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National Nurses Week: Backup plan becomes a calling for TWK Jr. High nurse Paige Hester - home hero image
NewsMay 8
National Nurses Week: Backup plan becomes a calling for TWK Jr. High nurse Paige...National Nurses Week: Backup plan becomes a calling for TWK Jr. High nurse Paige HesterPaige Hester’s journey from aspiring musician to beloved school nurse at Terry W. Kitchen Junior High highlights how an unexpected career path led her to a fulfilling role supporting students and her ...
Missouri faces potential $2 billion shortfall as federal Medicaid, SNAP cuts threaten state budget
HealthMay 8
Missouri faces potential $2 billion shortfall as federal Medicaid, SNAP cuts threaten state budgetMissouri could face a $2 billion budget shortfall if proposed federal cuts to Medicaid and SNAP are enacted, threatening health care and food assistance for hundreds of thousands of residents.
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Cape city officials seek eligibility for Community Development Block Grant program to address housing needs
NewsMay 8
Cape city officials seek eligibility for Community Development Block Grant program to address housin...Cape Girardeau is working toward eligibility for a federal Community Development Block Grant to address housing needs, partnering with local groups and gathering community input for a stakeholder-driven plan.
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National Nurses Week: Cape telehealth nurse helps ensure foster children receive healthcare benefits
NewsMay 7
National Nurses Week: Cape telehealth nurse helps ensure foster children receive healthcare benefitsA Cape Girardeau telehealth nurse helps foster children in Missouri access and understand their Medicaid benefits, ensuring they receive essential healthcare support through Centene’s care management team.
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No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney
FaithMay 8
No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimneyCardinals remain deadlocked in the search for a new pope, as black smoke signals no decision after multiple voting rounds in the Sistine Chapel. The world awaits the next leader of the Catholic Church.
NICOLE WINFIELD, Associated Press
Castillo: Stepping out in faith at Morley Café
FoodMay 8
Castillo: Stepping out in faith at Morley CaféAfter a challenging week, a visit to Morley Café reveals a story of faith, resilience, and community as owner Lori McCoy shares how overcoming fear led to opening a beloved local gathering spot.
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Wall Street opens higher after Trump says trade deal with United Kingdom will be announced
BusinessMay 8
Wall Street opens higher after Trump says trade deal with United Kingdom will be announcedU.S. stocks climbed after President Trump signaled an imminent trade deal with the UK, boosting investor optimism and lifting global markets amid ongoing tariff concerns and Fed caution.
AP News, Associated Press
Cape Girardeau church launches campaign to erase $2.3 million in medical debt across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky
HealthMay 7
Cape Girardeau church launches campaign to erase $2.3 million in medical debt across Missouri, Illin...Compass Church in Cape Girardeau is partnering with a not-for-profit to raise $15,000 to erase $2.3 million in medical debt for residents in Missouri, Illinois and Kentucky.
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Deadly April rainfall in US South and Midwest was intensified by climate change, scientists say
NewsMay 8
Deadly April rainfall in US South and Midwest was intensified by climate change, scientists say
Police report 5-8-25
NewsMay 8
Police report 5-8-25
Missouri poised to become first U.S. state to exempt stock sale profits from income taxes
NewsMay 7
Missouri poised to become first U.S. state to exempt stock sale profits from income taxes
Road work: Route ZZ in Bollinger County closed for bridge replacement
NewsMay 7
Road work: Route ZZ in Bollinger County closed for bridge replacement
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Rachel Berger’s late goal lifts Jackson over St. Vincent in defensive howdown
SportsMay 8
Rachel Berger’s late goal lifts Jackson over St. Vincent in ...
Rachel Berger’s late goal secured a 1-0 win for Jackson over St. Vincent in a tightly contested girls soccer match, boosting Jackson’s record to 13-3 as both teams near the season’s end.
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Trial of Michigan police officer charged in fatal shooting of Congolese immigrant ends in hung jury
WorldMay 8
Trial of Michigan police officer charged in fatal shooting of Congolese immigrant ends in hung jury
Bill Gates pledges his remaining fortune to the Gates Foundation, which will close in 20 years
WorldMay 8
Bill Gates pledges his remaining fortune to the Gates Foundation, which will close in 20 years
No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney
FaithMay 8
No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney
Ukraine's parliament ratifies a minerals deal with the US
WorldMay 8
Ukraine's parliament ratifies a minerals deal with the US
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Stephen Casey honored for 'The Dear King' composition at Missouri statewide music competition
EducationMay 7
Stephen Casey honored for 'The Dear King' composition at Missouri statewide music competition
Today in History: May 8
HistoryMay 8
Today in History: May 8
Spirituality Column: Walk slow and sow seeds
FaithMay 8
Spirituality Column: Walk slow and sow seeds
'Thunderbolts' kicks off the summer movie season with $76 million at the box office
Arts & EntertainmentMay 4
'Thunderbolts' kicks off the summer movie season with $76 million at the box office
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Scott City baseball gets over the hump, tops Chaffee 4-3
SportsMay 8
Scott City baseball gets over the hump, tops Chaffee 4-3
Sonny Gray stars as the Cardinals beat the sliding Pirates 5-0
SportsMay 7
Sonny Gray stars as the Cardinals beat the sliding Pirates 5-0
Underdogs no more: Oak Ridge softball clinches first Scott-Mississippi Conference title
SportsMay 7
Underdogs no more: Oak Ridge softball clinches first Scott-Mississippi Conference title
Cape Girardeau's 26th Annual Soap Box Derby winners
SportsMay 7
Cape Girardeau's 26th Annual Soap Box Derby winners
Editorial
OpinionMay 8
Letter: Rights and responsibilities
OpinionMay 8
Goldberg: Right ends, wrong means
OpinionMay 8
Letter: Time ticking away on tariffs
OpinionMay 8
Flowers: What comes next for the church?
Business
Asian shares get a lift from plans for China-US trade talks, Beijing stimulus moves
BusinessMay 7
Asian shares get a lift from plans for China-US trade talks, Beijing stimulus moves
Asian shares are mostly higher after Wall St breaks its winning streak
BusinessMay 6
Asian shares are mostly higher after Wall St breaks its winning streak
Vacancy to Vibrancy: Old Town Cape hosts downtown open house
BusinessMay 5
Vacancy to Vibrancy: Old Town Cape hosts downtown open house
Arevon Energy breaks ground on Kelso Solar Project
BusinessMay 5
Arevon Energy breaks ground on Kelso Solar Project
Health
Missouri health officials report measles in New Madrid County as US cases surge
HealthMay 6
Missouri health officials report measles in New Madrid County as US cases surge
Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center sets dates for two drive-through vaccine clinics
HealthMay 5
Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center sets dates for two drive-through vaccine clinics
Trump team's $500 million bet on old vaccine technology puzzles scientists
HealthMay 5
Trump team's $500 million bet on old vaccine technology puzzles scientists
'Get Your Green On': Organizations look to recognize mental health this month
HealthMay 2
'Get Your Green On': Organizations look to recognize mental health this month
Food
Recipe Swap: 8 irresistible fresh strawberry dessert recipes to make this season
FoodMay 7
Recipe Swap: 8 irresistible fresh strawberry dessert recipes to make this season
Community Cookbook: Make chicken and dumplings with Sonja Davis of Jackson
FoodMay 5
Community Cookbook: Make chicken and dumplings with Sonja Davis of Jackson
LaClair: The Grill pays homage to what came before while blazing a new path
FoodMay 1
LaClair: The Grill pays homage to what came before while blazing a new path
Recipe swap: Celebrate May Day with these fresh spring recipes and classic traditions
FoodApr. 30
Recipe swap: Celebrate May Day with these fresh spring recipes and classic traditions
Community
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Southeast Missouri with brunches, winery events and creative workshops
CommunityMay 6
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Southeast Missouri with brunches, winery events and creative workshops
Faces of Southeast Missouri: Michael Landeros
CommunityMay 6
Faces of Southeast Missouri: Michael Landeros
Jackson’s Nacho Average Challenge: Sample unique nachos at 9 local spots for chance to win prizes
CommunityMay 5
Jackson’s Nacho Average Challenge: Sample unique nachos at 9 local spots for chance to win prizes
Scott City Musings: Hurry up or slow and steady
CommunityMay 3
Scott City Musings: Hurry up or slow and steady
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