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Former restaurant owner faces federal charges
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A former Cape Girardeau restaurant and food truck owner is facing several federal charges. Shawn Stockard Sr. is former owner of Broussard’s restaurant in downtown Cape Girardeau and owner of food truck Stockard’s Cajun Shack and More. According to documents if convicted...
Leveling the playing field: SJSD hopes to upgrade to turf
If a $20 million bond issue passes Tuesday, grass may be greener for local student-athletes — artificially. Voters have the opportunity to bring artificial turf fields to Benton, Central and Lafayette high schools as part of a bond issue on the ballot on Tuesday, April 2.
Charleston man sentenced to 8 years in federal prison for selling fentanyl
U.S. Attorney Sayler A. Fleming announced that a man from Charleston, Missouri was sentenced to eight years in prison for the offense of distribution of fentanyl. Kyrron Haynes, 29, appeared Monday before U.S. District Judge Audrey G. Fleissig at the federal courthouse in Cape Girardeau. At his guilty plea hearing...
Cape Central soccer cruises by Poplar Bluff
A pair of SEMO Conference foes clashed on Thursday evening at Cape Central High School. Ultimately, the Cape Central Tigers prevailed with a 3-0 win over the Poplar Bluff Mules, getting them back on the winning side of the rivalry after a loss a season ago. “I think it was...
Charleston School Dist. Superintendent discusses recent school shooting
CHARLESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - A shooting on the Charleston High School grounds, prompted the school’s superintendent to announce a two-day shutdown of the district. We met with Superintendent Jamarcus Williams on Wednesday, as he spent the day talking with staff members about safety all while students stayed home. He...
Missourian Diamond Roundup, Mar. 27: Kelly baseball rallies back at Saxony
It was a busy Wednesday in the Southeast Missourian newspaper coverage area, specifically for Kelly as the Hawks baseball team knocked off Saxony Lutheran. The Hawks (2-3) ended a two-game skid with a big win over the streaking Crusaders (3-3) on Wednesday. Going on the road, the Hawks went north...
New living spaces, development coming to downtown Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – It is a renaissance of revitalization happening in downtown Cape Girardeau. From historic building renovations, brand new living spaces, to dozens of jobs — Old Town Cape Inc. Executive Director Liz Haynes says it’s a great time to be downtown. A big...
Traffic stop leads to police finding methamphetamine in downtown Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI)- On March 26, 2023, at about 12:40pm an officer conducted a traffic stop in the 200-Block of N. Lorimier for a traffic violation. During the course of the investigation, the officer identified the driver as Joseph Salmon, 39, of Malden and the passenger as Devon Davis, 28, of Sikeston.
Enjoy ‘Breakfast with the Bunnies’ Easter weekend
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Something fun will hop into Cape Girardeau this Easter weekend. Discovery Playhouse in downtown Cape Girardeau will host “Breakfast with the Bunnies” on Saturday, March 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event lets children and families enjoy food, see the Easter...
Cape Girardeau voters to decide real estate, property tax levy for police, firefighter salaries
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A big question before voters in Cape Girardeau, one that could determine whether or not police officers and firefighters see a raise of at least 8% raise. On the April 2 ballot, voters will vote on a real estate and property tax levy dedicated...
Businesses in Cape Giradeau seeing rise in thefts
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Businesses in downtown Cape Girardeau are facing a problem with sneaky shoplifters. And now some are taking extra measures to crack down on the issue. ”It kind of hits home a little bit because not only are they taking away money from the store, but...
SIU tests out telescopes ahead of eclipse
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - You may be gearing up to watch the eclipse from Carbondale or Cape Girardeau, but behind the scenes, scientists across the nation are preparing to watch it up close and personal--and track it every step of the way. SIU Carbondale’s campus is one of 82 places...
New safety measures to be implemented after gun fired at Charleston High School Athletic Complex
CHARLESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – The superintendent of the Charleston R-I School District announces new safety measures for the remainder of the Spring 2024 semester after a student brought a firearm to school and it fired. Superintendent Jamarcus Williams and other district leaders spent the past 24 hours responding to...
Deputy Sheriff recognized for 20 years of service
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI)- It was a fun day student and staff at Nell Holcomb School. Student Resource Officer Deputy VanGennip was recognized at a schoolwide assembly for her 20 years as a Deputy Sheriff. Sheriff Dickerson also presented VanGennip with a promotion from Corporal to Sergeant. Directly after being...
Woman speaks about falling victim to recent car break-in
CAPE GIRARDEAU Mo. (KBSI) – “It’s horrible. It makes me nervous. It really amps up my anxiety and paranoia.”. Madeline Bryant says it was a Sunday night like any other, when she arrived to an establishment to take her friend home. She believed her car would be fine for a few minutes while she went inside.
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