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Small-town outcry grows after ICE detains mother of three, sparking hope for national spotlight - home hero image
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Small-town outcry grows after ICE detains mother of three, sparking hope for nat...Small-town outcry grows after ICE detains mother of three, sparking hope for national spotlightA small Missouri town rallies for Carol Mayorga, a beloved mother of three detained by ICE, as her story gains regional and national attention and sparks debate over local immigration enforcement.
Kennett Indians punch ticket to Final Four after 6-4 win over Clearwater
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Kennett Indians punch ticket to Final Four after 6-4 win over ClearwaterThe Kennett Indians clinched a Final Four spot with a tense 6-4 win over Clearwater, setting up a rematch with Diamond in the state semifinals after last year’s runner-up finish.
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How Kennett Police pay tribute to missing and fallen soldiers—every symbol explained
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How Kennett Police pay tribute to missing and fallen soldiers—every symbol explainedKennett Police honor missing and fallen soldiers with a symbolic memorial table, where each item—from a white tablecloth to a lemon slice—carries deep meaning in remembrance of their sacrifice.
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Killer Whales start strong: Kennett swim team welcomes new season and prepares for first big meet
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Killer Whales start strong: Kennett swim team welcomes new season and prepares for first big meetThe Kennett Killer Whales Swim Club kicks off the season with 175 swimmers, gearing up for their first meet on May 31 and two home meets in June at the Sheryl Crow Aquatic Center.
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Cooter Wildcats upsets top-seeded Risco in 10 innings for district title
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Cooter Wildcats upsets top-seeded Risco in 10 innings for district titleCooter Wildcats stun top-seeded Risco 6-4 in a 10-inning thriller to claim the district title and secure a return to the Class 1 State tournament after missing out last season.
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Kennett schools approve summer programs, scholarships, and new policies at board meeting
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Kennett schools approve summer programs, scholarships, and new policies at board meeting Kennett School Board approved summer programs, scholarships, property sale, and new policies at its latest meeting, while reviewing enrollment declines and financial updates for the district.
Caruthersville collapses defensively late in C3D1 semi L to Twin Rivers
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Caruthersville collapses defensively late in C3D1 semi L to Twin RiversCaruthersville and Twin Rivers came into Monday’s MSHSAA Class 3 District 1 Baseball Tournament semifinal at Malden with successful momentum carrying their teams, as each had won three straight games to close their regular seasons.
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Kennett Fire Dept. hosts R clinic for Palma Academy staff
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Kennett Fire Dept. hosts R clinic for Palma Academy staff Kennett Fire Dept. Assistant Chief Tyler Roberts led a R clinic for over a dozen Palma Academy staff, focusing on life-saving skills at the department’s istration building.
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Family Counseling Center employees hit the streets to spotlight strength in every mental health journey
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Family Counseling Center employees hit the streets to spotlight strength in every mental health journey
Missouri tornado exposes high rates of uninsured homes and renters in hardest-hit St. Louis zip codes
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Missouri tornado exposes high rates of uninsured homes and renters in hardest-hit St. Louis zip codes
Kennett Kiwanis Club brings sports, camps, and community spirit to over 800 area kids
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Kennett Kiwanis Club brings sports, camps, and community spirit to over 800 area kids
Bootheel Regional Community Foundation leads relief efforts for Scott County tornado victims
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Bootheel Regional Community Foundation leads relief efforts for Scott County tornado victims
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Kennett Indians fall short in District finals after upset win over top-seeded Dexter
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Kennett Indians fall short in District finals after upset wi...
Kennett’s baseball season ended with a 6-2 loss to Fredericktown in the District finals after an upset over top-seeded Dexter, finishing the year with a 13-16 record.
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Kennett Fire Dept. hosts R clinic for Palma Academy staff
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Kennett Fire Dept. hosts R clinic for Palma Academy staff
Killer Whales start strong: Kennett swim team welcomes new season and prepares for first big meet
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Killer Whales start strong: Kennett swim team welcomes new season and prepares for first big meet
Rezoning of Twin Rivers Regional Medical Center tabled amid concerns over incomplete proposals
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Rezoning of Twin Rivers Regional Medical Center tabled amid concerns over incomplete proposals
Small-town outcry grows after ICE detains mother of three, sparking hope for national spotlight
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Small-town outcry grows after ICE detains mother of three, sparking hope for national spotlight
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Kennett prepares for Memorial Day as city workers install American flags in town
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Kennett prepares for Memorial Day as city workers install American flags in town
BREAKING: Kennett vs Clearwater State Softball Playoffs postponed in fourth inning due to storms
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BREAKING: Kennett vs Clearwater State Softball Playoffs postponed in fourth inning due to storms
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Blake Nash's walk-off single lifts Bernie to Class 2 District 1 title
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Blake Nash's walk-off single lifts Bernie to Class 2 District 1 title
South Pemiscot clinches first-ever District Softball title
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South Pemiscot clinches first-ever District Softball title
Riley Plunkett to Three Rivers College cheer team
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Riley Plunkett to Three Rivers College cheer team
Kennett’s Sacory Ray Signs to Play College Football at Culver-Stockton
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Kennett’s Sacory Ray Signs to Play College Football at Culver-Stockton
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