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MOUNTAIN LION FOUND DEAD IN SOUTHERN ILLINOIS; IDNR INVESTIGATING

A young male mountain lion that had been roaming Southern Illinois for approximately two months has been found dead in Jackson County near the Union County line. According to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, a hunter discovered the animal’s remains and contacted conservation police. Conservation police officers and...

Jackson County, IL · 3d

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Budweiser Clydesdales coming to Southern Illinois for holiday appearances

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Southern Illinois this November, giving residents several opportunities to see the horses up close during the holiday season. The Clydesdales will be available for free stable viewing at the Pavilion in Marion on four dates:. – Tuesday, Nov....

Marion, IL · 4d

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Southern Illinois Hides 6 Restaurants Worth Driving Hours For Fried Chicken

Some of the best meals in Illinois come from places you would drive right past without a second look. A gravel lot, a plain sign, maybe a farmhouse porch, and then a plate of crackling, golden chicken that ruins every drive-thru for you. Southern Illinois is full of these quiet...

Illinois · 2d

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Former Pemiscot County School Employee Admits Embezzling

(Cape Girardeau, Mo.) A former employee of the North Pemiscot County R-1 School District is admitting embezzling $1.46 million from the district. 64 year old Tammy Louise Barnes,of Pemiscot County, pled guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau to three counts of bank fraud. Barnes admitted that between December 13th of 2018, and June 3rd of 2024, she transferred money from the district’s bank account to her own account in about 57 different electronic transactions. According to her plea she stole a total of $1,467,247.49. As an employee, Barnes had access to the district’s bank account in order to pay legitimate school expenses. The Missouri United School Insurance Council (MUSIC) covered $1 million of the loss. At sentencing, Barnes will be ordered to repay the money. She’ll first have to reimburse the district $467,247 and then repay the Insurance Council. Barnes is scheduled to be sentenced on February 18th. Each charge carries a potential penalty of up to 30 years in prison, a fine of up to $1 million, or both prison and a fine.

Pemiscot County, MO · 3d

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Johnston City shuts down Newton for spot in Elite 8

JOHNSTON CITY — After a bit of a shaky start, the Johnston City Indians settled in and took care of business in their 2A Round of 16 matchup, beating Newton 16-7. The Eagles scored a touchdown on their second play from scrimmage to take an early 7-0 lead over the top-seeded and unbeaten Indians.

Johnston City, IL · 2d

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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 · 3d

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Cape Girardeau bus shelter to be removed

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Cape Girardeau will have one less bus shelter this winter. The Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority plans to remove the bus shelter at the Town Plaza. Management says buses will stop there, but they’re removing the shelter due to “ongoing concerns surrounding the location.”...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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REND LAKE APPROACHES RECORD LOW WATER LEVEL AS DRY CONDITIONS CONTINUE

Rend Lake is approaching its lowest recorded water level in more than 50 years as continued dry conditions affect Southern Illinois. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the lake stood at 403.52 feet as of 4 p.m. Thursday placing it less than seven inches above its all-time record low. The lowest recorded level at Rend Lake was 402.95 feet in November 1974, when the lake was deliberately lowered to allow for bridge and causeway construction.

Southern Illinois, IL · 1d

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Centery-old dry cleaner in Carbondale to hold grand reopening ribbon-cutting

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) - Horstman’s Cleaners & Furriers and the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce will hold a grand reopening and ribbon-cutting for the dry cleaner on November 19. The century-old dry cleaner was temporarily closed after the owner experienced a medical injury and an equipment problem. They have...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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City of Carbondale Announces Change to Proposed STAR Bond District Public Hearing Schedule

CARBONDALE - The City of Carbondale announces that the public hearing previously scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2026, regarding the proposed University Mall STAR Bond District will not take place as originally scheduled.  It is postponed until Tuesday, December 8, 2026. . On November 17, the Carbondale City Council will...

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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Anna Veterans Day parade sees highest turn out in years

ANNA, Ill. — Nearly 90 organizations participated in this year's Veterans Day parade, with officials saying it was the largest turn out since the COVID-19 pandemic. High school bands from Metropolis to Cobden performed, with churches and business following up the rear end of the parade as veterans and residents watched along from the sidewalks.

Anna, IL · 3d

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Feeding Our Community returns to Carbondale’s Town Square Pavilion

Southern Illinois University Carbondale will once again host its annual Feeding Our Community event, offering a free meal to anyone who would like to attend. The event is organized by SIU's Office of Sustainability and Office of Student Engagement as part of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. Organizers say the goal is to bring students and community members together while raising awareness about hunger and homelessness in the region.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Warming centers, shelters in the Heartland 2026

(Heartland News) - Some warming centers in the Heartland are open as temperatures get much colder in the area. You can email us information about a warming center in your community at news@kfvs12.com. We’ll continue to update this list as learn of more. Missouri. Cape Girardeau County. The Cape...

Franklin County, IL · 1d

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Carbondale football ready for another road trip as Terriers prepare for first quarterfinal game since 1992

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- After a rocky past two seasons, winning three games in back-to-back years, Carbondale has rallied to win 10 games and counting in 2026, preparing to compete in the school's first quarterfinal game since 1992 as the Terriers will face Providence Catholic on the road in the 5A Playoffs Saturday afternoon.

Carbondale, IL · 2d

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Carbondale organizations face increased demand following warming center closure

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – The closure of Carbondale’s warming center is leaving a gap in services for people experiencing homelessness, and other community organizations are feeling the effects as more people turn to them for help. The Carbondale Warming Center closed Oct. 31 after officials said deteriorating conditions...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Some areas at Rend Lake to close during deer firearm season

BENTON, Ill. (Heartland News) - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake announced that several areas around Rend Lake will close during Illinois firearm deer hunting season. The closures are necessary to ensure public safety. From November 20-22 the following areas are closed to all vehicle and foot...

Benton, IL · 2d

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Pinckneyville Community Hospital earns award for excellence in emergency cardiac care

PINCKNEYVILLE, Ill. — The Pinckneyville Community Hospital has earned the ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction Trophy, or Traveling STEMI Trophy, for excellence in cardiac care. The award recognizes the hospital's ability to provide rapid evaluation, treatment, and transport for patients experiencing severe and life threatening heart attacks. Southern Illinois Healthcare presents...

Pinckneyville, IL · 2d

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Ameren offers energy bill assistance to veterans, active-duty military members

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – Ameren is encouraging veterans and active-duty military members struggling to pay their energy bills to apply for financial assistance through its Military Assistance Fund. The city of Carbondale shared information about the program during Military Appreciation Week to help eligible residents learn about available resources.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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SIU sees hundreds of students attend Teachers Day

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University saw nearly 400 high school students make their way on campus Friday morning. The university hosted the annual SIU Future Teachers Day, a event the school started six years ago to address the national teacher shortage. The event saw students leaning information at...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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HAMILTON COUNTY MAN ORGANIZING NEW SUMMER CAR SHOW IN DU QUOIN FOR 2027

A Hamilton County man is working to keep a longtime Southern Illinois automotive tradition alive by organizing a new summer car show in Du Quoin following the announcement that the Street Machine Nationals would no longer be held in the city. McLeansboro native Quentin Sullivan is organizing the Cruisin Du...

Du Quoin, IL · 2d

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