Nicki Clark
Reporter, KFVS
Cape Girardeau, MO
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Nicki joined Heartland News in May 2022 as a multi-media journalist.
Originally from St. Louis, Mo., she is a graduate of Butler University in Indianapolis.
While at college, Nicki was a multimedia reporter at the Butler Collegian. She assigned and edited the multi-media content for the publication.
She also worked a semester as a news reporting intern at WISH-TV in Indianapolis.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 5:15 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
Before Katy O’Ferrell’s even opened on Friday morning, there was a line down Broadway waiting for them to unlock the doors.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 5:29 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
One thing that comes right along with March Madness is sports betting.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 9:23 PM CDT
|By Marsha Heller and Nicki Clark
U.S. Highway 67 is open following a crash involving a school bus and a car Wednesday morning, March 15.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 6:15 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Cape Girardeau police are the second department in the state to adopt this program.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 11:25 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
The Sikeston Special Education Department hosted an event on Friday for its students to learn real-world job skills with community employers.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 6:16 PM CST
|By Marsha Heller and Nicki Clark
A dog, stuck with no way of escape, is now safe and out of danger thanks to some helpful hands.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 6:12 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
March 1 marked the end of extra SNAP benefits for millions of Americans including recipients in the Heartland.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 5:15 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Herrin House of Hope Director John Steve said many people have reached out asking how to help, and he said helping anyone you see in need is the best way.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 6:14 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Catalytic converters continue to be a high value target for thieves.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 6:25 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
You can ask Chat GPT questions, or to write whatever you want it to, and that’s where it becomes a problem in classrooms.
Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 6:17 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Cape Girardeau police want you to take a closer look the next time you fill up your tank. They’ve gotten an uptick in reports of skimming devices on gas pumps that will steal your credit card information.
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 6:11 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Carl Armstrong says he is frustrated with the lack of progress in the region and this expansion will solve three problems that are affecting growth.
Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 5:20 PM CST
|By Marsha Heller and Nicki Clark
Two men were rushed to area hospitals after an explosion at a Sikeston business on Wednesday morning.
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 5:16 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Strong winds could cause Heartland residents to face power outages.
Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 at 6:04 PM CST
|By Marsha Heller and Nicki Clark
Some medical marijuana dispensaries in southeast Missouri have begun recreational sales.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 8:14 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Compas said since this most recent ice storm wasn’t a statewide issue, they were able to move crews around to meet their needs, although in Southeast Missouri, they have a good amount of drivers.
Updated: Feb. 2, 2023 at 6:30 PM CST
|By Olivia Tock and Nicki Clark
A nurse at Kennett High School is accused of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old student.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 6:45 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Chief James Buckley says black ice makes the road appear like it's clear, but by the time your vehicle starts sliding, you're going too fast to stop.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 5:24 PM CST
|By Marsha Heller and Nicki Clark
Highway 60, from the Poplar Bluff City limits to Route T in Butler County, reopened shortly after 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, after multiple crashes.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 8:07 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
“Some bottled water, some snacks, a blanket,” Sgt. Clark Parrott with MSHP said. “At least have some comforts while you’re waiting for first responders or a tow truck operator to come and help you.”
Updated: Jan. 23, 2023 at 6:40 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
“Your refund will probably be less, but it’s the way the rules are,” Poinsett said.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 4:50 PM CST
|By Marsha Heller and Nicki Clark
A vehicle crashed into a home on Big Bend Road in Cape Girardeau on Monday night.
Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 5:59 AM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Cape Girardeau voters will decide in April if they support an additional 3-percent tax on recreational pot when it’s sold in city limits.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 6:44 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Are too many Missouri students going hungry because they cannot afford a school lunch? It’s an issue the Missouri legislature is attempting to address in this session.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 4:57 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Psychologist Shawn Guiling said the reason many people fail to stay with their resolutions is because many times it can include a lifestyle change, which can be a lot of pressure to put on yourself.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 6:50 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
Many places are opening up their doors for people to stay warm the next couple of days.
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 4:43 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
As the Heartland prepares for incoming winter weather, the city of Cape Girardeau is firing up their equipment to clear off the roads.
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 6:14 AM CST
|By Nicki Clark
The latest battle between county commissioners and the Scott County sheriff heads to court.
Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 3:15 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
“In our lifetimes, we’re going to feel some tremors here in the heartland,” Myers said.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 4:43 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
“We began to hear a rumbling noise that sounded like thunder, in an instant the earth began to shake so much that it was impossible to stand or walk,” one 1811 New Madrid resident said in his account of the events. “Shocks continued for months, and many families fled.”
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 4:18 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
“The more that we do these really beautiful things and bring people to our region to celebrate how much beauty is here, I think that businesses will thrive,” Downes said.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 4:27 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
“They’re looking for your credit card number, your expiration date, and the code on the back,” Hopkins said.
Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 at 4:23 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
If you’re in a tree stand during hunting season, safety should be a top priority.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 6:34 PM CST
|By Nicki Clark
The Toy Bash will take place on December 9.
Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 3:43 AM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
One teacher in Fulton County, Kentucky, could never have imagined how much an air purifying device would benefit her and her students.
Updated: Nov. 1, 2022 at 8:42 PM CDT
|By Clayton Hester and Nicki Clark
Crews were called to Holmes Store and an apartment building in Williamsville to battle a large fire Monday night.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 8:30 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
“I just worry somebody’s gonna get hurt,” Daniela Choate said. “Somebody’s gonna get hurt.”
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 6:20 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
In Kentucky, state law now requires districts to have a school resource officer on campus. Carlisle County added a school resource officer 2 years ago. The district’s Director of Pupil Personnel, Dustin Roberts said for him keeping students safe is personal.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 5:33 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
Both Missouri Sheriff’s United and the Missouri Association of Prosecuting Attorneys have come out in opposition. They want voters to know everything that’s buried in the 38-page amendment.
Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 3:13 AM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
“Even the flick of a cigarette or something like that or doing something outside with a torch or anything that emits sparks, that could actually really start a fire,” Chief Morris said.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 6:40 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
The Missouri Department of Transportation will have their plows out in full force, preparing for winter weather.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2022 at 5:08 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
A new project from the city of Cape Girardeau will connect Arena Park, Scivally Park and Kiwanis Park.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 5:27 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
Falling temperatures means you need to protect some of your outdoor plants if you want to keep them.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 6:12 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
Carbondale was chosen because of its geographic location. President and CEO of Choices, Jennifer Pepper, made the announcement in May.
Updated: Oct. 11, 2022 at 5:27 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
The U.S. Drought Monitor currently has southeast Missouri listed in a D1 category, meaning we are in a moderate drought.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2022 at 5:47 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
Low water in the Mississippi River brought several people out to the Tower Rock Natural area near Wittenburg, Missouri.
Updated: Oct. 5, 2022 at 4:37 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
According to Polivick, this water main break was worse than normal, but the city appreciates the patience from the community as they work to get it fixed.
Updated: Oct. 3, 2022 at 4:05 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
In his 45 years with Mid-Valley Irrigation, Jerry Whittington said until now, he's never watered much past October 1.
Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 4:36 PM CDT
|By Amber Ruch and Nicki Clark
The Cape Girardeau Police Department launched a new program to help their response to 911 calls.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2022 at 5:11 PM CDT
|By Nicki Clark
Martin said people in crisis typically call 911. With this program, they’ll have a behavioral health professional in the field with police.
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