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David Stinnett
(Obituary ~ 06/22/21)
SIKESTON — David Eugene Stinnett, 65, of Sikeston passed away Monday, June 21, 2021, at Delta South Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Sikeston. He was born May 7, 1956, in Mississippi County, to the late Ernest Stinnett and Cleone Lynch Stinnett. He was a graduate of the Charleston High School...
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John Wellman
(Obituary ~ 06/22/21)
ST. CHARLES, Mo. — John Christopher Wellman passed away peacefully on May 28, 2021, at Select Specialty Hospital in St. Charles. Johnny had a kind heart and a great sense of humor. Johnny was passionate about the St. Louis Cardinals, classic cars, and his beloved dog, Kramer. ...
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Sue Hoskins
(Obituary ~ 06/22/21)
ALTON, Ill. —Thelma “Sue” Hoskins passed away on April 14, 2021, at the age of 76. Born May 30, 1944, in rural Bloomfield, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Clyde Unger and Eula Unger (Bland). Her husband of 32 years, James "Jim" Hoskins, preceded her in death in 1994...
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Lee King
(Obituary ~ 06/22/21)
SIKESTON — Lee A. King, 68, died Monday, June 14, 2021, in Sikeston. He was born Sept. 23,1952, in Sikeston to the late Lee Andrew Bowden and Hazel King. He was a graduate of Sikeston High School and was of the Baptist faith. Lee Andrew had owned and operated his own lawn care service...
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Local numbers low despite Missouri leading nation with highest rate of new COVID-19 infections
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
While Missouri now leads the nation with the highest rate of new COVID-19 infections, local counties are continuing to see lower numbers. While vaccinations lag across the state and the Delta variant of the virus takes hold, data shows that one person in every 1,349 people in the state was diagnosed with COVID-19 from June 13 to Sunday...
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Distributorships in Cape, Sikeston, Kennett merge to create 3 Eagles Distributing
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
After more than three decades operating as River Eagle Distributing, the Anheuser-Busch products distributor in Cape Girardeau is changing its name to 3 Eagles Distributing of Southeast Missouri. The name change, which goes into effect this week, follows the recently completed merger of River Eagle Distributing with two other beverage distribution companies in Southeast Missouri -- Bob Ralph Distributing in Sikeston and Bradley Distributing in Kennett...
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No-cost healthcare given to local residents
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
MINER, Mo. — Operation Healthy Delta 2021 wrapped up on Monday its seven-day, no-cost healthcare service to Southeast Missouri residents in need. In partnership with Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corp., or DAEOC, in Portageville and the Shawnee Development Council in Cairo, Illinois, the Air National Guard provided provided no-cost medical services from June 15-21 across three sites of care: Miner Baptist Church, Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Eastwood United Methodist Church in Caruthersville and Massac County High School in Metropolis, Illinois.. ...
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18th anniversary celebrated
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
Darla Farquahar puts cereal in a bag at the Shining Light Outreach Center Saturday morning. The Center celebrated its 18th Anniversary on Saturday.
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Show Me Hope Crisis Counseling extended to support Missourians’ emotional needs due to COVID-19
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Show Me Hope Crisis Counseling Program (CCP) grant is receiving additional funding through the end of December 2021. According to a news release, this extension will allow crisis counselors to continue to provide psychological services to help build hope and resiliency in Missourians who have been affected by COVID-19...
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Seventh grade all-year top dawgs
(06/22/21)
Sikeston Junior High School announced its seventh grade “All-year TOP DAWGS” for the 2020-2021 school year. These students were voted on by their teachers for being a top-notch student.
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Eighth grade all-year top dawgs
(06/22/21)
Sikeston Junior High School announced its eighth grade “All-year TOP DAWGS” for the 2020-2021 school year. These students were voted on by their teachers for being a top-notch student. These students are recognized for following BARK, which stands for Be Respectful, Act Responsibly, Ready to Learn, and Keep Safe. These students were awarded with a gift card...
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Local college students honored for academic performances
(06/22/21)
Bernie woman named to Harding University Dean’s list SEARCY, Ark. -- Kayli Lawrence of Bernie, Missouri,, a senior communication sciences and disorders major, is among more than 1,150 Harding University students included on the dean’s list for grades achieved during the spring 2021 semester...
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The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi inducts new members
(06/22/21)
BATON ROUGE, La. — The following people recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines. Christopher Phillips of Scott City at Southeast Missouri State University...
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Thurman earns bachelor’s degree from St. Louis University
(06/22/21)
SIKESTON — Samantha Thurman, a 2017 graduate of Sikeston High School, graduated with honors on May 20 with a bachelor’s degree in health and sciences from St. Louis University. She is the daughter of Chad and Sheila Thurman, granddaughter of Shirley Gregory and great-granddaughter of Dola Thurman, all of Sikeston...
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Anderson and Green opens office in New Madrid
(Business ~ 06/22/21)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - It is a new business on Main Street with some familiar names and faces. Anderson and Green Insurance Agency LLC has opened an office at 437 Main St. The office brings Laura Cravens Green back to her hometown and longtime New Madrid County insurance agent Tim Dambach into the business...
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Portageville Community Days set for July 2 and 3
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. - It will be two days filled with fun, food and fireworks when the Portageville Jaycees host the 2021 Community Days July 2 and 3 at Meatte Memorial Park in Portageville. Tonya Vannasdall, a member of the Jaycees and one of the Community Days organizers, said after last year’s cancellation of the event, they are expecting a large turnout this year...
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Grants fund street improvements in Marston and Parma
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Department of Economic Development announced it will award more than $15.8 million to 38 recipients, including two in New Madrid County, through its Community Development Block Grant Program to help communities with infrastructure improvement and other projects across Missouri...
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Update to postal regulation changes in Portageville
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. - The city of Portageville has received an update on postal regulation changes from the postmaster. According to an announcement from city officials, mail delivery will remain as currently delivered. Changes will only be made on a case-by-case basis...
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First Responder Appreciation Dinner
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
The Portageville First Church of God recently hosted a First Responder Appreciation Dinner. Members of the Portageville Police Department, Portageville Fire and Rescue, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri State Fire Marshal’s office, New Madrid County Ambulance District and Pemiscot County Sheriff’s Department along with their families attended...
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Johnny Davis Tournament winners
(Local News ~ 06/22/21)
The 2021 Johnny Davis Memorial Golf Tournament concluded Sunday afternoon at the New Madrid County Club. This year’s winners, Chris Cohen, Chad Woolridge and Matt Hartman, are pictured with Mary Kay Davis. The Davis family sponsors the annual tournament...
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Dan Ford
(Obituary ~ 06/22/21)
SIKESTON — Dan Ford, 85, died June 22, 2021, at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston He was born Feb. 7, 1936, in New Madrid County, to the late W C and Geraldine Salyer Ford.
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