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Ultimate Sports offers boon for local athletes and families
(Community Sports ~ 07/28/16)
A steady flow of young athletes already have flooded into Ultimate Sports, a massive yellow building that now fills the sightline between Ultimate Fitness and Wiggs Street in Kennett. The new business venture by the owners of Ultimate Fitness, which rests on the same lot off St. Francis Street, is part of a long standing goal of its new ownership, says manager Randy Gardner...
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Weekly Capitol Report
(Column ~ 07/28/16)
Governor Takes Final Actions on Legislation Approved by the General Assembly The governor recently finished taking action on the numerous pieces of legislation sent to his desk by the Missouri General Assembly. The governor had until July 14 to act on each of the measures. ...
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Walking in Spirit (Part 1)
(Column ~ 07/28/16)
These next three articles are ones I shared in this column a couple of years ago. The content, I believe to be very important for the Christian life. I want to share these simple but vital truths again. I have noticed that one of the most often asked questions in the Christian life is, "Why is it taking so long for me to get improve in my walk with God?" We ask it so often perhaps because we fail to remember that God never hurries in His development of our Christian life. ...
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Some Portageville streets to receive asphalt overlay
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
An asphalt bid from ASA Asphalt was awarded at the July monthly meeting of the Portageville City Council. The bid was for $190,850. The streets and places that will receive a fresh one and a half, (1 1/2") inch overlay include: West Fifth Street, from McCrate St. ...
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New state-wide communication systems getting installed in New Madrid County
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
'Can you hear me now?'
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A Family Affair
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
Police officers play a vital role in maintaining safety and welfare of our community, however, law enforcement is a service career at its core. Policing is as much about helping people and maintaining community quality of life as it is about enforcing laws and apprehending criminals. Perhaps no one understands that better than Jeremy Hill, a patrolman with the Portageville Police Department...
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Richie Ivie: Proud to serve his home town
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
In times of crisis, most people feel relieved to see a friendly face. The citizens of Portageville are luckier than most in that when first responders are called; chances are they see the face of Ted Ivie, a Portageville native. The son of Kim Kellams Ivie and Richie Ivie, Ted has been a member of the community his entire life. ...
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When You're at Your Worst, They're at Their Best
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
If you're a fan of Grey's Anatomy or any other prime time medical drama, you might think nurses exist as only minor characters who quietly exist in the background, working around the edges of the medical profession. However, if you or anyone close to you has spent any time at a hospital or doctor's office you notice how important their role actually is...
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School custodians keeping it Clean
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
Portageville - There's a new custodial crew in town...but you may have noticed that it boasts the same friendly faces many have grown to know and love. This year Service Group 360 (SG360) began its maintenance of Portageville's public schools, and you may have noticed the custodians are wearing new uniforms. Though they are often behind the scenes, in more ways than imaginable, they make a profound impact on students and contribute to their learning every day...
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Peggy Reed
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
MARSTON, Mo. - Peggy Jean Reed, 79, died July 27, 2016, at her home in Marston. For the complete obituary and more, see Thursday's edition of the Standard Democrat.
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Franklin Hillis
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
NEW MADRID, Mo. - Franklin Hillis, 84, died July 27, 2016, at his home in New Madrid. For this obituary and more, see the Thursday edition of the Standard Democrat.
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Brenda Little
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
EAST PRAIRIE -- Brenda Sue Little, 58 years, died at 4:43 p.m. July 26, 2016, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. For this obituary and more, see the Thursday edition of the Standard Democrat.
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Georgette McWhiter
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
ST. LOUIS - Donna "Georgette" McWhirter, 59, died July 25, 2016, in St. Louis. For the complete obituary, see the Thursday edition of the Standard Democrat.
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Bonnie Ditto
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
ORAN, Mo. -- Bonnie Fay Ditto, 71, died July 27, 2016, at her home. For this obituary and more, see the Thursday edition of the Standard Democrat.
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Hallie Kimbrel
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
EAST PRAIRIE, Mo. -- Hallie Kimbrel, 91, died July 28, 2016, at the East Prairie Nursing Center. For this obituary and more, see the Thursday edition of the Standard Democrat.
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Race for sheriff in Scott County to be decided in Tuesday's election
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
Winners of the Democratic and Republican primary will face off in November election BENTON, Mo. -- The sheriff race for the November election will be decided during Tuesday's primary election in Scott County. Those choosing the Democratic ballot will pick either Ron Merideth or incumbent Rick Walter. Running on the Republican ticket are Gregg Ourth and Wes Drury. The winners of each race will face each other in the Nov. 8 election...
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Closing the book
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
The Sikeston Public Library's Summer Reading Program is winding down with the teen readers' taking part in a trivia competition Wednesday afternoon.
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Cool fun on a hot day
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
Youngsters from the Sikeston YMCA Summer Day Camp found relief from the heat outside by going inside the Sikeston Bowling Center Wednesday afternoon. What the young bowlers didn't have in bowling techniques they made up with in their enthusiasm as the sent their bowling balls rolling down the alleys. Even the youngest of the bowlers were able to celebrate their success with the help of some bumpers leading to the bowling pins.
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Steele driver flees traffic stop, passenger seriously injured
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
STEELE, Mo. - A driver who fled a traffic stop is in custody and facing drug charges. Jimmy David McVay, 32, of Steele is charged with two counts of felony possession of a controlled substance, felonious restraint and tampering with physical evidence. He is being held at the Pemiscot County Jail in lieu of a $75,000 bond...
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William "Bill" David Boon, Sr.
(Obituary ~ 07/28/16)
William David "Bill" Boon, Sr, 92, of Portageville, passed away at his home on Monday, July 18, 2016 after an illness. Born on September 25, 1923 to Harrison and Clara Boon, Bill was a lifelong resident of Portageville and was involved in the community throughout his life. ...
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Race for sheriff in Scott County to be decided in Tuesday's election
(Local News ~ 07/28/16)
BENTON, Mo. -- The sheriff race for the November election will be decided during Tuesday's primary election in Scott County. Those choosing the Democratic ballot will pick either Ron Merideth or incumbent Rick Walter. Running on the Republican ticket are Gregg Ourth and Wes Drury. The winners of each race will face each other in the Nov. 8 election...
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