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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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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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Mercy Hospital Southeast holds first Mass since becoming Catholic hospital

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Mercy Hospital Southeast recently celebrated a milestone by holding its first Mass since becoming a Catholic hospital and renovating its chapel. According to the hospital, the service brought together hospital leaders, caregivers and members of the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau. Bishop Edward M. Rice...

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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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 · 3d

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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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Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority to remove Town Plaza bus shelter

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau County Transit Authority announced plans to remove the bus shelter at Town Plaza, but bus service at the location will continue. According to the transit authority, the shelter is being removed because of ongoing concerns surrounding the location. Officials did not...

Cape Girardeau County, MO · 3d

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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 · 3d

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Erin Meixner joins Saint Francis Cape Gastroenterology Specialists

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Saint Francis Healthcare System has announced that Erin Meixner, a board-certified family nurse practitioner, has joined Cape Gastroenterology Specialists. Meixner graduated from Southeast Missouri State University and is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She will provide care for patients with gastrointestinal conditions,...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d

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Carlisle County's Rickard signs with Southern Miss basketball

BARDWELL, Ky. -- Carlisle County senior Wyatt Rickard made it official Friday afternoon, signing with Southern Miss basketball. Rickard, a 6'10" forward, announced his commitment on his social media October 12. The Golden Eagles first extended an offer to Rickard back in September. "It's a dream come true," Rickard said...

Carlisle County, KY · 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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FINAL: MTSU men’s basketball defeats Southeast Missouri State behind historic 3-point shooting performance

Middle Tennessee men’s basketball (3-1) defeated Southeast Missouri State (2-2), 88-75, behind a 64% shooting performance from the 3-point range and a career-high 32 points from Quintero Barnett. It’s the first time the Blue Raiders have shot above 60% from three as a team since Feb. 13, 2013, against...

Murfreesboro, TN · 2d

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Cape Warming Center urgently seeks volunteers for Friday night

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Warming Center is asking for volunteers to help Friday night, Nov. 13, as it prepares to provide shelter for people in need. According to a social media post from the organization, volunteers are urgently needed for Friday night, with additional volunteer opportunities available Saturday, Nov. 14.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d

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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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Ameren Illinois to host public meetings on proposed Mississippi River transmission line

GRAND TOWER, Ill. (KBSI) – Ameren Illinois will host public meetings Nov. 17 and 18 to gather feedback on a proposed electrical transmission line connecting Missouri and Illinois across the Mississippi River. The Grand Tower Crossing Project would include construction of approximately 4 miles of new 138-kilovolt transmission line...

Grand Tower, 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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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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Cape Girardeau Public Library brings back fall fair after drawing more than 500 last year

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A petting zoo, an inflatable obstacle course and a free book giveaway are part of the Cape Girardeau Public Library’s second annual Fall Fair on Saturday, Nov. 14. The fair runs from noon to 3 p.m. on the library’s back lawn. It’s open...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d

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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