Stories from Saturday, November 4, 2023

BENTON, Mo. — Voters in Scott County will be asked to approve a half-cent countywide sales tax when they step up to the polls during the Tuesday, Nov. 7 election. Scott County Presiding Commissioner Danny Tetley said he and fellow commissioners, Donnie Kiefer and Terry Cole, have been evaluating the county’s revenues and needs due to the rising costs of operations and the need for competitive salaries for employees...

Yes, I’m calling in regards to the person who keeps complaining about the Republicans. The Republicans actually have to get out and work, apparently unlike you, because all I see is you’re calling time after time, and you’re what’s wrong with America. You think one party is the answer to everything, and the other party is destroyed. That’s not true. Quit drinking the Kool-Aid and listening to the mainstream media, and figure things out on your own with the facts. This is an American problem, and until we stand up to both Democrats and Republicans, it’s not going to get any better. So start learning to speak Russian or Chinese. Thank you and have a good day

SIKESTON—Celebrate the fall season and chilly weather with savory warmth at the Sikeston Lions Club’s 48th Annual Chili and Super Chili Dog Day. The Sikeston Lions Club will hold their annual event this year on Thursday, Nov. 16, at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Sikeston, across from the Sikeston High School field house...

A volunteer worked Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, to put up tunnel for “Light Up Sikeston with the Hope of Jesus” which is held at the Sikeston First Assembly of God property at 1221 North Ingram, across from the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. “Light Up” Sikeston is an opportunity for residents to drive through the property and view lighted Christmas displays put together by local businesses, churches and organizations. ...