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16-Year-Old Girl Found Safe in Bollinger County

Bollinger Co., Mo. (KFMO) - A 16-year-old girl was found safe Monday morning following a search in Bollinger County. The Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office reports Ella Lovell was found safe Monday morning after authorities say she walked away from her home in the area of Highway O and State Highway 72.

Bollinger County, MO · 2d
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Zalma R-V School District closes for three days due to widespread illness

ZALMA, Mo. (KBSI) – The Zalma R-V School District will close for three days this week due to widespread illness. According to a district announcement, schools will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Friday, Nov. 13. Thursday and Friday will be designated as alternative methods of instruction (AMI) days,...

Zalma, MO · 1d
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CCC introducing new program in 5 southeast Mo. counties

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - The Community Counseling Center (CCC) is introducing a new program that will serve Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry and Ste. Genevieve Counties. The Early Diversion program will help people facing mental health challenges get treatment and support before an arrest or being booked into...

Madison County, MO · 6h
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On this day in 1899: 761 turkeys marched from Oak Ridge to Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - On this day, 127 years ago, a group marched 761 turkeys from Oak Ridge to Cape Girardeau. A photo in the archives shows people gathered to watch as the turkeys are marched down the Mississippi River waterfront. According to the Missouri State Archives, on...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d
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Missouri Man Takes 100-MPH Detour To Arkansas, Forgets To Leave His Gun Behind

Police Lights (TFP) A Missouri man who decided a routine traffic stop was simply not...

Kennett, MO · 1d

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Ameren plans three more Missouri battery plants

Utility company Ameren has received the green light to add a new-to-Missouri type of infrastructure to the electric grid: batteries. The utility is expanding energy storage in the state. It is currently building its first battery facility in Missouri and recently received approval from state regulators for three more. Last...

Missouri · 15h

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Cape Girardeau hemp shop to close as new Missouri law takes effect

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - A Cape Girardeau hemp shop is preparing to close its doors as a new Missouri law changes where many hemp-derived THC products can be sold. The law takes effect Thursday, November 12. The new law gives the state’s regulated marijuana system authority over many...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1h

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Arkansas man seriously injured in crash involving dump truck on I-55 in New Madrid County

NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) – A 47-year-old Arkansas man was seriously injured Tuesday, Nov. 10, in a two-vehicle crash involving a dump truck on Interstate 55 in New Madrid County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 9:55 a.m. on southbound I-55, about...

New Madrid County, MO · 9h

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Sunny’s Cafe coming to downtown Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A new coffee shop is coming to downtown Cape Girardeau and is currently hiring employees. Sunny’s Cafe will be located at 338 Broadway St., Suite 102, inside the Marquette Tower. The space was previously occupied by Ground-A-Bout, which closed all four of its...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 7h

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MISSOURI HERO: After Two Tours In Iraq, This Veteran Gave His Life Protecting Missourians

Officer Henry Franklin served two tours in Iraq, but it was back home serving his community of Sikeston, Mo., where Franklin lost his life in the line of duty. This fall, Franklin was posthumously awarded Missouri's Red, White, and Blue Heart Award by Governor Mike Kehoe. The Red, White and Blue Heart Award is conferred upon first Missouri responders seriously injured or killed in the line of duty.

Sikeston, MO · 10h

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Ezekiel’s Closet moves to larger building to support foster families

DEXTER, Mo. (Heartland News) — Ezekiel’s Closet has a new, larger home in downtown Dexter, giving the nonprofit more room to provide free clothing and other necessities to foster families across southeast Missouri. The new storefront at 38 E. Stoddard Street looks much like a typical shop, with...

Dexter, MO · 2d

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Wednesday Evening Storm Chance, Another Small Chance Thursday

An evening round of showers and thunderstorms could bring one to two strong to severe storms along the eastern edge of the viewing area. A Marginal Risk (Level 1 out of 5) of severe weather is in place for a handful of counties in western Kentucky and eastern Illinois. Large hail and damaging winds are the main concerns in the strongest storms, though a brief spin-up cannot be ruled out either.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 4h

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Former North Pemiscot School District employee pleads guilty to stealing more than $1.46M

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — A former North Pemiscot County R-1 School District employee pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to three counts of bank fraud, admitting she embezzled more than $1.46 million from the district. According to the office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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November Programs at Cape Nature Center Announced

CAPE GIRARDEAU — The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to participate in several free nature-themed activities throughout November at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center and other locations in southeast Missouri. Upcoming programs include opportunities to learn about prehistoric fish, explore nature trails and practice hunting skills...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 19h

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Cape Girardeau Prepares for More Road Work and Street Improvements

The City of Cape Girardeau boasts plenty of fun activities, a lively downtown, and multiple subdivisions, but all of that traffic can cause more stress on the roadways. While it might cause more delays and longer travel times, the City of Cape Girardeau is planning more construction projects and improvements to the roads around town.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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Cape Girardeau Police Department plans to expand drone program in 2027

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Police Department plans to expand its drone program in 2027 as officials address community questions about how the technology is used and what it means for residents’ privacy. The department currently operates one drone as a first responder, allowing officers...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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Scopus Renewable Energy donated $8,000 to Heartland organizations

BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo. (Heartland News) - Scopus Renewable Energy project team members say $8,000 in grant funding will be split between three Heartland organizations. The funding was awarded to Beehive Academy, Marble Hill Police Department, and Cape County 4-H Jr. Leaders. Beehive Academy will use their portion of the grant...

Marble Hill, MO · 2d

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Kaelee Karcher voted SEMO’s 2026 Woman of the Year

As the community came together for SEMO’s homecoming celebration, student leaders were recognized through the annual Man and Woman of the Year competition. This year, the SEMO student body voted Kaelee Karcher as the 2026 Woman of the Year. For the senior business administration major, this honor was not one that she expected.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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Red Cross urges blood donations ahead of holidays, offers Wheel of Fortune giveaway

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The American Red Cross is encouraging residents across Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois to donate blood or platelets ahead of the holiday season, when busy schedules can make it more difficult to maintain a steady blood supply. In a news release Wednesday, Nov. 11,...

Missouri · 9h

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Missouri poet laureate Justin Hamm visits Cape Girardeau

Missouri Poet Laureate Justin Hamm gave a free public poetry reading on Oct. 29 at Catapult Creative House in Cape Girardeau. Following the reading was a Q&A and book signing. Photo by Jay Forness. Missouri Poet Laureate Justin Hamm visited Southeast Missouri State University for a public poetry reading on...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 11h