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…
MCCRACKEN COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Hicks has been located and returned home safely. The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager. Authorities say 15-year-old Jace Hicks was reported missing from his residence in McCracken County on Feb. 19. Hicks is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall and…
SCOTT COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Scott County Sheriff’s Office has received a donated Ford F-250 Super Duty truck to support its service to the county’s agricultural community. Sheriff Derick Wheetley said David Russell and Tank Tech of Blodgett donated the vehicle to the department. The truck has been added to the sheriff’s office fleet and assigned to Capt. Finley,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation will host its 18th annual Father-Daughter Dance this weekend at the Osage Centre. This year’s theme is “Into a Sea of Stars,” with an island-inspired setting for the event. Tickets are available at the Osage Centre through 8 p.m. today and will continue to be sold up until the start…
ILLINOIS (KBSI) — Rural Health, Inc. is encouraging residents to take preventive steps during National Cancer Prevention Month in February. Cancer is the second leading cause of death in Illinois and remains a significant public health concern, according to the organization. The American Cancer Society reports that more than 78,000 Illinois residents and more than 2 million Americans were diagnosed…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Division of Cannabis Regulation has launched a new initiative aimed at helping patients and consumers identify licensed dispensaries and regulated cannabis products. The “Verified Dispensary: We’re on the List” initiative includes a state-issued decal for licensed facilities. The decal features a QR code that links to an…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Tennessee man has been arrested in connection with an attempt to pass counterfeit $100 bills at a Water Valley business earlier this month. The incident was first reported Feb. 13 around 1 p.m., when a suspect attempted to use counterfeit currency at a business in the Water Valley area. When confronted, the suspect fled…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri Department of Public Safety has designated 15 communities as 2026 Missouri Blue Shield communities, making them the first to receive the recognition for the program’s second year. The designation makes the communities eligible for state grants to support law enforcement equipment and training, pending approval by the Missouri General Assembly. The 2026 Blue…
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — Two people were arrested early Wednesday morning in Sikeston on drug and related felony charges following an investigation by the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded around 12:15 a.m. to a residence on County Road 448 while attempting to locate April Star Shivers, who had multiple outstanding warrants and was known to frequent the address. Authorities…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans an extended closure on KY 1420/Noble Road at mile point 3.95 in McCracken County, starting at 8 a.m., Monday, Feb. 23. The existing bridge over a branch of Massac Creek will be demolished and replaced with a new bridge. This is along KY 1420 between KY 2411…
MISSOURI(KBSI) – State leaders in Missouri say they are pushing to regulate gambling more tightly and protect consumers. Missouri’s Attorney General, Catherine Hanaway, is taking action against what she calls illegal gambling operations throughout the state. “When you combine the video lottery terminals, plus the illegal hemp products that are being sold in very concentrated levels at C stores, oftentimes package like kids candy or cookies, and then…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Cape Home & Outdoor Living Show this weekend at the Show Me Center. The event will take place Friday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door, and children 12 and under are…
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI (KBSI) — U.S. Rep. Jason Smith met with leaders of SEMO REDI this week to discuss economic development efforts across Southeast Missouri. Smith said he met with representatives from Jackson, Marble Hill, Scott City and Cape Girardeau to hear about initiatives focused on workforce training, housing development, infrastructure improvements and expanding access to rural health care. In a…
CHARLESTON, Mo. (KBSI) — Charleston R-I Superintendent Jamarcus Williams recently traveled to Jefferson City to meet with state lawmakers on issues affecting Southeast Missouri schools. Williams joined Charleston native Alana Mills and representatives from several neighboring school districts to discuss public education funding and workforce development. District officials said the visit was aimed at ensuring the needs of the region…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Students at Central Elementary are combining physical activity with classroom instruction through a national program known as “The Walking Classroom.” The evidence-based program encourages students to walk while listening to educational podcast-style lessons preloaded onto handheld devices known as WalkKits. Each 20-minute session includes a health literacy message and character-building themes woven into lessons aligned…
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Dexter man was arrested Wednesday night on an indictment warrant and additional charges following a search of a residence on Purdom Road. Deputies with the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office, arrested Michael J. Bucy, 49, at about 10 p.m. on a Calloway County indictment warrant issued in December…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — A Jackson man died following a crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV Wednesday afternoon in Cape Girardeau. Officers with the Cape Girardeau Police Department responded at about 4:32 p.m. to the 300 block of North Kingshighway for a reported injury crash. Preliminary investigation indicates a 2003 Yamaha FZS1000 Fazer was traveling northbound on Kingshighway…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Zonta Club of Cape Girardeau Area Foundation is preparing for its annual flea market fundraiser. Organizers describe the event as offering a wide selection of items at discounted prices, with proceeds supporting programs that benefit women in the community. The club is encouraging residents to attend and help spread the word to increase participation…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce joined the Cape Noon Optimist Club and Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation on Thursday to celebrate the completion of the Cape Noon Optimist Club Wheel Park addition at Arena Park. Officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the expansion, which adds space for children and teens to skate, ride…
SHAWNEETOWN, Ill. (KBSI) — Multiple emergency crews searched a stretch of the Ohio River on Thursday after a distress signal was received late in the morning. Authorities say the signal was transmitted from a vessel near Shawneetown shortly before 11 a.m. The U.S. Coast Guard received the call and alerted local rescue agencies. Union County, Kentucky, Emergency Management Agency Director…
EAST PRAIRIE, Mo., (KBSI) — Protecting Kids, Creating Change (PKCC) will host a program focused on teen dating violence on Tuesday, Feb. 24, at First Church of God in East Prairie. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 322 N. Washington St. Organizers say caregivers will learn about teen dating violence, prevention strategies and reporting…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Carbondale and the Survivor Empowerment Center will mark Women’s History Month during the next “At the Table” Dinner & Dialogue on Tuesday, March 3, at the Carbondale Civic Center. The theme for the March event is “250 Years of Her Story: Strength, Survival, and Solidarity.” Organizers say the discussion will focus on key…
MT. VERNON, Ill., (KBSI) — A boil water order issued for parts of Conger has been lifted, effective at 10:25 a.m. on Feb. 19. The order affected residents at 1708 and 1711 Conger, according to city officials. The advisory had been issued as a precaution following maintenance on the water distribution system, which can cause changes in water pressure and…
GRAVES COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — The Graves County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a prowler in the 2000 block of KY Highway 994. Sheriff Jon Hayden said residents reported suspicious activity overnight, and a suspect was captured on residential surveillance cameras. Authorities say the individual was on private property and appeared to have no legitimate reason to be there….