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AP source: Missouri auditor died of self-inflicted gunshot
(Local News ~ 02/27/15)
JEFFERSON CITY (AP) -- Missouri Auditor Tom Schweich, who had recently launched a Republican campaign for governor, fatally shot himself in what police described as an "apparent suicide," minutes after inviting reporters to his suburban St. Louis home for an interview...
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New Madrid man loses 370 pounds, appears on 'The Rachael Ray Show'
(Local News ~ 02/27/15)
NEW MADRID -- Having his story featured on "The Rachael Ray Show" was a memorable experience, but that isn't why New Madrid County Central's band director lost 370 pounds. "I did it for myself and for my band students so I wouldn't keel over," said Ryan Blocker, a Farmington native...
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Bulldogs pick up lopsided win over DeSoto in regular season finale
(High School Sports ~ 02/27/15)
sports@standard-democrat.com DESOTO -- With the district tournament looming next week, the Sikeston Bulldogs appear to be peaking at just the right time as they captured their 10th win in the last 11 games, defeating DeSoto 85-51 for the team's third straight road victory this week...
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Dexter halts Sikeston's win streak in possible district preview 55-50
(High School Sports ~ 02/27/15)
sports@standard-democrat.com SIKESTON -- If Thursday's regular season finale between Dexter and Sikeston is any indication of how the upcoming Class 4, District 1 tournament might end up then fans are certainly in for a treat. Dexter edged Sikeston 55-50 at the Sikeston Field House in a game that had the feeling of playoff basketball...
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Gideon upsets Clarkton for first district title in 19 years
(High School Sports ~ 02/27/15)
sports@standard-democrat.com CLARKTON -- Three players scored in double figures as Gideon upset Clarkton 63-52 to claim the Class 1, District 1 championship Thursday at Clarkton High School. This is Gideon's first district championship since 1996 and fifth title overall...
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10 Things to Know for Today
(Local News ~ 02/27/15)
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. WHY SOME IN GOP SAY DHS FUNDING LAPSE WORTH A FIGHT Numerous House Republicans believe it's preferable to have a partial government shutdown if that's the cost of undoing a White House immigration policy...
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Snow removal assistance caused minor damage
(Local News ~ 02/27/15)
scottw@standard-democrat.com CHARLESTON -- Hearts were in the right place but blades and buckets may have strayed a bit. Some minor damage was done to county property by citizens assisting communities with snow removal, Presiding Commissioner Carlin Bennett said during the Mississippi County Commission's regular weekly meeting Thursday...
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Former Dunklin County prosecutor appointed to state DPS director post
(Local News ~ 02/27/15)
JEFFERSON CITY -- Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has appointed former Dunklin County Prosecuting Attorney Steve Sokoloff, of Kennett, as the new Deputy Director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety (MDPS). Sokoloff assumes his new responsibilities in Jefferson City on March 1, and will serve under MDPS Acting Director and Nixon's Deputy Chief of Staff, Peter Lyskowski. ...
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Ruth Phillips
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
SIKESTON -- Pallbearers for services conducted today for Ruth E. Webb Phillips, 93, who died on Feb. 25, 2015, were: Darrell Williams, Bob Williams, Loyd Triplett, Ron Cullins, Arnold Myrick and Howard Parker. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition...
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Paula Kiefer
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
CHARLESTON -- Paula RaEllen Kiefer, 50, died Feb. 25, 2015, at her home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Dorothy Emery
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
CAPE GIRARDEAU -- Dorothy L. Emery, 96, died Feb. 24, 2015, at St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Della Cribbs
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
LILBOURN -- Della Cribbs, 89, died Feb. 27, 2015, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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David Jackson Jr.
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
SIKESTON -- David Roosevelt Jackson Jr., 61, died Feb. 23, 2015, at his home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Beverly Lewis
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
ST. LOUIS -- Beverly Jane Lewis, 86, died Feb. 24, 2015, at her home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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Hilda Greer
(Obituary ~ 02/27/15)
SIKESTON - Hilda Rose Patrick Greer, 60, formerly of East Prairie, died Feb. 25, 2015, at her home. For the complete Standard Democrat obituary log in to our electronic edition.
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SPEAKOUT (471-6636)
(Opinion ~ 02/27/15)
I am calling because I want to speakout about agreeing with the "Liar in Chief" on TV. I totally agree with this person about the so-called 44th president. He is totally no good as being our president. The other thing I'm calling about in is the "No name calling." I think it was very awful what you did. ...
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Sikeston Jaycees Donate to Three Rivers Endowment Trust
(Local News ~ 02/27/15)
The Sikeston Jaycees have donated $15,000 to the Three Rivers Endowment Trust toward the Sikeston Academic Building, which opened to students earlier this year. Following a check presentation, the club members had the opportunity to tour the new facility, located at 1400 S. Main in Sikeston...
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