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Johnson County voters weigh in on future of historic courthouse restoration

JOHNSON COUNTY, Ill. (KBSI) – The future of Johnson County’s historic courthouse is back in the hands of voters as residents consider whether county leaders should continue pursuing funding to restore the condemned building. The courthouse was evacuated in 2023 after a serious structural problem raised concerns about...

Johnson County, IL · 2d
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Grimes to perform one-man play in Paducah highlighting veteran’s experience with war, PTSD

Before he joined the U.S. Army, Ben Grimes was a professional actor, bringing a variety of characters and their stories to the stage. After serving a tour in Iraq, he needed an outlet to process the mental toll his deployment took on him. So, he turned his story and the experiences of his fellow soldiers and penned a one-man play – one that he will now perform for an audience in Paducah ahead of Veteran’s Day.

Paducah, KY · 15h
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SIU’s Marching Salukis find their voice

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Marching Salukis are changing what their band looks like. This fall, a singer joined them on the field for the first time in the band’s known history, and three drum majors are leading out front for the second year in a row.

Carbondale, IL · 23h
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Mark your calendars: Holiday events returning to downtown Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Mark your calendars for upcoming holiday events in downtown Cape Girardeau. Old Town Cape, Inc. will host several annual events downtown:. November 27:. Christmas tree lighting from 5:30-7 p.m. November 28:. Small Business Saturday - all day. November 29:. Parade of Lights from 5-7...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d
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Cape County historical society celebrates 100th anniversary

Cape Girardeau County Historical Society Vice President David Dickey, shown on the right, presents the history of the society during their annual banquet on Sunday, Nov. 1. Photo by Jay Forness. The Cape Girardeau County Historical Society celebrated its 100th anniversary at its annual banquet on Sunday, Nov. 1, at...

Cape Girardeau County, MO · 1d

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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.

Farmington, MO · 2d

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Historic Preservation Commission Favors Keeping City Hall Downtown

The future of Fredericktown City Hall remains uncertain, but members of the city’s Heritage and Landmarks Commission have made their position clear: Whether the existing building is renovated or replaced, city hall should remain in downtown Fredericktown. Ruth Ann Scaggs, representing the commission, presented a formal recommendation to the...

Fredericktown, MO · 4d

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Thriller on Themis returned to downtown Cape Girardeau for 2nd year

Cape Girardeau, MO · 6d

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Families celebrate Halloween together at Thriller on Themis in downtown Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Hundreds of people filled downtown Cape Girardeau Thursday night for an evening of costumes, dancing and family fun as the second annual Thriller on Themis brought a Halloween celebration to the community. For some families, the night was more than an opportunity to watch...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 7d

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Fred Kieninger – Hardin Haircutter in Illinois

Fred Kieninger began his life in the Shawnee Township in northern Cape Girardeau County, but he did not spend most of his life there. Once he became an adult, he migrated to Illinois where he would spend the rest of his life, except for some time in the military during World War I.

Cape Girardeau County, MO · 7d

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Preview: Cape Con 2026 comes to the Show Me Center

Members of the Cape Girardeau and SEMO community can look forward to the annual Cape Con event returning to the Show-Me Center on Friday, Nov. 6. The event began in 2005 as exclusively a comic convention, before branching out into various other forms of entertainment such as wrestling, anime, etc. over the course of the following years.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 9d

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Here Lies a Revolutionary War Soldier: Joseph Hagan

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of our country, local members of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will highlight the patriots buried in Southeast Missouri. Joseph Hagan was born in 1740, in St. Mary’s City, Maryland, to Ignatius and Rebecca Wright (Lowe) Hagan. Joseph married Mary Anne...

Perryville, MO · 9d

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Keep Radio’s Golden Ideals Alive

I’ve always loved radio. It’s played a big role in my life and has always sparked my imagination. I think anyone, no matter their income, can afford a simple, traditional radio. You don’t need fancy online services with endless content; a basic radio is enough. There’s a...

St. Louis, MO · 9d

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SEMO Marching Band member, Ethan Kopinski of Washington, IL, selected to perform in 2028 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Ireland

The Southeast Missouri State University Marching Band will take its sound and Redhawk spirit to Ireland in 2028 after being selected to perform in the St. Patrick's Day Parade, part of the St. Patrick's Festival in Dublin. The invitation followed an extensive application and selection process, requiring recent performance videos,...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 9d

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Christopher Hacker – Zion, Longtown Charter Member

When we look at a list of charter members of Zion Lutheran Church in Longtown, which was established in 1897, we will see 3 different men with the name, Hacker. One of them was Christ (Christopher) Hacker. He will be a main character in today’s post. Christopher Hacker was...

Perry County, MO · 11d

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Thriller on Themis returning to downtown Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Dancing zombies are returning to downtown Cape Girardeau ahead of Halloween. The “Thriller on Themis” community event hosted by Vintage Now is set for Thursday, October 29, at 6:04 p.m. This is the event’s second year. Organizers said this year’s free...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 14d

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Thriller on Themis’ returns to downtown Cape Girardeau Oct. 29

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Zombies will take over downtown Cape Girardeau as Vintage NOW Productions brings back its annual “Thriller on Themis” Halloween celebration Thursday, Oct. 29. The free community event will take place on Themis Street, featuring a live performance inspired by Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,”...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 15d

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Live music, artisan vendors anchor expanded Riverfront Fall Festival in Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - The Riverfront Fall Festival returns to downtown Cape Girardeau with a larger location to accommodate more vendors, live entertainment, and family activities. The festival will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Boardman Hutson Pavilion Lot at the corner of Independence...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 17d