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No mail delivery Thursday, Jan. 9
NewsJanuary 9
No mail delivery Thursday, Jan. 9Mail delivery will be paused on Thursday, Jan. 9, for a National Day of Mourning honoring former President Jimmy Carter. Services and print deliveries will resume on Friday, Jan. 10. Digital editions remain accessible.
Quad region under winter storm warning
NewsJanuary 9
Quad region under winter storm warningA winter storm warning is in effect for parts of southern Illinois, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri, with heavy snow expected from late Thursday to Friday. Travel may be hazardous; plan accordingly.
Standard Democrat
Man faces charges for the illegal discharge of firearm New Year’s Day
NewsJanuary 8
Man faces charges for the illegal discharge of firearm New Year’s DayA Sikeston man, Antowon Maurice Davis Jr., faces multiple charges, including felony unlawful possession and use of a firearm, after allegedly firing a gun within city limits on New Year's Day.
Staff Report
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NewsJanuary 8
Community calendar 1/9/25
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NewsJanuary 8
Homeless census to be conductedMissouri's Point in Time Count will assess the homeless population across 101 counties on Jan. 22. This biennial census, mandated by HUD, helps track homelessness trends and progress toward national reduction goals.
Jury selection to start in trial of uncle accused of niece’s murder
NewsJanuary 8
Jury selection to start in trial of uncle accused of niece’s murder
Bob Miller, Southeast Missourian
April elections: Dexter and surrounding districts gear up for contested races
NewsJanuary 8
April elections: Dexter and surrounding districts gear up for contested racesThe City of Dexter and nearby districts prepare for April 8 elections with contested races for key positions. Notably, Dexter's Ward 2 Alderman and several school board seats face competition.
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Joe McGraw
Stoddard County sets budget deadlines and highlights community programs
NewsJanuary 8
Stoddard County sets budget deadlines and highlights community programsStoddard County officials set a Jan. 15 deadline for budget completion and scheduled a hearing for Jan. 24. The county's Extension Office highlighted community programs, including 4-H and nutrition initiatives.
Sherman Smith
Dexter residents voice concerns over neighborhood upkeep and city response at board meeting
NewsJanuary 8
Dexter residents voice concerns over neighborhood upkeep and city response at board meetingDexter residents raised concerns about neighborhood upkeep and city response at the recent Board of Aldermen meeting. Issues included unsightly trailers and disrepair, prompting city officials to promise action.
Sherman Smith
New faces and familiar names: Stoddard County officials sworn into office
NewsJanuary 8
New faces and familiar names: Stoddard County officials sworn into office Stoddard County welcomes new and returning officials as they are sworn into office. Key figures include C.D. Stewart, Wes Howard, Brent Stidham, and Josh Speakman, with Judge Robert Mayer presiding.
Sherman Smith
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