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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

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

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.

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.

Expanding Thrillville Marion, Ill. Leaders in Marion, Illinois said the new developments planned around the Thrillville Thrillbillies’ ballpark will be a “game changer” for the city. Updated: 7 hours ago. |. It’s all in an effort to add new attractions for the community and visitors to enjoy....

Drug shortages continue

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

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.

Cape Girardeau, MO

The celebration is on for the national champions, John A. Logan basketball team. Two men from Western Kentucky are arrested following an investigation involving sexual exploitation of a teenaged girl. Shooting in Steele injures several people. Updated: 6 hours ago. |. Steele Police responded to a shooting last night at...

Shots fired in Cape Girardeau; vehicle towed for evidence

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

Perry County, MO

Perryville, MO

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

Cairo, IL

CAIRO, Ill. (KFVS) - A recreational marijuana dispensary will open in Cairo off of Kessler Road. According to a release from the Cairo mayor’s office, Blounts & Moore, LLC will build and operate an adult-use recreational marijuana dispensary. They said the new 3,200-square-foot facility will be located on Kessler Road next to Exit 1 on Interstate 57.

Groundbreaking scheduled for recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo, Ill.

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) - 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

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

MARION, Ill. (KFVS) - Leaders in Marion, Illinois said the new developments planned around the Thrillville Thrillbillies’ ballpark will be a “game changer” for the city. The home of the newest Prospect League baseball team, Mtn Dew Park, is set to have a sports complex, shopping district, golf-themed entertainment complex and more in the area.

New businesses and attractions planned around Mtn Dew Park

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

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Man accused of threatening other students at JALC

Crews were on the scene of a fire at a vacant church Monday morning, February 6. Illinois looking into warehouse safety. U.S. Agriculture propose new nutrition...

Man accused of threatening other students at JALC

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