Stories from Thursday, March 9, 2023

SIKESTON — An eight-session program geared to reduce individuals’ fears about falling and increase activity levels will be offered in Sikeston University of Missouri Extension will offer “A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls” from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and Wednesdays beginning March 29 through May 17 at the Lincoln University Extension located at 214 Lincoln St. in Sikeston...

The City of Sikeston held the Ron Creed Memorial Youth in Government Day March 3, 2023, as students from Sikeston High School took part in the event. Students toured the Department of Public Safety, met with city officials, and toured the Sikeston Power Plant. ...

SIKESTON —  The Sikeston Jersey Mike’s, known for its fresh sliced/fresh grilled subs, opened in January and held a fundraiser for the Sikeston-based Kenny Rogers Children’s Center (KRCC) during its first four days of business.   From Jan. 11-15, franchise owner JMS Restaurants LLC honored coupons allowing guests to donate $3 to the KRCC and receive a free regular sub.  Five thousand coupons were distributed throughout Sikeston using a grassroots effort.  The donations helped raise $2,685.92 for the KRCC.. ...

SIKESTON — Mary Lou Taylor, age 85, of Sikeston died Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at the Clearview Nursing Center in Sikeston. Born Aug. 9, 1937, in rural Scott County, Missouri, to the late Roy James Lovett and Lucille Pobst Lovett, she grew up in rural Scott County and was a graduate of Diehlstadt High School.

SIKESTON — George Thomas Parker, age 77, of Sikeston died Thursday, March 9, 2023, at the Sikeston Convalescent Center. Born July 22, 1945, at Glasgow, Kentucky, to the late Robert Henry Parker and Nora Elizabeth Boles Parker, he grew up in central Kentucky. ...

A Sikeston, Missouri, man faces multiple felony charges following an altercation at an apartment complex. Ruben Ramirez, 26, of Sikeston is formally charged through Scott County with first degree assault-special victim; first degree domestic assault; first degree burglary; three counts of endangering the welfare of a child; armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon; unlawful possession of a firearm; defacing a firearm; possession of a defaced firearm...

COLUMBIA, Mo. — Edward Ray “Ed” Jackson, 79, passed away Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. Born Jan. 17, 1944, he was the son of the late Z.T. and Mary Jackson. He is survived by his wife; one sister, Sharon Statler of Covington, Tennessee; one son, Keith (Rebecca) Jackson of California, Missouri; one daughter, Gina Jackson of Grandview, Missouri; two granddaughters, Micca (Jacob) Belke of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and Jessica Smith of Kansas City, Missouri; nephews, Brian Young of Tucson, Arizona, Scott (Teresa) Young of Olive Branch, Mississippi; niece, Michelle (Jeff) Thompson of Covington, as well as cousins across the country and many friends including his best friend, Merrill (Janet) Hafner.. ...