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The Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office recently arrested eleven individuals with outstanding warrants. These arrests were part of a new initiative, called 'Warrant Wednesdays'. The arrested individuals face charges ranging from Class E Felonies to parole and probation violations, and misdemeanors.

Get ready to rock your senses at the Shipyard Music Festival 2023! Set to take place from Fri, Sep 22 · 5pm - Sat, Sep 23 · 11pm, this vibrant event is the perfect blend of music, food, drinks, and outdoor fun. With a unique mix of genres and performances, it promises to be an unforgettable experience for the entire family.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Police are investigating after two vehicles were struck by gunfire. According to the Cape Girardeau Police Department, officers responded to the 600 block of S. Ellis around 5 p.m. on Monday, September 18 for a report of shots fired. Two vehicles were struck by bullets.

The activist group, Moms Demand Action, has reacted to a recent shooting on Broadway Street, Cape Girardeau with a call for increased community safety. Leslie Washington, a local resident and member of the group, expressed her concern at a recent city council meeting. The shooting, she said, was disturbingly close to home and made her question the level of safety in the community. Washington called for stricter public safety measures to counter gun violence. She also insisted on holding those causing harm accountable, and asserted the importance of enforcing these safety measures across the entire community. According to Washington, any officials failing to perform their duties effectively should be removed from office.

The Current Chief of police for Morley and a full-time police officer with cape has declared his candidacy for Scott county sheriff. Chief Juden believes that with his wealth of experience and deep connection to the community, he brings a fresh perspective to the race. Juden goes on to say, “I was born and raised in Sikeston, Missouri, by my father, Drew, and my mother, Debbie. My parents really helped instill in me a sense of discipline, service, and commitment to community from an early age,”

Despite low water levels on the Mississippi River, Visit Cape spokesman Josh Thompson said American Queen paddle-wheeler is still tentatively scheduled to dock tomorrow afternoon, at Cape Girardeau’s Riverfront Park. Yesterday at 6 p.m. the observed river level at the Port of Cape Girardeau was 5.38 feet, according to...

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Jackson.

Murphy Business of Cape Girardeau, a business brokerage firm that specializes in helping people buy and sell businesses throughout the United States, is proud to announce that it has been awarded national certification as a woman-owned business by the National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC). NWBOC is the first national...

Death investigation - Scott County, Mo.

Derailed train cars cleared in Scott County.

A statement from St. Mary Cathedral School in Cape Girardeau indicates a woman who allegedly threatened church officials this past Friday, had been taken into custody by police. A social media post from principal Alan Bruns says the woman arrived at the church office Friday seeking assistance. When school officials...

JACKSON, Mo. (KFVS) - The 10th annual Uptown Jackson Oktoberfest is coming to the southeast Missouri area. Celebrating Autumn and the harvest season, the Uptown Jackson Oktoberfest will be held on Friday, October 6, from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. and Saturday, October 7, from 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Work continues to revamp the pool at Cape Central Junior High School. A city spokesperson confirmed on Wednesday, September 20 Clark Street will reopen soon. The road has been blocked while crews connect pipes under the road for the pool project. Work began at the...

Southeast Missouri State University English professor James Brubaker will launch his latest novel next week. “We Are Ghost Lit”, Brubaker’s second novel, centers around themes of loss and grief. Professor Brubaker says the novel, although a work of fiction, takes its starting point from a real- life incident;...

JACKSON, Mo. (KFVS) - There are plenty of fun, fall festivities scheduled for the upcoming weeks in Jackson, Missouri. According to the City of Jackson, Mo. Facebook page, there will be events held during the end of September and throughout October at different locations in Jackson. Uptown Jackson:. Jackson R-2...

The Chaffee Red Devils defeated the Naylor Eagles 22-4 on Wednesday at Naylor High School. The offense of Chaffee was led by Kaylynn Tuttleton who went 2-3 with three RBIs while also pitching one third innings in relief. The starting pitcher was Bailey. Robertson who finished with one strikeout, no...

City Council members in Cape Girardeau, have been deliberating over an extensive plan. This $107 million plan aims to refurbish the West Park Mall. The plan also includes substantial tax benefits that could allow the proprietors to regain about $18 million, pending council approval.

Work is ongoing on the upgrade of the Cape Central Junior High School swimming pool in Cape Girardeau, which began earlier in 2023. The revamp is making steady progress and is expected to be completed by spring 2024. Pipeline connection work underneath Clark Street, required for the pool project, has led to road closures. However, a city spokesperson confirms that the street is due to reopen soon as this underground work nears completion.

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - A program in the Heartland is helping educate women on how to safely handle a firearm--while protecting themselves and their loved ones. Conservation educator Dee-Dee Dockins tells me she wanted to provide a safe space for women to learn how to handle a firearm. That’s...

This weekend will be one of the biggest on the college football schedule for 2023 as there will matchups between ranked opponents all day. The main event for Notre Dame fans is of course Saturday night when the Irish play host to Ohio State. The Fox Sports College Football social...