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Unity, SJO, Oakwood and Salt Fork players earn All-State recognition

Eleven area players received All-State recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association this week. Keegan Germano (Unity), Zeke Young (Monticello) and Cameron Wagner (St. Joseph-Ogden) are three of 11 football players earning spots on the IHSFCA All-State list this fall. URBANA - In Class 1A, Oakwood running back Kyler Johnson and Salt Fork's Zayden Bromley received first-team recognition from the Illinois High School Football Coaches Association. Fisher defensive back Andrew Todd and Oakwood lineman Walker Enos earned honorable mention nods. Five players from area Class 3A programs made the annual list. St. Joseph-Ogden offensive lineman Cameron Wagner , Unity linebacker Keegan Germano and Monticello receiver Zeke Young were named among Illinois' top small-school players. The Spartans' Lane McKinney earned an honorable mention at quarterback, while the Rockets' Michael Hardin made the list at running back. Lane McKinney St. Joseph-Ogden Michael Hardin Unity From the eastern side of Champaign County, Mahomet-Seymour running back Marco Casillas was the only area player recognized in Class 4A and above. Rounding out the list was St. Thomas More's Sam Kluesner, who earned an honorable mention in 8-man football. Players will be introduced prior of their respective classes state championship game at Hancock Stadium

Oakwood, IL · 2d
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CCC introducing new program in 5 southeast Mo. counties

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - The Community Counseling Center (CCC) is introducing a new program that will serve Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry and Ste. Genevieve Counties. The Early Diversion program will help people facing mental health challenges get treatment and support before an arrest or being booked into...

Madison County, MO · 2d
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One final whistle: Redbirds’ season ends in semifinal heartbreak

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Illinois State women's soccer fell 1-0 to Southern Illinois in the Missouri Valley Conference semifinals, bringing its postseason journey and hard-fought season to a close. Rylann Law had the first quality scoring opportunity of the match in the 27th minute. Her shot was on target, but...

Normal, IL · 1d
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Holiday-themed historic sites tour in Cape Girardeau County

CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo. (Heartland News) - The Cape Girardeau County History Center and Legacy Preservation Enterprise are coming together to host an eight-stop, holiday-themed tour. It’s set for noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 29 and will take tourists on a journey through the Jackson area. Abraham...

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Carbondale football ready for another road trip as Terriers prepare for first quarterfinal game since 1992

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- After a rocky past two seasons, winning three games in back-to-back years, Carbondale has rallied to win 10 games and counting in 2026, preparing to compete in the school's first quarterfinal game since 1992 as the Terriers will face Providence Catholic on the road in the 5A Playoffs Saturday afternoon.

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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‘Purple with a Purpose’ brings awareness to Southern Illinois' homeless youth

METROPOLIS, Ill. — While Metropolis is known as the Home of Superman, purple bows around the Superman statue are serving as a reminder that not all Massac County residents have a place to call home, which is especially hard for its youngest residents. For the second year, Regional Office...

Massac County, IL · 1d

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Bryant Wolfin wins race for district seat

Bryant Wolfin, the incumbent republican candidate for the 145th district of the Missouri house of representatives, won over democrat Carl Kinsky in last week’s midterm election. Wolfin received 65% of the vote in Ste. Genevieve county and 75% of the vote in Perry County. “I have to thank the...

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Green wins District 146 state representative seat in midterm

Republican Lucas Green won the race for District 146 state representative during the 2026 midterm election on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The election saw a 50.0% turnout rate in Cape Girardeau County, with 28,074 of 56,162 registered voters casting a ballot. According to the unofficial election results, Green won with 72.35%...

Cape Girardeau County, MO · 2d

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Warming centers, shelters in the Heartland 2026

(Heartland News) - Some warming centers in the Heartland are open as temperatures get much colder in the area. You can email us information about a warming center in your community at news@kfvs12.com. We’ll continue to update this list as learn of more. Missouri. Cape Girardeau County. The Cape...

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West Frankfort football gearing up for first state quarterfinal game in 40 years

WEST FRANKFORT, Ill. -- Words like 'wild' and 'surreal' were thrown around at West Frankfort's Wednesday afternoon practice, as for the second time in program history, and the first time in 40 years, the Redbirds are preparing for a State Quarterfinal game. With a chance to become the first team...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d

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WEST FRANKFORT AND FLORA FIREFIGHTERS TURN FOOTBALL RIVALRY INTO CHARITABLE CHALLENGE

A friendly rivalry between the West Frankfort and Flora fire departments is turning Saturday’s high school football matchup between the Redbirds and Wolves at Flora into an opportunity to support two charitable causes. West Frankfort Firefighters IAFF Local 2402 and the Flora Volunteer Fire Department have agreed to make...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d

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Southern Illinois Beats Richmond 80-70 Behind Mayo Jr.’s 25 Points

Southern Illinois defeated Richmond 80–70 on Thursday in Carbondale, with Damien Mayo Jr. scoring 25 points and dishing six assists. The post Southern Illinois Beats Richmond 80-70 Behind Mayo Jr.’s 25 Points appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Coats for Kids donation drive underway in Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Salvation Army of Cape Girardeau and 93.9 Mike FM are encouraging residents to donate winter clothing during a Coats for Kids drive Thursday, Nov. 12. The donation drive is taking place at Schnucks in Cape Girardeau until 6 p.m. Organizers are collecting gently...

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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Boil water order announced for parts of West Frankfort following water line damage

WEST FRANKFORT, Ill. (KBSI) — A boil water order will be issued for portions of West Frankfort after a water line was struck, potentially disrupting service for some residents. According to the West Frankfort Mayor’s Office, customers in the affected areas may experience a temporary loss of water service...

West Frankfort, IL · 1d

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Honoring Our Nation’s Veterans

This week, folks across southeast Missouri gathered at American Legion posts, VFW halls, and cemeteries to honor the men and women who served our great country in the United States Armed Forces. Every American owes our service members a debt of gratitude for protecting the freedoms we hold dear, and repaying that debt starts with how we treat them when they come home.

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Carbondale ice cream shop teams up with spice maker for seasonal flavor

CARBONDALE, Ill. (Heartland News) -A local ice cream shop is using a seasonal spice from another local business in a new flavor. Chilly Jilly’s is using a seasonal spice from The Jay Effect in its ice cream and waffle cones. Owner Kevin Quinn said the shop supports local businesses...

Carbondale, IL · 1d

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Preview: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Magic Ballet is coming to SEMO

The Cape Girardeau community has a chance to feel the Christmas magic early this holiday season. “Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet” will be coming to Southeast Missouri State University on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The performance will take place at SEMO’s Donald C. Bendell Performance Hall. The show starts at 7:30 pm.

Cape Girardeau, MO · 1d

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Ameren Illinois to host public meetings on proposed Mississippi River transmission line

GRAND TOWER, Ill. (KBSI) – Ameren Illinois will host public meetings Nov. 17 and 18 to gather feedback on a proposed electrical transmission line connecting Missouri and Illinois across the Mississippi River. The Grand Tower Crossing Project would include construction of approximately 4 miles of new 138-kilovolt transmission line...

Grand Tower, IL · 13h