’s first retail store in Sikeston Friday. T-Mobile’s new location, 211 N. Main St., will allow customers to choose the service plan and devices that best serve their wireless needs — from T-Mobile's unlimited Essentials and Magenta plans to a line-up of all of today's best smartphones, tablets, audio devices and accessories...

A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was held Feb. 27 for two new businesses in the City of Blodgett. Blodgett Motor Club owned by Shane Biby and Blodgett Tire & Lube owned by Russ Hurt are both located in the old Lentz building facilitated by Russell Real Estate. ...

Steward Steel Inc. recently honored Mike Cohen for 15 years of outstanding service to the company. Vice President Chris Steward (pictured left) states…”Mike’s fabrication skills are invaluable to the welding, assembly and door prep operations of our plant. His knowledge and experience are great assets to the company. We appreciate his contribution to Steward Steel over the past 15 years”. Pictured right is J.J. Steward, contract sales manager...

Tractor Supply Co. has agreed to purchase Moberly, Missouri-based Orscheln Farm and Home. Orscheln operates 167 stores in 11 states. Purchase price is $297 million. Barry Orscheln, chief executive officer and chairman of Orscheln, said the family operated the chain for generations...

Food delivery and ride service carGO announced it will cease operations Sunday. A post on the company’s website stated the company will close at 6 p.m. Restaurants and drivers will be paid for all transactions that are completed, the post states. The unsigned statement said the closing has been an option for several months...

Sarah Cato, a 2006 Kelly High School graduate, will become head of schools and high school principal of St. Vincent dePaul in Perryville, Missouri, on July 1. Cato succeeds Jennifer Streiler, who has served as St. Vincent’s interim leader since Deacon Rob Huff vacated the position nearly eight months ago...

Steward Steel Inc. recently honored Eric Albritton for 25 years of outstanding service to the company. Vice President Chris Steward (pictured left) states…”Eric’s knowledge of our operations and ability to work in various capacities in the plant contribute greatly to our success. We appreciate his contribution to Steward Steel over the past 25 years.” Pictured right is J.J. Steward, contract sales manager...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Jason Mayer, a farmer and seedsman from Stoddard County, is the newest member of the Missouri Soybean Association board of directors. Mayer fills the district 7 director seat previously held by Johnny Hunter. Hunter resigned the seat earlier this month and farmer Garrett Riekhof, of Higginsville, led the Association’s Governance Committee through the selection process as part of their meetings this week...

SIKESTON — The Sikeston Regional Chamber (SRC) recently welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors for 2021. The new directors are Amber Blissett-Shephard, assistant branch manager at Montgomery Bank; Mark Ponder, senior department manager at Do It Best, Corp. and Mayme Whitten, patient care coordinator at Sterling Pharmacy...

Sikeston – First Midwest Bank recently recognized three employees for their service in 2020. Farrah Bissel received the Midwest Award, an honor given to employees who exemplify the Bank’s values by providing service above and beyond customer expectations and acting as an ambassador to their communities. ...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Curtis O. Poore was named to Missouri Lawyers Media POWER 30 in White-Collar Criminal Defense. The POWER 30 lists is the 30 most powerful attorneys in white-collar defense law for Missouri. Selections were based on attorney interviews and records of cases. The 30 lawyers included on the list have won “notable jury trial in state and federal court.”...

The Sikeston Regional Chamber held a ribbon cutting for Mr. White Cakes on Dec. 11 at their new location, 938 S. Kingshighway. Cutting the ribbon is owner, Michael White who encourages the community to “Experience the best of baking with Mr. White Cakes baked with the best of ingredients. If it’s not Mr. White Cakes, it’s not right!”...

HAYTI, Mo. – Pemiscot Memorial Health Systems is proud to announce the appointment of Sunil Mungee, MBA, to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer. Mungee’s immediately prior position was as Executive Director for SoutheastHealth. He replaces interim CEO Patrick Geschwind on Dec. 21...

DEXTER – National Title & Escrow, based in Dexter, Missouri, has acquired Mississippi County Abstract & Loan Company in Charleston, Missouri. The office, which was put up for sale earlier this fall, becomes National Title’s fourth location. In addition to Dexter and now Charleston, National Title has offices in New Madrid and Little Rock, Arkansas...

First State Community Bank in Portageville donated $1,500 to the SEMO Food Bank as part of their Impact Initiative and giving back to the community.  The money will be provide weekend meals for nine children for 36 weeks through the Portageville Backpack For Friday Program...

CLARKSDALE, Miss. — The Delta Regional Authority named four Missouri leaders — including Sikeston’s city manager — as fellows of the 2021 Delta Leadership Institute Executive Academy. DLI is an extensive, nine-month executive leadership program that brings together public, private, and nonprofit sector leaders from DRA’s eight-state region.  The 2021 DLI class will consist of 30 fellows from all eight DRA states...

The Sikeston Regional Chamber held a ribbon cutting for Sikeston Nutrition on Nov. 10 at their new location, 520 South Main. Cutting the ribbon is owner, Carol Bullock who said, “we are so excited to be in this beautiful town whose citizen have made us feel so welcomed!” Sikeston Nutrition offers health meal replacements, loaded teas, and even coffee which can be iced or hot...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. —This week, the state of Missouri joins many others across the nation in recognizing National Small Business Week.  Small businesses have a major impact on Missouri’s economy, as more than 45 percent of employed Missourians receive a paycheck from working at a small business. In 2019, Missouri’s small businesses created 13,855 net new jobs...

The National Association of Small Trucking Companies (NASTC) represents over 13,000 trucking companies in the U.S. and Canada that employ over 125,000 drivers collectively. Each year the association sponsors a driver of the year program to recognize the very best drivers within their group. Among the drivers nominated for the honor is Terry R. Morgan who drives for Morgan Trucking Enterprise of Sikeston...

Modern Woodman of America Chapter 4036 with MWA representative Lee A Bowman Jr, recently held a matching funds campaign for the Delta Area of the Blind. Over $4,300 was received in contributions. Modern Woodman was able to match $2,500. Pictured from left are: Denise Reed, Jimmy Reed, Misty Houston, Patricia Gordon, Lee Bowman, Belinda Turner, Don Gordon, Darrel Vickers, Wanda Matlock, James Taul, LaWana Copeland and Josh McCasland...

SIKESTON — Two longtime area funeral homes have new owners. In September, John “Cody” Caudle and Carl E. Rose purchased Ponder Funeral Home in Sikeston and Shelby Funeral Home in East Prairie, Missouri. The two took over on Sept. 25 and plan to continue to serve the community as both the Ponder and Shelby families have for decades...

Title Funds Raised Modern Woodman of America Chapter 4036 with MWA representative Lee A Bowman Jr, recently held a matching funds campaign for the Delta Area of the Blind. Over $4300 was received in contributions. Modern Woodman was able to match $2500...

The Sikeston Regional Chamber held a Ribbon Cutting for Ideal Boutique and Beauty Bar on Nov. 6 at their new location, 104 Lillian in Sikeston. Cutting the ribbon are co-owners and fashion devotees, Jay Stanback and Destinee Rogers. Ideal Boutique offers a collection of brand name and exclusive clothing and beauty products at affordable prices. “At Ideal, we pride ourselves on offering a seamless shopping experience for every customer,” said Rogers...

SIKESTON — Blanton, Nickell, Collins, Douglas and Hanschen, LLC in Sikeston, Mo., has been named a Tier 1 law firm for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants and Commercial Litigation in the St. Louis Metropolitan by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms in 2021,” and the firm was also named a Tier 2 law firm for Products Liability Litigation – Defendants in the St. Louis Metropolitan...

SIKESTON – Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its convenient drive-thru specialty coffee and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new drive-thru location at 422 North Main Street in Sikeston. To celebrate, the drive-thru coffee location held a grand opening on Nov. 5 with those customers who paid or scanned for loyalty on the Scooter’s Coffee mobile app earning 50 bonus smiles!...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. —Missouri State Highway Patrol Captain John M. Enderle, Troop D, is set to retire effective Nov. 1, 2020, after 30 years, 10 months of service to the people of Missouri. Enderle joined the Patrol on Jan. 1, 1990, as a member of the 62nd Recruit Class. ...

Many local residents came out to celebrate a ribbon cutting at Magnolia Campground & Store just off I-57 at the Bertrand exit. Owners Rick and Glenda Wilson were ready to open the doors Friday at 6 a.m.

SIKESTON – Blanton, Nickell, Collins, Douglas and Hanschen, LLC welcomes Tony C. “Trey” Watkins, III, as a new associate. Watkins graduated in May with a Juris Doctor from Southern Illinois University School of Law and was sworn into the Missouri Bar in September. While a law student, he served on the Southern Illinois University Law Journal as Note Editor and Staff...