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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - A Marble Hill man was arrested in connection with a stabbing investigation in Cape Girardeau. Officers were called at 4 a.m. on Sunday, June 4 to a report of a stabbing on 2100 block of William Street. When they arrived, officers said they found a...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Crews were on the scene of a house fire on North Park Street in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. It happened at 3:39 p.m. on Monday, June 5. According to firefighters, neighbors reported a loud “boom.”. They said the fire started in the back of the...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A juvenile was arrested and police are looking for three others after a police chase in Cape Girardeau on Friday, June 2. Cape Girardeau Police officers received a report of a stolen vehicle from the 300 block of N. Spring around 8 a.m. on Friday. The reporting officer entered the vehicle into the “FLOCK” camera system.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - It’s a first for Cape Girardeau. The city is now officially recognizing the month of June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month. According to the city council, they say it’s important for people in our community, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity to feel valued, safe, empowered and included.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - New video from Drone 12 is giving us an inside look at the renovations happening right now at the old Broadway Theatre in Cape Girardeau.  . The video shows crews have removed part of the roof and much of what used to be the lobby of the theatre.  

PERRY COUNTY, Mo. (KBSI) – A Perryville man died in a motorcycle crash in Perry County Sunday evening. David R. Beck, 60, was driving a 2008 Harley Davidson Heritage southbound on US 61 north of County Road 912 when he traveled off the right side of the road. The...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - We’ll see more motorcycles on the road as the weather warms up; and local riders and police have a few tips about staying safe on the road. Lt. Rick Schmidt with the Cape Girardeau Police Department said it’s important for drivers and riders to be aware of their surroundings because anything can happen.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Cape Girardeau Police are investigating a late night shooting on Sunday, June 4. Officers were called at 10:30 p.m. to the 900 block of College Street a report of shots fired. When they arrived, officers learned one person had been shot and the victim was...

The Southeast Missourian is seeking nominations for annual Spirit of. America Award. This year’s honoree will be announced at Cape Girardeau’s Fourth of July event at Arena Park. Nominations are open through Monday, June 19, and may be submitted at their website, or by using the printed form that regularly appears in the Southeast Missourian.

Forrie J. Smith will be with the Cowboys and Camping expo at the Osage Center in Cape Girardeau, “I love my small towns and my country folk.” Says Smith. You’ll most likely recognize Forrie as one of the farm hands on the Yellowstone Dutton ranch, who plays as Lloyd Pierce, “It’s been quite a ride, it reminds me of rodeoing, a lot of the times. It’s the platform it’s given me and the things I can do with it are really cool.”

SoutheastHEALTH reports Cape Girardeau’s Southeast Hospital is the first facility in Missouri certified as a pediatric emergency prepared facility by Missouri Emergency Medical Services for Children. According to Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Missouri is the 23rd U.S. state to have such recognition. Established in 1984 and using federal grant money, EMSC is a national initiative designed to reduce child and youth morbidity and mortality in emergency situations.

The Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department has issued an Endangered Person Advisory for a missing person incident that occurred at 102 North Oak Street, Advance, MOat 8:10 P.M. on June 3, 2023. Missing Is:. Jackson Cole Morgan, a white male, age 11 month. Possible suspects or associates are believed to...

Former Cape Girardeau Mayor Jay Knudtson was named by Cape Girardeau. county commissioners yesterday to the technical planning committee of. Southeast Missouri Planning Organization. He says “During my eight years as. mayor, I learned quickly how important transportation and road planning is “We live in the greatest region in...

Midamerica Hotels is remodeling its Burger King outlet in Cape Girardeau. Work began in mid-May and should be finished sometime in August, according to John Drury, Midamerica’s vice president of construction. He said “The store is about 14 years old and Burger King has a financial incentive program underway and the chain knows they’re the type of company that likes to keep their properties up.” Midamerica operates three dozen Burger King restaurants in four states:

Construction has begun on buildings in the Chaffee School District, with work expected to be completed before classes start in the fall. Superintendent Shawn Nix said the elementary and high school are undergoing renovations to become more secure. The funding is from the K.I.D.S. bond issue that passed in 2022. With this bond, both buildings will be getting updated offices and entry protocols. The office in the elementary school will be moved to the front of the building and the high school will be adding a recipients office. With these updates, the staffs will be able to control the traffic in the buildings.

Multiple crimes under investigation in Cape Girardeau, Mo. over the weekend. Endangered Person Advisory issued for missing 11-month-old boy out of Stoddard Co. An endangered person advisory was issued for a missing 11-month-old boy out of Stoddard County, Mo. 2 people detained after shootout in Williamson Co., Ill. Updated: 28...

Pride in the Park 2023 was held in Capaha Park on June 4 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event featured vendors, food, and performances from members of Independence Place.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Firefighters came together for a good cause in memory of late Fire Chief Ivan LaGrand. The Ivan LaGrand Memorial Scholarship fundraiser and concert was held on Sunday at Scout Hall in Cape Girardeau to raise money for local citizens and youth who would like to pursue a career as a first responder but can’t afford school or classes. Food trucks, fire trucks, and a concert were present at the event.

This Wednesday, June 7, 2023, Century Casino will host a “Topping Out” Ceremony as Penzel construction sets the final structural steel beam in place on the new Casino Hotel tower. This is a common celebration stage of major construction projects but the broader representation of the regional business impact of the casino is great for Southeast Missouri.