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Eula Martin
(Obituary ~ 04/02/21)
SIKESTON — Eula Mae Martin, 89, died Saturday, March 27, 2021, at the Sikeston Convalescent Center in Sikeston. She was born April 15, 1931, in Tennessee, to the late Dent Puller and Laura Puller. She was a member of New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. Eula loved listening to her gospel music and could be found patting her foot to the beat. She cherished her bibles, especially the one engraved with her name...
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Speakout
(Opinion ~ 04/02/21)
I have attended eight local churches in the last five or so years. I am now looking again for a church that is more than just a political forum.
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Many issues on ballot for voters in Scott County
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
BENTON, Mo. — Races for the April 6 general municipal election have been established and awaiting voter approval as several cities and school, fire and ambulance districts have issues on the upcoming ballot. MUNICIPAL Sikeston In the City of Sikeston, voters will choose one of the two candidates to serve as mayor for a three-year term: John Graham and Greg Turnbow...
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Townships, road districts in Stoddard County have several decisions on ballot
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
Voters in Stoddard County will have a number of township and road district board members to elect on April 6. Essex Special Road District, Liberty Township, Duck Creek Township, New Lisbon Township and Road District, Castor Township and Public Water Supply District No. 6 all have board elections on the ballot...
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Local churches plan Easter Sunday services
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
While the COVID-19 pandemic halted Easter celebrations last year, many services and events are being held this year in the area. The First Methodist Church in Sikeston will hold a worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday outside at the Sikeston Jaycee Rodeo Grounds. Masks will be optional...
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SCTC’s Youth Registered Apprenticeship program approved by Department of Labor
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
SIKESTON — Sikeston Career and Technology Center has announced the creation of the Youth Registered Apprenticeship, or YRA, in coordination with the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship and with full support of the City of Sikeston and surrounding communities...
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Charleston Middle School hosts week-long campaign against bullying, cyberbullying
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
CHARLESTON, Mo. — Charleston Middle School is gearing up for a week of activities and lessons, all part of an effort to raise awareness of bullying and cyberbullying. Starting April 5, the school will host a week-long “Change Starts With Me” campaign with activities including spirit days, student-made videos on bullying, a step routine by the school’s dance team, the “Megan video” and more...
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MSHP investigates assault allegations at Stoddard County jail
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
An inmate has reported an alleged assault in a holding cell at the Stoddard County Justice Center. According to a release from Sheriff Carl Hefner, the inmate reported he was assaulted on March 22 by a Stoddard County deputy while in a holding cell. The deputy has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an investigation, Hefner said...
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Area parents find unwavering support as son battles cancer
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
In the summer of 2018, at the age of 15, Kristi and Eric Boles’ son Ryder was diagnosed with testicular germ cell cancer. The Dexter parents were determined to fight the battle every step of the way. With unwavering support from family, friends, and community, they made it...
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Judge sentences Kewanee man to 10 years for being a felon in possession of firearm
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. sentenced David Paul Wood to 120 months in prison on Thursday. The 37-year-old Kewanee man was found guilty after a two-day jury trial, in September 2020, to felon in possession of a firearm. The evidence at trial revealed Wood was in possession of two firearms, one of which was stolen, and he committed an armed robbery while in possession of a firearm...
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Andrew Bohnert named new Stoddard County EMA Director
(Local News ~ 04/02/21)
The Stoddard County Emergency Management Agency has a new director. Andrew Bohnert is the new director and floodplain manager. Bohnert came to Stoddard County from Perry County where he held the same position. He was raised in Perry County in a town called Frohna, where he also attended elementary school. ...
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Ribbon Cutting — Backfisch Bodyshop
(Business ~ 04/02/21)
The Sikeston Regional Chamber held a ribbon cutting for Backfisch Bodyshop on Tuesday, March 30. Owner, David Backfisch, is seen here cutting the ribbon in front of his location, 804 Woods Lane. Backfisch Bodyshop is a family owned business with a combined experience of 80 years among its staff. ...
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William 'Keith' Duncan
(Obituary ~ 04/02/21)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — William “Keith” Duncan passed away at the age of 80 at his home in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 25, 2021. Services will be at a future date to be determined by the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association...
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Roy Bowles
(Obituary ~ 04/02/21)
MOREHOUSE, Mo. — Roy Lee Bowles, 66, of Morehouse passed away March 27, 2021, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. Roy was born in Bell City on Feb. 8, 1955, to Charles and Shirley Bowles (nee Wells). He served his country in the United States Marine Corp from 1974-1978. He enjoyed backyard barbecues, playing pool, horseshoes and especially being surrounded by family and friends...
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