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NewsMarch 30
Tornadoes reported in Ripley, southern Butler County, initial reports of damage ...Tornadoes reported in Ripley, southern Butler County, initial reports of damage coming inTornadoes have been reported in Ripley and Butler counties, causing damage including a barn roof being torn off. Hail up to 1.75 inches was reported as severe weather swept through the area.
Cape Central Academy's Tracy Merickel honored as Multi-Level Counselor of the Year
EducationMar. 28
Cape Central Academy's Tracy Merickel honored as Multi-Level Counselor of the Year Tracy Merickel of Cape Central Academy has been named Multi-Level Counselor of the Year by the Southeast Missouri School Counselors Association. With 25 years in education, Merickel is celebrated for her dedication to students.
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State legislators discuss proposed bills at Cape Chamber event
NewsMarch 28
State legislators discuss proposed bills at Cape Chamber eventState legislators in Cape Girardeau discussed key bills at a Chamber of Commerce event, focusing on water rights, insurance for rural families, paint recycling and changes to sick leave policies.
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Join fight against Huntington's disease at Southeast Missouri's Team Hope Walk on April 12
CommunityMarch 30
Join fight against Huntington's disease at Southeast Missouri's Team Hope Walk on April 12Join the Southeast Missouri Team Hope Walk on April 12 at Jackson City Park to support the fight against Huntington's disease. The event raises funds for HDSA's mission to aid those affected by HD.
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Fresh start: New juicery bringing healthy food, drinks to Cape Girardeau
BusinessMarch 31
Fresh start: New juicery bringing healthy food, drinks to Cape GirardeauThe Juicery Cape is set to open soon in Cape Girardeau, offering healthy, cold-pressed juices, smoothies and more.
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Did you know? Easter lilies toxic to cats
HealthMarch 28
Did you know? Easter lilies toxic to catsEaster lilies, popular spring flowers, pose a severe risk to cats. Ingesting any part of the plant may cause kidney failure. Experts urge caution during spring events to prevent feline exposure.
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Foundation puts nearly $50K toward youth mental health initiatives in Cape area
HealthMarch 29
Foundation puts nearly $50K toward youth mental health initiatives in Cape areaCommunity Foundation of the Ozarks, alongside the Louis L. and Julia Dorothy Coover Charitable Foundation and Commerce Trust, has allocated nearly $50,000 to support youth mental health initiatives in Cape Girardeau, focusing on suicide prevention and mental health...
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Cape water treatment plant clarifier repaired, assessment on clarifier 2 in progress
NewsMarch 29
Cape water treatment plant clarifier repaired, assessment on clarifier 2 in progress Cape Girardeau's Cape Rock Water Treatment Plant has repaired clarifier 1, restoring some capacity after a February failure. Crews are now assessing clarifier 2, while focusing on long-term maintenance and upgrades.
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Five contenders vie for two open seats on Nell Holcomb School Board
NewsMar. 31
Five contenders vie for two open seats on Nell Holcomb School Board
Cape Girardeau man arrested after knife-wielding domestic dispute
NewsMar. 31
Cape Girardeau man arrested after knife-wielding domestic dispute
'Potentially historic' weather looms; forecasters have no memory of this level of expected rain in 23 years
NewsMar. 31
'Potentially historic' weather looms; forecasters have no memory of this level of expected rain in 23 years
Visitors center of Saxon Lutheran Memorial destroyed by fire
NewsMar. 31
Visitors center of Saxon Lutheran Memorial destroyed by fire
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Five contenders vie for two open seats on Nell Holcomb School Board
NewsMar. 31
Five contenders vie for two open seats on Nell Holcomb Schoo...
Five candidates are competing for two open seats on the Nell Holcomb Board of Education, ensuring new leadership as no incumbents are running. Key issues include teacher retention, safety and mental health.
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Visitors center of Saxon Lutheran Memorial destroyed by fire
NewsMar. 31
Visitors center of Saxon Lutheran Memorial destroyed by fire
Track and field roundup: Sheridan steals show at 2025 McCullough-Douglas Invitational
SportsMar. 31
Track and field roundup: Sheridan steals show at 2025 McCullough-Douglas Invitational
COLUMN: Former Mule’s moment shows baseball scripts its own stories 
SportsMar. 31
COLUMN: Former Mule’s moment shows baseball scripts its own stories 
Celebrating a legacy: Doniphan Donettes' historic championship win and community support
SportsMar. 31
Celebrating a legacy: Doniphan Donettes' historic championship win and community support
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SEMO invites high school students to Future Teachers' Day event April 4
EducationMar. 27
SEMO invites high school students to Future Teachers' Day event April 4
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HistoryMar. 31
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Wasson: The problem with gossip
FaithMar. 29
Wasson: The problem with gossip
Movie Review: Jason Statham takes on the mob in 'A Working Man,' a blue-collar action thriller
Arts & EntertainmentMar. 28
Movie Review: Jason Statham takes on the mob in 'A Working Man,' a blue-collar action thriller
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McGahan’s go-ahead homer helps SEMO baseball sweep Western Illinois
SportsMar. 30
McGahan’s go-ahead homer helps SEMO baseball sweep Western Illinois
Binnington's 28 saves help Blues beat Avalanche 2-1, extend win streak to 9 games
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Binnington's 28 saves help Blues beat Avalanche 2-1, extend win streak to 9 games
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Battlehawks run over Renegades to start UFL season
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Asian shares are sharply lower after Wall Street tumbles
Wall Street tumbles, and S&P 500 drops 2% on worries about slower economy and higher inflation
BusinessMar. 28
Wall Street tumbles, and S&P 500 drops 2% on worries about slower economy and higher inflation
Health
Missouri among states trying to end abortion privacy rule; judge is questioning HIPAA itself
HealthMar. 31
Missouri among states trying to end abortion privacy rule; judge is questioning HIPAA itself
Pistorio, Pleus face off in Perry County Hospital Board race
HealthMar. 28
Pistorio, Pleus face off in Perry County Hospital Board race
Utah becomes the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water
HealthMar. 28
Utah becomes the first state to ban fluoride in public drinking water
With few dentists and flouride under siege, rural America risks surge of tooth decay
HealthMar. 27
With few dentists and flouride under siege, rural America risks surge of tooth decay
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Castillo: Twisted Biscuit Brunch Co. — Mary vs. the bloody Mary
FoodMar. 27
Castillo: Twisted Biscuit Brunch Co. — Mary vs. the bloody Mary
A Harte Appetite: The not so secret sauce
FoodMar. 26
A Harte Appetite: The not so secret sauce
Recipe swap: Sweeten your Easter with these classic dessert recipes
FoodMar. 26
Recipe swap: Sweeten your Easter with these classic dessert recipes
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Building resilient families: LFCS's mission to prevent child abuse in Missouri
CommunityMar. 31
Building resilient families: LFCS's mission to prevent child abuse in Missouri
Get ready for Cape Anime Con — Two-day celebration of anime culture, gaming, cosplay competitions
CommunityMar. 31
Get ready for Cape Anime Con — Two-day celebration of anime culture, gaming, cosplay competitions
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CommunityMar. 29
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