Improvements will benefit Sikeston area

Ron Norman uses a wet saw on the concrete to rework the entrance to the rest area in New Madrid County. The renovation of the rest area is one of several improvements under way by the Missouri Department of Transportation. (Photo by Jill Bock, Staff)

Recent road work on Highway 61 played a 'big role' in getting Orgill Co. to locate here

michellef@standard-democrat.com

SIKESTON -- Transportation improvements will help market Sikeston as a site for businesses to relocate, specifically to the Industrial Park.

That's the message Mayor Jerry Pullen gave to members of the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission during their monthly meeting Wednesday.

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