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Highway Patrol reports three Thanksgiving holiday traffic fatalities

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Sasha Moore,

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., (KBSI) – The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported three traffic fatalities during the 2025 Thanksgiving holiday counting period, which ran from 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30. The agency reported no drownings, boating crashes or boating-related arrests during the period. According to preliminary data, troopers recorded the following statewide statistics for 2025:…
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MDC, Mineral Area College replace invasive Bradford pears with native trees

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Sasha Moore,

PARK HILLS, Mo., (KBSI) – The Missouri Department of Conservation and Mineral Area College have completed a campuswide project to remove invasive Bradford pear trees and replace them with native species, a move officials say will improve habitat and long-term landscape health. More than 80 Bradford pear trees were removed along the main campus drive and surrounding median areas this…

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Jackson County Health Department to observe World AIDS Day on Dec. 1

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Sasha Moore,

MURPHYSBORO, Ill., (KBSI) – The Jackson County Health Department will join national and global health partners in recognizing World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, highlighting this year’s theme: “Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response.” The theme emphasizes the ongoing need for equitable and consistent access to HIV prevention, testing and treatment services. According to HIV.gov, an estimated 1.2 million people…

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CTC Director Brock Crowley appointed assistant superintendent of Cape Girardeau Public Schools

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Career & Technology Center announced that Director Brock Crowley has accepted a new position within Cape Girardeau Public Schools. Crowley will become the district’s Assistant Superintendent of Support Services beginning July 1, 2026, following the retirement of Josh Crowell. The CTC noted Crowley’s leadership and commitment to students, staff and career and…
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Cape Girardeau Police to host annual SALT Christmas party Dec. 4

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Police Department will host its annual Seniors and Lawmen Together (SALT) Christmas Party on Dec. 4, inviting local seniors to an afternoon of holiday-themed activities and fellowship. The event will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Eagles, 321 N. Spring Street. Refreshments and seasonal activities will be provided, and…

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Old Town Cape, Inc. to host 23rd annual Downtown Holiday Open House

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – Old Town Cape, Inc. will host the 23rd Annual Downtown Holiday Open House on Friday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 9 p.m., inviting residents and visitors to experience holiday shopping, seasonal décor and family-friendly activities throughout the downtown district. Local businesses will offer holiday merchandise, in-store specials and themed events as part of the celebration….
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Uptown Jackson announces Dec. 6 Christmas parade and holiday events

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Sasha Moore,

JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) – The Uptown Jackson Revitalization Organization announced plans for its annual Uptown Christmas Parade, scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 6, at 5 p.m. The event will feature a full day of holiday activities in the Uptown district. Organizers said parade registration remains open for individuals and groups wishing to participate. Festivities begin earlier in the day with holiday…
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Cape Girardeau County Parks to host first Polar Strut benefiting Special Olympics

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – Cape Girardeau County Parks will host the first annual Polar Strut 5K and one-mile walk on Dec. 12 to benefit Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO). The nighttime event will feature runners and walkers outfitted with headlamps and glow gear as they travel through the Christmas light displays in Cape County Park South and the surrounding neighborhood….

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Waterline break forces temporary closure of Vienna courthouse

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Sasha Moore,

VIENNA, Ill., (KBSI) – UPDATE- Water is back on and the courthouse will open at 1 p.m. The Johnson County Sheriff’s Department announced Tuesday that the courthouse has been closed until further notice due to a waterline break in Vienna. The sheriff’s office will remain open during the closure. Categories: News Tags: break, Illinois, Johnson County Sheriff’s Department, Vienna, Waterline

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Mayfield man arrested on domestic assault, officer assault charges

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Sasha Moore,

MAYFIELD, Ky., (KBSI) – A Mayfield man was arrested early Sunday after police responded to a report of domestic assault at a local residence, the Mayfield Police Department said. Officers were dispatched around 2:15 a.m. on Nov. 30 and detained Anthony Sanchez, 21, while they investigated the incident. After speaking with the victim and reviewing the scene, officers placed Sanchez…
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Monday Starts Mostly Cloudy, Evening Snow Chance

Dominic Ferraro,

Winter Weather Alerts: Winter weather looks to move into the Heartland, with impacts reaching our area as early as tomorrow afternoon. A Winter Weather Advisory is in place for our southern and eastern counties until 6 a.m. CST on Tuesday, December 2. Stormcast shows a chance for wintry mix Monday afternoon, followed by snow showers as we head into the evening…
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More Sunshine, Chilly on Sunday

Dominic Ferraro,

Temperatures will be in the lower 40s Saturday evening before falling into the 30s and 20s during the overnight hours. Lows tonight across the Heartland will be below average in the middle and upper 20s. Despite strong winds out of the south, low temperatures in Cape will be in the upper 20s with mostly cloudy skies. After Saturday’s rain showers,…
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Morning Snow Showers, Afternoon Rain Chance Saturday

Dominic Ferraro,

Temperatures will remain mostly constant tonight in the lower 30s under partly cloudy to mostly cloudy skies. Stormcast shows a chance for snow during the morning, then turning to rain showers by Saturday afternoon. Snow accumulation looks to be light, with the best chance for our northern counties. Low temperatures tonight are expected in the lower 30s. Mostly cloudy with…
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Mixed precipitation for part of the weekend

Rusty Dawkins,

The average high this time of year is in the lower 50s. We won’t be anywhere near that for a while! Highs on Friday will be in the lower 40s. Highs on Saturday will be in the lower 40s as well, but there’s a pretty good chance for precipitation to go along with it. Below is what our StormCast weather…

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Gobble Wobble 5K draws record 700 participants in Cape Girardeau

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – The 2025 Gobble Wobble 5K drew its largest crowd to date on Thursday as 700 runners and walkers participated in the annual Thanksgiving morning event benefiting myTEAM Triumph of Southeast Missouri. The race began at 8 a.m. at Arena Park, where participants gathered for warmups and pre-race activities before taking to the course. Organizers said…

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Saxony Lutheran celebrates three athletes on signing day

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Sasha Moore,

JACKSON, Mo., (KBSI) – Saxony Lutheran High School recognized three student-athletes during a signing day ceremony held Wednesday, Nov. 25. Casey Call signed with Harding University to compete in track and field. Tali Renshaw signed with Illinois College to play volleyball. Lyndsi Terrell signed with Missouri Valley College, also for volleyball. A group photo of the three athletes, from left…

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Conservation staff spot late-season puffball mushrooms in Clinton

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Sasha Moore,

CLINTON, Mo., (KBSI) – The Missouri Department of Conservation says a cluster of purple-spored puffball mushrooms has recently appeared outside its Clinton office, offering a glimpse of a unique late-season species. According to MDC staff, puffballs are solid white inside when young. As they mature, the outer skin dries and cracks, allowing wind to disperse spores and begin a new…

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Crews respond to deadly house fire in Cape Girardeau

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Shelby Brown,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded Friday afternoon to a residential first alarm with possible occupants trapped at 211 S. Hanover, officials said. Fire crews were dispatched at 1:25 p.m. on Nov. 28 and arrived within three minutes to find heavy smoke and fire coming from the first floor of a 1½-story home owned by John…

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Sunny and Chilly for Thanksgiving

Dominic Ferraro,

\ Temperatures on Wednesday will top out in the upper 40s before returning to the 30s this evening. Cloud cover is expected to increase throughout the evening, with mostly cloudy skies expected overnight. Building cloud cover tonight before mostly clear skies return for Thanksgiving. Stormcast shows minimal chances for rain through Friday morning. Low temperatures will be close to freezing…
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Colder with more wind

Rusty Dawkins,

Cooler air is going to move in for Wednesday and it plans on sticking around for a while. It’s going to be windy, too! Wind gusts are expected to be in the 20 to 30 mph range for much of the day making those 40 degree temperatures feel quite a bit colder. As we head through the holiday weekend, the…

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Joint Justice Center project earns Perry County statewide recognition

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Sasha Moore,

PERRYVILLE, Mo., (KBSI) – Perry County has been selected as one of only four recipients of the 2025 Missouri Association of Counties (MAC) County Achievement Award, the county announced Monday. The award was presented Nov. 24 during the MAC Annual Conference in Osage Beach. The County Achievement Awards honor innovative and highly replicable county programs that demonstrate effective problem-solving, collaboration,…

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Man treated after stabbing; woman charged with aggravated domestic battery

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Sasha Moore,

MARION, Ill., (KBSI) – A Williamson County woman was arrested late Monday after deputies responded to a reported stabbing and found a man with a puncture wound to the abdomen, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies were called to the scene around 11:10 p.m. on Nov. 24 and located a male victim with a non-life-threatening injury. EMS personnel treated…

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Cape Girardeau firefighters issue no-confidence votes in city leadership

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Sasha Moore,

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – Cape Girardeau Firefighters Local 1084 has issued unanimous votes of no confidence in City Manager Ken Haskin and Human Resources Director Gina Snyder, citing longstanding concerns about public safety, staffing, emergency readiness and labor practices. Union officials said the votes were taken after years of internal discussions regarding the direction of the city’s fire and…

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Major Road Closure: Gas leak blocks Cairo Rd near U.S. 45

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Sasha Moore,

PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) – Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1 is advising motorists that KY 305 (Cairo Road) in McCracken County is currently blocked at its intersection with U.S. 45/HC Mathis Drive due to a gas leak. Officials estimate the closure will last two to three hours. Drivers are urged to use alternate routes until the area is cleared and reopened….