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Stars score, Bluejays outpace NMCC to advance in SEMO Conference consolation
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/13)
sports@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- Charleston has Delfincko Bogan. New Madrid County Central counters with Willie Jimerson. The plan was the same for both teams when it came to guarding their top scorers Wednesday night during Charleston's 74-62 win of the consolation semifinals during the SEMO Conference Tournament at the Sikeston Field House...
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Sikeston wrestlers sweep dual meet in Carbondale
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/13)
sports@standard-democrat.com CARBONDALE, Ill. -- The Sikeston Bulldogs wrestling team started their season with two wins Wednesday during a dual meet in Carbondale, Ill. The Bulldogs defeated both the host Carbondale and Cape Central by wide margins which included a 42-34 win over Carbondale and a 54-24 victory over Cape Central...
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Top seeds advance in first round of Lady Devils Invitational
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/13)
sports@standard-democrat.com CHAFFEE -- Despite not seeing any competition in over a week, Kelly head coach Rod McQuerter was pleased with how his girls responded Wednesday in the opening round of the 37th annual Lady Red Devil Classic. Taking advantage of a strong second quarter the third-seeded Lady Hawks were able to hold off a late push by the defending champion and sixth-seeded Lady Devils for a 41-32 win...
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City buys Bootheel Golf property
(Local News ~ 12/12/13)
scottw@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- So what do you think would be great for the city? Given the location right between two of Sikeston's most significant recreation centers -- the Jaycees rodeo grounds and the Sikeston Sports and Recreation Complex -- some city officials felt something good should be done with Bootheel Golf Club. Something better that chopping it into smaller pieces for housing or retail...
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New Madrid gearing up for open houses, parade
(Local News ~ 12/12/13)
NEW MADRID - Visitors to New Madrid can celebrate Christmas past and Christmas present this weekend. The community is gearing up to celebrate the holidays with open houses at its historic sites and local businesses along with hosting its first-ever Christmas parade...
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Sheriff's Dept. makes arrest for felony harassment
(Local News ~ 12/12/13)
CHARLESTON -- A Sikeston man is facing a felony charge after deputies say he threatened to commit acts of violence against former officeholders in Mississippi County. Gregory Alan Kimble, 59, is charged with one count of felony harassment. Due to previous convictions, Kimble is charged as a prior offender, a class D felony punishable by up to four years in prison. Kimble was released from jail Tuesday evening after posting a $25,000 surety bond...
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Christmas program
(Local News ~ 12/12/13)
The Miner Baptist Church held their children's Christmas program on Wednesday night.
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SPEAKOUT
(Opinion ~ 12/12/13)
I wonder why we even buy or have handicapped stickers in this town. My sister has MS and can barely walk, but every handicapped space is either a young person or a very healthy person that could walk from the north 40. My sister cannot. I have had a stroke and cannot walk very far. ...
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Jackie Husk
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
EAST PRAIRIE -- Jackie Lee Husk, 79, died Dec. 12, 2013, at his granddaughter's home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Bob Munson
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
EAST PRAIRIE -- Bob Munson, 88, died Dec. 11, 2013, at his home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Lucy Burton
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
MORLEY -- Lucy Burton, 92, died Dec. 11, 2013, at the Chaffee Nursing Home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Ivy Bobo
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
LILBOURN -- Ivy Seree Bobo, 90, died Dec. 11, 2013, at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Donnie Smith
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
PORTAGEVILLE -- Donnie Rex Smith, 75, died Dec. 10, 2013, at Portageville. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Anne Fabing
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
SIKESTON -- Visitation for Anne Marie Fabing, 52, who died Nov. 27, 2013, is from 4 p.m. until time of memorial service at 6 p.m. Friday at the Nunnelee Funeral Chapel. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Alline Scott
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
SIKESTON -- Addie Alline Scott, 88, died Dec. 11, 2013, at the Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Laura Mayberry
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
SIKESTON -- Laura Jean Mayberry, 52, died Dec. 9. 2013, at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Kenneth Green
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
DUDLEY -- Kenneth R. Green, 78, died Dec. 9, 2013, at his daughter's home in Alton, Ill. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Suzanne Hearnes
(Obituary ~ 12/12/13)
ST. LOUIS -- Suzanne E. Hearnes, 52, died Nov. 21, 2013. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Mega Millions jackpot hits over $400 million; sales pick up locally
(Local News ~ 12/12/13)
SIKESTON -- With the jackpot at over $400 million, area residents are looking to win "mega millions" tonight. The Mega Millions jackpot for tonight is up to the second-highest ever in the game -- $400 million. It is the fifth-highest jackpot ever offered in North America...
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New city manager takes over duties in Sikeston
(Local News ~ 12/12/13)
scottw@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- After only a couple weeks on the job, Sikeston's new city manager is feeling pretty good about accepting the city's offer. "I love the job and I love the community," Jon Douglass said. Douglass worked his first day at Sikeston city manager Dec. 2...
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