ANNA, Ill. (KBSI) – Book sales proved benefits to not only libraries, but to those who visit them. Rose Hogan, a Friends of the Library board volunteer at Stinson Memorial Public Library, says book sales help libraries like Stinson greatly. “It gives them an opportunity to move books that have been in their circulation, but haven’t been checked out in…
Sunday will be stormy throughout the day. There is a Slight Risk for Severe Weather in place for much of the KBSI viewing area. The storm activity clears out overnight Sunday into Monday. Mostly sunny skies for both Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures cool into the lower 80s in the next three days. A Slight Risk (level 2/5) is in…
MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – In 2005, Bryan Anderson lost both of his legs and his left hand while serving in Baghdad. Now, he is an ambassador for the Gary Sinise Foundation. “We don’t let veterans fall through the crack, and they’re getting the care that the need,” Anderson said. The proceeds from Saturday’s car show at Mountain Dew Park go to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – 17 teams and 60 talented skaters came to Cape Girardeau Roller Derby’s first-ever Summer Slam event. The summer slam tournament took place at the A.C. Brase Arena in Cape Girardeau. Kristin Rickman, also known as Fakin’ Bacon with Cape Girardeau Roller Derby says it’s great to see how the sport of roller derby…
SCOTT CITY, Mo. (KBSI) – For years, Bob’s Food Liner provided those who live in Scott City and the surrounding areas with a convenient place to get groceries. And Darlene Carre, who has lived in Scott City for more than two decades, said since Bob’s closed, things just aren’t the same. “It wasn’t just a grocery store,” Carre said. Carre…
FRANKFORT, Ky. (KBSI) – More than $4.4 million will go to 50.4 miles of Kentucky roads to repair and boost roadway safety. The transportation funding will go toward 31 local governments, 26 counties and five cities. The funding is administered through the Department of Rural and Municipal Aid of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, for a total of $4,479,055. “This project…
Daytime Saturday will be mostly sunny, as the evening hours arrive so will the overnight storm chances. The storm activity will continue throughout Sunday, with a Slight Risk for Severe Weather in place. Damaging winds, large hail and an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out. Temperatures will warm up for the weekend as hazy conditions improve. An hourly look…
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – The Carbondale Police Department recently received 60 copies of Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement by Kevin Gilmartin, which Deputy Chief Anthony Williams said helps law enforcement and their families navigate stress and anxiety associated with the job. “Police officers, sometimes their personalities can be affected by what we see, by what we deal with,” he said….
The sunshine continues on Friday and early morning Saturday. Storm chances arrive Saturday evening with better chances throughout the day on Sunday. Temperatures will be staying comfortable in the 80s heading into the weekend. There will be many chances to get outside and see some sun on Friday, overall a nice end to the work week with a lot…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Tensions ran high in Cape Girardeau following a recent city council meeting that approved funding for the SEMO football stadium, leaving local law enforcement officers and their supporters deeply disappointed. Bryan Blanner, Vice President of Missouri Fraternal Order of Police – Lodge 51, pointed out the significant disparities in resources faced by their members compared…
Cape Girardeau, Mo. (KBSI23) – Law enforcement officers and first responders initiated a summer program aimed at fostering stronger connections with the community. The highly anticipated Neighborhood Roll Call program by the Cape Girardeau Police Department is back. This event provides an opportunity for the community to meet officers and gain insights into the happenings in their neighborhoods. …
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – When it comes to being a gun owner, there are things you need to think about when it comes to safety. Cape Girardeau Police Department has the tips you need to know. Rich McCall, the Training Coordinator with the Cape Girardeau Police Department said, “Owning a gun in the home, one, the parents need to…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Historic Preservation Commission has released its Endangered Buildings and Watch Lists, which designate buildings in danger of being lost. City Planner Ryan Shrimplin said the buildings on the Endangered Buildings List, like the old F.W. Woolworth Co. building on Main Street, are an integral part of the fabric of the city. “The…
FREDERICKTOWN, Mo. (KBSI) – The Fredericktown Fire Department responded to a brush/rubbish fire on Tuesday, June 6. It happened in the 900 block of High Street. The fire was set and left unattended, according to the fire department. It is not currently burn season in Fredericktown. Residents can visit fredericktownfire.com/burn-policy for information on open burning ordinances in the City of…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear joined officials from Graves County and leaders from Osmundson Mfg. Co. to break ground on the company’s new multimillion-dollar manufacturing facility on Wednesday. The facility will create 80 jobs over the coming years. “Manufacturing is Kentucky’s largest industry, and the economic momentum the sector is experiencing shows no sign of slowing…
KIRKSEY, Ky. (KBSI) – Calloway County Fire & Rescue warns residents to be smart and vigilant when burning or because of dry conditions. Around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3 Calloway County Fire & Rescue was dispatched to the 700 block of Washer Road in the Kirksey community for a call of a wheat field on fire, less than one…
METROPOLIS, Ill. (KBSI) – With just days to go until the Superman Celebration in Metropolis, authorities there are urging community members to help the city shine. The Superman Celebration runs Friday, June 9-Sunday, June 11. Celebrity guests include Tyler Hoechlin, Nicole Maines and Jesse Rath. Tap here to view the schedule of events. The Metropolis Police Department asks residents to…
MARION, Ill. (KBSI) – With the summer season getting into full swing, more motorcycles are on the roads. That has authorities urging motorcyclists and drivers alike to pay extra attention while out and about. The warning has extra urgency after a Perryville man died in a motorcycle crash in Perry County Sunday evening. David Rick Beck, 60, was driving a…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Cape Girardeau police ask for any information from the public after police chased the same vehicle twice on Tuesday. An officer with the Cape Girardeau Police Department tried to conduct a traffic stop on a silver Kia Optima for a traffic violation in the area of S. Sprigg and Highway 74 around 4:15 p.m. on…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in June. (Source: Cape Girardeau City Council)Alzheimers Proclamation (Source: Cape Girardeau City Council) Categories: News Tags: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Cape Girardeau City Council
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau City Council held a proclamation for LGBTQ+ Pride Month at its meeting on June 5. Pride Month proclamation (Source: Cape Girardeau City Council) Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau City Council, LGBTQ+ Pride Month, proclamation
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – New pickleball courts are coming to Cape Girardeau. The former Thorngate building located at 1515 Independence Street is being repurposed into a pickleball court and car park. Demolition started over the weekend on the 63,000 square foot project. One half of the building will house 14 fenced-in climate controlled pickleball only courts. The remaining half…
CAIRO, Ill. (KBSI) – The vibrant atmosphere at the Harold S. Jones Arts Center in Cairo came alive Monday night as the 19th Annual Southern Illinois Music Festival kicked off, showcasing a variety of musical genres to captivate both residents of Cairo and neighboring areas. Harold S. Jones, the owner of the Harold S. Jones Fine Arts Center, expressed his…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Firefighters came together for a good cause in memory of late Fire Chief Ivan LaGrand. The Ivan LaGrand Memorial Scholarship fundraiser and concert was held on Sunday at Scout Hall in Cape Girardeau to raise money for local citizens and youth who would like to pursue a career as a first responder but can’t afford…