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Conservation Department funding programs
(Sports Column ~ 01/03/15)
So you have done all your shopping for Christmas. For the hunter or fisherman in your life this time of year seems to be the best, they don't have to spend the money on equipment for their hobbies they get it gift wrapped from you! Did you know that by purchasing sporting equipment you not only benefit the person that has the smile on their face, you are also giving to wildlife restoration programs nationwide. ...
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The Puzzles of the Past
(Local News ~ 01/03/15)
It was on Christmas morning 1980 that I discovered a Hungarian professor's maddening invention beneath the holiday tree. It was Erno Rubik's magic puzzle, brought to America: The Rubik's Cube. With a few twists I was hooked, but I never figured the thing out...
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Stout defense leads Charleston to 62-27 win over Delta
(High School Sports ~ 01/03/15)
sports@standard-democrat.com CHARLESTON -- If anyone knows what the Charleston Lady Bluejays must do to expect wins its senior Sierra Frazier. The 5-0 guard has been a staple for Charleston since seeing varsity time as a freshman and she routinely spearheads the Lady Bluejays' most deadly weapon...
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Priggel scores 28, Oran takes down Woodland 61-58
(High School Sports ~ 01/03/15)
sports@standard-democrat.com ORAN -- Just a few days after claiming the consolation championship at the Southeast Missouri Christmas Tournament, the Oran Eagles looked to be in trouble against visiting Woodland Friday as they trailed by 13 points late in the first half...
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SPEAKOUT (471-6636)
(Opinion ~ 01/03/15)
For the person wanting alterations done, call 838-8642. That is in Sikeston. My hat is off to the people that had to work in retail stores throughout the Christmas season. They say people really show the holiday spirt, but the ones I saw were giant horses a***s. ...
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Celesta Wise
(Obituary ~ 01/03/15)
DEXTER -- Celesta Wise, 80, died Jan. 1, 2015, at her home in Dexter Visitation is from 11 a.m. until service time at 1 p.m. Monday at Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie. Burial will follow in the Bernie Cemetery. For the complete obituary, see the weekend edition of the Standard Democrat...
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Hearnes Elementary students celebrate holidays
(Submitted Story ~ 01/03/15)
CHARLESTON -- From decorations on every wall to children singing Christmas carols, the holidays at Hearnes Elementary bring fun activities and excitement for students and staff alike. During the week before Christmas, students in Kim Wells' Kindergarten class participated in their room's "Parent Involvement Christmas Tree Contest." The activity was based on the book, "The Littlest Christmas Tree," which discusses the importance of everyone, no matter how big or small they are. ...
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Helping others
(Submitted Photo ~ 01/03/15)
The Sikeston High School Bulldog Barker Staff recently made a donation to Radical Christmas. Accepting the check on behalf of Radical Christmas is Brad Aycock, executive pastor of the First United Methodist Church. The donation purchased 30 chickens for under-resourced families to eat this Christmas. ...
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DECEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
(Submitted Photo ~ 01/03/15)
Southeast Elementary School in Sikeston announced its December Students of the Month recently. Pictured front row from left are: Jack Yielding, Ben Burns, Kayden Leonard, JaJuan Robinson and Caleb Bentley; second row:Jadyn Jones, Alayna Clark, Markasia Smith, Jyqualous Scott and Isaiah Patterson; and standing: Cheyenne Adams, Makayla Mouser and Morgan Jaynes. Also honored was Melody Moxley. The word of the month was caring...
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SPEAKOUT
(Opinion ~ 01/03/15)
For the person wanting alterations done, call 838-8642. That is in Sikeston. My hat is off to the people that had to work in retail stores throughout the Christmas season. They say people really show the holiday spirt, but the ones I saw were giant horses a***s. ...
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Sikeston Public Safety sweeps its division off Torch Run awards
(Local News ~ 01/03/15)
JEFFERSON CITY -- Sikeston Department of Public Safety was recognized earlier this month as a top achiever of the Statewide Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Missouri. Founded by the Missouri Police Chiefs Association 28 years ago, Special Olympics recognized top achievers at the annual Awards Ceremony Dec. 11...
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Budget hearing reveals great year for county
(Local News ~ 01/03/15)
scottw@standard-democrat.com CHARLESTON -- As far as Mississippi County is concerned, 2014 was a great year. A public hearing for the county budget was held during the Mississippi County Commission's regular weekly meeting held Friday due to the New Year's Day holiday...
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Renovation project right on schedule
(Local News ~ 01/03/15)
leonnah@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- The renovation of the lower level of the Sikeston Public Library is moving right along schedule, according to library officials. Libby Caskey, project coordinator for the library, said she's aware the public is curious about the progress of the library's renovation, which began in mid-September...
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Boil water order remains
(Local News ~ 01/03/15)
news@standard-democrat.com MINER -- Miner's boil water order will continue at least through Monday thanks to a second broken water main. City residents are being asked to continue to boil water for consumption until further notice as a precaution, according to city officials, following repairs to the water distribution system...
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