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IDNR: Mountain lion spotted in Jackson, Union Counties found dead

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (Heartland News) - A young male mountain lion recently spotted in southern Illinois has been found dead, the Ill. Department of Natural Resources confirmed on Tuesday. The IDNR said the mountain lion’s remains were discovered by a hunter in Jackson County near the Union County line. The...

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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 · 2d
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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 · 3d
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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...

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Planned power outage scheduled for Jackson residents Nov. 18

JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – Some Jackson residents will experience a planned power outage Wednesday, Nov. 18, as city crews work to replace an electric transformer. According to the city of Jackson, the outage is scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. and will affect properties in the following areas:. –...

Jackson, MO · 16h

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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 · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Land for new Dollar General approved

The final plot of land for a new Dollar General Store was among the resolutions approved during the City of Perryville’s regular Nov. 3 meeting. The plot is located on South Kingshighway at the former site of the old Bailey Stave Mill property, which has been subdivided to allow for construction of the store. The plans for the plot were recently revised to show the sewer line easement, as recommended by the planning and zoning commission, before they were approved at the meeting.

Perryville, MO · 1d

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Perry County to install seven Trail of Tears historic markers

PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – Perry County plans to install seven official Trail of Tears National Historic Trail signs along county roads to recognize routes traveled by Cherokee people during their forced removal in the 1830s. The project is a partnership between the Perry County Commission, Perry County Heritage Tourism,...

Perry County, MO · 21h

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Hard freeze possible this weekend

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Good morning, Heartland. Today will be a very cold start to the day with a lot of us below freezing in the low 30s. Make sure to bundle up before you leave your home. Highs will be in the upper 40s and low 50s with a breeze picking up out of the north, so the afternoon will feel quite chilly as well.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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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 · 1d

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Unity, SJO, Oakwood and Salt Fork players earn All-State recognition

Eleven area players received All-State recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association this week. Keegan Germano (Unity), Zeke Young (Monticello) and Cameron Wagner (St. Joseph-Ogden) are three of 11 football players earning spots on the IHSFCA All-State list this fall. URBANA - In Class 1A, Oakwood running back Kyler Johnson and Salt Fork's Zayden Bromley received first-team recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association. Fisher defensive back Andrew Todd and Oakwood lineman Walker Enos earned honorable mention nods. Five players from area Class 3A programs made the annual list. St. Joseph-Ogden offensive lineman Cameron Wagner , Unity linebacker Keegan Germano and Monticello receiver Zeke Young were named among Illinois' top small-school players. The Spartans' Lane McKinney earned an honorable mention at quarterback, while the Rockets' Michael Hardin made the list at running back. Lane McKinney St. Joseph-Ogden Michael Hardin Unity From the eastern side of Champaign County, Mahomet-Seymour running back Marco Casillas was the only area player recognized in Class 4A and above. Rounding out the list was St. Thomas More's Sam Kluesner, who earned an honorable mention in 8-man football. Players will be introduced prior of their respective classes state championship game at Hancock Stadium

Oakwood, IL · 2d

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Sunny’s Cafe coming to downtown Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A new coffee shop is coming to downtown Cape Girardeau and is currently hiring employees. Sunny’s Cafe will be located at 338 Broadway St., Suite 102, inside the Marquette Tower. The space was previously occupied by Ground-A-Bout, which closed all four of its...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 2d

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‘American Idol’ winner Hannah Harper to perform in Marion in 2027

MARION, Ill. (KBSI) — “American Idol” winner Hannah Harper is scheduled to perform at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on Thursday, July 29, 2027. The concert, presented by Dunbar Music Group, will feature the Willow Springs, Missouri, native who won the singing competition’s 24th season in May 2026.

Marion, IL · 1d

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The Hartwig-Schmidtke Couple Migrates to Cleveland

Today’s birthday girl is Martha Wilhelmine Bertha Schmdtke, who, according to a transcription of her German baptism record below, was born on November 12, 1867. Bertha’s later gravestone says she was born on that date in 1868. Her death certificate says she was born on January 17, 1866. I happen to think that she was born in 1867 because a church record also uses that date. Bertha was the daughter of Friedrich and Wilhelmina (Nehm) Schmidtke. When Bertha came to America aboard the ship, Dresden, in 1892, she was said to be 24 years old. Her passenger list says she was from Konigsberg and headed towards Illinois.

Cleveland, AR · 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 · 18h

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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 · 15h

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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 · 2d