Stories from Monday, June 3, 2013

SIKESTON -- A Sikeston man was arrested over the weekend for allegedly choking his grandmother. Matthew Carmack, 22, of Sikeston was arrested Friday for the assault on his grandmother and charged with domestic assault in the second degree through the Scott County Court...

SIKESTON -- It was once among the most sought-after jobs for teens in Sikeston. Today, pool managers have a tough time finding certified lifeguards to tend to their swimmers. While she's not sure if there is a shortage of lifeguards, Robin Dial said there definitely could be one...

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. FIRE AT CHINA POULTRY FARM KILLS AT LEAST 119 Workers were trapped inside the large concrete buildings after explosions in the plant's electrical system apparently started the blaze...

PORTAGEVILLE -- L.M. Williams, 66, died June 1, 2013, at his home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

SIKESTON -- Steven Anthony Worley, 60, died June 2, 2013, at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

PORTAGEVILLE -- Betty Sue House, 85, died June 1, 2013, at Golden Living Center in New Madrid. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

SIKESTON - Susan Bea Crowley, 49, died May 30, 2013, at her home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

DEXTER -- Brandon Billingsley, 25, died May 31, 2013, at his home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

EVANS, Ga. -- Dorothy Heath Heise, 90, formerly of Jackson, Mo., died May 31, 2013. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

ZALMA -- Helen Cato, 77, died June 1, 2013, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

SIKESTON -- James Wilbert "Jim" Thompson, 76, died Friday, May 31, 2013, at his home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.

The Sikeston Sharks played host to area swim teams in a meet Saturday at the YMCA. Among those testing their skills were Allie Stroud in the 25-yard breast stroke.

To the man who came up beside me as I was turning that I was about to lose a hubcap, I hope you see this. I just want to say thanks. You saved me a hubcap, maybe two, because both front and back were about to fall off. I really appreciate you hollering out at me. I hope you see this. I appreciate what you did for me...

leonnah@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- The Sikeston Little Theatre will take its audience on a magic carpet ride during its upcoming youth production of "Aladdin Jr." With performances set for 7 p.m. June 6-8 and 2 p.m. June 9 at the Sikeston Little Theatre, the production is a condensed stage adaptation of the Disney film, "Aladdin."...

SIKESTON -- A bill providing for the appropriation of monies and administration of expenditures during the fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30, 2014, was read for the first time following a public hearing held during the Sikeston City Council's regular monthly meeting Monday...

scottw@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- Sikeston City Council members took action moving the city forward on transportation infrastructure improvements for the future while continuing to take care of current assets. Construction contracts for 2013 Street and Stormwater Drainage Improvement Program projects designed by Waters Engineering were awarded by council members as recommended by Steve Lee, street superintendent, during the regular monthly City Council meeting Monday...