Olive Branch fire saves woman by three good Samaritans
Two passers-by and a neighbor helped save Missie Holder from a house fire in Olive Branch after 6 a.m. Sunday. Marty Nicholson said two men returning from Cape Girardeau found Holder on the yard, entered the smoke-filled home to search for her child, and helped administer CPR until she recovered briefly. Holder is in a Cape Girardeau hospital. Authorities seek to identify the rescuers for commendation.
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Auto burglary in Carbondale steals phones and wallet
Aaron Volmer, 17, reports returning to his car at Lewis Park Apartments in Carbondale after entering an apartment at 800 E Grand Ave. about 8:30 PM Sunday. A female passenger also loses her phone and wallet from the vehicle. Total stolen value listed at $290.
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School board approves tentative budget in Johnston City
Johnston City school board approves a tentative budget showing revenues of 7.91 million and expenses of 8.01 million, a $97,494 shortfall. Superintendent John Metzger warns the plan relies on estimates amid concerns over enrollment declines and potential gaps in state funding for retirement health insurance for teachers.
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Five men sentenced in Franklin County cases
Franklin County State's Attorney Bill Richardson said five men faced prison terms after guilty pleas. Brandon Fitzpatrick, 21, of West City, received four years on two counts of felony forgery with concurrent terms and a $500 fine plus $3,728 restitution. William Mark Wallace, 34, of Lesser, got three years for probation violation tied to a prior burglary. Brandon J. Snyder, 35, of Marion, drew three years after pleading guilty to theft over $300. he led police on a West Frankfort chase while on probation. Charles E. Riley, 34, of Opdyke, received 18 months for felony DUI. Willie Jeffrey Jr., 41, of Herrin, pled guilty to one forgery count and was sentenced to six years with $2,205 restitution.
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Tax bills go out Thursday in Jackson County
Jackson County property tax bills will be mailed Thursday, nearly five months earlier than last year. The two due dates are Oct. 5 and Nov. 5, with Treasurer Shirley Booker noting the goal to give taxpayers maximum lead time before the first installment. The county faced last year’s reassessment delays and late township data, prompting a task force and staggered 12 hour shifts to print bills efficiently without extra cost.
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Shirley Booker
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Movie Showtimes Listing for American Pie 2 The Score The Others
The listing shows American Pie 2 with showtimes at 4 15, 7 00 and 9 30. The Score screened at 4 45 and 7 45. The Others for PG 13 runs 4 30 7 15 and 9 40.
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