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Stoddard County Ambulance District discusses tax reduction, opioid abatement efforts with commission

FOX23 News at 9 p.m
Sasha Moore,

BLOOMFIELD, Mo., (KBSI) — The Stoddard County Ambulance District met Monday morning with the Stoddard County Commission to discuss two initiatives aimed at reducing taxpayer burden and enhancing public safety. District officials outlined plans for a property tax reduction initiative intended to lessen the burden on local property owners. The proposal would restructure how the district is funded to distribute…
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Perry County under no burn advisory amid severe drought conditions

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Sasha Moore,

PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) — The Perry County Commission has issued a no burn advisory for all of Perry County, including incorporated municipalities, citing ongoing drought conditions. The advisory was released Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, and will remain in effect until further notice. According to the commission, Perry County remains in a severe drought category as designated by the U.S. Drought…

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Kinder responds to fire union endorsement, defends public safety record ahead of April 7 election

FOX23 News at 9 p.m
Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau Mayor Stacy Kinder addressed a recent endorsement by the local firefighters union, which announced its support for her opponent in the April 7 mayoral election. In a statement, Kinder said she supports the city’s police officers and firefighters and pointed to pay increases implemented during her term. Since 2022, police officer pay has…
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Delta Companies Inc. Earns Statewide Asphalt Paving Award for Cape Girardeau Project

FOX23 News at 9 p.m
Sasha Moore,

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) —Delta Companies Inc. has received both statewide and national recognition for excellence in asphalt paving. The Missouri Asphalt Pavement Association recently awarded Delta second place in its Quality Paving and Construction Awards for private and commercial asphalt projects. The award was presented during the association’s annual recognition of top-performing asphalt work across Missouri. Delta was honored…

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Burglary reported at Kuttawa pharmacy; suspects flee on foot

FOX23 News at 9 p.m
Sasha Moore,

CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Ky. (KBSI) — Authorities are investigating a burglary at a Kuttawa pharmacy early Tuesday morning. Chief Deputy Sam Adams responded to a burglar alarm at approximately 3:25 a.m. Feb. 17 at McConnell Health Mart Pharmacy on Cedar Street, according to the sheriff’s office. Investigators determined that two unidentified suspects forcibly entered the business, damaging a door before attempting…
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ATV stolen from Sunnyside Loop property in Crittenden County

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Sasha Moore,

CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Authorities are investigating the theft of an all-terrain vehicle reported Sunday evening at a residence off KY 819, also known as Sunnyside Loop. Deputy Bobby Beeler responded to the complaint at approximately 6 p.m. Feb. 15, according to the sheriff’s office. Investigators said the property owner was preparing for an auction and had placed multiple…

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Kuttawa man arrested after allegedly brandishing knife during trespassing incident

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Sasha Moore,

CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Kuttawa man was arrested Friday after authorities said he brandished a knife at a property owner during a trespassing complaint. The Crittenden County Sheriff’s Office said deputies received a call at approximately 2:15 p.m. Feb. 20 regarding a trespassing incident off Green Road. A neighbor reported seeing a man on a friend’s property and…

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Man indicted on murder and kidnapping charges in Scott County

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Sasha Moore,

SCOTT COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Georgetown man has been indicted on charges of murder, kidnapping and tampering with physical evidence, authorities said. Deputies served a Scott County indictment warrant on Ryan T. Crawley, 41, at approximately 1:25 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, according to officials. Crawley is charged with one count of murder, one count of kidnapping resulting in death…

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Fully involved house fire reported on Spence Chapel Road in Graves County

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Sasha Moore,

GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Fire crews responded to a fully engulfed house fire Friday night in the 1000 block of Spence Chapel Road, according to the Graves County Sheriff’s Office. The fire was reported at approximately 9:40 p.m. Deputies at the scene said all occupants were able to escape the home safely. The American Red Cross has been contacted…

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School employee placed on leave after FBI tip sparks criminal investigation in Williamson County

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Sasha Moore,

CARTERVILLE, Ill., (KBSI) — The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office has launched a criminal investigation into a faculty member employed by Carterville Community Unit School District No. 5, authorities said. In a news release issued Saturday, the sheriff’s office said the investigation began after a lead from the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Investigators conducted a formal interview with an alleged victim…

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Orange Barrel Report Feb. 22

FOX23 News at 9 p.m
Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Multiple road closures are scheduled in western Kentucky and southeast Missouri as transportation crews complete bridge and culvert projects, officials said. A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet plans an extended closure of KY 1420, also known as Noble Road, at mile point 3.95 in McCracken County beginning at 8 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23. The…

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Armed suspect arrested after shelter-in-place issued near Du Quoin State Fairgrounds

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Sasha Moore,

PERRY COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — An armed and dangerous suspect was taken into custody late Sunday night after authorities issued a shelter-in-place order for residents near the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, officials said. The Perry County Emergency Management Agency alerted residents at approximately 9:26 p.m., advising them to shelter in place and lock their doors. According to law enforcement sources,…

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Cape Girardeau Fire Department Chaplain dies after cancer battle

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau Firefighters Local 1084 announced the death of department chaplain Pastor David Dissen on Feb. 19, 2026, following a battle with cancer. He was 33-year chaplain for the Cape Girardeau Fire Department. Dissen began serving the department in 1993 after the death of Firefighter Russ Henry. For more than three decades, he provided support…
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Chilly, Breezy to Start the Work Week

Dominic Ferraro,

A chilly start to the work week across the Heartland with a blustery afternoon ahead on Monday. We will need the coat for just a little while longer in Cape Girardeau before temperatures look to warm up later this week. Tonight, many of us will see temperatures well below average in the middle to upper teens. A breezy evening ahead…
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Breezy, Colder for Sunday

Dominic Ferraro,

After another chilly evening ahead of below average high temperatures on Sunday. Plenty of sunshine, though the strong winds will keep us on the colder side in the afternoon. Taking a close look at our low temperatures on Sunday morning, many of us will get down to the lower to middle 20s. A chilly evening ahead in Cape Girardeau, we…
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Vienna High School students selected as Illinois 4-H State Ambassadors

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Sasha Moore,

VIENNA, Ill. (KBSI) — Two Vienna High School juniors have been selected to serve as Illinois 4-H State Ambassadors. Bonnie Russell was named an Illinois 4-H State STEM Ambassador, and Grace Laubscher was selected as an Illinois 4-H State Art Ambassador. The roles allow students to represent 4-H at the state level while developing leadership, communication and advocacy skills. As…

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Mark Twain National Forest conducts prescribed burns in Reynolds and Madison counties

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Sasha Moore,

REYNOLDS AND MADISON COUNTIES, Mo., (KBSI) — The Mark Twain National Forest will conduct prescribed burns Tuesday at two additional locations as part of ongoing forest management efforts. Officials said crews plan to burn approximately 227 acres at Butcher Hollow Block 2, located about 13 miles east of Bunker in Reynolds County on the Salem Ranger District. Another prescribed burn…

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Du Quoin State Fairgrounds to host free Star Party Feb. 24

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Sasha Moore,

DU QUOIN, Ill., (KBSI) — A free, family-friendly Star Party will be held Tuesday, Feb. 24, at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. The event is scheduled from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Gate 4 Shelter. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in guided telescope observations and astronomy-related activities. The event is open to the public at no…

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Two juveniles detained after reported home invasion assault in Cape Girardeau

FOX23 News at 9 p.m
Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Officers with the Cape Girardeau Police Department responded at approximately 6:45 p.m. Feb. 19 to the 600 block of South Pacific for a reported assault. Police said the victim reported that multiple suspects made contact at the residence, forced entry into the home and assaulted the victim. Two juveniles were taken into custody. Additional suspects…
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Small Chance Late Friday, Cooler Weekend Ahead

Dominic Ferraro,

Temperatures will be mild for the rest of Friday, with temperatures in the 40s and 50s. Low temperatures will be close to average in the 30s with a light north-northeasterly breeze. Mostly cloudy skies are ahead for the overnight hours in Cape Girardeau, with a small chance of precipitation. The latest runs of StormCast are picking up on the overnight…
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Cape Girardeau Public Library seeks community input on new bookmobile service

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Public Library is seeking community input as it plans for a new bookmobile service. Library officials are asking residents to complete a survey to help determine potential stops, materials to offer and services that would be most beneficial to households. Responses are due by Feb. 21. The survey is available online through…

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Calloway County officials warn residents of jury duty scam

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Sasha Moore,

CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The Calloway County E911 Communications Center is warning residents about multiple scams reported in the area. Officials said scammers have contacted individuals regarding jury duty matters. Authorities emphasized that the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office does not handle jury duty and will not issue warrants or request payment by phone, text message, mail or email. Residents…