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Jannette Ridgeway - Radio7Media

Jannette “Janet”  Ridgeway, age 80, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Thursday, June 05, 2025, at her residence.  She was a native of New Madrid, MO, retired secretary from Jennings Farm, Inc., worked for Dr. Henry Thomas and Crockett Hospital for several years.  She was a member of Coleman Memorial United Methodist Church.  Mrs. Ridgeway served her country in the Women’s Army Corps. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Speakman; her m…Read Article

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Bridge Deck Sealing on Hwy 62 in New Madrid County

Sikeston―Route 62 in New Madrid County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform deck sealing. The work is scheduled for Thursday. One bridge is located between Route 25 and County Road 535 near Malden. Another is located between Route W and County Road 521 near Risco.Read Article

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Another case of measles confirmed in Missouri

(NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo.) Another case of measles has been confirmed in Missouri.New Madrid County · New Madrid CountyRead Article

Two Small Earthquakes Saturday in New Madrid County

Two small earthquakes were recorded Saturday in New Madrid County. The first happened around 2:30 a.m. southeast of Marston. It was a 2.4. A 2.6 magnitude quake happened just after 3 p.m. north of Howardville.Earthquake · New MadridRead Article

Portageville Fire Department responds to vacant house fire - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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PORTAGEVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — The Portageville Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire at the corner of 7th and Lesieur streets early Friday morning. Firefighters arrived on scene around 2:30 a.m. to find a single-story vacant home fully engulfed in flames. Crews worked to contain the fire and protect nearby exposures. Units remained on scene until around 6 a.m. Apparatus on scene included Engine 1, Ladder 10 and Tanker 15. …House Fire · PortagevilleRead Article

Traveling Vietnam Wall in New Madrid

An opening ceremony is this afternoon for the Vietnam Traveling Wall in New Madrid. VFW Commander Ricky Mann, Jr. says they will escort the Wall from Sikeston. The Wall is on display starting at 2 p.m. at 1102 Scott Street. [audio mp3="https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/739/2025/04/30041717/vietnam-wall-2.mp3"]New Madrid · New MadridRead Article

New Madrid Police Chief resigns, successor appointed - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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NEW MADRID, Mo., (KBSI) — The city’s police chief is resigning, citing family and personal reasons, and a new chief has been appointed. Outgoing Chief Shane Grissom thanked citizens for their trust and support during their tenure, which he described as one of the greatest honors of his life. Grissom will continue to serve as fire chief and part-time patrol officer, remaining committed to the city’s safety and well-being. The city has appointed J…New Madrid · New MadridSee the Story

Route E in New Madrid County Reduced for Pavement Repairs | Missouri Department of Transportation

Route E in New Madrid County Reduced for Pavement Repairs Visitor (not verified) Thu, 04/24/2025 - 11:40 SIKESTON—Route E in New Madrid County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.   This section of roadway is located from Route H near Canalou, Missouri to Route D near Lilbourn, Missouri.  Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, April 28 through Thursday, May 1 from 6 a.m. t…New Madrid · New MadridSee the Story

Body of missing Sikeston man recovered from St. John's Bayou - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Authorities have recovered the body of a man reported missing in February from St. John’s Bayou. The New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office received a report April 20 from a fisherman who spotted the body near County Highway 806. Deputies located the body and retrieved it with assistance from the Sikeston Department of Public Safety. An autopsy performed Monday identified the victim as Tim Hale, of Sikeston. Hale’s c…New Madrid County · New Madrid CountyRead Article

Gideon Man Arrested by the MSHP

A Gideon man was arrested after a standoff with law enforcement yesterday at a residence in Gideon. According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department, deputies attempted to arrest 45-year-old Jeremy Southard for outstanding felony arrest warrants. When deputies arrived at the residence and called Southard outside, he retreated into the residence and became noncommunicative. After multiple attempts, combined with information Southard may be…Gideon · GideonRead Article

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