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Sikeston Chamber encourages participation in Stampede Week (Local News ~ 07/02/24)
SIKESTON — The Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo returns in August, and area businesses are invited to participate in the Sikeston Regional Chamber’s Annual Stampede Week. “Red, White and Bulls,” is this year’s theme for Stampede Week, which gives local chamber businesses the option to participate in a contest for the chance to win a rodeo prize package... -
Stephen Klein (Obituary ~ 07/02/24)
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Blanton Klein of Birmingham, who left us peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on June 30, 2024, at the age of 72. Steve was born in Sikeston, Missouri, on March 4, 1952. ... -
Charles Hunter (Obituary ~ 07/02/24)
PARMA, Mo. — Charles Edward Hunter, 56, resident of Parma, died Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Dexter, Missouri. He was born March 9, 1968, in Catron, Missouri, to the late Margaret Greer and the late Robert Patton. Friends may come Saturday, July 6, 2024, from 11 a.m.. until the funeral hour of noon at First Baptist Church of Catron in Catron with Pastor Richard Houston officiating... -
Lillie Newson (Obituary ~ 07/02/24)
NEW MADRID, Mo. — Lillie B. Newson passed away peacefully the morning of Saturday, June 29, 2024, with the love of her family surrounding her. She was born Dec. 12, 1945, in Tate County, Mississippi, to the late Jessie and Annie B. Woods Newson Sr. A Celebration of Lillie’s Life will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2024, with visitation starting at noon and the funeral at 1 p.m. at the New Madrid Baptist Church, 1240 Scott St., New Madrid... -
Shirley Turner (Obituary ~ 07/02/24)
HAYWOOD CITY, Mo. — Shirley Ann Turner, 78, resident of Haywood City, died Tuesday, June 25, 2024, in her home. She was born Aug. 17, 1945, in Springfield, Arkansas, to the late Alfonzo Toney and the late Elizabeth Davis. Visitation is Saturday, July 6, 2024, 11 a.m. until the funeral hour of noon at Green Memorial Church of God in Christ in Sikeston, Missouri, with Associate Pastor Mark Jones of St. John Missionary Baptist Church officiating... -
Fred H. Thornton (Obituary ~ 07/02/24)
SIKESTON — Dr. Fred Howell Thornton passed away May 26, 2024, at the age of 86. Fred Howell Thornton was born July 29, 1937, to Fred and Hazel Thornton in Piggott, Arkansas. He was predeceased by Fred and Hazel Thornton and sisters, Janice Rice Haas and Helen Christianson Hilton... -
WIC clinics in Matthews, Morehouse moving to new locations (Local News ~ 07/02/24)
MATTHEWS, Mo. - The New Madrid County WIC program announces the relocation of the WIC clinics in Matthews and Morehouse. The Matthews WIC Clinic is now located at 301 W. Main St. The new location is open on the last Thursday of the month from 1:15-3pm... -
Council awards bid for workers’ compensation broker service (Local News ~ 07/02/24)
SIKESTON — Sikeston City Council awarded the city workers’ compensation broker services during their regular meeting Monday, July 1 at city hall. Carrie Burgfeld, human resources director for the City of Sikeston, said on May 22, the city put out a bid for their workers’compensation broker services and on Monday awarded the bid to Higginbotham... -
SMITH VISITS SOUTHEAST MISSOURI (Local News ~ 07/02/24)
U.S. Rep. Jason Smith visited Sowinski Farms which grows potatoes Tuesday, July 2 in Bertrand, Missouri. During his stop, Smith learned about farming potatoes which are used to make Lays potato chips. The visit was an opportunity to highlight the diversity of agriculture in Southeast Missouri, which plays a vital role in feeding and fueling the world, according to Smith. Also on Tuesday, Smith made stops in Bloomfield, Missouri; Harviell, Missouri; and Van Buren, Missouri...
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