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Perryville, MO

PERRY COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) - On the evening of March 29, the Perryville Police Department was notified of a bomb threat at Perry County Middle School. According to a release from the police dept., a third party notified the police of a middle school student who had told several other students during class today not to come to school tomorrow because he was bringing a bomb to the school.

Police: Bomb threat at Perry Co. Middle School

Paducah, KY

The grand opening for the Jefferson Community Center is on April 6, at 1 p.m. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo off of Kessler Road was held at the site on Wednesday, March 29 at 4 p.m. Former Chaffee R-2 teacher facing sex-related charges. Updated:...

Paducah PD: Couple wanted after 2-year-old tests positive for cocaine

PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) - Paducah Police are investigating a reported shooting on the 600 block of South 28th Street. The shooting happened just before 5 a.m. on Tuesday, March 28. Police said a 24-year-old man was shot in the foot. The victim was treated at a local hospital. Police are...

Police investigating after man shot in the foot

Carbondale, IL

CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - Police are investigating reports of “theft by deception” at area businesses. According to police, they responded to a Carbondale business on March 15 for one report. They learned an unknown suspect called the business claiming to be a member of law enforcement investigating a...

Carbondale police warn of recent scam targeting businesses

Marion, IL

MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - The Fowler-Bonan Foundation will be hosting a free soup giveaway in Marion this weekend. The Fowler-Bonan Foundation will be handing out canned soup with help from Laborers Local 773 on Saturday, April 1. A drive-through distribution site will be set up at the Oasis Powersports dealership,...

Free soup giveaway in Marion, Ill.

Johnston City, IL

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - Crews were on the scene of a large field fire Tuesday afternoon, March 28. It was off Interstate 57, southwest of Johnston City, between Stardust Golf Course and Bandy’s Pumpkin Patch. Heavy smoke could be seen for several miles. Williamson County Fire Protection Chief...

Crews controlling large field fire south of Johnston City, Ill.

Sikeston, MO

Rising drug shortages in the U.S. are impacting not only those out shopping for medicines they need, but pharmacies looking to treat patients as well. Expanding Thrillville Marion, Ill. Updated: 4 hours ago. |. Leaders in Marion, Illinois said the new developments planned around the Thrillville Thrillbillies’ ballpark will be...

Sikeston making changes to local park

SIKESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - The Sikeston Department of Public Safety Patrol Division will be moving from 8-hour shifts to 10-hour shifts. According to a release from the city, the change was approved by the Sikeston City Council at their Monday, March 27 meeting, and will take effect starting with the new budget cycle, which begins July 1.

Sikeston Dept. of Public Safety Patrol Division to move to 10-hour shifts

Rising drug shortages in the U.S. are impacting not only those out shopping for medicines they need, but pharmacies looking to treat patients as well. It’s all in an effort to add new attractions for the community and visitors to enjoy. Drug shortages continue. Updated: 7 hours ago. |

Expanding Thrillville Marion, Ill.

PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KFVS) - Mercy and Perry County Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees have finalized a lease agreement so that Mercy can operate and manage the county-owned hospital in Perryville, Mo. Integration of the hospital and the Perry County Health System is expected to take place in the fall. The...

Mercy and Perry County approve lease agreement for Memorial Hospital

MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - The Marion VA Health Care System will host a Vietnam War 50th Commemoration Ceremony on Wednesday, March 29. The event will be from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a dedication ceremony starting at 2 p.m. It will be at the Behavioral Health Building in Marion,...

Marion VA to host Vietnam War 50th Commemoration Ceremony

Chicago, IL

Cairo, IL

CAIRO, Ill. (KFVS) - A groundbreaking ceremony for the new recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo off of Kessler Road was held at the site on Wednesday, March 29 at 4 p.m. Representatives from the city, county, Labor Local #773, Russell Construction and the developer were in attendance. According to a...

Groundbreaking for recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo, Ill.

Cape Girardeau, MO

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The grand opening for the Jefferson Community Center is on April 6, at 1 p.m. On August 13, 2021, there was a groundbreaking for the Jefferson Pool Project, which was a topic of discussion amongst city leaders for several years. The community center is located...

Jefferson Community Center grand opening in April

Jackson, MO

JACKSON, Mo. (KFVS) - People are beginning to fill the pews, now that churches have returned to in-person services, according to the PEW Research Center. But, that comprehensive report also shows churches still recovering from pandemic attendance loss. Pastor Troy Richards at First Baptist Church in Jackson said “all of...

Churches in the Heartland recovering post pandemic

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The Cape Girardeau Public School District announced changes to its leadership team. According to a release from the school district, they plan to replace one deputy superintendent position and shift duties to allow for more direct academic support to buildings under an assistant superintendent of academic services.

Cape Girardeau Public Schools announces changes to district leadership team

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Rising drug shortages in the U.S. are impacting not only those out shopping for medicines they need, but pharmacies looking to treat patients as well. According to a report from the Senate Homeland and Security Committee, drug shortages reached a five-year peak at the end...

Drug shortage continues to affect Heartland pharmacies

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Man arrested in connection with Union County, Ill. shooting

The Brookport Bridge is back open. The span between Illinois and Kentucky has been closed since Monday due to icy conditions. Nicki Clark is live at...

Man arrested in connection with Union County, Ill. shooting

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