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News

A groundbreaking ceremony for the new recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo off of Kessler...

Groundbreaking ceremony held for recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo, Ill.

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:23 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch and Colin Baillie
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new recreational marijuana dispensary in Cairo off of Kessler Road was held at the site on Wednesday, March 29 at 4 p.m.

News

Leaders in Marion, Illinois said the new developments planned around the Thrillville...

New businesses and attractions planned around Mtn Dew Park

Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:26 PM CDT
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By Colin Baillie
Leaders in Marion, Illinois said the new developments planned around the Thrillville Thrillbillies’ ballpark will be a "game changer" for the city.

News

Construction on the new hotel will begin in mid-2023 with completion expected in 2024.

New hotel to be built near Cape Girardeau SportsPlex

Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 3:20 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Construction will begin in mid-2023 with completion expected in 2024.

Business

Get your First Alert Weather at KFVS12.

Gusty winds likely with scattered showers tomorrow morning.

Updated: Feb. 26, 2023 at 10:26 PM CST
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By Grant Dade
First Alert Forecast

News

Growing with Luke

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 10:38 PM CST
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By Carly O'Keefe
Before 10-year-old Luke could plant for the season, Mother Nature shut him down.

Legal

Light freezing rain and drizzle possible overnight

Updated: Jan. 29, 2023 at 2:28 PM CST
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By Grant Dade
First Alert Forecast

News

Casinos in Illinois are rebounding after COVID lockdowns

Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 5:32 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
The city of Metropolis uses that tax revenue for roads, police, fire and much more.

News

Egg prices on the rise amidst shortage

Updated: Jan. 11, 2023 at 10:26 PM CST
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By Jeffrey Bullard
The price of eggs continues to affect people in the Heartland.

News

Here’s what you can do if your flight is canceled

Updated: Dec. 27, 2022 at 11:37 PM CST
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By Jeffrey Bullard
Calls from stranded travelers and clients are keeping Elfrink’s team busy at her travel agency.

News

It’s crunch time for holiday shopping; tips to brave the crowds

Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 6:48 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
We are just a few days away from the holiday weekend, and many of you may still need to hit the stores.
7-Day Forecast
7-Day Forecast

News

Cape Girardeau benefits from influx of sales tax revenue from shoppers

Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 6:24 PM CST
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By Mike Mohundro
The more people shop area stores and restaurants, the more sales tax revenue will add up for the city.

News

Jackson, Mo. business fair gives kids opportunity to show off entrepreneurship skills

Updated: Dec. 17, 2022 at 5:41 PM CST
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By Mike Mohundro and Makenzie Williams
Dozens of children took part in the Kids Business Fair in Jackson, Mo. where they sold handcrafted items, baked goods and other products.

News

Gov. Parson extends drought alert in executive order

Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 11:15 PM CST
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By Clayton Hester
According to a statement, this is a part of an effort to address issues in the Missouri’s Drought Assessment Committee.

News

Southern Ill. retailers gear up for busiest shopping time of the year

Updated: Nov. 22, 2022 at 5:56 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
Retailers told us on Tuesday, November 22 that Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are the kickoffs to their busiest time of the year.

News

Building of former Paducah residential care center to be demolished

Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 1:32 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
On Wednesday, November 16, the city said demolition is expected to begin later in the week or the beginning of the next week.

News

Minimum wage at SoutheastHEALTH raised to $15 per hour

Updated: Oct. 25, 2022 at 9:04 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
The hourly wage has been raised to $15 for full-time and part-time workers.

News

Cape Girardeau businesses also feel burden of water main break

Updated: Oct. 4, 2022 at 5:59 PM CDT
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By Colin Baillie
The water main break affected local businesses, as well as residents.

News

Delta Regional Authority announcing $1.4M investment into six southern Illinois projects

Updated: Sep. 29, 2022 at 5:28 PM CDT
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By Colin Baillie
Leaders with the Delta Regional Authority also say this investment will be matched by over $7.6 million and will attract an additional $2.3 million in leveraged private investment into southern Illinois.

News

Bourbon bar owners have ‘Great Expectations’

Updated: Sep. 20, 2022 at 9:45 PM CDT
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By Carly O'Keefe
The Schaefers hope their efforts also help revitalize the town’s Main Street and bring more visitors to the area.

News

Grocery store to open in Wickliffe, Ky.

Updated: Sep. 20, 2022 at 2:23 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
A groundbreaking ceremony will take place in the fall, the date to be determined.

News

More than 300 SIU business students attend career fair

Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 6:13 PM CDT
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By Meghan Smith
Thomas Becker, the employer relations coordinator, has been helping put on this event of the past four years and said this is the college’s biggest turnout yet.

News

Bed Bath & Beyond in Carbondale to close

Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 1:27 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Bed Bath & Beyond’s southern Illinois location will close.

News

BBB: Beware of new scam targeting consumers with student loans

Updated: Sep. 11, 2022 at 8:40 AM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
The Better Business Bureau says to beware of a new scam targeting consumers with student loans.

News

Southeast Missouri State students bring more workers

Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 6:25 PM CDT
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By Jeffrey Bullard
Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) students returning to campus bring more workers to the Heartland.

Kentucky-Tennessee

Ky. Agriculture Development Board approves over $1.2M for statewide projects, including one Heartland community

Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 2:08 PM CDT
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By Lucas Sellem
The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $1,299,332 for agricultural projects across the state at its monthly board meeting.

News

Job fair coming to Paducah at the Julian Carroll Convention Center

Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 3:49 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
The job fair, organized by West Kentucky Workforce Board and local partners, will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 3 p.m.

News

Community contributes to Stuff The Bus, helps students with new school year supplies

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 8:34 PM CDT
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By Mike Mohundro
People came together to help students get ready for the new school year coming up today.

News

Kids showcase calves in event in Cape Girardeau

Updated: Aug. 6, 2022 at 8:22 PM CDT
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By Mike Mohundro
The event drew people of all ages to Arena Park at the SEMO Fair Grounds where children were a part of a showmanship demonstration with their calves.

News

Entrepreneurs wanted for small business opportunity in Cape Girardeau

Updated: Aug. 2, 2022 at 5:27 AM CDT
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By Mike Mohundro
This will be a one-day event where teens will be awarded $250 each to help set up their business at the market.

News

Heartland business celebrates 60 years selling hand-loomed rugs

Updated: Aug. 1, 2022 at 2:36 AM CDT
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By Mike Mohundro
They have been in business since 1962 specializing in rag rugs from upcycled fabric made from antique floor looms.

News

What the rising interest rate means for those in the Heartland

Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 4:43 PM CDT
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By Colin Baillie
Ask just about anyone and they will tell you inflation is taking a bite out of their wallet.

News

SBA Disaster Declaration approved for counties affected by Highland Park shooting

Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 11:47 AM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
The SMA Business Recovery Center will be located at the Lake County First Bank of Highland Park

News

Millions of dollars to help with Kentucky’s Tourism Industry and Economy

Updated: Jul. 25, 2022 at 3:55 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
The state of Kentucky’s tourism industry will be getting a $75 million boost.

News

Cost of living causes some in the Heartland to sell family treasures

Updated: Jul. 19, 2022 at 11:18 PM CDT
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By Jeffrey Bullard
Some of those parting with some of their family treasures to make ends meet.

News

Ongoing port contracts, supply chain issues affecting Heartland

Updated: Jul. 12, 2022 at 3:24 AM CDT
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By Colin Baillie
In the Heartland, SIU is starting a center for supply chain management and logistics.

News

BBB: How to shop safely with small online retailers

Updated: Jul. 3, 2022 at 8:11 AM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Whitney Quick with the BBB has some tips to help you shop smart with small, online retailers.

News

Ribbon cutting scheduled for Pilot House’s new location

Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 2:19 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
The Pilot House and Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce will host the ceremony at 12 p.m.

News

Miracle-Ear location receives national recognition for providing hearing assistance to low-income individuals

Updated: Jun. 21, 2022 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
A local charitable organization called the Miracle-Ear Foundation works with franchises to provide hearing aids it to people who otherwise could not afford it.

News

City of Cape Girardeau chooses Contour Aviation for regional airport carrier

Updated: Jun. 20, 2022 at 6:26 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
The City of Cape Girardeau has chosen to recommend the selection of Contour Airlines.

News

Cape Girardeau city council to discuss final airline recommendation at Monday’s meeting

Updated: Jun. 19, 2022 at 8:05 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
The U.S. Department of Transportation will ultimately make the final decision on an airline for the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport.

Missouri

New legislation to go into effect after being signed by Gov. Parson

Updated: Jun. 7, 2022 at 4:46 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
New professional licensing legislation has been signed into law.

News

Cape City Council puts airport board recommendation in holding pattern

Updated: Jun. 6, 2022 at 8:29 PM CDT
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By Roger Seay
After a presentation by the Airport Board that recommended a new carrier, Contour, and a new destination, Nashville, the council decided to wait until the next meeting to vote on any recommendation.

News

18 southeast Mo. McDonald’s locations under new ownership

Updated: May. 24, 2022 at 2:53 AM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Eighteen McDonald’s locations in southeast Missouri are under new ownership.

News

Dippin’ Dots bought by J&J Snack Foods

Updated: May. 23, 2022 at 1:54 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Dippin’ Dots was recently bought by another snack manufacturing company.

News

Pilot House opens new location at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport

Updated: May. 20, 2022 at 1:28 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
A well-known restaurant in town opened its second location at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport.

News

Cargill to build new soybean processing facility in Pemiscot County

Updated: May. 17, 2022 at 4:14 PM CDT
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By Clayton Hester
The goal is to be operation in 2026.

News

Farm Family Resource Initiative working to help farmers dealing with mental health

Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 4:06 PM CDT
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By Colin Baillie
Agriculture is the biggest industry in Illinois and perhaps one of the most stressful at times.

News

Brewery opens location in Southern Illinois Airport terminal

Updated: May. 16, 2022 at 11:50 AM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
A Heartland brewery opened its third location at the Southern Illinois Airport’s new terminal building.

Business

St. Louis hotel, casino transitions to new brand

Updated: May. 9, 2022 at 2:24 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
A hotel and casino officially transitioned into a new brand and name with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Business

Locals feel impact of high prices on Mother’s Day gifts

Updated: May. 6, 2022 at 8:00 PM CDT
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By Brooke Buckner
Americans are expected to spend a record amount for Mother’s Day this year.
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