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updated: Tue Jul 01, 2008 09:01 pm

Memphis News

Local news for Memphis, MO continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.

Tuesday Jul 1 | KTVO

Memphis unveils new city hall

Memphis, Missouri unveiled its new city hall on Monday. Bob and Rennetta Rockhold donated the city hall and legally transferred it over to the city along with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Wed Jun 11, 2008

KHQA-TV Quincy

Arrest made in Scotland County Murder

A 21 year old Memphis Missouri man is behind bars tonight for the shooting death of a Wyaconda, Missouri man.

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Related Topix: Violent Crime, Wyaconda, MO

Fri Apr 25, 2008

KTVO

Woman arrested for child endangerment

A Memphis, Missouri woman was arrested after police say she hit a baby on the head, fracturing the baby's skull. via KTVO

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Sat Apr 12, 2008

Southeast Missourian

Bond promises Dutchtown aid

“Jo Ann and I will fight for funding.”

Sen. Kit Bond was greeted by Cape Girardeau Mayor Jay Knudtson and Tom Schulte as he left the helicopter following an aerial tour of flooded areas Friday. via Southeast Missourian

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Related Topix: Dutchtown, MO, Cape Girardeau County, MO, Cape Girardeau, MO

Wed Apr 02, 2008

Suntimes News

Multimodal transportation hearing slated for Cape

“The most recent national highway act mandated a study of the multimodal transportation assets and needs in this region”

The Delta Regional Authority will continue its second round of public meetings to discuss multimodal transportation in the region with sessions next week in Cape Girardeau, Mo., and Mayfield, Ky. via Suntimes News

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Thu Dec 06, 2007

KTVO Kirksville

Ambulance struggles

“The result of that have been a decrease in our transfers, and a decrease in our ability to provide advanced services at times, which is highly critical”

Help is wanted at area ambulance districts that are struggling to find personnel. via KTVO Kirksville

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Mon Dec 03, 2007

KTVO Kirksville

Rural development funding

“We could have some positive results from it, see if it would enhance not just growth now, but future growth or potential opportunity of bringing future business or future plans for educational opportunities or anything like that”

Northeast Missouri's rural communities got a major funding boost for economic development. via KTVO Kirksville

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Thu Nov 29, 2007

Golden Triangle Media.com

The perfect season: Washington's Matt Greiner wins three track championships

“Winning is my favorite part of racing”

Washington's Matt Greiner won 14 races, captured three track championships and finished third in national points in his outlaw stock car this season. via Golden Triangle Media.com

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Mon Nov 26, 2007

STLtoday

4 elderly killed, 1 hurt in Shelby County wreck

Four elderly people were killed and a fifth seriously injured in a two-car crash in northeastern Missouri, Sunday afternoon, according to the Missouri Highway Patrol. via STLtoday

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Related Topix: Macon, MO

Thu Nov 22, 2007

Ogden Reporter

Donald Alexander

Funeral services for Donald Alexander, 61, St. Charles, Mo., were Saturday, Nov. via Ogden Reporter

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Related Topix: St. Charles, MO, Agriculture, Science

Fri Nov 09, 2007

KTVO Kirksville

Students observe Veterans Day

“Why I Am an American Patriot. "I'm a patriot because I really enjoy showing respect for soldiers fighting in the war because it means so much that they're over there fighting for us”

Some of the Heartland's youngest Americans observed Veterans Day a bit early Friday. via KTVO Kirksville

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Related Topix: Scotland County, MO, Kids, Family

Fri Oct 19, 2007

St. Louis American Newspaper

The Rock's faith in rebuilding church is solid

“There will be a mix of race, culture and a combination of denominations.”

"Gospel Fest 2007," a fundraiser to help restore the fire-damaged roof of St. Alphonsus Liguori "Rock" Church, will be held Sunday, Oct. via St. Louis American Newspaper

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Related Topix: Roman Catholic Church, Religion, St. Louis, MO, Entertainment

Wed Oct 10, 2007

KTVO Kirksville

Senator Bond in the heartland

“We need S-Chip. I understand the house is going to sustain the veto. If they do, we need to come back with a more modest program by providing the assistance we need.”

Missouri Senator Kit Bond made a few special appearances in the heartland on Wednesday. via KTVO Kirksville

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Related Topix: Christopher Bond, US News, US Senate, Republican

Sat Oct 06, 2007

Springfield News Leader

St. Paul appoints Tarrant as new organist

St. Paul United Methodist Church has appointed Jim Tarrant as the new worship organist and Chancel Choir accompanist. via Springfield News Leader

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Fri Oct 05, 2007

KTVO Kirksville

Scotland Co. tornado

“What did you think when you found out that a tornado had come through this area and there was never a warning issued?”

Earlier this week, we brought you extensive coverage of the tornado and severe storms that left behind damage in northeast Missouri. via KTVO Kirksville

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Related Topix: Weather, Scotland County, MO

Wed Oct 03, 2007

KSHB-TV Kansas City

Storm, possibly from tornado, damages parts of Palmyra

“We've been extremely lucky we had no injuries at all”

A strong storm ripped through parts of northeast Missouri on Tuesday, damaging several communities, including the downtown area of Palmyra. via KSHB-TV Kansas City

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Related Topix: Weather, Scotland County, MO

TheHawaiiChannel

Possible Tornado Reported In Monroe County

ST. LOUIS -- The National Weather Service said there were reports of damage and a possible tornado Tuesday afternoon in northeast Missouri's Monroe County. via TheHawaiiChannel

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Related Topix: Monroe County, MO, Shelbina, MO

Thu Sep 27, 2007

KTVO Kirksville

This straw house is wolf proof

“We've got about 16 inches of wall when we get it finished. We start out with a 14 inch-wide bale, add the lime plaster to it on each side and you've got about 16 inches”

It's not often a news story is pulled straight from a fairy tale. But believe it or not, Memphis Missouri is about to have a house made of straw. via KTVO Kirksville

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Related Topix: Missouri, Alternative, Edina, MO

Sun Sep 23, 2007

MaxPreps

Missouri High School Football - Memphis beaten by North Shelby

North Shelby Raiders fans left the game satisfied Friday as they observed their football team run past the visiting Memphis Tigers , 48-26 in a league test. via MaxPreps

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Related Topix: Shelbyville, MO, High School Sports - Tri-Rivers League

Fri Sep 21, 2007

KHQA-TV Quincy

Scotland Co. wants clock ticking again

The Scotland County courthouse in Memphis is home to a piece of Missouri history. via KHQA-TV Quincy

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