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Hunter education courses
(Sports Column ~ 10/02/14)
There are two ways of doing most things- the hard way and the smart way. Completing hunter education early is definitely the smart way! A surprising number wait till the last minute to sign up for hunter education. By that time most hunting seasons have started, school is in full swing, and it gets harder and harder to work one more thing into your already busy schedule. So get in before the rush and get your certification!...
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The Believer's Inheritance in Christ
(Column ~ 10/02/14)
An inheritance is something that is received as a gift based upon a person's relationship with another. As Christians we have an inheritance in Christ based upon our relationship with Him. We enter into that relationship by receiving Him as our personal Savior and Lord. First, we inherit eternal life. In John 5:24 Jesus said, "He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life."...
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Main Street Madness to kick off 67th Annual National Soybean Festival
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
Several activities will be taking place this Saturday during Main Street Madness. The festival will start with Main Street Madness on Saturday, Oct. 4th and conclude on Thursday, Oct. 9th. "Comic Con" is the theme for Portageville's 67th Annual National Soybean Festival...
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Portageville Softball Field dedicated to Dr. James A. Deere
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
The Portageville Softball Field was dedicated last Saturday, Sept. 27, to an eminent person who had a tremendous amount of influence in the community. The late Dr. James A. Deere has been a great inspiration to many people and organizations. He was a man of integrity and honor. He and his family had a great impact on this town and the school's softball organizations. Dr. Deere passed away on June 20. The dedication ceremony was held prior to the Lady Dogs' game against Poplar Bluff...
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Noranda rehearing denied
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
Staff Reports news@standard-democrat.com JEFFERSON CITY -- Ameren Missouri outlined new plans Wednesday to gradually reduce its reliance on coal-fired power plants, while state utility regulators also rejected a complaint alleging the company has earned more than it's entitled to on its electricity rates...
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East Prairie man jailed following prescription drug investigation
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
BENTON -- An East Prairie man is in jail following a prescription narcotic investigation. Jerry Corbin, 42, of East Prairie is charged with one count of the class D felony of fraudulently attempting to obtain a controlled substance. Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter said Det. ...
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PREP ROUNDUP: Early burst lifts Sikeston past Saxony, Kelly routs Oran 20-0
(High School Sports ~ 10/02/14)
sports@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- A five-run second inning proved to be the difference as Sikeston downed visiting Saxony Lutheran 6-2 Wednesday at the Sikeston Sports Complex. Kylie Noe, Maggie Shepherd and Hanna Placek all had two hits for Sikeston. Placek added a double and Ashton Drake chipped in a triple...
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Underdog Sikeston hosts state-ranked Jackson
(High School Sports ~ 10/02/14)
sports@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- Three weeks ago, Sikeston suffered a gut-wrenching last second loss to Dexter on a "hook and ladder" play. But they bounced back the following week with a thrilling victory against Farmington. Now Sikeston finds itself in a similar situation...
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Traffic stop leads to search warrant, two arrests
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
CHARLESTON -- Two Mississippi County women were arrested after a narcotics investigation by the Mississippi County Sheriff's Department. According to Mississippi County Sheriff Keith Moore, the investigation began last Wednesday when Deputy Cory Hutcheson developed information that narcotics were being distributed from a Mississippi County residence...
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Benton church gets new look, name
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
BENTON -- After months of undergoing a complete renovation, a Scott County church will soon be ready to once again open its doors to the community. On Sunday, the LaCroix Church Benton had its first "pre-launch" service to give the public a glimpse into some of the changes made over the summer...
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Prep Football Glance -- Week 7
(High School Sports ~ 10/02/14)
Our prep football glance gives vital information for our local teams entering their weekly matchups. Learn your team's opponent, go-to players and the series history between the two throughout the season.
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Road salt prices up, availability down
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
scottw@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- Sikeston Department of Public Works officials aren't the only ones having trouble finding a good price on road salt -- when it can be found at all. "It's extremely expensive. We haven't ordered any," said Norman Brant, highway superintendent for Scott County. "We'll just take sand and put it down extra heavy. It seems to give the cars a lot more traction, so we'll probably go ahead with that."...
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Judgement House
(Local News ~ 10/02/14)
Emily Tumbleson and Malyn Hodges are welcomed to Heaven by Jesus, played by Mitch Pullen, during the "Heaven Scene" at a rehearsal of Miner Baptist Church's presentation of Judgement House. Judgement House will be presented at Miner Baptist Church tonight and Oct. 4,5,8,9,11 and 12. (Bob Greenlee, Staff)...
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Major Lucious
(Obituary ~ 10/02/14)
PHOENIX -- The Rev. Major M. Lucious, 70, formerly of Sikeston, Mo., died Sept. 25, 2014. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Mary Ann Maevers
(Obituary ~ 10/02/14)
SIKESTON -- Mary Ann Maevers, 77, died Oct. 1, 2014, at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Mae King Roberson
(Obituary ~ 10/02/14)
SIKESTON -- Mae King Roberson, 92, died Oct. 1, 2014, at Hunter Acres Caring Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Marie Yokley
(Obituary ~ 10/02/14)
SIKESTON -- Pallbearers at services conducted Wednesday for Lamia Marie Hamra Yokley, 71, who died Sept. 26, 2014, were: Wade Hamra, Michael Hamra, Sam Hamra, Brian Rhodes, Bobby Khouri and Mike Khourie. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition...
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David Hawkins
(Obituary ~ 10/02/14)
DEXTER -- David Lee Hawkins, 66, died Sept. 30, 3014, at his home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Georgia Mills
(Obituary ~ 10/02/14)
SIKESTON -- Georgia L. Mills, 90, died Oct. 1, 2014, at Sikeston Convalescent Center in Sikeston. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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SPEAKOUT
(Opinion ~ 10/02/14)
I was just wondering if someone could find out why the city of Sikeston spends money on No Parking signs from Smith Street out past the rodeo grounds. And then you drive out to the rodeo grounds where the Cotton Carnival is going on, and there's people parked all over the place where it says No Parking. And there's two police cars parked out there by the signs that the city has put down. I just find it hard to believe why we waste our money if they are not going to enforce stuff...
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