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Wastewater deal on Aug. 6 agenda
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By DAVID SILVERBERG Associate Editor A recommendation from the Municipal Utilities Advisory Board and staff to approve a settlement agreement with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for mandated wastewater treatment plant improvements was discussed during the Poplar Bluff City Council meeting Monday night...
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Rezoning OKed for Hampton Inn
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By DAVID SILVERBERG Associate Editor Rezoning of 2.3 acres for an 80-room, four-story Hampton Inn was approved by the Poplar Bluff City Council Monday night. Five tracts at 2618 and 2638 Parkdale St., 2420 and 2426 Crestwood Drive and 2629 Kingsland St. ...
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2 face trial in Austin murder
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By MICHELLE FRIEDRICH Associate Editor Two Qulin, Mo., men were ordered to stand trial Monday for their alleged roles in the 1999 murder of a woman whose remains were found scattered in a secluded area near Qulin. Johnny Austin, 44, and Henry "Marlin" Rice Jr., 41, appeared before Associate Circuit Judge David Swindle for preliminary hearings on the Class A felony of second-degree murder or in the alternative the Class A felony of first-degree murder after Butler County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Barbour filed new complaints with the court.. ...
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MSHP looks at triple fatality
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
DEXTER, Mo. -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol released the names today of three men killed as the result of a traffic accident early Monday morning near Dexter, Mo., after allegedly failing to stop for a Stoddard County Sheriff's Department deputy...
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Cape City Council OKs deer hunting
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By SCOTT MOYERS SEMO News Service Despite another round of impassioned pleas from opponents and less than unified support from within its own ranks, the Cape Girardeau City Council gave final approval Monday night to an ordinance that will allow urban deer hunting within the city limits starting this fall...
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MU board denies Becker's request
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By DAVID SILVERBERG Associate Editor Brian Becker's request for adjustments on his City Cable open access internet service bills was denied by the Municipal Utilities Advisory Board Monday afternoon. Bill Bach, general manager of Municipal Utilities, must submit a written ruling within five days to Becker, who is the owner of semo.net...
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N'ville tightens absence policy
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By DONNA FARLEY Staff Writer Neelyville School District will tighten attendance policies in the next school year and add more contact with parents in an effort to help students stay on track, according to information presented at Monday night's monthly meeting...
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2 face trial in Austin murder
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By MICHELLE FRIEDRICH Associate Editor Two Qulin, Mo., men were ordered to stand trial Monday for their alleged roles in the 1999 murder of a woman whose remains were found scattered in a secluded area near Qulin. Johnny Austin, 44, and Henry "Marlin" Rice Jr., 41, appeared before Associate Circuit Judge David Swindle for preliminary hearings on the Class A felony of second-degree murder or in the alternative the Class A felony of first-degree murder after Butler County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Barbour filed new complaints with the court.. ...
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Cape City Council OKs deer hunting
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By SCOTT MOYERS SEMO News Service Despite another round of impassioned pleas from opponents and less than unified support from within its own ranks, the Cape Girardeau City Council gave final approval Monday night to an ordinance that will allow urban deer hunting within the city limits starting this fall...
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MSHP looks at triple fatality
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
DEXTER, Mo. -- The Missouri State Highway Patrol released the names today of three men killed as the result of a traffic accident early Monday morning near Dexter, Mo., after allegedly failing to stop for a Stoddard County Sheriff's Department deputy...
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MU board denies Becker's request
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By DAVID SILVERBERG Associate Editor Brian Becker's request for adjustments on his City Cable open access internet service bills was denied by the Municipal Utilities Advisory Board Monday afternoon. Bill Bach, general manager of Municipal Utilities, must submit a written ruling within five days to Becker, who is the owner of semo.net...
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N'ville tightens absence policy
(Local News ~ 07/17/12)
By DONNA FARLEY Staff Writer Neelyville School District will tighten attendance policies in the next school year and add more contact with parents in an effort to help students stay on track, according to information presented at Monday night's monthly meeting...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Parks gets scholarship
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Bradley Parks of Fisk, Mo., a 2012 Twin Rivers High School graduate, has been awarded the Don Hilton Memorial Scholarship established in the memory of the late business Twin Rivers business teacher. While in high school, Parks was an active member of FFA-Future Farmers of America, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Senior Beta Club, Student of the Month and vice president of the Student Council. ...
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Butler Co. genealogy meeting
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
The Butler County Genealogy met Thursday, June 28, in the Altrusa Room at the Twin Towers. There were 22 members and guests present. President June Allen called the meeting to order. The secretary and treasurer gave their reports - both were approved. The Butler County Family History Book committee report was given...
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Johnson receives scholarship
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Rikki Johnson of Neelyville, Mo., has been awarded the 2012 Butler County Retired Teachers and School Personnel Scholarship. Her parents are Rick Johnson and Rhonda Uhl, both of Neelyville. Johnson is a 2012 graduate of Neelyville High School where she was an active member of the Senior Beta Club, Future Farmers of America (FFA) and STRIPES. She also played on the Neelyville High School Lady Tigers basketball team for four years. The student body elected her homecoming queen for 2012...
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The news is UN-believable
(Column ~ 07/17/12)
By OLIVER NORTH GEORGETOWN, S.C. -- Here in the Carolina Lowcountry, there are few things lower in the esteem of American citizens than the United Nations. While filling the tank of my SUV this morning, I noted the following about the pickup truck at the pump ahead of me: a South Carolina license plate, a U.S. ...
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Speak Out 7/17/12
(Opinion ~ 07/17/12)
Too hot to go to fair I'm calling about the article for the people who are doing fair that want the $2,000 Clinton Park overridden because they just break even. Did they ever think if they didn't have it on July 4th weekend when a lot of people are out of town and the elderly can't get around because of the heat and stuff and like if they switched it, say to September or October or November, they might break more than even? They could afford to pay the $2,000 if not more. ...
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Neva Bowman
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Neva Bowman MALDEN, Mo. -- Neva Jean Bowman, 80, of Campbell, Mo., died Monday, July 16, 2012, at Malden Nursing and Rehab in Malden, Mo. Mrs. Bowman was born Feb. 4, 1932, in Flint, Mich. She was of the General Baptist faith and had worked as a bank secretary...
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Reagan's ghost
(Column ~ 07/17/12)
By BILL O'REILLY The ghost of Ronald Reagan is about to haunt President Obama. If Mitt Romney has any political savvy at all, he will begin channeling the late president and introduce his ghost into the economic debate forthwith. Back in July of 1980, when Reagan was challenging President Jimmy Carter, the unemployment rate in America was 7.8 percent -- close to what it is now. ...
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Dale Fox
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Dale Fox ELLINGTON, Mo. -- Dale Fox, 82, of Ellington, Mo., died Monday, July 16, 2012, at his residence. Funeral arrangements are pending with McSpadden Funeral Home in Ellington, Mo.
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Vernon 3 shots back of lead at Mo. Stroke Play
(High School Sports ~ 07/17/12)
JEFFERSON CITY -- Carr Vernon shot an even-par 72 Monday in the opening round of the 15th annual Missouri Stroke Play Championships, tied for eighth and three shots off the lead. Nick Wilson of Columbia, Steve Groom of Raytown and Brad Nurski of St. Joseph tied for the lead at 3-under 69 while three more players were a shot back heading into today's second round at Jefferson Country Club...
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Dwight Beck
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Dwight Beck ELLINGTON, Mo. -- Dwight Beck, 47, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., died Tuesday, July 17, at his residence. Funeral arrangements are pending with McSpadden Funeral Home in Ellington, Mo.
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Dub Crossfield
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Dub Crossfield MALDEN, Mo. -- James "Dub" Crossfield, 77, of Clarkton, Mo., died Monday, July 16, 2012, at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Bradshaw Funeral Home in Malden.
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Letha Belle
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Letha Belle Tanner MALDEN, Mo. -- Letha Belle Tanner, 96, of Dexter, Mo., died Saturday, July 14, 2012, in the Golden Living Center in Dexter. Mrs. Tanner was born Aug. 12, 1915, in Tennessee. She has previously lived in Campbell, Mo., and was a member of the Pentecostal Church in Campbell...
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Rev. Doyle
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Rev. Doyle Corlew DEXTER, Mo. -- Rev. Doyle Corlew, 93, of Dexter, Mo., died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Crowley Ridge Care Center in Dexter. Mr. Corlew was born June 18, 1919, in Essex, Mo. He had lived in the Essex and Dexter areas all his life. He graduated from Oakland City General Baptist College and received a master's degree in education and counseling. ...
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Gary Fortner
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Gary Fortner DEXTER, Mo. -- Gary Alan Fortner, 69, died Wednesday, July 4, 2012. He was born on July 13, 1944 in Detroit, Mich. Mr. Fortner served in the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1968 and achieved the rating of Aviation Boatswain's mate Fuels Second Class Petty Officer, receiving multiple decorations including Vietnam Service and Campaign Medals, Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, and the Navy Unit Commendation Medal...
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Ursey Colbert
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Ursey Colbert CAMPBELL, Mo. -- Ursey J. Colbert, 76, of Campbell, Mo., died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at St. Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro, Ark. Mr. Colbert was born on Nov. 1, 1935, in Blytheville, Ark. He was a retired farmer. On April 12, 1955, he married Shelby Russom in Gibson, Mo. She survives...
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Jeff Lincoln
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Jeff Lincoln DEXTER, Mo. -- Jeff Lincoln, 51, of Leawood, Kan., died Friday, July 13, 2012, at Menorah Hospital in Overland Park, Kan. Mr. Lincoln was born on May 25, 1961 at Indianapolis, Ind. He was a resident of Dexter, Mo., from 1961 to 1982. He attended the Dexter School System and graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Health Service Management. ...
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Willie Stafford
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Willie Stafford DEXTER, Mo. -- Willie Stafford, 76, of Bloomfield, Mo. died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Golden Living Center in Bloomfield, Mo. Mr. Stafford was born on Dec. 24, 1935, in Sidney, Ark. He had lived in Essex, Mo. and Dexter, Mo. most of his life. He attended the Freewill Baptist Church in Malden, Mo. and was a retired construction worker...
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Lonnie Parson
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Lonnie Parson FREDERICKTOWN, Mo. -- Lonnie Dale Parson, 53, of Coldwater, Mo., died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at his home. Mr. Parson was born Oct. 14, 1958, in Poplar Bluff, Mo. He was a member of the White Hollow Baptist Church in Clubb, Mo. He was self-employed as a logger and had worked as a road grader operator for the Wayne County Road and Bridge Department. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and horseback riding...
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Robert Gary
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Robert Gary TUCSON, Ariz. -- Robert J. Gary, 70, died Friday, July 6, 2012, at his home surrounded by family. Mr. Gary was born July 10, 1941 in Doniphan, Mo., and spent most of his life in Tucson, Ariz. He worked as a journeyman welder, enjoyed his guitar, country music, and prospecting, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family...
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Bobby
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Bobby Mangrum Sr. Bobby Joe Mangrum Sr., 53, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at his home. Mr. Mangrum was born July 17, 1958, in Poplar Bluff. A lifelong resident of Poplar Bluff, he attended Grace Ministries here. He was also a member of American Legion Post 630 and worked for Sandy's Cab Company. He enjoyed fishing and playing pool. He loved the outdoors and playing horseshoes...
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Bobby Mangrum Sr.
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Bobby Mangrum Sr. -- Poplar Bluff, Mo. Rev. Doyle Corlew -- Dexter, Mo. Neva Bowman -- Campbell, Mo. Lonnie Parson -- Coldwater, Mo. Letha Belle Tanner -- Dexter, Mo. Raymond Duke Jr. -- Bloomfield, Mo. Robert Gary -- Tucson, Ariz. Willie Stafford -- Bloomfield, Mo...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Butler Co. genealogy meeting
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
The Butler County Genealogy met Thursday, June 28, in the Altrusa Room at the Twin Towers. There were 22 members and guests present. President June Allen called the meeting to order. The secretary and treasurer gave their reports - both were approved. The Butler County Family History Book committee report was given...
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Speak Out 7/17/12
(Opinion ~ 07/17/12)
Too hot to go to fair I'm calling about the article for the people who are doing fair that want the $2,000 Clinton Park overridden because they just break even. Did they ever think if they didn't have it on July 4th weekend when a lot of people are out of town and the elderly can't get around because of the heat and stuff and like if they switched it, say to September or October or November, they might break more than even? They could afford to pay the $2,000 if not more. ...
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Neva Bowman
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Neva Bowman MALDEN, Mo. -- Neva Jean Bowman, 80, of Campbell, Mo., died Monday, July 16, 2012, at Malden Nursing and Rehab in Malden, Mo. Mrs. Bowman was born Feb. 4, 1932, in Flint, Mich. She was of the General Baptist faith and had worked as a bank secretary...
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Reagan's ghost
(Column ~ 07/17/12)
By BILL O'REILLY The ghost of Ronald Reagan is about to haunt President Obama. If Mitt Romney has any political savvy at all, he will begin channeling the late president and introduce his ghost into the economic debate forthwith. Back in July of 1980, when Reagan was challenging President Jimmy Carter, the unemployment rate in America was 7.8 percent -- close to what it is now. ...
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The news is UN-believable
(Column ~ 07/17/12)
By OLIVER NORTH GEORGETOWN, S.C. -- Here in the Carolina Lowcountry, there are few things lower in the esteem of American citizens than the United Nations. While filling the tank of my SUV this morning, I noted the following about the pickup truck at the pump ahead of me: a South Carolina license plate, a U.S. ...
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Dale Fox
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Dale Fox ELLINGTON, Mo. -- Dale Fox, 82, of Ellington, Mo., died Monday, July 16, 2012, at his residence. Funeral arrangements are pending with McSpadden Funeral Home in Ellington, Mo.
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Dwight Beck
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Dwight Beck ELLINGTON, Mo. -- Dwight Beck, 47, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., died Tuesday, July 17, at his residence. Funeral arrangements are pending with McSpadden Funeral Home in Ellington, Mo.
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Vernon 3 shots back of lead at Mo. Stroke Play
(High School Sports ~ 07/17/12)
JEFFERSON CITY -- Carr Vernon shot an even-par 72 Monday in the opening round of the 15th annual Missouri Stroke Play Championships, tied for eighth and three shots off the lead. Nick Wilson of Columbia, Steve Groom of Raytown and Brad Nurski of St. Joseph tied for the lead at 3-under 69 while three more players were a shot back heading into today's second round at Jefferson Country Club...
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Rev. Doyle
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Rev. Doyle Corlew DEXTER, Mo. -- Rev. Doyle Corlew, 93, of Dexter, Mo., died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Crowley Ridge Care Center in Dexter. Mr. Corlew was born June 18, 1919, in Essex, Mo. He had lived in the Essex and Dexter areas all his life. He graduated from Oakland City General Baptist College and received a master's degree in education and counseling. ...
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Letha Belle
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Letha Belle Tanner MALDEN, Mo. -- Letha Belle Tanner, 96, of Dexter, Mo., died Saturday, July 14, 2012, in the Golden Living Center in Dexter. Mrs. Tanner was born Aug. 12, 1915, in Tennessee. She has previously lived in Campbell, Mo., and was a member of the Pentecostal Church in Campbell...
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Robert Gary
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Robert Gary TUCSON, Ariz. -- Robert J. Gary, 70, died Friday, July 6, 2012, at his home surrounded by family. Mr. Gary was born July 10, 1941 in Doniphan, Mo., and spent most of his life in Tucson, Ariz. He worked as a journeyman welder, enjoyed his guitar, country music, and prospecting, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family...
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Bobby
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Bobby Mangrum Sr. Bobby Joe Mangrum Sr., 53, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at his home. Mr. Mangrum was born July 17, 1958, in Poplar Bluff. A lifelong resident of Poplar Bluff, he attended Grace Ministries here. He was also a member of American Legion Post 630 and worked for Sandy's Cab Company. He enjoyed fishing and playing pool. He loved the outdoors and playing horseshoes...
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Gary Fortner
(Obituary ~ 07/17/12)
Gary Fortner DEXTER, Mo. -- Gary Alan Fortner, 69, died Wednesday, July 4, 2012. He was born on July 13, 1944 in Detroit, Mich. Mr. Fortner served in the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1968 and achieved the rating of Aviation Boatswain's mate Fuels Second Class Petty Officer, receiving multiple decorations including Vietnam Service and Campaign Medals, Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, and the Navy Unit Commendation Medal...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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Crops loss reports urged
(Community News ~ 07/17/12)
Producers are urged to report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent, this includes crops covered by crop insurance, the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crops without insurance coverage, said Aaron Sandlin, Butler County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) executive director...
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