Junction
Junction, IL · Arts & Culture
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New Archaeological Society Formed in Fredericktown: St. Francois Mountain Region Chapter
In early spring this year, Karen and David Whitener brought an item to the Historic Madison Museum that they had found on their farm, hoping to have it identified. They believed it was of Native American origin. The item's purpose was not known for sure. Lon Rehkop and Curt Crawford, both archaeology enthusiasts, were called into the museum to take a look.
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Women in Business: At The Heart of It All on Sep 18, 2026
Doors open at 10:15am and the program will start at 10:45am. Join the Cape Chamber Women’s Network for the fourth annual Women in Business: At the Heart of It All Celebration, honoring American Business Women’s Day and celebrating the accomplishments of businesswomen across the nation and right here in our region.
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Born 101 Years Ago Today in Illinois, the Country Music Guitar Great and Grand Ole Opry Regular With a Namesake Instrument on Display in the Hall of Fame
Best known for the 1958 crossover hit “Gotta Travel On”, Billy Grammer was born in Benton, Illinois, on this day (August 28) in 1925. A renowned country music guitarist and Grand Ole Opry regular since 1959, Grammer would eventually co-found a guitar company in Nashville, even designing and marketing his own namesake instrument. Today, we’re taking a look at the life and career of Billy Grammer on what would have been his 101st birthday.
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Heartland Idol Advances Three More Finalists
The Heartland Idol field is three-quarters of the way set!. Congratulations to Terry Young, our Fan Vote winner from the Union County Fair, who joins judges’ picks Peighton Robinson and Abby Bridges in the Heartland Idol Finals at Scout Hall this September!. Now, we need YOU to help us...
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Crisp Museum craft events offer space for creativity and connection
Southeast Missouri State University’s Crisp Museum hosted a collage night on Thursday, Aug. 27, giving attendees an opportunity to create artwork, sort through paper scraps and socialize. Emily Denlinger, a SEMO professor of digital arts, photography and new media, organized the event and has hosted collage gatherings for about...
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Captain Henry Whitener Chapter Attends Southeast Region District Meeting
The Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution has been holding district meetings for the past two weeks. The Southeast Region meeting took place August 19 at the Stars and Stripes Museum in Bloomfield, Missouri. Representing the Captain Henry Whitener Chapter were newly elected Regent Resha Kennedy and Vice...
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Memorial United Methodist Church to Dedicate New Mural Celebrating Farmington History
Farmington, Mo. (KFMO) - Memorial United Methodist Church in Farmington will dedicate a new mural Sunday, September 6, honoring the church’s history and the cultural heritage of the Farmington community. The 27-foot by 9-foot mural will be dedicated at 11:45 a.m. in the church’s Welcome Center at 425 North...
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Flat River Band in Fredericktown Friday
(Fredericktown) National touring country music act, The Flat River Band, will be performing this Friday night on the historic courthouse square in downtown Fredericktown. The band is made up of the Sitze Brothers, Andy, Chad, and Dennijo who grew up in Fredericktown. Dennijo says they’re excited to be back in their hometown with a special blend of family style harmony.
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Friends of Saint Francis Golf Tournament raises funds for patient assistance
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Golfers, volunteers and sponsors recently came together to raise money to help provide health care resources and other assistance to people in need. The Saint Francis Foundation thanked the community for its support of the Friends of Saint Francis Golf Tournament. According to the...
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Du Quoin State Fair announces its 2026 music lineup
The Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand is preparing for an action packed lineup of events from ARCA and USAC motorsports, harness racing, to live performances from popular country, hip hop, and rock artists. The Grandstand events kick off with a performance from rap artist Wiz Khalifa this Saturday. Other events...
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library leaves lasting impact in Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Books distributed through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are still making their way through local families and stores in Cape Girardeau. Zach Johnson, manager of Once Upon a Child in Cape Girardeau, said customers regularly sell used books back to the store, including books their children received through Parton’s Imagination Library.
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DRONE12: Demolition progresses on the old Chester Bridge
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River Campus show tickets now available
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Tickets to shows at Southeast Missouri State University’s River campus are now available for purchase. Individual tickets went on sale at 9 a.m. on August 24. The first performance of the season is “Highs & Lows: Chapa and Jarrett in Recital,” on September...
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Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation to host potluck, dance at A.C. Brase Arena
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation is inviting the community to an evening of food, socializing and classic music at the A.C. Brase Arena. A potluck and dance will be held Thursday, Aug. 27. The potluck begins at 5 p.m., followed by dancing from 6 to 9 p.m.
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Documentary shares the stories Tri-State tornado survivors
The Tri-State tornado swept across Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana in 1925 killing nearly 700 people - many of those in southern Illinois. WSIU is partnering with the Varsity Theater in Carbondale for a screening of "The Storm: Remembering the Tri-State Tornado of 1925". Jak Tichenor joined WSIU to talk about...
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Photo Gallery: Welcome week at SEMO brings exciting new opportunities to new & returning students
Welcome Week at SEMO concluded with many people finding new interests and socializing amongst each other. The Involvement Fair took place on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Located just behind Academic Hall, students flooded the sidewalks and grass seeking out organizations and clubs that may have piqued their interests, while also enjoying many of the free accommodations that came alongside many of the student-led organizations.