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Catholic priests say a Missouri jail holding ICE detainees told them to hand Communion wafers to guards, and now the St. Louis Archdiocese is suing

The Archdiocese of St. Louis has officially filed a federal lawsuit against Ste. Genevieve County officials and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement leadership, alleging that the current jail policies are blocking Catholic detainees from practicing their faith. This legal action claims that the Ste. Genevieve County Jail is violating the First Amendment rights of those held in its custody by preventing priests from administering essential sacraments like confession and communion. As reported by The Hill , according to the filing, the priests are unable to perform their duties because the jail mandates that all visits must happen through glass barriers. They have to use a telephone system to communicate, which completely rules out the private, face-to-face contact required for Catholic sacraments. The jail’s own website confirms that visitations are restricted to a single four-hour window on Sundays, with 30-minute blocks handed out on a first-come, first-served basis. The lawsuit points out that other groups, including attorneys and consular officials, are granted exceptions to the no-contact and time-limitation rules. The Archdiocese previously tried to resolve the matter through direct requests The Archdiocese notes that it tried to resolve this through direct requests, but the response from jail leadership was that they

Ste. Genevieve County, MO · 10-07

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Cape Parks and Rec department launches beautification program

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - The City of Cape Girardeau has launched a program to keep city parks clean and free from trash and clutter. The program is called Pitch in for Parks and the city is giving away clean-up kits to make it a little easier for volunteers.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 10-09
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Jackson Backyard BBQ to benefit first responders Saturday

JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) – The Jackson Backyard BBQ will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, at Jackson City Park in Jackson, Missouri, to benefit The BackStoppers Inc., an organization that supports families of fallen first responders. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the park’s bandshell...

Jackson, MO · 10-09
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MO residents raise concerns over data center resource usage

Cities and towns across Missouri are facing the reality of a data center being built nearby. As of late September, there were 13 active data center projects across nine Missouri counties, according to Missouri Data Centers, a website that tracks data center construction. One of those active projects is in...

Missouri · 10-08
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Scarecrow Stroll brings fall festivities to downtown Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Scarecrows are popping up throughout downtown Cape Girardeau as local businesses participate in the Riverfront Fall Festival’s Scarecrow Stroll. The event encourages businesses to create and display scarecrows while inviting community members to explore downtown, take photos and support local shops. Participating businesses...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 10-08

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Jonesboro Colorfest returns this weekend

JONESBORO, Ill. (Heartland News) - The annual Jonesboro Colorfest returned this weekend. The event kicked off on Friday with a bingo night at the Jonesboro Post Office. Saturday will be filled with activities, including a kid zone, petting zoo, arts and crafts, music and a beauty pageant. City officials say...

Jonesboro, IL · 10-10

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Fueling the Future: Inside Missouri’s Quiet Economic Engine and Our Local Growth Wave

Last week our fall Membership Blitz wrapped up with an incredible milestone: 20 new members officially joining our ranks! Even better? Many of these new faces represent fresh, brand-new businesses planting their flags right here in the Cape area. This local surge isn’t just an isolated burst of energy, it’s part of a much larger, highly encouraging wave of entrepreneurship sweeping across the entire state of Missouri.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 10-08

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Union County Sal: Performing in the prime of her life

Susan Addington, better known as Union County Sal, has been singing on stages around southern Illinois for over a decade. For most of her life, Sal raised a family and worked an assortment of jobs, never dreaming of becoming a musician. But in 2013, after her first headlining show, Sal took the stage and never looked back.

Union County, IL · 10-05

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Jackson County is completing an ADA Transition Plan

Jackson County is developing a new Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA, Transition Plan aimed at improving accessibility in county facilities, programs and services. The project includes in-person evaluations of county-owned and leased buildings, reviews of public programs and meetings, and the creation of a formal ADA grievance procedure. The...

Jackson County, IL · 10-08

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St. Francois County Candidate Forum Held

(Farmington) St. Francois county Voters have a better idea of how the candidates for Presiding Commissioner and State Representatives for the 116th and 117th District stand on certain issues following a candidate forum presented Tuesday night by the Farmington Regional Chamber of Commerce. Candidates were given an opportunity to answer questions that had been submitted ahead of time. The issue of placing a moratorium on data centers in the county was presented to Presiding County Commissioner candidates Kent Scism and Bill Young. Young advised those at the forum in his opinion the county could provide a moratorium yet there are still legal questions surrounding how effective it would be.

St Francois County, MO · 10-07

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Cape Girardeau Sportsplex expansion proposal paused as competition grows in region

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - The Cape Girardeau Sportsplex has brought in thousands of tourists and millions of dollars to the local economy since it opened, according to Recreation Division Manager Scott Williams. “We’ve definitely brought in millions in revenue, not only for the city for our operations but...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 10-07

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Bollinger County closes jail, moves inmates to Wayne County

BOLLINGER COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Bollinger County Sheriff’s Office has closed the county jail, citing deteriorating infrastructure, security concerns and growing potential liability for taxpayers. Inmates are being housed at the Wayne County Jail in Greenville at a cost of $35 per inmate per day, according to the...

Bollinger County, MO · 10-06

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Scoundrel of the Swamp | History After Hours in Bloomfield

Join us for History After Hours: Scoundrel of the Swamp with local historian Paul Arnold on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 6 p.m. The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library and the Stoddard County Historical Society invite you to explore a dark chapter in southeast Missouri’s Civil War history. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served.

Bloomfield, MO · 10-07

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Winner selected in Charleston Landmark Project Sculpture contest

CHARLESTON, Mo. (Heartland News) -Charleston’s new downtown landmark will be a spinning heart sculpture called “The Heart of the Heartland.”. Swiss-American artist Ralfonso’s design was selected for the Charleston Landmark Project after artists from around the world submitted proposals. “Over the last two years, there’s been a...

Charleston, MO · 10-07

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Orange Barrel Report Oct. 7

DUNKLIN COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — Several road closures and lane restrictions are scheduled in southeast Missouri and western Kentucky as crews perform pavement and bridge repairs. In Dunklin County, Route H will be reduced to one lane between Route J and County Road 692 while Missouri Department of Transportation...

Dunklin County, MO · 10-08

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Riverfront Fall Festival returns to downtown Cape Girardeau Oct. 24

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The fifth annual Riverfront Fall Festival returns to downtown Cape Girardeau Oct. 24 with live music, local artisans, food vendors and children’s activities. The free festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at a new, larger location: the Boardman Hutson Pavilion lot...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 10-06

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Cape County board funds a new SEMO program for young adults with disabilities

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Southeast Missouri State University will received $350,000 over the next four years to launch a program designed to help young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities prepare for adulthood. The grant from the Cape County Board for Developmental Disabilities will support the development and...

Cape Girardeau County, MO · 10-07

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Perry County installs siren for Lake Perry

Residents and visitors at Lake Perry have an additional way to receive warning when severe weather or other emergencies threaten the area, thanks to the installation of a new outdoor emergency warning siren coordinated by Perry County Emergency Management. The project was authorized under the direction of the Perry County...

Perry County, MO · 10-08

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Route B in Sikeston to be reduced for repairs

NEW MADRID COUNTY, Mo. (KAIT) - Route B in New Madrid County will be reduced as Missouri Department of Transportation crews repair the pavement. The affected section of roadway is between County Road 264 and County Road 267 near Gideon. Work will take place Thursday, Oct. 15 from 7 a.m....

New Madrid County, MO · 10-06

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Midday Interview: Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

It’s spooky season, which means it’s time for the Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee on Oct. 10, 17, and 24 from 5 until 7 p.m. at Lake Wappapello.

Wappapello, MO · 10-07