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WE ARE SORRY!
(Local News ~ 11/25/20)
Due to reasons beyond our control, our printer has had some major setbacks in getting our papers completed for us to deliver today. We apologize for the delay. Although most will receive their paper today/tonight, some may not receive your paper until Friday or Saturday if you are on a mail route...
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Put the giving in Thanksgiving
(Editorial ~ 11/25/20)
Thanksgiving celebrations will likely look a little different for most of us this year. Family gatherings may be smaller, or they may not even be possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, one definite bright spot this Thanksgiving is the annual Sikeston Community Thanksgiving Dinner...
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Speakout
(Opinion ~ 11/25/20)
Trump is pretty much following his same old routine and pattern to get re-elected. He will sue some people, he will fire some people, he will take it to the Supreme Court, he will call it a fraud, he will say he has done more than any other president, and he will blame it on fake news. Maybe it’s time he starts acting like a true leader. ---- Speak out by calling 471-6636.
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Ruth Clodfelter
(Obituary ~ 11/25/20)
SIKESTON – Beloved wife, daughter, niece and sister, Ruth Annita Clodfelter, age 36, passed away Nov. 14, 2020, at Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri. She was born April 24, 1984, in Redlands, California, daughter of the late Tony Wayne Clodfelter and Ruth Annita Clodfelter, nee Cline...
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Scott County with 776 active cases of COVID-19
(Local News ~ 11/25/20)
SIKESTON — Scott County reported 86 new positive COVID-19 cases on Tuesday while 128 have recovered since Friday. According to the Scott County Health Department, there has been 147 new cases since Friday, with 17 reported Saturday, 18 reported Sunday, 26 on Monday and 86 on Tuesday...
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Annual Christmas in the ‘Ville is planned for Dec. 11
(Local News ~ 11/25/20)
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — The public is invited to Christmas in the ‘Ville on Dec. 11. Activities will begin with a Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. Dec. 11. Prizes will be awarded for the top three floats, walkers and wheels entries. The first place float will receive $200; second place, $150; and third place, $75 while in the wheel and walkers categories the first place winners will receive $35; second place, $25; and third place, $15...
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Parson announces launch of new COVID-19 vaccine website for Missourians
(Local News ~ 11/25/20)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — As research and development of multiple COVID-19 vaccines continue to show promising safety and effectiveness findings, Gov. Mike Parson on Tuesday announced the launch of a new vaccine website for Missouri residents. MOStopsCOVID.com provides Missourians with information regarding the safety of the vaccines, research and production processes, and when they may be eligible for vaccination. The website will also offer additional functionality as vaccines become available. ...
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MDC managed waterfowl hunts going to COVID Level Red
(Local News ~ 11/25/20)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – In response to increasing cases of COVID-19 in Missouri, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces that all managed waterfowl hunts will be designated COVID Red Level effective Wednesday, Nov. 25. The moved is based on the recent Executive Order 20-19 from Governor Mike Parson extending the state of emergency in Missouri through March 31, 2021, along with consultations with local health departments, and concern for staff and public safety...
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Shop small, make a difference
(Local News ~ 11/25/20)
SIKESTON — As shoppers are in search for gifts this Black Friday weekend, they’re being asked to shop local not only this Saturday but also this holiday season and all year long to make an impact in their communities. The Sikeston Regional Chamber, Sikeston Convention and Visitors Bureau and Historic Downtown Sikeston are working together to promote Small Business Saturday and shop local for the holidays. ...
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