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PA: No crime alleged in inappropriate texts Don. principal to be tried
(Local News ~ 02/13/15)
By PAT PRATT Staff Writer A former Doniphan high school principal accused of forgery waived his right to a preliminary hearing on Wednesday in Ripley County Circuit Court. Ronald W. McCutchen, 53, of Park Hills, is charged with a single count of the class C felony. A complaint alleges he forged a former student's college placement test...
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R-1 releases medical, religious vaccine waiver numbers Measles outbreak leads to debate
(Local News ~ 02/13/15)
By PAT PRATT Staff Writer In the wake of a recent measles outbreak that has many states re-examining their school immunization laws, Poplar Bluff R-I officials say a very high percentage of students here are protected. A measles outbreak in southern California has now spread to approximately 121 people in 17 states as of Feb. ...
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At Rodgers Theater Baldknobbers here Feb. 20
(Local News ~ 02/13/15)
By PAT PRATT Staff Writer Poplar Bluff can get a taste of Branson without the drive in February when country music comedians The Baldknobbers take the stage at the Rodgers Theater. Doors open at 6 p.m. and tickets are still available for the 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20 show. Proceeds from the performance will benefit Springhill's School of Hope, a Christian based K-12 school in Fairdealing...
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Puxico man earns doctorate
(Community News ~ 02/13/15)
Puxico man earns doctorate Daniel C. Lauder, EdD, of Puxico, recently earned his Doctor of Education degree in Higher Education Leadership from Maryville University. Lauder, who is currently employed at Southeast Missouri State University, was honored during a Hooding Convocation ceremony in December 2014...
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Transforming the VA system
(Letter to the Editor ~ 02/13/15)
To the Editor: The week of September 22, 2014, I had the distinct privilege of meeting the new Secretary of the Veterans Administration (VA) Bob McDonald. Secretary McDonald was coming into the VA during a very difficult period for the VA, but insisted that he could turn the VA around. Mr. McDonald stressed the need to "Transform the VA."...
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On fairness and justice
(Column ~ 02/13/15)
By WALTER E. WILLIAMS Oxfam reports that the richest 1 percent of people in the world own 48 percent of the world's wealth. Many claim that we should be alarmed by income inequality because it hampers upward mobility. Others argue that because income is distributed so unevenly, justice and fairness require income redistribution. Let's look at fairness and justice...
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The Fallon-ized culture of absolution
(Column ~ 02/13/15)
By MICHELLE MALKIN Comedian Jimmy Fallon is a celebrity fraud's best friend. He's an answer to normal America's question: How do creepy stars get away with their grotesqueries? If you're lucky enough to sit by his late-night throne and join his cool-kid games, all your troubles will melt away. Funnyman Jimmy is not just a bread-and-circuses buffoon. He's the keeper of the pop culture immunity necklace...
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Speak Out 2/13/15
(Opinion ~ 02/13/15)
Duh, how did that happen? Am I the only one who sees the humor after years and years of conservative, responsible financial management, a totally unqualified city council is elected. And, after they come into power, they hire a totally unknown entity from out of town without any control or checks and balances to manage the city budget. ...
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Be a heart healthy valentine
(Features ~ 02/13/15)
Well the BIG day has nearly arrived. Hopefully, you plan on giving your sweetie a valentine, roses, chocolates, fine jewelry, or all the above. Valentine's Day has been celebrated for a long time, probably since the Roman days or earlier. The symbol of this romantic celebration is a large red heart...
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Judith Jackson
(Obituary ~ 02/13/15)
Judith Jackson PIEDMONT, Mo. -- Judith A. Jackson, 59, of Piedmont, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015, at her residence. Visitation will be at 5 p.m. Friday at Ruegg Funeral Home, Piedmont. Services will follow at 1 p.m. Saturday, also at the chapel. Burial will be at Masonic Cemetery, Piedmont...
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Art show, "214 Day" at the VA Saturday
(Community News ~ 02/13/15)
Art show, "214 Day" at the VA Saturday The John J. Pershing VA Medical Center will host a special "214 Day" event and a Veterans Art Show Saturday. The events are part of the National Salute to Veteran Patients Week. "Often our veterans don't realize the importance of having their DD-214 documents (military release papers) recorded with their county recorder," medical center Public Affairs Officer Angela Smith stated. ...
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Stocks joined Mules' 1K club following increase in accuracy
(High School Sports ~ 02/13/15)
When the Poplar Bluff Mules host Notre Dame for homecoming Friday night, be sure to watch Chris Stocks when he doesn't have the ball. That's when the senior, who recently became just the seventh Mule to score 1,000 points, is doing work. "Last year he was really good with the ball in his hands, this year he's a lot better moving without the ball," Mules coach William Durden said...
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Raiders look to win with versatility
(High School Sports ~ 02/13/15)
The name of the game for the Raiders this season is versatility. Three Rivers coach Stacy Burkey has three left-handed pitchers projected as starters. As many as seven different Raiders can bat left-handed. There are six guys he could use as the designated hitter...
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Drought in 1st half sinks TRC
(High School Sports ~ 02/13/15)
ST. LOUIS -- The Lady Raiders hung with St. Louis Community College for the first eight minutes. Eight minutes later it was a rout. Three Rivers' drought on offense going into halftime proved too costly and it lost 87-67 on the road Wednesday. It was tied at 24 eight minutes in. Three Rivers (6-20) had made four 3-pointers, had gotten three steals, coach Jeff Walk's gameplan of late to make things ugly was working...
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Lady Raiders feature powerful lineup
(High School Sports ~ 02/13/15)
After the Three Rivers softball team cut the ribbon on its brand new clubhouse in April, the Lady Raiders stayed behind after all the photos were taken. They hung out afterwards, as they often do, setting up their lockers and making signs for the empty walls...
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