Camping ordinance passes in Jonesboro

JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) - A new city ordinance aims to prevent unauthorized camping in the city of Jonesboro. The city of Jonesboro passed Ordinance 26-038 during the city council meeting on Thursday, Nov. 5. The ordinance will not allow people to camp in any city park or parking lot unless...

Trail Cam Captures Mountain Lion Near Cape Girardeau, Missouri

A trail cam reportedly near Cape Girardeau, Missouri appears to show a mountain lion strolling through the woods.

Downtown Cape Girardeau announces holiday events, 34th annual Parade of Lights

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Old Town Cape Inc. is preparing for the holiday season with several events planned in downtown Cape Girardeau, including a Christmas tree lighting, Small Business Saturday and the 34th annual Parade of Lights. The holiday festivities will begin Friday, Nov. 27, with the downtown...

Hotel, restaurant owners offer to pay for Cape Girardeau tourism study

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Local hotel and restaurant owners are prepared to pay a Chicago-based firm about $100,000 to assess Cape Girardeau’s tourism potential beyond sports tourism, according to a plan presented to the city council on Monday. Jeff Maurer of Mayson Capital Partners pitched the plan...

Cape Girardeau’s Spaghetti Day set for Nov. 5

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Department and Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Foundation will host Spaghetti Day on Thursday, Nov. 5. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the A.C. Brase Arena in Cape Girardeau. Meals will include...

Jackson Veterans Day parade set for Nov. 11

JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — The city of Jackson will honor military veterans with a Veterans Day parade Wednesday, Nov. 11. According to the Jackson Police Department, the parade will begin at 4 p.m. and travel through uptown Jackson. The parade will start at the Frozen Food Locker on South...

Two Furniture Galleries Are Only Part Of This Missouri Antique Mall’s 52,000-Square-Foot Treasure Hunt

Somewhere in Missouri, an antique mall sells vintage glassware, sports memorabilia, and locally raised Blue Bison sausage under one roof. Yes, sausage. I had to read that twice too. The building stretches past 52,000 square feet. It holds more than 350 dealer spaces, and that count includes 265 booths and...

Play That Goes Wrong is Going Right

At Farmington High School, students in the FHS Theatre Guild are currently rehearsing to perform the show “The Play That Goes Wrong.” This show is an entertaining comedy show, and all types of people can come to join in the magic of theatre. The show will be performed at the Truman auditorium on the show dates of November 5th and 6th at 7:00pm, and November 8th at 3:00pm.

Breakfast Gets Hard To Choose At This Fourth-Generation Missouri Bakery With Nearly 60 Donuts

Nearly 60 kinds of donuts can show up at one family bakery counter. That number alone makes choosing breakfast feel like a pleasant little crisis. The doors open at 5 AM on weekdays, before most of us find our car keys. Everything gets made from scratch daily. The chocolate frosted...

Six Generations Later, This Missouri Family Still Makes The German Sausage That Started Its Business In The 1870s

A German-style bologna recipe from the 1870s is still being made by the same family today. Six generations have kept it going. That’s longer than most of us can trace our own family trees. The part I find surprising is how hands-on it all stays. Spice batches get mixed...

Heartland Cares: SEMO Food Bank to host 'Empty Bowls'

Heartland Cares: SEMO Food Bank to host 'Empty Bowls'

This Kentucky Donut Shop Makes Donuts So Good People Drive Hours Just To Get A Box

Nineteen kinds of donuts, hand-cut from scratch every single day, starting at 5 in the morning. That’s the daily routine at one little family-owned shop in western Kentucky. That sounds like a great reason to set an early alarm. The recipes here go back to 1955. The founder learned...

The 8 Illinois Restaurants That Deserve A Spot On Your Foodie Bucket List Right Now

Ready to find the best restaurants in Illinois for your foodie bucket list?. These 8 restaurants serve up incredible flavors and unforgettable dining experiences!. 1. Alongi’s Italian Restaurant (Du Quoin) Some restaurants just feel like a warm hug the moment you walk in. Alongi’s Italian Restaurant in Du Quoin...

Cape Girardeau celebrates Mahjong Day as players raise money for Mac’s Mission

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A gathering at The Perch Mahjong Lounge brought players together Sunday to support rescue dogs and celebrate the friendships that prompted a special recognition from the city. Mayor Robbie Guard declared Nov. 1, 2026, Cape Girardeau Mahjong Day during the lounge’s “Hunting for Mahjong”...

This 1950s Missouri Soda Fountain In Ste. Genevieve Still Mixes Phosphates The Old-Fashioned Way

The waffle cones at this little shop can still be warm when they land in your hand. That alone would earn a detour. Then you learn the ice cream comes in flights, four flavors lined up like a tasting menu for sweet tooths. The shop sits in an old building...

Nestled In Southern Illinois Is A Relaxing Lake Haven With Scenic Camping, Fishing, And Boating

Southern Illinois, ensconced between the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, is known for its agriculture and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Due to its abundance of crops and proximity to these major rivers, over time, the southernmost portion of The Land of Lincoln became known as Egypt. Right in the center of this region is one of the primary venues for a variety of outdoor activities: Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge. One of the main draws of this sprawling wildlife refuge is Crab Orchard Lake, a nearly 7,000-acre reservoir that is an ideal location for fishing, boating, waterskiing, camping, and more.

Southern Illinois Barbecue Joints Have Been Smoking Pork For Decades, And 8 Stand Out

Down in Southern Illinois, barbecue is less of a trend and more of a family habit. Small towns from Jonesboro to Harrisburg have been feeding folks sliced pork, ribs, and pork steaks for generations, often from the same corner lot. Some of these spots have been around since before your...

Halloween events in Cape Girardeau

This Missouri Train Ride Serves A Chuck Wagon Dinner Aboard Vintage Rail Cars

Outlaws stop this train on purpose, and the kids on board usually cheer about it. The robbery is part of the ticket, and the crew stages it with real flair. The cars are antique, the crew is made up entirely of volunteers, and the menu of themed rides runs surprisingly long. One of those rides is billed as a chuck wagon trip, which sounds like supper with a side of the Old West.