CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Carbondale has announced the Freedom-to-Freedom Celebration, a month-long series of free events honoring Juneteenth and the Fourth of July. The celebration, which runs from June 7 to July 4, includes educational and family-friendly events throughout the Carbondale area. The African American Museum of Southern Illinois and nearly 30 local organizations have partnered to…
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — A golf scramble fundraiser is set for this weekend in Marion to benefit children with limb differences. The event is organized by NubAbility Athletics Foundation, a nonprofit that provides coaching in 23 mainstream sports for kids with limb differences. Proceeds will support a summer program for over 150 children, offering specialized coaching and mentorship to build…
SPRINGFIELD, Ill., (KBSI) — The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has named Chief Michele Pankow as Illinois’ first female State Fire Marshal. Pankow brings 32 years of experience from the Rockford Fire Department, where she rose through the ranks to become chief. The OSFM says Pankow’s leadership and commitment to public safety make her an ideal fit for…
KENNETT, Mo., (KBSI) – Motorists are advised to exercise caution while traveling eastbound on Highway 412 at the floodway bridges due to a crash. The driver sustained minor injuries, but cleanup efforts are expected to take some time. Categories: News Tags: Kennett, Missouri
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) – A candy shop, Hadley’s Candy, opened its doors on Jackson Street in downtown Perryville in 2023. Co-owner Hadley Warren, who has dreamed of owning a business since childhood, opened the shop with her mother, Morgan. The mother-daughter duo aimed to bring a sweet treat option to the community, which they felt was needed. The shop features…
SCOTT CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — Marissa Roe, a convicted sex offender wanted for failing to register, is in custody after being located Tuesday night, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office said. The sheriff’s office thanked the public for their help and encouraged continued reporting of suspicious activity or individuals potentially violating the law. Categories: News Tags: Missouri, scott county
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Police Department will host a fundraiser to support the Missouri Police Canine Association Training Conference. The “Paw-some Pet Wash” will be held June 22 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Mississippi Mutts, 609 Broadway. Officers will wash dogs to raise funds for the conference, which will be hosted in Cape Girardeau…
PADUCAH, Ky. — Reidland Elementary School has earned the Family Friendly Schools Certification from the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence. The certification recognizes the school’s success in building effective partnerships with families and the community. “Reidland Elementary has demonstrated a strong commitment to involving families in their students’ education,” said Brigitte Blom, president and CEO of the Prichard Committee. The…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Foundation will host National Movement Day on Wednesday, June 4, at the Cape LaCroix Trail. The free event, which begins with registration at 5 p.m. and kickoff at 5:30 p.m. at the Osage Centre Trailhead, will feature a 1-mile fun run/bike, 5K and scavenger hunt. Participants can cool down…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Fourteen Perryville High School seniors received the Glory of Missouri Awards on May 16, recognizing their embodiment of 14 virtues carved into the Missouri State Capitol’s House of Representatives Chambers. The virtues, established in the 1920s, are Knowledge, Liberty, Equality, Law, Justice, Fraternity, Education, Progress, Honor, Truth, Virtue, Temperance, Enterprise and Charity. Award recipients and their…
GORDONVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) – Firefighters underwent training Sunday on drafting operations and toured the district to familiarize themselves with established dry hydrants. Dry hydrants are non-pressurized piping systems installed in water sources such as ponds or streams, providing a consistent water supply for firefighting in areas without traditional hydrants. The department expressed gratitude to community members who allow access to…
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a structure fire on Cedar Lane at 5:28 p.m. Tuesday. No injuries were reported, but the house sustained heavy damage, according to the Dexter Fire Department. Categories: News Tags: Dexter, Missouri
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — Vienna High School has achieved 100% completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, making it one of only seven schools in Illinois to reach this milestone. According to the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, Vienna is the only school outside of Chicago to achieve 100% completion and has the largest senior class among the top…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Brandy McIntire, a marketing consultant with KBSI FOX23, has joined the Community Counseling Center Foundation’s board of directors. McIntire, a longtime advocate for mental health, brings 23 years of experience in various roles, including work with the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce and the United Way of Southeast Missouri. “Brandy’s enthusiasm and passion for addressing…
WENATCHEE, Wash. (AP) — A Washington state father is wanted for murder after his three young daughters were reported missing and then found dead. Police on Tuesday asked the public for help in finding the father of the girls, Travis Decker, 32. He is wanted for three counts of murder and kidnapping, the Wenatchee Police Department said. A police…
PITTSBURG, Ill., (KBSI) — Frank M. Walker was taken into custody May 28, 2025, after deputies responded to a disturbance report at Big Daddy’s Liquor and Fuel. According to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, Walker was accused of striking an employee repeatedly after being told he was not welcome in the business. A second employee restrained Walker until deputies arrived….
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a structure fire early Monday morning at approximately 1:50 a.m. More details to come. Categories: News Tags: Dexter, Missouri
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Riverfront Market will host the Marketeers Festival on Saturday, June 7. The festival, designed for kids, will feature various activities, including: — Planter painting hosted by The Bank of Missouri — Market scavenger hunt hosted by Old Town Cape, Inc. — Petting zoo provided by Mesta Meadows Participants will have the chance to…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) – Fred Finnell, base pilot supervisor, has achieved a remarkable feat, surpassing 4,000 patient flights with Air Evac Lifeteam. Finnell’s distinguished career spans over 35 years, demonstrating unwavering dedication, commitment and expertise. His accomplishment has impacted countless lives, families and communities, earning him admiration from colleagues and setting a high standard for the organization. Categories: News Tags:…
FARMINGTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A benefit event is scheduled for June 21, 2025, to support Christopher Menz and Donnie Essner, two Southeast Traffic Signal and Light District employees injured while working in Jackson, Missouri. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Overland 573 Expeditions & Outfitters, located at 1000 E. Woodlawn Drive. The benefit will…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A police investigation led to the arrest of Thomas Bean in connection with an alleged assault. According to the probable cause statement, the victim reported being assaulted by Bean at a residence in Cape Girardeau on May 31, 2025. The victim alleged that Bean grabbed her by the hair, pulled her to the ground, dragged…
LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo., (KBSI) — A Blue Alert issued for a man suspected of shooting a Missouri police officer on Sunday has been canceled, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. Thomas Eugene Tolbert, 27, was arrested Tuesday in Ellis County, Kansas, after law enforcement received a tip that he might be staying at a local hotel. The Hays Police…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri Department of Conservation confirmed the presence of eels in the state’s waters, thanks to a photo submitted by Steve Hite of Environmental Restoration, LLC. The photo shows an eel caught and released Monday in the Mississippi River south of Plattin Creek, near Festus. Interestingly, all eels found in Missouri are female. Female eels…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – Saint Francis Healthcare System praised two nurses, Grace Hellman, RN, and Taylor Heskett, RN, for swiftly identifying stroke symptoms in a patient ready for discharge. Their prompt action led to the patient receiving TNK, a clot-busting medication that restores blood flow and minimizes brain damage when administered quickly. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, Missouri