February 2024

Shawn M. Hacker

A funeral will be held Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024 for 52-year-old Shawn M. Hacker of Cape Girardeau, Missouri who passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Mercy Southeast Hospital.   He was born January 30, 1972 in St. Louis, MO a son of Robert W. and Margaret M. (Pouyer) Hacker.   He is survived by […]

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George Michael Hopfer

George Michael Hopfer, 85, of Perryville, Missouri passed away Friday, February 2, 2024 at Missouri Veteran’s Home in Cape Girardeau.   He was born October 21, 1938 in Uniontown, MO to Michael and Gladys (Cottner) Hopfer.   George was baptized at Grace Lutheran Church in Uniontown and attended grade school at Grace Lutheran School in

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Fran Vogler

53-year-old Fran Vogler of Perryville, Missouri passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at Mercy Hospital Perry County.   She was born May 8, 1970 in St. Louis, Mo. a daughter of Frank O. and Mary J. (Booker) Vogler who both preceded her in death.   She married Eldon Walker, Jr. He survives in Perryville.  

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Lady Jacket’s trip to Wesclin is spoiled by Lady Warriors

Warriors win, 44-31, over Chester By Jim Beers CHESTER – The Chester High School Lady Jacket’s Week 10 started off on a bad note Monday January 29 when the Jackets traveled to Wesclin. The Jackets challenged the Lady Warriors in their second Cahokia Conference, Illinois Division contest of the 2023-24 season and allowed the Lady

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Apply now for 2024 Saint Francis Healthcare Scholarships

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Applications for the 2024 Saint Francis Healthcare Scholarship Program funded by Saint Francis Foundation and Auxiliary are now available. The program awards more than 20 scholarships of up to $2,000 annually to students pursuing a healthcare-related career.   The Steven C. Bjelich Executive Scholarship is available for students pursuing a master’s

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Area veterinarians attend Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s 132nd Annual Convention

COLUMBIA – More than 600 veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice staff and veterinary students attended the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s 132nd Annual Convention on January 25-28, 2024 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. The convention offered over 60 continuing education lectures to participants. Newly installed officers include: Kacie Ulhorn, DVM – President, Hermann, Mo.David Wilson,

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Buchheit Enterprises celebrates 90 years in business

Farm and Ranch Retailer Carries Momentum into 2024 Building on Recent Expansion   PERRYVILLE, Mo.: Today, February 2, 2024, Buchheit Inc. celebrates 90 years in business.  In honor of the company’s milestone, Marketing Manager, Michael Sheppard, said, “We are excited to celebrate 90 years of serving our communities.  It is rare to see a family-owned

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Cheese, please, for those pearly whites!

St. Louis District Dairy Council ST. LOUIS – February is National Children’s Dental Health Month — a time to recognize the importance of prioritizing oral health at an early age. St. Louis District Dairy Council annually celebrates this month with school nurses and dental health professionals by providing resources that highlight the beneficial role of

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