Regional News

Southeast Missouri Food Bank awards  agency capacity grants 

SIKESTON – Southeast Missouri Food Bank recently awarded a total of $10,000 to four of its partner agencies across its 16-county service area. The funds will allow the agencies to increase and improve their distribution process.    “Over the past year, each of these partners has demonstrated true dedication to serving their communities,” said Camille […]

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Sikeston man sentenced to serve 10 years in federal prison for trafficking fentanyl

CAPE GIRARDEAU — The United States Attorney’s Office announced that Cameron L. Robinson, age 31, of Sikeston, Missouri, has been sentenced to serve 10 years in federal prison for the offense of Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl. Robinson appeared for his sentencing hearing today before United States District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh, Jr. at

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Commission awards contracts for Southeast District projects

SIKESTON – The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded contracts for the Southeast District during its regular meeting on Dec. 4. Contracts included pavement improvements, a bridge replacement, and a bridge rehabilitation.   Contracts included the following:   A $4,412,323 contract was to H.R. Quadri Contractors, LLC, for pavement and safety improvements on Route 21

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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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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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Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting due soon for entities

POTOSI, MO – In 2020, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) which requires non-exempt companies to report information about their companies and their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) starting in 2024. In 2024, millions of small businesses, including LLCs, corporations and limited partnerships are required to file beneficial ownership information

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