CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – June 19, 2022 will mark just the second year that Juneteenth is celebrated as an officially recognized holiday. But in Carbondale, Illinois Juneteenth celebrations have been going on for much longer. Carolin Harvey, board member and treasurer of African American Museum, says that Juneteenth has been celebrated in Carbondale for about 15 to 20 years. …
MAYFIELD, Ky. (KBSI) – Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear came to Mayfield Friday to mark the six-month anniversary of the deadly tornadoes. During his visit, he handed out keys to several new homes that were built for families who were left with nothing following the tornadoes. In a speech, Governor Beshear reflected about the last time he visited the area. “That’s…
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – This week the Sikeston City Council approved the purchase of a new Rescue Pumper and Reporting System for the Fire Division. The new truck is being built from the ground up with a price tag of more than $900,000. It comes with updated features that will help keep firefighters safer and will be a much-needed upgrade…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – With Saturday Night’s Main Event quickly approaching, the excitement is building. Superstar Bobby Lashley cannot wait to see thousands of screaming fans when WWE invades the Show-Me Center Saturday, June 11. “Wrestling shows are just something else,” he said. “It’s one of the greatest and largest audiences of any sports entertainment company in the entire…
PERRYVILLE, Mo. (KBSI) – A Perryville man has been named an honorary police officer. “I’ve wanted to do this for years,” said 21-year-old Cameron Heinkein. “It’s very special for me.” Heinkein has wanted to become an officer since he was four years old. He lives with Cerebral Palsy so that dream was harder to achieve. “I’m very proud of him,”…
CAPE GIRARDEAU (KBSI) – Once a beacon of downtown Cape Girardeau, the Kerasotes Broadway Theatre has fallen into disrepair. “It really was the heart of a lot of community activity for a long time, and just a real connection to who we are as a community and experiences that we had together,” said Steven Hoffman, Ph.D., professor of history and…
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – A poisonous plant may be spreading to southeast Missouri. Poison Hemlock is the name of this deadly plant. It is not common to Missouri but is spreading through southern Illinois. Poison Hemlock is an exotic weed plant in the carrot family. The plant looks similar to a carrot but could grow to 10 feet tall. The distinguishing…
PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI) – Kentucky is getting a boost in funding to help efforts to fight drug addiction throughout the commonwealth. The attorney general of Kentucky, Daniel Cameron, first released news of a multi-billion dollar settlement in February. In most of April and June the $483 million is being administered through the state and local governments. In local communities like…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis that is the worst they’ve seen in more than a decade. This comes after they saw a 10 percent decrease in donors since the beginning of the pandemic. Michelle Johnson, account manager for the American Red Cross, says that at some point less than…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – With the problem that affects the nation we looked into how the Cape Girardeau and Cape Girardeau County area handle shelters and care for the homeless. According to Policyadvice, on a single night, more than half a million Americans are without a home. Homelessness is a persistent issue that is worsened by the shortage of homeless…
(KBSI) – World Blood Donor Day is June 14. It is a day that recognizes the importance of a safe and stable blood supply and the donors who make it possible. Nearly 2.5 million people volunteer to give lifesaving blood and platelets every year with the Red Cross. Blood donations decline in late spring and early summer especially during holiday…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Southeast Hospital has been named to Newsweek’s 2022 list of Best Maternity Care Hospitals for the second consecutive year. This distinction recognizes facilities that have provided exceptional care to mothers, newborns and their families. Southeast earned five ribbons, the highest possible rating for its maternity service. The hospital joins the ranks of 350 hospitals across the…
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ill. (KBSI) – Two people are wanted by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois. Termaine Wright, 20, is wanted out of Jefferson County for failure to appear, original charge possession of firearm and aggravated unlawful use of weapon. He is described as 5 feet 11 inches, 285 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was last…
SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – A Cape Girardeau man faces murder and other charges after one person was killed in a crash in Sikeston Sunday night. Another person was taken to a hospital in St. Louis. Two people involved in the crash had gunshot wounds that stemmed from a shooting in Charleston. Tyrese Tate 21, of Cape Girardeau, formerly of Charleston…
PADUCAH, Ky. (KBSI)- From Knoxville, Tenn. to Paducah, Ky., Terrence Johnson, also known as TJ, is paddling the Tennessee River. Johnson started the 652 mile stretch to work with Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area and Tennessee Riverline. He wants to accelerate economic development to improve the river access for more recreational users like Johnson. “A few people have made the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – A local non-profit organization is providing a boost to members of the community who need a little extra help getting their lives on the right track. Christina Cheek, One City work-life coordinator, says the program fills a need that has been heard from the community. One City is helping community members build work-life skills through…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Sunday in Cape Girardeau, community members flocked to Capaha Park to celebrate the 3rd annual “Pride in the Park” event. Every year, Pride in the Park brings community businesses and vendors out in support. And this year was no different, with many people attending the event throughout the day. Maurice Carter, Mr. Independence Place and one…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KBSI) – Jason Rackers could hardly get out of bed after a restless night last Thursday. “I got maybe 30 minutes of sleep that night,” he said. Earlier that day, Rackers was the starting pitcher for SEMO in its opening game of the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament, which was delayed for five hours after the top of the…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The City of Cape Girardeau Airport Advisory Board recommends Contour Aviation as the region’s next air service provider. The Airport Advisory Board’s recommendation will be discussed by the Cape Girardeau City Council at their Monday, June 6 meeting. If approved by the U.S. Department of Transportation, the new service could be flying in and out…
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (KBSI) – The road to Omaha starts in Louisville, Ky. For the second straight season, the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks have reached the NCAA Baseball Tournament. It all begins at Jim Patterson Stadium at 1 p.m. Friday when the Redhawks take on the 12th overall seed and regional host Louisville. “We’re ready to play,” head coach Andy Sawyers…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO (KBSI) – The Missouri Department of Public Safety is launching a new program for first responders. The Critical Incident Stress Management program will be available to all first responders and emergency medical service providers. The bill for the new training program was signed in 2021 by Governor Mike Parson. The program is meant to help first responders under stress…
REIDLAND, Ky. (KBSI) – Two juveniles face charges after several businesses in Reidland were vandalized. The McCracken County Sheriff’s Office responded to several business in the Reidland area due to vandalism over the past several days. The businesses include a flower shop, play care center, and Reidland United Methodist Church. All three buildings had vulgar images and words spray painted…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The rain did not stop people from celebrating Global Running Day at the Osage Centre on Wednesday. Fitness and Wellness Specialist Christine Jaegers said the goal of this day is to get people moving and having fun. “We ask them, ‘Do you want to do a one-mile? Do you just want to do a scavenger…
CAPE GIRADEAU, MO (KBSI) – Taking care of the animals is a big job at the circus. Elephant trainer and handler, Florian says the animals relax behind the ring before the show. Asian elephants Betty and Janice love lounging in the shade and sun. He sprays them with fresh cool water and shows how aware they are of the hose, trying…