Hotel, restaurant owners offer to pay for Cape Girardeau tourism study

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Local hotel and restaurant owners are prepared to pay a Chicago-based firm about $100,000 to assess Cape Girardeau’s tourism potential beyond sports tourism, according to a plan presented to the city council on Monday. Jeff Maurer of Mayson Capital Partners pitched the plan...

Turkey bowling brings Thanksgiving giveaways to Armstrong Outdoors

JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) — Armstrong Outdoors is combining a friendly competition with help for Thanksgiving dinner, offering turkeys and grocery gift cards during a turkey bowling event Saturday, Nov. 7. Owner Kevin Armstrong said the idea came from a business in the St. Louis area that held a similar...

Play That Goes Wrong is Going Right

At Farmington High School, students in the FHS Theatre Guild are currently rehearsing to perform the show “The Play That Goes Wrong.” This show is an entertaining comedy show, and all types of people can come to join in the magic of theatre. The show will be performed at the Truman auditorium on the show dates of November 5th and 6th at 7:00pm, and November 8th at 3:00pm.

Trail Cam Captures Mountain Lion Near Cape Girardeau, Missouri

A trail cam reportedly near Cape Girardeau, Missouri appears to show a mountain lion strolling through the woods.

Two Furniture Galleries Are Only Part Of This Missouri Antique Mall’s 52,000-Square-Foot Treasure Hunt

Somewhere in Missouri, an antique mall sells vintage glassware, sports memorabilia, and locally raised Blue Bison sausage under one roof. Yes, sausage. I had to read that twice too. The building stretches past 52,000 square feet. It holds more than 350 dealer spaces, and that count includes 265 booths and...

Trail Cam Captures Mountain Lion Near Cape Girardeau, Missouri

A trail cam reportedly near Cape Girardeau, Missouri appears to show a mountain lion strolling through the woods.

Six Generations Later, This Missouri Family Still Makes The German Sausage That Started Its Business In The 1870s

A German-style bologna recipe from the 1870s is still being made by the same family today. Six generations have kept it going. That’s longer than most of us can trace our own family trees. The part I find surprising is how hands-on it all stays. Spice batches get mixed...

Heartland Cares: SEMO Food Bank to host 'Empty Bowls'

Heartland Cares: SEMO Food Bank to host 'Empty Bowls'

The 8 Illinois Restaurants That Deserve A Spot On Your Foodie Bucket List Right Now

Ready to find the best restaurants in Illinois for your foodie bucket list?. These 8 restaurants serve up incredible flavors and unforgettable dining experiences!. 1. Alongi’s Italian Restaurant (Du Quoin) Some restaurants just feel like a warm hug the moment you walk in. Alongi’s Italian Restaurant in Du Quoin...

Cape Girardeau celebrates Mahjong Day as players raise money for Mac’s Mission

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — A gathering at The Perch Mahjong Lounge brought players together Sunday to support rescue dogs and celebrate the friendships that prompted a special recognition from the city. Mayor Robbie Guard declared Nov. 1, 2026, Cape Girardeau Mahjong Day during the lounge’s “Hunting for Mahjong”...

This 1950s Missouri Soda Fountain In Ste. Genevieve Still Mixes Phosphates The Old-Fashioned Way

The waffle cones at this little shop can still be warm when they land in your hand. That alone would earn a detour. Then you learn the ice cream comes in flights, four flavors lined up like a tasting menu for sweet tooths. The shop sits in an old building...

Nestled In Southern Illinois Is A Relaxing Lake Haven With Scenic Camping, Fishing, And Boating

Southern Illinois, ensconced between the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, is known for its agriculture and opportunities for outdoor recreation. Due to its abundance of crops and proximity to these major rivers, over time, the southernmost portion of The Land of Lincoln became known as Egypt. Right in the center of this region is one of the primary venues for a variety of outdoor activities: Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge. One of the main draws of this sprawling wildlife refuge is Crab Orchard Lake, a nearly 7,000-acre reservoir that is an ideal location for fishing, boating, waterskiing, camping, and more.

Southern Illinois Barbecue Joints Have Been Smoking Pork For Decades, And 8 Stand Out

Down in Southern Illinois, barbecue is less of a trend and more of a family habit. Small towns from Jonesboro to Harrisburg have been feeding folks sliced pork, ribs, and pork steaks for generations, often from the same corner lot. Some of these spots have been around since before your...

Halloween events in Cape Girardeau

This Missouri Train Ride Serves A Chuck Wagon Dinner Aboard Vintage Rail Cars

Outlaws stop this train on purpose, and the kids on board usually cheer about it. The robbery is part of the ticket, and the crew stages it with real flair. The cars are antique, the crew is made up entirely of volunteers, and the menu of themed rides runs surprisingly long. One of those rides is billed as a chuck wagon trip, which sounds like supper with a side of the Old West.

Missouri Dept. of Conservation to enforce new permit policy at certain shooting ranges

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - If you enjoy going to shooting ranges in Missouri, you’ll want to be aware of a new restriction coming next year. On October 23, the Missouri Department of Conservation approved a regulation change for unstaffed shooting ranges. Starting in March of next year,...

Campers will need permits to camp on MDC areas starting in March

The Missouri Conservation Commission gave final approval at its Oct. 23 open meeting in Cape Girardeau to regulation changes from the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) that would require campers to purchase a permit to camp on MDC areas starting in March 2027. The regulation changes included other details regarding camping on MDC areas.

Barkley pursues long-awaited beach flight route

PADUCAH — Driving to the beach can be a long journey for Kentuckians, but Barkley Regional Airport is working to eliminate that barrier for the local community. On Monday, Marketing Manager and Public Information Officer Kat Byars shared that the Barkley airport aims to establish a coastal flight route and is currently looking into creating pitches for airlines. While the exact destination is uncertain, Byars said Barkley has narrowed it down to five or 10 possible locations.

Missouri sets new permit rules for unstaffed shooting ranges

The Missouri Conservation Commission has given final approval to a Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) regulation requiring most users of the agency’s unstaffed firearms shooting ranges to possess a valid small-game hunting permit beginning in March 2027. The commission approved the regulation during its Oct. 23 open meeting in...