Stories from Thursday, August 22, 2013

BENTON, Mo. -- After more than an hour of testimony Wednesday, Judge Scott Horman dismissed most of the charges against three suspects accused of kidnapping a Sikeston, Mo., man in July. Andrew Robinett, Bryce Western and Ashley Ivie, all of Sikeston, initially faced felony charges of assault, kidnapping and felonious restraint after Michael Fisher told investigators they kidnapped him from his Sikeston home at gunpoint July 12, took him to Ivie's house and beat him for several hours before he convinced them to take him back home to get them some money.. ...

A casting call for triplets ages 2 to 3 years old for 20th Century Fox's feature film "Gone Girl" is coming up Saturday. According to a news release from Dr. Jim Dufek, event coordinator and professor of mass media at Southeast Missouri State University, interested parents are encouraged to bring their children to the Rose Theatre Auditorium from 2 to 3 p.m. only Saturday. Dress should be comfortable casual, the release said...

A Cape Girardeau woman will face an involuntary manslaughter charge after a judge ordered her case bound over for trial Wednesday. Angelia J. Hanson, 29, is accused of backing a 2001 Dodge Durango over Jody L. Lane, 43, and killing her outside their home at 612 N. Fountain St...

ST. LOUIS -- The St. Louis Rams brought back Will Witherspoon to add veteran depth at linebacker. He's preparing to start -- at least the first four games. The Rams' oldest player turned 33 Monday. Witherspoon is set to begin his 12th season in the league...

MILWAUKEE -- Jake Westbrook didn't last long enough to earn the victory on Wednesday, but the light-hitting St. Louis pitcher used his bat to spark a six-run, second-inning outburst that led to a Cardinals win over the Milwaukee win. The Cardinals jumped out to a seven-run lead and then held on for an 8-6 victory.

BENTON, Mo. -- The girlfriend of a Scott City man accused of murdering his mother was charged Wednesday with helping cover up the crime. Tiffany Warner, 24, of Jackson was arrested Wednesday in connection with the death of Scott City woman Cynthia Canoy. Warner is charged with tampering with physical evidence in a felony prosecution, a felony that carries a punishment of up to four years in jail. She posted a $15,000 bond, and an arraignment is scheduled for Aug. 28...

The city of Cape Girardeau is asking for public input as it updates ordinances that govern nuisances. City officials announced a public meeting for Wednesday, where city staff will be on hand to discuss recommended changes to the ordinances that cover graffiti, unlicensed vehicles, open storage, vacant buildings and places the city deems "chronic nuisances" -- any property where nuisances are seen as a recurring issue or are the scene of repeated criminal activity...

To benefit the American Heart Association September 28, 2013 New McKendree, South Campus Parking Lot (1770 S. Hope St. Jackson) *Teams of 8-10 people. *$10 per person *Teams can enter for most creative uniform contest for an additional $20 per team...

We took our daughter Lauren down to see the River wall and all the art, as well as the river, bridge and the old bridge. She was impressed. She loved hearing about the history of Cape :)

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) area chairman Matt Jenkins honored Don, Stan, and Val Crader of Crader Distributing Company of Marble Hill with the Department of Defense ESGR Patriot Award, in recognition of their extraordinary support of employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve...

Broadway could see another update soon, but this time, it's all underground. The city of Cape Girardeau is accepting bids for the Broadway Stormwater Relief Sewer project until 2 p.m. Aug. 29. According to city engineer Casey Brunke, stormwater flooding has been a persistent problem along the street...

This weekend, area barbecue teams will compete for bragging rights and a grand prize of $2,000 during the 21st annual Cape BBQ Fest. The event, hosted by the Cape Girardeau Jaycees and sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society, takes place Friday and Saturday at Arena Park. The competition already has drawn the largest number of entrants in its history...

It took a year longer than originally anticipated, but Kyle Snyder is finally Southeast Missouri State's starting quarterback. Southeast coach Tony Samuel made the announcement following Wednesday's practice at Houck Stadium. "Kyle is talented. He can run and throws the ball well," Samuel said. "We are excited for him to lead our offense."...

Tropicana Roses in bloom at the home of Jackie Fowler, Kori's grandmother.

My name is Roxy. I am a senior dog who was adopted last Fall by Marilyn and Robert Montgomery. I am so grateful for my wonderful family.

Burnie and Kora are patiently waiting to take their walk!

Campbell was hired by the Oran school board Wednesday to replace Paul Bucher, who resigned from the position less than two months after being selected as Wood's successor.

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Tim Tebow walked off the practice field with no reporters blocking his path to the locker room. Finally, a few strolled up for a 90-second interview then moved on to longer chats with other Patriots. The media circus that surrounded him last season is gone...

Today is Thursday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2013. There are 131 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On August 22, 1485, England's King Richard III was killed in the Battle of Bosworth Field, effectively ending the War of the Roses...

One of the most formal affairs in Cape Girardeau is Saturday's 26th annual Cure for Cape Cancer Gala benefiting the American Cancer Society. With so many connected to this disease personally or through a family member or friend, the gala has become a successful affair combining style with a good cause. Cape Girardeau also is a hub for medical care, with cancer specialists associated with both hospitals treating patients from the area...

As an avid reader of newspapers for more than 65 years, I have become increasingly appalled at the spiraling deterioration of newspaper content and quality. That applies to your paper as well as nearly all others. However, this past week when your staff used a sizable part of your front page and also the third page to write about a stoplight issue in Marble Hill, Mo., your newspaper hopefully reached the bottom. ...

In regard to the Speak Out caller who doesn't appreciate walking or pushing strollers through grass cuttings in the street: Maybe you should try the sidewalk next time. It's just been reported that the postal service would have had a profit this year if it wasn't for some kind of a Congress-mandated pre-funding of health care. Congress needs to get off their hands and do something about this and let the postal service try to survive...

Frederick Joseph Franey, 71, of Cape Girardeau passed away Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at his home. He was born Jan. 5, 1942, in Washington Park, Ill., to John Joseph and Hazel Budina Franey. He and Arlene E. Gross were married May 24, 1969, in Carlisle, Ill...

Walter Lee Jones, 66, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013, at Southeast Hospital. He was born Dec. 22, 1946, in Hayti, Mo., to the late Frank Jr. and Josephine Taylor Jones. Walter worked at Ceramo in Jackson 19 years, Southeast Missouri State University 12 years, Fischer's Market 10 years and at Kohl's...

Wilma Mabel Myers, 91, formerly of Jackson, died Sunday, Aug. 18, 2013, in skilled nursing at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. She was born May 3, 1922, at Old Appleton, daughter of Edward James and Nora M. Weisbrod Biri. She and Willard D. "Bill" Myers were married Sept. 25, 1940, at Benton, Mo...

ORAN, Mo. -- Sherma Brashear, 97, of Oran passed away Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2013, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau. She was born July 28, 1916, in Morley, Mo., to John Edward Braxton and Minnie Bell Stanley Nation. Sherma was a member of First Baptist Church in Oran...

Billy J. Luttrell, 78, of Millersville passed away Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at his home. He was born Sept. 19, 1934, in Jackson, Miss., son of John and Edith Duty Luttrell. He and Patsy Criddle were married Dec. 25, 1954. She passed away April 30, 2008...

James F. Wulfers, 93, of Cape Girardeau died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2013, at Auburn Creek Assisted Living. He was born March 16, 1920, in Cape Girardeau, to Edward and Clotilda Seib Wulfers. He and Alene Pauline Dohogne were married April 7, 1947, at St. Mary's Cathedral in Cape Girardeau. She preceded him in death Oct. 27, 2001...

MORLEY, Mo. -- Robert "Bob" Mouser, 84, of Morley passed away Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2013, at Chaffee Nursing Center in Chaffee, Mo. He was born Oct. 20, 1928, at Arbor to Edward Oliver and Clara Frances Dees Mouser. He and Velta Roberts White were married Feb. 16, 1963...

Janie Muckleroy Wright, 92, of St. Louis died Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2013. at her home. She was born Nov. 13, 1920, in Nacogdoches, Texas. Mrs. Wright was an educator 50 years. She retired from Southeast Missouri State University in 1991 at age 70. She was a teacher and librarian in Texas and Missouri. Following retirement she moved to St. Louis in 1999 to assist in family rental properties. She enjoyed meeting and helping people. Her mantra was "What can I do for you, friend?"...

Donald Albert Karwick, 91, of Caruthersville, Mo., passed away Monday, Aug. 19, 2013, at the Lutheran Home in Cape Girardeau. He was born March 11, 1922, in New York, N.Y., to Albert Charles and Helen Geiger Karwick. He and Jessie Ruth Sides were married Aug. 8, 1943, in Caruthersville. She preceded him in death June 2, 2007...

Charles Ray Werner, 83, of Cape Girardeau died Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2013, at the Missouri Veterans Home. Arrangements are incomplete at Ford and Sons Funeral Home.

Son to Ronnie and Danielle Marie Wilkerson Jr. of Advance, Mo., Saint Francis Medical Center, 5:53 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2013. Name, Brantly Wayne. Weight, 8 pounds. Second son. Mrs. Wilkerson is the former Danielle Reynolds, daughter of Bruce and Tammy Reynolds of Richland, Mo. Wilkerson is the son of Ron and Lisa Wilkerson of Advance. He is employed on the railroad...

Dorothy M. Scheper, 82, of Jackson passed away Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2013, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday in the chapel of McCombs Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Jackson. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Sam Roethemeyer officiating. Burial will be in Russell Heights Cemetery in Jackson...

The Cape Girardeau Police Department released the following items. Arrests do not imply guilt. Arrests Assaults Thefts Miscellaneous...

Cape Girardeau County Commission Administrative Office Building 1 Barton Square, Jackson 9 a.m. today Open session 1 Barton Square, Jackson, Mo...

An Alexandria, Va., woman was found guilty Wednesday at the Rush Hudson Limbaugh Sr. U.S. Courthouse in Cape Girardeau for her role in a credit card skimming operation. According to a news release issued by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Missouri, Lisa D. Paige, 43, was convicted of one felony count of using a counterfeit credit card device and one felony count of possession of 15 or more counterfeit access devices...

BENTON, Mo. -- Scott County commissioners discussed during their regular meeting Tuesday asking voters once again to approve a use tax on vehicles purchased outside the state. Commissioners said the county is again receiving money thanks to a bill signed by Gov. Jay Nixon in July that reinstated local vehicle taxes for the time being...

LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com Excavation work continues Wednesday on the expansion of Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus in Cape Girardeau. ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- To see the future of Dollywood, you need to borrow the vision of its chief imaginer, Dolly Parton. In the near future, Parton sees a resort hotel lobby with a three-story window that frames Mount LeConte -- one of the tallest peaks in the Smoky Mountains. Guests will be able to book a grand suite in the hotel that the entertainer uses when she stays in the Pigeon Forge theme park that bears her name...

BEIRUT -- The images showed lifeless children -- wrapped in simple white cloths, their pale faces unmarked by any wound -- lined up shoulder to shoulder in a vivid demonstration of an attack Wednesday in which activists say the Syrian regime killed at least 130 people with toxic gas...

CAIRO -- Egypt's prime minister has ordered that ex-president Hosni Mubarak be placed under house arrest when he's released from prison following more than two years in detention. Prime Minister Hazem el-Beblawi said in a statement Wednesday that he ordered Mubarak put under house arrest as part of the emergency measures put in place this month...

POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. -- Poplar Bluff City Council members voted 6-0 on Tuesday night to give city manager Doug Bagby a vote of confidence in response to allegations made a day earlier by Councilwoman Angela Pearson...

FORT HOOD, Texas -- American soldiers deploying overseas to "engage in an illegal war" provoked the deadly shooting rampage at Fort Hood in 2009, the soldier accused in the attack said Wednesday after refusing to mount a defense during his trial...

Interstate 55 reduced for pavement work Southbound Interstate 55 in Scott County, from Highway 77 to the Interstate 57 interchange, will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction as contractor crews resurface the pavement. The work will be done from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sept. 4 to Oct. 5...

O Lord Jesus, give us wisdom that we may help others and glorify you. Amen.

Strickland participates in Missouri Boys State Caleb Strickland, a senior at Cape Central High School, participated in the American Legion Boys State of Missouri in June at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo. Strickland was selected for Boys State based on his leadership, citizenship, academics and character during his junior year at Cape Central. Strickland, son of Mark and Lori Strickland, was sponsored at Boys State by Cape Girardeau Evening Optimist Club 30085...

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The Southeast Missouri State cross country squads have been picked to finish among the top five in the 12-team Ohio Valley Conference. Southeast's men were tabbed fourth and the women fifth in Wednesday's OVC preseason poll voted on by the league's coaches...

ST. LOUIS (AP) - Mike Shannon, the former St. Louis Cardinals third baseman who has been a popular radio broadcaster for the team for more than 40 years, is recovering after heart surgery. The Cardinals said Wednesday that Shannon, 74, is resting comfortably and is expected to make a full recovery. He had surgery Monday to replace his aorta valve. The team said the surgery had been planned for some time...

LAURA SIMON ~ lsimon@semissourian.com The full moon begins its descent to the west as dawn breaksWednesday in Cape Girardeau. Tuesday night's moon was a seasonal blue moon, which means the third of four full moons in a season. This phenomenon has not happened in nearly three years. ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- A Kansas artist whose bronze sculptures are on display in the nation's capital and at historical monuments around the country has died. He was 72. Jim Brothers died Tuesday at his home in Lawrence. A funeral director at Warren McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence says Brothers had been receiving hospice care...

YORBA LINDA, Calif. (AP) -- In the hours after President Richard Nixon delivered his first major national address about Watergate, two future presidents called him to express their private support, according to audio recordings released Wednesday...

It's something we use at the bowling alley, but have you ever considered using a bowling ball for an experiment that will encourage you to trust science. Materials Instructions STEP 1: Securely attach the string to the bowling ball. STEP 2: Securely attached the string, with the bowling ball, to the ceiling...

Southeast Missouri State University begins fall semester classes with electrical power to all campus buildings; officials don't anticipate any major problems as a result of an electric generation snag that developed last week. Work on the first phase of the Independence Street project is nearing completion and planning continues for another street project: Construction of an access street to the Schnucks/K Mart commercial area...