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Larry Jones, a former principal of Parkade Elementary School, entertains third-graders by performing a magic trick yesterday in a classroom. Faculty and staff at the school, at 111 Parkade Blvd., were celebrating its 50th anniversary. Read the Article

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By T.J. GREANEY of the Tribune’s staff
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Palin plans rally at state Capitol
By JASON ROSENBAUM of the Tribune’s staff
In the latest example of the intense political focus on Missouri, Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin will hold a rally Monday in Jefferson City.

County sex offenders told to curtail Halloween activities
By JOE MEYER of the Tribune’s staff
A new state law placing Halloween night restrictions on registered sex offenders could be hard to enforce, a Boone County sheriff’s detective said, and deputies had no special enforcement of the law last night.

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Parkade’s golden year
By JANESE HEAVIN of the Tribune’s staff
Donning poodle skirts and leather jackets, Parkade Elementary School students yesterday celebrated the school’s golden anniversary.

Disputed costs at issue as race nears finish line
By TERRY GANEY of the Tribune’s staff
With three days remaining before Election Day, Missouri’s two major-party candidates for governor are exchanging claims over how much their opponent’s proposals would cost if implemented.

Timing of rules vote by FCC draws bipartisan criticism
By JORDAN RAUBOLT of the Tribune’s staff
U.S. Sens. Kit Bond and Claire McCaskill as well as Rep. Kenny Hulshof are among more than 100 members of Congress urging the head of the Federal Communications Commission to delay a vote set for Tuesday on a proposal to overhaul telecommunications regulations.

Sikeston murder case nets life without parole
By JOE MEYER of the Tribune’s staff
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