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Supporters gathered at the Cape Girardeau Country Club where they made their way out to the 18 holes to tee off.

During an August 2 inspection at the Franklin County Detention Center, the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice found what it calls “extremely low” staffing levels at the facility.

Two people walking along the shore reported seeing the vehicle and alerted police.

SIU students and faculty are crafting bowls that can be purchased for $15 to $20 and then filled with a cup of soup from Neighborhood Co-op.

The new food pantry, located on S. Sprigg Street near the original location, will open on Tuesday, October 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

The Carbondale Chamber of Commerce, along with SIT Service Dogs, will be hosting a family friendly pet adoption event at Lenus Turley Park in Carbondale, Ill., so that you may meet your best furry friend.

The City of Marion will be holding another event that focuses on finding use for unused electronics.

A popular, annual toy drive held in downtown Cape Girardeau is coming to an end.

The event was put on by the River Heritage Quilt Guild featuring around 75 quilts.

The family is currently trying to survive as they tell us food and amenities are scarce.

The machine is an Image Guided Superficial Radiation Therapy (SRT).

Cyclists were able to choose between five routes that took them throughout Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois.

Many different organizations including firefighters, police, construction operators and more visited with people and gave them an opportunity to interact with company vehicles.

Jones visited several areas including Joyce’s Boutique and The Pageant Room in Marion.

Crews responded to the scene at 6:28 a.m. on Sept. 30, where they found the man lying on the ground unconscious and unresponsive.

The third day of Cotton Carnival in Sikeston had lots of people eating good and having fun.

Tomorrow, a walk of remembrance, hope, and support will be taking place in Paducah.

Most positions are part-time to start. No experience is necessary.

To raise funds to provide free cancer screenings to patients in need, the Saint Francis Foundation will be hosting the fourth annual Color Dash 5K and Fun Walk.

Check it out October 7-8.

The city is reminding residents to pick up leaves and yard waste this fall.

The free event kicks off at 5 p.m. on Friday, September 30 in downtown Mt. Vernon and runs through Saturday.

Thousands are expected to make their way to the Drury Conference Center for the 17th annual Cape Comic Con for three days this weekend.

The potential location for the shelter will be inside a newly renovated gymnasium at Salvation Army.

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.

Mendoza is urging lawmakers to pass a bill in the legislature to approve more funding.

For the last 12 years, a fundraising event is held that gives back to the community in Murphysboro, Ill. The 12th annual Big Muddy Monster Brew Fest is coming for yet another appearance.

Fans and players will be out in full force raising awareness for organ donation and collecting funds for Mid-America Transplant.

The American Red Cross is already sending volunteers and blood units down south to help aid the people in the area.

The Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge in Marion, Ill. is inviting you to celebrate their 75th anniversary.