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Jackson aldermen vote against proposed residential rezoning - home hero image
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Jackson aldermen vote against proposed residential rezoningJackson aldermen vote against proposed residential rezoningJackson aldermen rejected a proposal to rezone a Ridge Road lot for apartments, citing the area’s single-family character, and also recognized outgoing Alderman David Hitt for his service in their Mon...
Poplar Bluff community says goodbye to Samaritan’s Purse with dinner and gifts
NewsApr. 25
Poplar Bluff community says goodbye to Samaritan’s Purse with dinner and giftsSamaritan's Purse completed 345 disaster relief projects in the aftermath of the March 14 tornado. As work winds down, Butler County officials hosted an appreciation dinner for the organization and its many volunteers.
By Jonathon Dawe ~ Daily American Republic

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Crash investigators nudged prosecutor to seek criminal probe into lethal motorcycle pursuit
NewsApril 25
Crash investigators nudged prosecutor to seek criminal probe into lethal motorcycle pursuitA prosecutor asked the MSHP for a criminal probe after a Cape Girardeau police pursuit ended in a fatal motorcycle crash.
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Monica Goodin makes history as Charleston’s first female mayor, aiming to boost community growth
NewsApril 24
Monica Goodin makes history as Charleston’s first female mayor, aiming to boost community growth Monica Goodin becomes Charleston’s first female mayor, bringing community experience and a focus on local growth to her new leadership role after years of civic involvement.
By Gina Curtis ~ Standard Democrat
Judge Frank Miller takes up several motions in Scott County School District lawsuit; trial date set
NewsApril 25
Judge Frank Miller takes up several motions in Scott County School District lawsuit; trial date setJudge Frank Miller weighed key motions in the Scott County School District lawsuit over alleged student sexual abuse, with a trial set for April 2026 and several discovery disputes still unresolved.
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SEMO Opera Scenes production showcases student talent with Mozart, Bernstein and more Sunday
CommunityApril 24
SEMO Opera Scenes production showcases student talent with Mozart, Bernstein and more Sunday SEMO’s Opera Scenes production Sunday, April 27, features student performers in selections from Mozart, Bernstein and more, offering a family-friendly, accessible introduction to opera at the River Campus.
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Traffic changes coming for ongoing Transportation Trust Fund projects
NewsApril 24
Traffic changes coming for ongoing Transportation Trust Fund projectsCape Girardeau will implement new traffic changes for Transportation Trust Fund projects next week, including closures and detours on Perryville Road, Lexington Avenue and Cape Rock Drive.
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Dispose of old electronics safely at Scott County’s upcoming eWaste Recycling Day
NewsApril 24
Dispose of old electronics safely at Scott County’s upcoming eWaste Recycling Day Scott County residents can safely recycle old electronics at the upcoming eWaste Recycling Day on April 25 in Benton, with a wide range of devices accepted from multiple area counties.
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Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard makes pitch for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum expansion
NewsApr. 24
Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard makes pitch for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum expansion
UWSEMO's new office space to hold child care resource center, redecorated rooms
NewsApr. 24
UWSEMO's new office space to hold child care resource center, redecorated rooms
Cape County Archive director stresses importance of name change proof ahead of REAL ID deadline
NewsApr. 24
Cape County Archive director stresses importance of name change proof ahead of REAL ID deadline
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Poplar Bluff community says goodbye to Samaritan’s Purse with dinner and gifts
NewsApr. 25
Poplar Bluff community says goodbye to Samaritan’s Purse wit...
Samaritan's Purse completed 345 disaster relief projects in the aftermath of the March 14 tornado. As work winds down, Butler County officials hosted an appreciation dinner for the organization and its many volunteers.
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Jackson aldermen vote against proposed residential rezoning
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Jackson aldermen vote against proposed residential rezoning
Dispose of old electronics safely at Scott County’s upcoming eWaste Recycling Day
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Dispose of old electronics safely at Scott County’s upcoming eWaste Recycling Day
Monica Goodin makes history as Charleston’s first female mayor, aiming to boost community growth
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Monica Goodin makes history as Charleston’s first female mayor, aiming to boost community growth
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SEMO celebrates top mentors and educators with annual Excellence in Advising and Teaching Awards
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SEMO celebrates top mentors and educators with annual Excellence in Advising and Teaching Awards
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National Day of Prayer events in Cape Girardeau feature Adrian Branch, community prayers, family activities
FaithApr. 22
National Day of Prayer events in Cape Girardeau feature Adrian Branch, community prayers, family activities
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Jackson soccer senior Jake Johnson signs NLI with Quincy University
SportsApr. 24
Jackson soccer senior Jake Johnson signs NLI with Quincy University
Photo Gallery: Notre Dame boys tennis vs Poplar Bluff
SportsApr. 24
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HealthApr. 22
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HealthApr. 21
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