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Cape Girardeau man pleads guilty to producing child pornography

CAPE GIRARDEAU – The United States Attorney’s Office announced that Steven Lee Brown, age 33, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, has pled guilty to the offense of Producing Child Pornography.   Brown appeared for his guilty plea hearing today before United States District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh, Jr. at the federal courthouse in Cape Girardeau.   […]

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Tolulope Ifabiyi, MD, joins Saint Francis Clinic – Kingshighway

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to welcome Tolulope Ifabiyi, MD, to Saint Francis Clinic – Kingshighway, a Saint Francis Medical Partner. Ifabiyi completed her medical education in 2019 at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, Rochester, MI.   Ifabiyi completed her internship and residency at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical

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Southeastern Missouri state parks and historic sites offer winter activities

JEFFERSON CITY, MO – Winter at Missouri state parks and historic sites provides something for everyone from tree lighting to public meetings. There’s bound to be something for fit your interest. Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. – Christmas Candlelight Open House at Hunter-Dawson State Historic Site.The public is invited Friday,

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Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Mercy announce new contract

ST. LOUIS – Mercy and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri (Anthem) have reached a new multi-year agreement providing Anthem members with continued access to affordable, high-quality care at all Mercy hospitals, outpatient care centers and physician offices across Missouri.   With the new contract, Anthem members covered by Anthem employer-based, Medicare Advantage

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Over 300 registered for 4th Annual Mary Mingle 5K: Record-breaking turnout expected

CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO – The 4th Annual Mary Mingle 5K, a festive holiday run/walk supporting the Community Counseling Center Foundation, is set to take place this Saturday, December 7th. With a record number of participants already registered, this year’s event promises to be the biggest and most joyous yet. As of the time of this release,

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Gotta have ricotta!

St. Louis District Dairy Council ST. LOUIS – From appetizers to desserts: Ricotta steals the spotlight in holiday recipes   As the holidays approach, home cooks often search for new timesaving dinner options for busy weeknights, or dishes and appetizers that will impress guests at holiday events. While dairy foods are often foundational ingredients in

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Maryville University’s Kids Rock Cancer Program collaborates with the Mayo Clinic

ST. LOUIS – Maryville University’s Kids Rock Cancer program is pleased to announce their new collaboration with the Mayo Clinic, marking the first time Maryville University and Mayo Clinic have worked together. Crystal Weaver, KRC’s Director of Music Therapy, reports that the innovative research collaboration between the two organizations will explore the benefits of therapeutic

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Saint Francis Healthcare System has a successful 2024 Saint Elizabeth Food Drive

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to announce the donation of 164 boxes filled with food and personal hygiene items to our Saint Francis colleagues and families in the area.     This was a great increase from last year’s collection of 150 boxes.   Saint Francis also delivered to community

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Registered sex offender pleads guilty to possessing child pornography

CAPE GIRARDEAU – The United States Attorney’s Office announced that Thomas O. Stroud, Jr., age 43, of Wappapello, Missouri, has pled guilty to the offense of Possession of Child Pornography.   Stroud appeared for his guilty plea hearing Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024 before United States District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh, Jr. at the federal courthouse

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