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Police computer software program, not working and out dated
(Local News ~ 06/16/17)
One of the items of discussion at the June City Council meeting last Monday, June 5, was a computer software program called SMART. It had been installed several years ago in the Portageville Police Department. This program is used in making their incident reports...
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Area-wide Firework Policies-
(Local News ~ 06/16/17)
In celebrating the birth of this nation, some communities have ordinances as to when you can set off fireworks. The sale of fireworks within the City of Portageville is from June 29 through July 4th. There is one fireworks stand in Portageville and is located at Donny Benthal's tractor shed, located on Highway 162. The proceeds will benefit the Apostolic Light House Church near Malden...
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New Madrid man arrested for shooting out window of vehicle
(Community News ~ 06/16/17)
NEW MADRID, Mo. — A man is facing charges after allegedly shooting out a window of a vehicle. Marcus A. Grandberry, 33, of New Madrid is charged with discharge/shoot firearm at or from a motor vehicle and armed criminal action. Charges were filed May 25 by New Madrid County Prosecuting Attorney Andrew Lawson...
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Fighting for a Safe & Secure Nation
(Column ~ 06/16/17)
Would you leave your home unlocked or your car doors wide open? Probably not. But right now, America’s borders are about as secure as an open fence line with a herd of cattle. That’s why this week I voted to give Customs and Border Protection more resources to secure our border by making it easier for them to hire our brave military veterans and law enforcement officers...
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The Witness of Matthew
(Column ~ 06/16/17)
In the history of biblical studies, we have seen in the last two centuries the rise of so-called "higher criticism." So much of higher criticism is fueled by skepticism with respect to the reliability of the biblical texts. Since orthodox Christians stand opposed to many of the arguments of higher critics, they sometimes overlook valuable insights that can be gained through critical analysis of the text. ...
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Sikeston and other local football teams gearing up for annual contact camp
(High School Sports ~ 06/16/17)
The annual SEMO Coaches Association Football Contact Camp has always been an enjoyable time for Sikeston football coach Kent Gibbs. It gives the 11-year coach a chance to catch up with fellow coaches during the summer months when football is rarely thought of and allows his team to experience live action for the first time since October...
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'Bootheel's Got Talent' gets underway Saturday in Sikeston
(Local News ~ 06/16/17)
SIKESTON -- Local individuals will have the chance to showcase their talent and gain some confidence in their performing skills during this weekend's "Bootheel's Got Talent." Set to begin at 5 p.m Saturday at the CBC Family Life Outreach Center, 119 W. ...
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Council OKs airport matters at special meeting
(Local News ~ 06/16/17)
SIKESTON - The Sikeston City Council met in a special session on Thursday to take care of matters relating to the municipal airport. Sikeston has negotiated an airport hangar lease with Jeff Hux, according to city attorney Charles Leible. The original term of the lease is 10 years, but Hux desired an additional provision for two consecutive five-year extensions which would bring the term of the lease to a possible 20 years, according to Leible...
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Mississippi County will begin accepting passport applications on June 26
(Local News ~ 06/16/17)
CHARLESTON, Mo. -- Beginning June 26, the Mississippi County Recorder of Deeds office will start accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State and will process passport photos onsite. "I was eager to bring this service to our area, and happy to see our hard work pay off" said George Bays, Mississippi County recorder of deeds. ...
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Austin Varvell
(Obituary ~ 06/16/17)
PUXICO, Mo. - Austin Tyler Varvell, 18, died June 14, 2017, at Big Baptist Health Center in Little Rock. Born April 4, 1999, in Poplar Bluff, son of Robbie and Tammy Santos Varvell of Puxico, he had lived in Puxico all his life and was a member the Puxico General...
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