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Writing well means never having to say, ‘I guess you had to be there.’

— Jef Mallett

Leader • June 25, 2019

Byrnes Mill cops help lovesick turtles

How did the turtle cross the road? In Byrnes Mill, with the help of the city’s Police Department. It’s mating season for turtles, so they are on the move, and since mid-May, Byrnes Mill Police have helped 26 of them cross the road safely.

What's it like to paddleboard in Forest Park?

When Joe and Cindy Lane arrived at Forest Park to paddleboard on Saturday morning, learning how to balance was first on the agenda.

Southeast Arrow • March 29, 2018

Bomb squad investigates suspicious backpack at River Campus

A pedestrian noticed a backpack with wires hanging out of it at the Band Annex on Morgan Oak Street, and reported it to the Cape Girardeau Police Department (CGPD) around 1 p.m. After investigation, the bomb squad reported the backpack all clear.

Southeast Arrow • January 29, 2018

'What about higher education?' enveloped Greitens' tax cut discussion

Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens says he is revolving his gubernatorial agenda around the basis of "common sense." Individuals in the higher education system, however, disagree.

St. Louis Magazine • July 25, 2017

Exercise with your dog through Zen and Zip Fitness

It’s hard to find time to exercise and bond with a furry friend. A new company, Zen and Zip Fitness, is here to help.

Leader Publications • April 15, 2018

ICYMI: Support continues to pour in for Ryan O’Connor

Arnold Police Chief Bob Shockey said he has been deeply moved by the outpouring of support from the community since Officer Ryan O’Connor was shot in the head on Dec. 5.

Southeast Arrow • October 9, 2017

Vargas highlights accomplishments and goals in State of the University address

During the annual State of the University address delivered Oct. 5, Southeast president Carlos Vargas focused the majority of his remarks on how Southeast is working to find $1.7 million to balance this year's budget.

Volunteer retirement offered for Southeast staff members

Since Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens announced state budget cuts in January, Southeast Missouri State University has been making changes to offset them.

Southeast Arrow • October 6, 2017

Sonia Rucker named new dean of students

Dr. Carlos Vargas revealed a shift in leadership roles during Thursday during his State of the University.