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Missouri gets its first live bald eagle camera
Updated: 2 hours ago
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By
Tucker Chaney
The first live camera of bald eagles in Missouri is officially up and running.
News
City of Cape Girardeau officials say progress is being made on water treatment plant issues
Updated: 3 hours ago
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By
Tucker Chaney
Officials with Cape Girardeau say progress is being made regarding the issues with the city's water treatment plant
News
Fredericktown city hall closed after skunk moves into building
Updated: 18 hours ago
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By
Amber Ruch
Fredericktown, Mo. city hall is closed on Monday, March 3 due to a skunk.
Community
Current boil water orders/advisories in the Heartland
Updated: 20 hours ago
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By
Heartland News
A list of current boil water orders and advisories in the Heartland.
News
Check off spring health to-do’s at free Health & Wellness Expo
Updated: 21 hours ago
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By
Rachel Grubbs
Organizers say there will be more than 80 vendors, educational booths, cooking and fitness demonstrations and wellness screenings.
Events
Tribute bands honoring Journey, Led Zeppelin to play at Jackson City Park this summer
Updated: 21 hours ago
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By
Amber Ruch
Tribute bands honoring Journey and Led Zeppelin will play at the band shell in Jackson City Park this summer.
News
Find a Heartland fish fry near you 2025
Updated: 21 hours ago
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By
Amber Ruch
See our unofficial list of fish fries in the Heartland.
News
103-year-old Poplar Bluff veteran recognized with VA Centenarian Award
Updated: 23 hours ago
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By
Amber Ruch
A 103-year-old World War II veteran was honored recently in Poplar Bluff with the VA’s Centenarian Award.
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Heartland Road Projects
Updated: 24 hours ago
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By
Heartland News
Here are road projects going on in the Heartland. Drive safely!
Community
Red Cross to host training for new local disaster response volunteers
Updated: Mar. 3, 2025 at 9:23 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
The American Red Cross of Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas is looking for volunteers for disaster response.
7-Day Forecast
Events
Outdoor Fest in Cape Girardeau features Turtle Man, Mountain Man, Swamp Man
Updated: Mar. 2, 2025 at 9:13 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
Sunday wrapped up the first annual Armstrong Outdoor Fest
Events
Ozark Highland Sheep and Fiber Festival happening in March
Updated: Mar. 2, 2025 at 2:03 PM CST
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By
Olivia Tock
The 4th annual Ozark Highland Sheep and Fiber Festival is happening later this month.
Events
Dirty South Roubaix 100K bike race takes place in Alto Pass, Ill.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2025 at 4:14 PM CST
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By
Heartland News
Hundreds of people are putting the pedal to the metal at the Dirty South Roubaix bike race in Alto Pass, Illinois.
News
Crews respond to fire in Energy, Ill.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2025 at 5:01 PM CST
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By
Heartland News
Crews responded to a house fire in Energy, Illinois.
News
Du Quoin State Fair announces their third Grandstand Performer, Gabby Barrett
Updated: Feb. 28, 2025 at 9:45 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
The Du Quoin State Fair has announced their third and final performer for the Grandstand, Gabby Barrett
Community
Popular free tree giveaway returns to Marion Carnegie Library
Updated: Feb. 28, 2025 at 9:23 AM CST
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By
Marsha Heller
A popular program is returning to Marion Carnegie Library.
News
Cave-in-Rock Ferry back open after temporary closure
Updated: Feb. 28, 2025 at 7:07 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
The Cave-in-Rock Ferry is back open today, February 28.
News
Balloon release marks 1-year anniversary of teen’s death after shooting outside Cape Girardeau pharmacy
Updated: Feb. 27, 2025 at 10:17 PM CST
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By
Heartland News
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Breanna Harris
Family and friends of a 17-year-old killed in a shooting outside of a Cape Girardeau pharmacy marked the one-year anniversary of her death.
Community
The Kellerman Foundation to honor the late Dr. Frank Nickell
Updated: Feb. 26, 2025 at 11:08 PM CST
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By
Breanna Harris
In just three days--The Kellerman Foundation for Historic Preservation will welcome around 200 people to Kellerman Lorimier Hall to honor the life of the late Dr. Frank Nickell.
Community
Afternoon Book Club: ‘Miss Prim’s Not Present'
Updated: Feb. 26, 2025 at 3:59 PM CST
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By
Jeffrey Bullard
You’ve heard of kids missing class, but what happens when the teacher doesn’t show up?
News
Cape Girardeau Nature Center to hold 20th annual native plant sale, seminar
Updated: Feb. 26, 2025 at 1:16 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
The Missouri Department of Conservation’s Cape Girardeau Nature Center will hold its 20th annual native plant sale and seminar March 12-15.
Events
SIU to host Women’s History Month events in March
Updated: Feb. 26, 2025 at 9:32 AM CST
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By
Marsha Heller
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will celebrate Women’s History Month in March with several events.
News
Southern Illinois University Symphony Orchestra to perform at Shryock Auditorium in early March
Updated: Feb. 26, 2025 at 9:28 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
Southern Illinois University Symphony Orchestra is set to perform at Shryrock Auditorium in early March
News
National Weather Service Paducah promotes spring severe weather awareness week
Updated: Feb. 25, 2025 at 9:50 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
The National Weather Service in Paducah is promoting spring severe weather awareness week.
News
Southeast Mo. State’s Rotaract Club students honored
Updated: Feb. 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM CST
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By
Heartland News
Students from Southeast Missouri State University were honored on Monday, February 24 for starting the area’s newest Rotaract Club.
News
Fire engulfs historical building in downtown Puxico, community calls it a ‘heartbreaking loss’
Updated: Feb. 24, 2025 at 6:27 PM CST
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By
Ahmad Lathan
The building is called “The Midway” to people here in Puxico, now that it’s destroyed the local community calls it heartbreaking.
News
$25K donated to Dexter Animal Shelter
Updated: Feb. 24, 2025 at 4:58 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
The Dexter Animal Shelter received a $25,000 donation for updates at the facility.
Events
Bald Knob Cross to host its 89th annual Easter Sunrise Service
Updated: Feb. 24, 2025 at 4:57 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
The Bald Knob Cross of Peace will host its 89th annual Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 20.
News
Supreme Court will not hear case challenging now-repealed bubble zone ordinance in Carbondale
Updated: Feb. 24, 2025 at 4:29 PM CST
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By
Heartland News
The Supreme Court will not hear a case challenging a now-repealed ordinance in Carbondale.
Events
Kids Day event held at Mo. National Veterans Memorial
Updated: Feb. 22, 2025 at 9:40 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
The free Kids Day event will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 22.
Events
Shelter impacted by national rise in homelessness
Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 at 10:22 PM CST
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By
Rachel Grubbs
Cahill said the draw for people to seek shelter in Carbondale stems from lack of resources in rural areas.
News
SEMO Food Bank faces challenges amid winter weather
Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM CST
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By
Madison Steward
Collier said that while the food bank only had to close for one full day this week, that day made a difference.
Events
Trivia Night to raise money for St. Francis CARE
Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 at 12:56 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
The annual St. Francis CARE Trivia Night is set for Saturday, February 22.
Events
Silent film written, directed by Metropolis native to be screened in Paducah
Updated: Feb. 21, 2025 at 10:34 AM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
A silent film written and directed by a Metropolis, Illinois native will be screened in Paducah, Kentucky.
News
Former Kennett deputy city clerk charged with stealing from the city
Updated: Feb. 20, 2025 at 12:21 PM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
A former deputy city clerk of Kennett has been charged with stealing from the city.
News
PHOTOS: Winter storm in the Heartland
Updated: Feb. 18, 2025 at 5:23 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
Viewers sent us their photos and videos of the snow.
News
Cape Girardeau city crews fix 6-inch water main break
Updated: Feb. 18, 2025 at 3:23 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
Crews fixed a 6-inch water main break on Tuesday, February 18.
Community
Scott City, Mo. woman getting new roof at no charge
Updated: Feb. 18, 2025 at 9:10 AM CST
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By
Heartland News
A southeast Missouri woman will be getting a new roof over her head--all for free.
News
Southern Ill. teen baking cookies for beloved dog’s cancer treatment
Updated: Feb. 14, 2025 at 2:53 PM CST
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By
Devin Kidd
A southern Illinois teen is doing everything she can to save her four-legged best friend.
News
Cape Girardeau Senior Center reopens after closing due to sickness
Updated: Feb. 14, 2025 at 2:41 PM CST
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By
Madison Steward
An increase in cases of the flu is making it harder for one Heartland organization to fulfill its mission of feeding people in need.
News
Major renovation project coming to South Sprigg Street in Cape Girardeau
Updated: Feb. 14, 2025 at 9:52 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
The city of Cape Girardeau has announced a massive $1.52 million renovation project on South Sprigg Street.
News
Ongoing water woes could stifle future growth in Cape Girardeau
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM CST
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By
Crystal Britt
Clean water. It’s a luxury most of us take for granted
News
Unconventional ways the Heartland is celebrating Valentine’s Day
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 4:37 PM CST
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By
Madison Steward
While Cupid’s arrow may have missed some this Valentine’s Day, love is still in the air for many.
News
‘Phoenix’ dance concert opens at SIU’s McLeod Theater Feb. 14
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 4:11 PM CST
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By
Rachel Grubbs
The show features original choreography and music, with various styles of dance by SIU students and guests.
News
City of Herrin Fire Department moves into new station
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 3:33 PM CST
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By
Devin Kidd
According to the city, the new 13,360-square-foot station cost $7 million to build.
News
2 Cape Girardeau organizations awarded tax credits through Neighborhood Assistance Program
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 1:31 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
Two area organizations were awarded thousands of dollars in tax credits through a Department of Economic Development program.
News
Scott City officials excited for new Amazon facility
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 1:08 PM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
Amazon is expanding its investment in Southeast Missouri with a new facility.
News
Cape Girardeau Polar Plunge raises more than $60k for Special Olympics Missouri
Updated: Feb. 13, 2025 at 10:16 AM CST
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By
Tucker Chaney
The Cape Polar Plunge has announced the numbers for the fundraiser
News
Mechanical failure at water treatment plant could limit water supply, Cape Girardeau city leaders say
Updated: Feb. 12, 2025 at 10:53 PM CST
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By
Amber Ruch
A mechanical failure at the water treatment plant could limit the city’s water supply, according to Cape Girardeau city leaders.
News
SIU Carbondale offers free tax prep services for students and community members
Updated: Feb. 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM CST
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By
Devin Kidd
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is designed to help low-income and moderate-income community members and students.
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