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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

PADUCAH, Ky. (KFVS) - Paducah police are searching for a couple after they brought their two-year-old daughter to the emergency room, and the child tested positive for cocaine. 27-year-olds Chrishell Burns and Jakyron Burnside of Jarrett Street, Paducah are charged with second-degree criminal abuse. Detectives said Burns brought the child...

Paducah couple wanted after their 2-year-old daughter tested positive for Cocaine

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.

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

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Cape Girardeau, MO

EAST CAPE GIRARDEAU, Ill. (KFVS) - The state fire marshal is investigating a deadly house fire in East Cape Girardeau. According to Alexander County Coroner Joseph Thurston, one person died in the fire. He identified the woman as 66-year-old Katherine Kelley. An autopsy will be conducted later in the week.

Coroner IDs woman killed in East Cape Girardeau fire; fire marshal investigating

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.

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.

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

Williamson County, IL

Cairo, MO

Crews were on the scene of a large field fire Tuesday afternoon, March 28. A recreational marijuana dispensary will open in Cairo off of Kessler Road. Crews were on the scene of a large field fire Tuesday afternoon, March 28. Local churches recovering post COVID. Updated: 9 hours ago. |

Local church leaders recover from post pandemic attendance

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

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

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.

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

Anna, IL

UNION COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - A section of U.S. Highway 51 south of Anna, Illinois is reopened after a vehicle accident. The roadway was closed from Brady Mill Road to Sadler Road in Union Co.

Traffic Alert: U.S. Highway 51 reopened after vehicle accident

Washington State

CAIRO, Ill. (KFVS) - The 2nd annual Cairo Magnolia Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, May 6. Hosted by the Cairo Historical Preservation Project, Inc., the fundraiser will once again be held on the grounds of the historic 1869 Magnolia Manor on Washington Avenue in Cairo. You can buy tickets through...

Cairo historical group to host 2nd annual Magnolia Celebration

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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John A. Logan College student accused of making threats to other students

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - A man is in custody and accused of making threats to harm fellow students at John A. Logan College. According to...

John A. Logan College student accused of making threats to other students

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