Utility Legislation

A bill passed by Missouri lawmakers would make many changes to utilities in the state. The bill is on the governor’s desk right now. Gov. Mike Kehoe didn’t indicate whether or not he would sign it, but sounded supportive. He has until March 28 to act.

Utility Legislation

A bill passed by Missouri lawmakers would make many changes to utilities in the state. The bill is on the governor’s desk right now. Gov. Mike Kehoe didn’t indicate whether or not he would sign it, but sounded supportive. He has until March 28 to act.

School Storm Debris

Friday night’s storm caused extensive damage to the campus of Perry County School District 32, with all buildings sustaining damage of varying degrees. The entire campus remains closed to everyone except authorized staff and contractors, but much progress has been made in securing buildings and removing debris. Classes are still cancelled through tomorrow, but Superintendent … Read more

Sikeston Man Assault Charge

Justin Turner, 44 of Sikeston, is charged for the assault that occurred recently on Park Street. The Scott County Prosecutor charged Turner with Felony Assault, Armed Criminal Action, and Trespassing First Degree. Turner was issued a no bond warrant and remains in custody.

Sikeston Man Assault Charge

Justin Turner, 44 of Sikeston, is charged for the assault that occurred recently on Park Street. The Scott County Prosecutor charged Turner with Felony Assault, Armed Criminal Action, and Trespassing First Degree. Turner was issued a no bond warrant and remains in custody.

Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is announcing a blood drive coming up this Friday at Advance Methodist Church from 1pm-6pm in honor of a young man named Damion Crader who just recently survived a severe car accident that left him with multiple injuries, including broken bones, and a lacerated artery in his neck. Damion received over … Read more

Lee Hunter Elementary Principal

Garrett Cooper has been appointed as the new principal at Lee Hunter Elementary! Mr. Cooper is a homegrown Bulldog, having graduated from Sikeston High School in 2008. With 12 years in education and a deep passion for our community, Mr. Cooper is no stranger to Sikeston Public Schools. He began his teaching career in 2013, … Read more

SEMO Accreditation

The Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) has awarded a five-year initial accreditation to the educator preparation programs at Southeast Missouri State University.After reviewing the evidence collected through a process of self-study and peer review, the AAQEP Accreditation Commission issued the decision at its February meeting.

Cape Rock Lexington Intersection

A heads up with a road construction update as work on the Cape Rock/Lexington intersection is expected to shift from the north half of the intersection to the southwest quarter of the intersection beginning today. Watch for signs and workers.

Kessler Arrested

Jonathan Kessler, former Missouri Democratic Party secretary and Southeast Missouri State University professor, was arrested for domestic assault, child endangerment and unlawful weapon use.