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Chaos, violence, mockery as pro-Trump mob occupies Congress
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
WASHINGTON (AP) — “Where are they?” a Trump supporter demanded in a crowd of dozens roaming the halls of the Capitol, bearing Trump flags and pounding on doors. They — lawmakers, staff members and more — were hiding under tables, hunkered in lockdowns, saying prayers and seeing the fruits of the country’s divisions up close and violent...
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Betty DePriest
(Obituary ~ 01/07/21)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Betty J. DePriest, 88, died Nov. 12, 2020, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born December 24, 1931, in Patton, Missouri, daughter of the late George and Mildred (Messier) Holley, she was a member of Lynwood Baptist Church...
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Anita Pfeffer
(Obituary ~ 01/07/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. — Anita Louise Pfeffer, 79, died Jan. 5, 2021, at the New Madrid Living Center in New Madrid. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Portageville Cemetery with DeLisle Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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FBI seeking information on people who stormed the Capitol Wednesday
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — The FBI is seeking information that will assist in identifying individuals who are actively instigating violence in Washington, D.C. The FBI is accepting tips and digital media depicting rioting and violence in the U.S. Capitol Building and surrounding area in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday...
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Lawmakers vow to investigate police after Capitol breach
(National News ~ 01/07/21)
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers are vowing an investigation into how law enforcement handled Wednesday’s violent breach at the Capitol, questioning whether a lack of preparedness allowed a mob to occupy and vandalize the building. U.S. Capitol Police, who are charged with protecting Congress, turned to other law enforcement for help with the mob that overwhelmed the complex and sent lawmakers into hiding. ...
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Social platforms flex their power, lock down Trump accounts
(National News ~ 01/07/21)
After years of treating President Donald Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric with a light touch, Facebook and Instagram are silencing his social media accounts for the rest of his presidency. The move, which many called long overdue following Wednesday’s deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, is also a reminder of the enormous power that social-media platforms can wield when they choose...
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After excusing violence, Trump acknowledges Biden transition
(National News ~ 01/07/21)
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump for the first time acknowledged his defeat in the Nov. 3 election and announced there would be an “orderly transition” on Jan. 20, Inauguration Day, after Congress concluded the electoral vote count early Thursday certifying President-elect Joe Biden’s victory...
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Dexter, Malden officers step up holiday enforcement
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
Officers with the Dexter and Malden police departments were among those participating in a special holiday enforcement campaign to reduce the number of traffic fatalities nationwide. From Dec. 18 through Jan. 1, the officers partnered with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for its 2020 holiday season “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” DWI enforcement campaign...
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VA to begin COVID-19 vaccines for veterans ages 85 and over
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
John J. Pershing VA Medical Center has started calling veteran patients 85 and over to offer appointments to receive the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. The medical center will administer vaccinations beginning Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays, as well as on Saturdays, Jan. 16 and Jan. 30. Clinical staff will be available to patients for consultation and assistance throughout the vaccination process...
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Temperatures were above normal in 2020
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
SIKESTON — There’s no doubt 2020 was a year like no other, and the same rings true for the year’s climate. Temperatures finished above normal by around 1 to 1.5 degrees across the region, according to the National Weather Service in Paducah, Kentucky. The most abnormally warm months compared to normal were January, March and November. On the flip side, the coldest months compared to normal were April and May, the Weather Service said...
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More deaths reported as counties await arrival of virus vaccine
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
As local county health departments continue to wait for the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine, deaths due to the coronavirus continue to be reported. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Wednesday that 105,000 doses of the vaccine have been administered, not counting the vaccines that have been given at long-term living facilities. He added that they anticipate receiving “an adequate supply” of the vaccine by the end of January to complete Phase 1A of the state’s vaccination plan...
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Christmas tree drop off
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
Friday is the last day for residents to drop off their live Christmas trees at the live Christmas Tree drop-off site at the Complex. The trees can be dropped at the Complex on the asphalt parking lot east of the Little League Baseball Field.
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Benton man arrested in stabbing of Jackson man
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
A Benton, Missouri man was taken into custody for his alleged involvement in a stabbing Tuesday in Jackson. David M. Bollinger, 33, was arrested by Jackson police on charges of first-degree assault, armed criminal action and possession of a controlled substance after allegedly stabbing another man multiple times in the 200 block of Martha Drive...
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Sikeston’s annual street and drainage plan approved
(Local News ~ 01/07/21)
SIKESTON — The annual street and drainage plan for Sikeston was approved by city council during Monday’s meeting. “We are constantly assessing the needs both for street needs and for drainage concerns living in a flat town like we do,” said Sikeston Director of Public Works Jay Lancaster. “We look at physical needs starting first. We try to be equitable and distribute projects over all four wards.”...
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