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Scott County couple wanted for evading law enforcement now in custody
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
BENTON, Mo. — A Scott County couple wanted for allegedly evading law enforcement on sex-related charges are now in custody after being located by the U.S. Marshals Service in Sikeston, Missouri. Donald Joseph Tyra, 39, whose last address was listed as Scott City, Missouri, is charged with three counts of statutory sodomy; third-degree child molestation; fourth degree domestic assault; and first degree endangering the welfare of a child...
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Local teen appears on ‘Ellen’ show
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
In this photo released by Warner Bros., guest host and resident dancer Stephen “tWitch” Boss is seen with 13-year-old Elvis tribute artist Finley Watkins from Bernie, Missouri, during a taping of "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" at the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank, California. According to a news alert from "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," the episode is slated to air Tuesday, Dec. 28...
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Anthony Miller
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Anthony Dale Miller, age 59, of Cape Girardeau passed away Dec. 25, 2021, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. Anthony was born in Sikeston, Missouri, to the late Jack Arthur and Johnnie Kathryn (Jester) Miller. Anthony was a Machining Lab Supervisor for SEMO University...
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Betty Childers
(Obituary ~ 12/28/21)
SIKESTON — Betty Lou Childers, age 84, passed away Dec. 27, 2021, surrounded by her family at her home in Sikeston. She was born Oct. 20, 1937, in Missouri, daughter of the late Richard and Blanche Ingram. She worked for VNA Hospice before retiring. She was married to Billy Childers; he preceded her in death...
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Jamie Burger tries again with monuments bill in Jefferson City
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
State Rep. Jamie Burger of Benton (R-148) doesn’t like removing public monuments, even controversial ones, and wants to relieve local governments from the burden of having to make such decisions. Burger’s “Right to Remember” bill was pre-filed in the Missouri House on Dec. 15, and it will be on the docket for consideration when the General Assembly begins to meet again Jan. 5...
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MSHP reports eight traffic fatalities over Christmas holiday
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
Standard Democrat JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Eight people died statewide over the Christmas holiday weekend. Col. Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, provides the following preliminary statistics related to the Christmas holiday weekend:...
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Dexter bicyclist struck by car, killed at intersection
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
A 38-year-old man was killed Wednesday night in Dexter when a truck struck his motorized bicycle. According to Dexter Police Chief Hank Trout, city police officers responded to a motor vehicle accident at 9:21 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Cooper Street and Arvin Road. ...
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Property tax bills due Friday
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
SIKESTON — Personal and real estate tax bills were mailed in November, and residents have until Friday to pay them and avoid late fees. Scott County Collector Mark Hensley said everyone should have received their 2021 tax statements by now. “If you have not received your tax statements, please contact the collector’s office,” Hensley said...
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New Madrid County Ambulance District honors three
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - The New Madrid County Ambulance District celebrated its sixth annual Christmas Banquet on Dec. 16. As part of the celebration, three ambulance district employees were honored. The 2021 Emergency Medical Technician is Krystal Gray while Cameron Dye was selected as the Paramedic of the Year. Tyler Robinson was named the District’s Employee of the Year...
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NMCC’s FEMA shelter another step closer to becoming reality
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - The last item on the list of promises from the “Safe and Secure” bond issue is getting checked off. Construction companies are readying their bids for a building which will serve as a shelter in case of an emergency as well as a multi-purpose facility for the Central Middle School...
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Memory Tree shines brightly at New Madrid County Courthouse
(Community News ~ 12/28/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - Even in the rain the Memory Tree is shining brightly at the courthouse this year with thoughts and remembrances of the loved one who won’t be with us this year. Vicki and Charles Jackson have put lights on the tree for Roger Swanson, Clay Jackson, Hop Jackson, Terry Jackson, Dorothy Biggs, Wacker Jackson, Roe Jackson, C.P. Swanson, Judy Swanson and a special light for Frodo Swanson in puppy heaven. ...
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Portageville ‘Shop with a Cop/Hero’ assists 25
(Community News ~ 12/28/21)
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. - Twenty-five children from the Portageville School District participated in the third annual “Shop with a Cop/Hero.” Each child was allotted a $225 spending limit. After purchasing toys, clothes, coats, etc., they were treated to lunch at Pizza Inn...
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Woman banned from store after stealing
(Column ~ 12/28/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - On the afternoon of Dec. 14, a citizen called after watching someone steal from a local grocery store. The witness said a woman went to the meat counter and got meat then walked around the store picking up several other items. She then hid them under her jacket and walked out the front door...
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Memorials added to the library in New Madrid
(Community News ~ 12/28/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - The New Madrid Memorial Library has added the following memorial books to its collection: “Emergency Monster Squad” (children’s book) by Dave Horowitz given in memory of Ralph Barnwell by John Paul and Michelle Wescoat. “The Prayer Box” by Lisa Wingate given in memory of Dorothy Riley by John Paul and Michelle Wescoat...
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NMC officer honored
(Community News ~ 12/28/21)
Kelsey Dial, left, was chosen as “Outstanding Officer for the Quarter” by the New Madrid County and the Sikeston Kiwanis Club. Each quarter the club honors an office from the Sikeston Department of Public Safety or from the sheriff departments in Scott County or New Madrid County. Pictured with Dial are New Madrid County Sheriff Bud Cooper and Jennifer Hobeck with the Kiwanis Club...
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Parson requests federal disaster declaration for seven Missouri counties due to severe storms and tornadoes
(Local News ~ 12/28/21)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Gov. Mike Parson on Tuesday requested that the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, approve a major disaster declaration for Missouri to provide federal assistance to a total of seven counties in response to severe storms and deadly tornadoes that swept across the state on the evening of Dec. 10, resulting in extensive destruction...
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