Stories from Tuesday, October 8, 2024

SIKESTON — Sikeston Department of Public Safety recently recognized Sgt. James Whitley, Public Safety Officer Austin Novak, Public Safety Officer Sean Scott and Public Safety Officer Jacob Cox with its department for their actions during a recent structure fire and the rescue of victims who were unable to evacuate the residence. ...

Hey, everyone. I just want to remind you that the deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 5 election in Missouri is Oct. 9. This election is the most important ever. Make sure you are correctly registered to vote. Contact your local county clerk’s office to get registered or for more information.

Residents and employees of The Cottages of LaBonne Maison in Sikeston have once again purchased women’s personal care items for the residents of a local women’s shelter.

Southeast Elementary in Sikeston has named its character education students for September. Pictured are front row, from left: Ryder Brown, Brandon Williams, Peyton Henderson, Railyn Tuttle, Chloe Scott, Brooklyn Davis and Jordan Shaw; and back row: Jace Anderson, Tylan Mack, Amerea Covington, Amari Ray, Zoey Taylor, Shaundrez Anderson and Kyree Williams...

Southeast Elementary in Sikeston has named its character education students for October. Pictured are front row, from left: Hazel Walker, Lily Dozier, Gunner Beeson, Jaxsen Williams, Kamiyah Lamar, Leighton Rapert and KeYari Robinson; and back row: Holland Williamson, Axel Rangel Boites, Corbin Turner, Shivam Maisuriya, Eden Spivey, Katelyn Smith and Annyston Johanson...

SIKESTON — Lois Louise Brown, 89, was born Oct. 11, 1934, in Mark Tree, Arkansas, to the late Annie Womack and died Monday, Oct. 7, 2024, in Sikeston. Lois had resided in Sikeston most of her life and worked in Housekeeping/Laundry at Missouri Delta Medical Center, then retiring to spend her time traveling, playing cards and spending time with her family.

SIKESTON — Linda Kay (Pearson) Williamson was called home to rest in God's loving arms on Oct. 1, 2024. She was born in Commerce, Missouri, on July 27, 1949, to the late Woodrow and Lillie Mae (Allen) Pearson. Linda graduated from Kelly High School in Benton, Missouri. ...