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March 25

Cape County commissioners hold first meeting in renovated 1908 CourthouseCape Girardeau County commissioners held their first meeting in the newly renovated 1908 Courthouse in Jackson on Monday, March 24. The historic building is now home to several county offices.

Christopher Borro

Community

March 25

River City Players present comedy 'Hair of the Dog' next monthRiver City Players present "Hair of the Dog", a comedic play blending humor with heartfelt moments. Enjoy dinner or dessert alongside performances from April 10 through 13 at Port Cape. Tickets available on Facebook.

Alyssa Lunsford-Stevens

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March 25

Tornado forced urgent evacuation of Sikeston nursing home, leaving residents heartbrokenA tornado in Sikeston forced the urgent evacuation of 54 residents from Delta South Nursing Care. The facility suffered severe damage, leaving residents heartbroken as they were relocated to nearby homes.

By Gina Curtis ~ Standard Democrat

Opinion

March 24

Our opinion: Needs vs. wants — Cape Girardeans have important choices to makeCape Girardeau faces crucial decisions on infrastructure funding. Voters will decide on extending a sales tax for road maintenance and making permanent -- at too high a level -- a property tax for the library.

The Editorial Board

Business

March 21

SPONSORED: Building a Healthy Workplace for a Thriving TeamArnold Insurance highlights the importance of a healthy workplace culture, emphasizing employee well-being, collaboration, and leadership investment. This approach fosters thriving teams and enhances client service.

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Health

March 25

Community spirit shines as Kenny Rogers Children's Center Telethon raises more than $300,000The Kenny Rogers Children's Center Telethon in Sikeston surpassed its $300,000 goal, raising $308,025. Funds support free therapy services for children with special needs. Community participation and donations continue to be vital.

By Gina Curtis ~ Standard Democrat

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