CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — The Missouri Department of Conservation and Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation are inviting volunteers to help clean up Cape LaCroix Creek during Friends of the Park Day on April 18. The event will take place from 9 to 11 a.m., with volunteers meeting at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center for supplies and assignments along the…
ST. LOUIS, Mo., (KBSI) — Ameren is testing new technology designed to increase the capacity and reliability of its existing transmission system as energy demand continues to grow across the Midwest. The company said it is piloting dynamic line rating (DLR) technology, which provides real-time data on weather conditions and transmission line performance. Officials said the information allows grid operators…
ADVANCE, Mo., (KBSI) — Several fire departments responded to a residential structure fire early Monday morning in Advance, according to Bell City Fire Rescue. Bell City crews were dispatched around 1:49 a.m. to assist Advance Fire Department, where firefighters reported a fully involved basement fire. Officials said crews from both departments conducted an aggressive interior attack and were able to…
ADVANCE, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire early Monday morning in Advance, according to the Advance Fire Department. Crews arrived to find the basement fully involved in flames and were able to quickly bring the fire under control. No injuries were reported, but officials said the homeowners were displaced. The American Red Cross is assisting the…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — A staff member at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cape Girardeau has been recognized with a national award for caregiving excellence. Margaret George, recreation and music therapy supervisor, was named a 2025 Ceca Award honoree, selected from more than 2,000 nominees and 18 finalists. George was nominated for her work supporting veterans through recreational activities…
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — Community members are invited to attend a free Early Detection Health Fair on Wednesday, April 8, at the YMCA of Sikeston. The event will run from noon to 4 p.m. at 511 Taylor St. and will offer a variety of free health screenings aimed at promoting early detection and overall wellness. Services will include mobile mammograms,…
CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — The Cape Girardeau County Clerk’s Office will begin mailing 2026 voter identification cards to registered voters in the coming days, as required by state law. Officials said the cards are sent every two years to verify voter registration records. The updated cards will include a voter’s name, address, polling place, precinct and eligible jurisdictions….
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) Northbound Interstate 55 in Scott County will be reduced to one lane with a 15-foot width restriction as contractor crews perform concrete repairs. This section of roadway is located from mile marker 87.2 to mile marker 87.3. Weather permitting, work will take place Friday, April 10 through Friday, April 17 from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m….
Cape Girardeau, MO (KBSI) — As costs continue to rise, local business owners say where people choose to shop can have a lasting impact — not just on their businesses, but on the community as a whole. From restaurants to pet shops, small business owners across Cape Girardeau say they are working to serve customers while navigating increasing expenses tied…
A warm start to the work week awaits the Heartland, but stronger winds will join the afternoon sunshine. Highs are expected in the 70s and 80s on Monday. Temperatures will be very mild for Monday morning, with overnight lows reaching the middle 50s. Mostly clear skies are expected for Cape Girardeau, with a strong southerly wind aiding our mild weather….
We will warm up across the Heartland on Sunday as high temperatures reach the 70s. We may see a few passing clouds during the afternoon, but overall, we should be in for a sunny close to the weekend. The latest run of StormCast keeps us dry through the rest of the weekend. Temperatures Saturday night into Sunday morning will be…
VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) — High school students from across the region are gaining hands-on construction experience through a training program at New Simpson Hill School. The Illinois Laborers’ and Contractors Joint Apprenticeship and Training Program hosted students from 10 regional high schools as part of its Construction Craft Preparation Program. Vienna High School serves as the administrative site and also…
PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) — Members of the Perryville Fire Department took part in a mock accident demonstration as part of the Defy Junior/Senior Conference. Officials said the exercise is designed to show students the potential consequences of dangerous decisions. The department thanked the Perry County Community Task Force for organizing the event and providing an opportunity to promote safety among…
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — A school bus carrying middle school students was involved in a crash Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of Malone Avenue and New Madrid Street. Officials said all students on Bus 12 are safe. Students were transferred to another bus and are on their way home, though delays are expected. Categories: News Tags: Cape Girardeau, Missouri, New…
We get off to a cold start to the weekend in the Heartland as overnight temperatures plunge going into Saturday morning. A Freeze Warning is in place from 1 a.m. until 9 a.m. CDT on Saturday, March 28. Freeze warnings are issued when there could be possible impacts to crops and sensitive vegetation, as well as damage to unprotected outdoor plumbing….
MARSHALL COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — Damaged statues at a veterans memorial in Marshall County have been repaired following a recent act of vandalism, according to the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office. Officials thanked Defew’s Body Shop for restoring the statues, which have since been returned to Veterans Memorial Plaza. The sheriff’s office said the repairs highlight community support and appreciation for…
DEXTER, Mo., (KBSI) — A Dexter man has been arrested on multiple child pornography charges following an investigation by the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control. Ean T. Wilson, 35, is charged with promoting child pornography, possession of child pornography and failure to register as a sex offender. Authorities said the investigation began in February after…
SCOTT COUNTY, Mo., (KBSI) — A clerical error in court records led to the mistaken release of an inmate earlier this week, according to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Derick Wheetley said the error occurred in Cape Girardeau County court records following Jack Pruitt’s sentencing in the mid-2000s, when his case was handled under a change of venue. The…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau mayoral candidate Stacy Kinder is outlining her position on ongoing contract negotiations with the city’s firefighter’s union ahead of the April 7 election. In a recent statement, Kinder said the city has approached negotiations with IAFF Local 1084 with a focus on increasing firefighter pay and benefits while maintaining the city’s long-term financial…
FRANKFORT, Ky., (KBSI) — Gov. Andy Beshear is asking Kentuckians to keep the family of Sgt. Benjamin Pennington in their thoughts as he is laid to rest. In a social media post, Beshear encouraged residents to pray for Pennington’s family and remember his service and sacrifice. The governor described Pennington, of Glendale, as a hero whose contributions will not be…
SCOTT CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — City officials are warning residents about an unlicensed door-to-door solicitor operating within city limits. The City of Scott City and Scott City Police said an individual has been going door to door representing a business called “Safe Home Security,” which has not obtained the required permits to operate in the city. Officials said attempts to…
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — The Paducah Police Department is investigating a reported shooting in the 2800 block of Marquess Drive. Officials said there is no threat to the public at this time but are asking residents to avoid the area while the investigation continues. Additional information will be released as it becomes available. Categories: News Tags: Kentucky, Paducah
DU QUOIN, Ill., (KBSI) — A Du Quoin man was arrested twice in connection with incidents at Walmart over a two-day period, according to the Du Quoin Police Department. Officers responded around 1:03 p.m. March 24 to a report of a man leaving the store with an electric shopping cart. Police said the cart was located nearby, and surveillance footage…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – An event aimed at inspiring cosmetologists is coming to Cape Girardeau. Two highly recognized hair stylists and educators are set to bring their expertise to Southeast Missouri. Sam Villa and Anna Peters are set to give an educational class for local hair stylists. “My question is, why are you not attending? That’s my question. Why do I say…