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Sikeston man wanted in connection with shooting
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
SIKESTON — Police are searching for a Sikeston man wanted in connection with the May 12 shooting of another man at a convenience store. At 9:10 p.m. May 12, Sikeston Department of Public Safety patrol officers observed what appeared to be a disturbance break out at West Side Liquor located at the corner of Highway 114 and Branum streets, according to Sgt. Jon Broom, public information officer for Sikeston DPS. The officer heard one gunshot and observed vehicles fleeing the scene, he said...
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Forty Four Seniors graduated from Portageville High
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
There were 44 Seniors that participated the Processional March at the Vic Reaves Athletic Field last Thursday night, May 10th. After the Seniors came to their respective places, Savannah Lovins led with the Invocation. Class President Hanna Cook welcomed all to the night's event...
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Top two graduates provide encouragement and gratitude
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
Last Thursday evening during the 100th Anniversary of the Graduating Class of Portageville High School, both the Valedictorian and the Salutatorian gave their speeches to their fellow classmates offering memories of the past and current and words of praise and encouragement to parents and teachers. Their speeches are below...
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Portageville Pre School has Openings
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
The Portageville Elementary has openings for the 2018-2019 Pre School Program. There are both morning and afternoon spots still available. They offer hands on learning along with guided technology learning to prepare your child for Kindergarten. They provide a solid foundation for your child so they can excel in their educational process...
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Marston man sho
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
On Monday, May 14, 2018 at approximately 8:40 p.m., New Madrid County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a call of a person shot at a residence in Marston, Missouri. When deputies arrived, they located a 42 year old male in the yard with a gunshot wound to the abdomen. The 42 year old male was transported to a hospital by helicopter where he remains in stable condition. ...
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Chamber Lunch Bunch Meeting
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
The Chamber Lunch Meeting will be held on May 23rd at 11:00 am instead of the 3rd Wednesday due scheduling conflicts. Please mark your calendars accordingly. "We are also seeking sponsors for this event monthly. Although the meeting is held at Gators each monthly sponsor brings lunch in for the attendees. Attendees pay $5 each which is then given to the sponsor to help cover costs," said Dr. ...
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New Madrid County Relay For Life is Saturday, May 19
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
The New Madrid County Relay for Life event will is set for Saturday, May 19. This year, it will be held at the New Madrid Elementary School from 12 noon to 10 p.m. The New Madrid County Relay For Life will be held as a traditional-style event. The opening ceremony begins at noon...
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Non-Traditional Grads Say It's Never Too Late to Learn
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO -- In spring 2016, Ron Broyles of New Madrid, Missouri, was out of a job after being displaced by Noranda Aluminum after nearly three decades at the smelter. Now, two years later, he's completed an unimaginable journey towards a college degree and is hoping his new credentials will serve him well in the job market...
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New Madrid hosts second annual Backyard BBQ Competition
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
The weather is heating up and so is the 2018 New Madrid Backyard BBQ Cook-Off! It will be held on June 30 in conjunction with the town's Independence Day Celebration. The cook-off is open to everyone and the entry fee is $50. The guaranteed payout will be as follows: $100.00 1st place in each category, $300.00 reserve champion, and $600.00 grand champion. The required meats are chicken thighs, pork ribs, and pork steaks, you are allowed to sell your BBQ to the public. For rules and registration form, contact the New Madrid Chamber of Commerce, (573) 748-5300 or email chambernm@yahoo.com.. ...
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Man
(Column ~ 05/18/18)
In last week's article we considered, The Grace of God. We observed that salvation is not earned or deserved. Salvation is a gift given solely by the grace of God. This truth is seen more clearly when we understand what the Bible says about man. The Bible teaches two crucial truths concerning mankind. ...
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SIXTH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT SCHEDULED
(State News ~ 05/18/18)
The Three Rivers Endowment Trust will host its Sixth Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, June 15, at Westwood Hills Country Club in Poplar Bluff. The four-person scramble tournament will begin with check-in and lunch at noon, followed by a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Following the tournament, there will be a cocktail reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m., which will include a shrimp boil. The evening reception is open to the public...
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Portageville baseball team falls to Scott City 14-4 in C3D1 title game
(High School Sports ~ 05/18/18)
CHARLESTON, Mo. - The Portageville Bulldogs rallied from a 3-0 deficit to tie things up at 3-3 by the end of the second inning but was unable to generate enough offense to keep pace with the Scott City Rams the rest of the way. The No. 2-seeded Scott City Rams broke a 3-3 tie with five runs in the top of the third inning and never looked back, as it beat the No. 1-seeded Portageville Bulldogs 14-4 in the Class 3 District 1 baseball championship Monday at Hillhouse Park in Charleston...
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Squirrel and black bass seasons open Memorial Day weekend
(Outdoors ~ 05/18/18)
Buy permits from vendors, online, or through MDC MO Hunting and MO Fishing apps.
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Weekly Capitol report
(Column ~ 05/18/18)
House and Senate Give Final Approval to State Operating Budget (HBs 2001-2013) The members of the House and Senate this week gave final approval to a state spending plan that will make a record investment in K-12 public education. The $28.3 billion state operating budget approved by the General Assembly will fully fund the school foundation formula for the second consecutive year. ...
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Never Forgotten
(Column ~ 05/18/18)
What makes a hero? I ponder that question while sitting in a SALT meeting recently. SALT stands for Seniors and Lawmen Together. SALT is an organization that was established to bring seniors and law enforcement together to address unmet safety needs in Cape Girardeau County. SALT hosts several events throughout the year to actively bring seniors and the law enforcement community together. On May 24 they host the most touching and solemn event of the year the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony...
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Speakout
(Opinion ~ 05/18/18)
Sikeston downtown is just fine I just read “Time to Upgrade” and it says it is time to upgrade Sikeston. I totally agree, which committees have you volunteered to serve on? And when have you been to a city council meeting? Downtown has gotten lots of improvements. ...
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Spring planting
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
A tractor turns under a cover crop of wheat on Jeff Hux’s farm west of Kewanee. Hux explained some of the wheat will remain standing to protect the young cotton as it sprouts then eventually will also act as cover keeping weeds down in the field.
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Southeast alumnus discovers one of world’s largest zinc/lead/silver deposits
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
Morehouse native has worked in more than 40 countries around the world
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Historic site has new manager
(Local News ~ 05/18/18)
Vicki Jackson promoted to direct Hunter-Dawson, Towosahgy
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Jimmie Pharris
(Obituary ~ 05/18/18)
SIKESTON — Jimmie Cotner Pharris, 85, passed away on May 17, 2018. Born Sept. 4, 1932, in Cape Girardeau, son of the late Sharon E. and Frances Cotner Pharris, he was a member of the First Christian Church in Sikeston. He owned and operated the Flower Basket in Sikeston until his retirement in 1996...
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