Storms possible into Tuesday

Isolated storms are possible on and off through Tuesday morning. You can keep track of the alerts in this link: SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS You can follow the storms on our radar in this link: RADAR Scattered storms will be possible through the first half of Tuesday. After that, we dry out Wednesday and Thursday, but another storm chance comes our…

Sikeston Department of Public Safety honoring Police Week

SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – This week the Sikeston Department of Public Safety officers will be wearing mourning bands for National Police Week. May 15, 2023 is National Peace Officers Memorial Day. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed that May 15 would serve as this day and during the week in which May 15 fell would serve as National Police…

Paint and Sip: A Mother’s Day to remember at Alto Vineyards

ALTO PASS, Ill. (KBSI) – It’s a day to celebrate Mom, and even more so, a day to spend quality time with her. That is exactly what dozens of women got the chance to do at Alto Vineyards on this Mother’s Day.  One of those women, Cobden resident Andilee Warner, spent the day with her mother Sandy Lanzi at Sunday’s…

Better Business Bureau warns of increased phishing scams with new AI programs 

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning to consumers about the potential increase in phishing scams due to new artificial intelligence (AI) programs, such as ChatGPT.   BBB Regional Director Whitney Quick advised people not to believe everything they see online and to use a healthy amount of skepticism when contacted by someone…

“Anything that goes ‘vroom, vroom, vroom'”: Mayfest Car Show gives back, brings people and cars of all ages together

PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – For three decades, the Mayfest Car Show has been welcoming people and cars of all ages, and the HIWAY RODDERS use it as a tool to give back to the community.  HIWAY RODDERS President Mike Wortmann described the various ways the car club gives back.  “We have some local families we get some Christmas gifts, but…

Cape Girardeau food pantry provides assistance to those in need

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Catholic Social Ministry Food Pantry was in full force on Saturday, handing out food to all who came by.   Located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, the pantry has been helping individuals and families in need since 2006.  Director Jim Keusenkothan and his team of volunteers work hard to organize food items and fill up…

Perryville High School Student Council brings in ‘Pirate Pantry’

PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI)- Drew Layton a Senior at Perryville High School and the Student Council President put together a plan to help his fellow classmates. Kate Martin, the Communications Director at Perry County School District #32 says, “The student council president, Drew Layton came to me a few months ago was looking for additional projects and they wanted to know…

Scattered showers are likely Saturday

Saturday we will see scattered showers throughout the day, not everyone will see heavy precipitation. The chance for isolated showers continues for Mother’s Day on Sunday, with periods of on and off precipitation. We end the weekend with temperatures in the upper 80s. Monday will be partly cloudy with temperatures dipping into the upper 70s.   Stormcast is showing scattered…

Nontraditional student wins award recognized by Missouri governor

Jodi Beckett (sitting) with instructor Amy WendelCAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Cape Career and Technology Center female student Jodi Beckett won the “Breaking Traditions” award for excelling in the computer technology field usually dominated by males. The Computer Networking instructor at CTC Amy Wendel explains what this award means to their school and students. “The Breaking Traditions Award is awarded…

Spanish Street parking lot closes for Cape’s Riverfront Market

Spectrum Record Lounge, downtown Cape GirardeauCAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – In downtown Cape Girardeau, the city is preparing for the Riverfront Market. On Saturday, the Spanish Street parking lot will be closed to make room for baked goods, fresh produce, food trucks, and other vendors coming to the riverfront area. The market will also have live music for shoppers to…

S.A.L.T. hosts annual law enforcement memorial ceremony

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Thursday evening’s law enforcement ceremony at Cape Bible Chapel paid respects to the 53 officers in 13 counties in southeast Missouri who have lost their lives in the line of duty.  Cape Girardeau County Sheriff Ruth Ann Dickerson, who has participated in a number of these ceremonies, said the emotions come back every year.  “You…

City of Cape, Public Works have openings

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI)- If you are one of the many people facing unemployment in the Cape Girardeau area, City of Cape Public Works is looking to hire and help with requirements. Director, Stan Polovick says that working for the city is extremely beneficial: “We get to serve the public every day, you see the results of your work, every…

Cape Girardeau firefighters put out car fire

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Cape Girardeau firefighters responded to a car fire at Bloomfield and Kingshighway Thursday afternoon around 4 p.m. They were quickly able to put out the fire. The people in the car are safe. The driver of the vehicle doesn’t know what caused the engine to ignite, but pulled into a parking lot away from vehicles…

Gibson Center introduces new mobile unit

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Gibson Center for Behavioral Change celebrated the grand debut of its new mobile unit. “They’ve been assessing the need for some time,” said Dr. Vera Campbell-Jones, nursing professor at the Southeast Missouri State University. The mobile unit will be used to serve surrounding communities and counties that do not have easy access to behavioral…

3-vehicle crash in Cape Girardeau

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Broadway Street in Cape Girardeau is back open after a crash involving three vehicles. Cape Girardeau Police Public Information Officer Bobby Newton says the crash happened on Broadway near the intersection of Clark. Newton says there are possible injuries. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, crash, Missouri

1 killed in crash in Jackson

JACKSON, Mo. (KBSI) – A Cape Girardeau woman died in a crash in Jackson Tuesday afternoon. Jackson police responded to a crash on US 61 eastbound near the intersection of Walton Drive at 4:52 p.m. One vehicle was eastbound on US 61 in a lane after Walton Drive when another tried to turn south into a private drive. The the…

Fitness Plus

Fitness Plus is a facility for fitness, wellness, nutrition and rehabilitation. Sandy Duncan is the manager of Fitness Plus at Saint Francis Medical Center. Other than membership, Fitness Plus offers a variety of things. They have exercise classes, personal training, swim lessons and massage. In celebration of Mother’s Day, Fitness Plus is giving away a mini photo session with Michaela…

Residents clean up storm damage

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Residents experienced turbulent weather Monday night when high winds, large hail, and torrential rain swept through the region. One Advance couple was awakened to more than just thunder and lightning when a large tree crashed into their home while they were getting ready for bed. “I was watching TV in the basement and my wife…

Cape Girardeau’s Community Counseling Center Foundation kicks off Mental Health Awareness Month

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Community Counseling Center Foundation held an event Sunday evening to kick off Mental Health Awareness Month.   The event was sponsored by and coordinated by Community Counseling Center Foundation.  State Representative John Voss presented a resolution from the Missouri House that he co-authored with Rep. Barry Hovis of District 146, as well as a…

Perryville getting ready for Mayfest

PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – The Chamber of Commerce in Perryville is getting ready for its annual Mayfest. The Mayfest is a kickoff to the summer where vendors of all kinds come to sell their goods, and all can enjoy live music and carnival rides. The Mayfest carnival is in town May 10-13. Friday, May 12 1 p.m. – plant sale…