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On Monday, October 2, Governor Mike Parson announced a total of 566 schools throughout Missouri...

Gov. Parson announces recipients of school safety grant

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Olivia Tock

On Monday, October 2, Governor Mike Parson announced a total of 566 schools throughout Missouri have received grant funds from the second round of funding for the School Safety Grant Program.

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After a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday morning, a special education facility for parts of...

Ribbon cutting held for River to River Education Center in Ullin, Ill.

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 6:08 PM CDT

By Colin Baillie

After a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday morning, a special education facility for parts of southern Illinois now calls Ullin home.

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Franklin Elementary school in Metropolis is among three southern Ill. schools nationally...

Heartland elementary school honored as National Blue Ribbon School

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 7:08 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

Franklin Elementary school in Metropolis is among three southern Ill. schools nationally recognized for academic excellence.

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Two seniors at Cape Central High School, Yan Zhang (left) and Andrew Wilde (right) have been...

Two Cape Central High students selected as National Merit Semifinalists

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 9:47 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

Two students at Cape Central High School have been selected as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists.

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Southeast Missouri State University is welcoming the families of their students to campus for a...

Southeast State to host family weekend Sept. 15-17

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 5:41 PM CDT

By Marsha Heller

Southeast Missouri State University is welcoming the families of their students to campus for a weekend of festivities.

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Murphysboro Community Night Out to start at 5 p.m.

East Prairie, Mo. teacher wins $100K through Harbor Freight Tools for Schools

Paducah police: 16 year old cited after ‘spinning out,’ driving recklessly

Carbondale police launch new notification system

17th Street Barbecue announces closure of Marion location

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As the fall semester begins at Southeast Missouri State University, the Office of Admissions is...

Southeast Mo. State to host informational events for families for the 2023-24 academic year

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 4:08 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

As the fall semester begins at Southeast Missouri State University, the Office of Admissions is working to bring new visitors to campus with a list of informational events--both on and off campus.

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A common every day school supply, could be confused for something you can smoke.

A common school supply could actually be a vape pen

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 10:45 PM CDT

By Ellie Byrd

A company is selling HighLight Vapes, a vape pen that contains nicotine but looks identical to a highlighter.

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Maple Grove Elementary Students forced to move into Joppa High School Monday due to severe...

Maple Grove Elementary Students move into Joppa High School due to severe weather damage

Updated: Aug. 24, 2023 at 6:11 PM CDT

By Colin Baillie

Students at one southern Illinois elementary school are on the move after storm damage forced them out of their building.

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The Missouri Department of Public Safety is reminding families about school safety systems.

Three things to know about school safety as fall semester begins

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 10:25 PM CDT

By Joe McLean (KFVS)

Three things the Missouri Department of Public Safety wants Missourians to know about amid the back-to-school rush.

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In Poplar Bluff, a new app called “Here comes the bus” is designed to put parents at ease.

Poplar Bluff schools roll out new school bus tracking app

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 6:21 PM CDT

By Madison Steward

In Poplar Bluff, a new app called “Here comes the bus” is designed to put parents at ease.

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In spite of the heat, Cape Girardeau Public School students are back in the classroom for the...

Cape Girardeau schools back in session

Updated: Aug. 22, 2023 at 12:32 PM CDT

By Heartland News

We talked to new Superintendent Dr. Howard Benyon on Tuesday morning, August 22 about the new year.

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Dangerous temperatures could create problems as kids across the Heartland head back to school.

Heartland students return to school as dangerous heat sets in

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 6:22 PM CDT

By Madison Steward

Dangerous temperatures could create problems as kids across the Heartland head back to school.

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Classes started at the Jackson School District on Monday morning, August 21.

Classes in session at Jackson School Dist.

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 5:37 PM CDT

By Heartland News

Classes started at the Jackson School District on Monday, August 21.

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The Marshall County School District was awarded $450,000 to be used for a variety of programs...

Marshall Co. schools awarded $450K grant

Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 4:27 PM CDT

By Amber Ruch

The Marshall County School District was awarded $450,000 to be used for a variety of programs and positions focused on student social and emotional wellness.

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A foreign exchange student from Germany found his way into the home and the hearts of a...

Heartland family opens home for exchange student, recommends experience to other families

Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 10:18 PM CDT

By Jeffrey Bullard

Vienna’s high school superintendent said the school district needs more host families like the Hupes.

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Students are moving back on campus at Southeast Missouri State University for the 2023-2024...

Move-in week underway at Southeast Missouri State University

Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 5:16 PM CDT

By Marsha Heller

Students are moving back on campus at Southeast Missouri State University for the 2023-2024 school year.

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SIU First Year students gearing up for classes

Updated: Aug. 17, 2023 at 5:16 PM CDT

By Colin Baillie

Across the Heartland, it’s time to welcome back the thousands of young people to local colleges

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The Conextion Point Community Counseling Center in Cape Girardeau hosted its first...

Community Counseling Center in Cape Girardeau hosts first Back-To-School Bash to help local kids

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 10:20 PM CDT

By Breanna Harris

The Conextion Point Community Counseling Center in Cape Girardeau hosted its first Back-To-School Bash to help families in the community.

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Missouri’s plan for teacher recruitment takes shape

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 8:00 PM CDT

By KY3 Staff

Over the past year, a Blue Ribbon Commission looked into what caused this problem and how to solve it.

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A Ste. Genevieve school district is taking part of the new trial in Missouri that allows some...

Ste. Genevieve school district to pilot new testing system in Missouri

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 5:53 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

A Ste. Genevieve school district is taking part of the new trial in Missouri that allows some school districts to move away from end-of-the-year standardized testing.

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It’s not welcome back week at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, it’s “Weeks of Welcome.”

SIUC kicks off new school year with ‘Weeks of Welcome’ as students move in on campus

Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 7:06 AM CDT

By Marsha Heller

It’s not welcome back week at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, it’s “Weeks of Welcome.”

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Construction is underway for a new indoor practice facility for student athletes at Cape...

New indoor practice facility for student athletes coming to Cape Central High School

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 10:31 PM CDT

By Breanna Harris

Construction is underway for a new indoor practice facility for student athletes at Cape Central High School.

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Missouri’s education department launches survey on social-emotional learning standards

Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 4:50 PM CDT

By KY3 Staff

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is asking the public for input regarding its standards for social-emotional learning.

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As Murray State University welcomes students for the fall semester, the school is approaching...

Murray State University nearing all-time freshmen enrollment record

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 9:42 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

As Murray State University welcomes students for the fall semester, the school is approaching an all time freshman enrollment record.

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Missouri education leaders to discuss new way to track student progress

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 6:27 PM CDT

By Joe McLean

Missouri’s Board of Education is set to discuss a proposal Tuesday that would offer districts an alternative method of tracking and assessing student progress.

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Southern Ill. teacher begins first year.

Heartland educator prepares for first full year of teaching

Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT

By Colin Baillie

While many students across the Heartland are getting the back-to-school nerves, their teachers are busy preparing for the upcoming school year.

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Students board a bus in front of the Camdenton School District Administration Building in 2018.

Missouri State Highway Patrol urges drivers to be cautious on the roads as the school year approaches

Updated: Aug. 13, 2023 at 9:22 AM CDT

By Savannah Harrison

As back to school time approaches, Missouri State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to be safe and cautious on the roads.

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Heartland teacher, Max Hook, celebrates his 70th first day of school

Heartland teacher celebrates his 70th first day of school

Updated: Aug. 11, 2023 at 5:20 PM CDT

By Colin Baillie

The first day of school is often a celebration of sorts. For one Heartland man, it’s the 70th time he gets to celebrate.

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The after-school care will be available to all new Madrid County children in kindergarten...

SEMO YMCA after-school care expands into New Madrid County

Updated: Aug. 10, 2023 at 10:17 PM CDT

By Madison Steward

Affordable after-school care can be hard for parents to find. Now, a second group is working to make that easier by expanding its services into New Madrid County.

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As Heartland kids get ready to go back to school, schools are working through another year of...

Southeast Mo. school districts work to combat bus driver shortage

Updated: Aug. 9, 2023 at 5:15 PM CDT

By Madison Steward

As Heartland kids get ready to go back to school, schools are working through another year of bus driver shortages.

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Bells will soon be ringing again and with school bells comes anxiety for some students.

Heartland mom shares how she is helping her children deal with back-to-school anxiety

Updated: Aug. 8, 2023 at 5:29 PM CDT

By Breanna Harris

Bells will soon be ringing again and with school bells comes anxiety for some students.

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In western Kentucky, one high school is starting the new year with new technology, to keep its...

Heartland high school starting new year with new technology to improve safety

Updated: Aug. 7, 2023 at 10:21 PM CDT

By Jeffrey Bullard

In western Kentucky, one high school is starting the new year with new technology, to keep its students safe.

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Certain back-to-school purchases will be tax free in Missouri from Friday, August 4 through...

Back-to-school tax-free holiday weekend begins in Missouri

Updated: Aug. 4, 2023 at 5:28 AM CDT

By Marsha Heller

Certain back-to-school purchases will be tax free in Missouri from Friday, August 4 through Sunday, August 6.

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The Boys and Girls Club of the Heartland provides kids with free, after-school programs, and...

Boys and Girls Club of the Heartland expands to Dunklin County

Updated: Aug. 3, 2023 at 6:18 PM CDT

By Madison Steward

The Boys and Girls Club of the Heartland provides kids with free, after-school programs, and will soon have a branch in Malden.

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Southeast Missouri State University is now offering in-person training seminars to get people...

Southeast Missouri State University offers in-person training seminars for substitute teaching

Updated: Aug. 2, 2023 at 5:23 PM CDT

By Madison Steward

A new program in the Heartland aims to combat substitute teacher shortages ahead of this school year.

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As many families in the Heartland are preparing for the new school year, the American Red Cross...

American Red Cross shares student safety tips for upcoming school year

Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 5:12 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

As many families in the Heartland are preparing for the new school year, the American Red Cross offers several helpful tips to ensure your students’ safety.

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How to make the most out of Missouri’s tax-free weekend

Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 7:15 PM CDT

By Sharon Chen

The real shopping fun begins the first weekend of August, which is Missouri’s Tax-Free Weekend, and shoppers will be getting a bigger break this year than ever before.

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On Saturday, July 29, the Franklin-Williamson County Positive Youth Development Team (PYD) will...

Free Back-to-School Expo to be held in southern Ill.

Updated: Jul. 25, 2023 at 3:48 PM CDT

By Olivia Tock

On Saturday, July 29, the Franklin-Williamson County Positive Youth Development Team (PYD) will host a free Back-to-School Expo at The Pavilion in Marion, Illinois.

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When opened, these safety boxes automatically notify law enforcement.

New Madrid R-1 School Dist. makes summer improvements

Updated: Jul. 12, 2023 at 10:18 PM CDT

By Nicki Clark

Same Duncan, superintendent of the New Madrid R-1 School District, said it’s more than just a summer construction project, it’s part of a five-year plan to improve school safety.

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The SchoolFest Tailgate will be Saturday, August 5 at Malone Park.

SchoolFest Tailgate scheduled in Sikeston’s Malone Park

Updated: Jul. 12, 2023 at 12:01 PM CDT

By Amber Ruch

The SchoolFest Tailgate will be Saturday, August 5 at Malone Park.

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WAVE News break down key Kentucky laws that go into place once the 2023-2024 school year starts.

New Kentucky laws set to take effect ahead of 2023-2024 school year

Updated: Jul. 9, 2023 at 10:32 PM CDT

By Brandon Spencer

Just one month from today, JCPS students will return to their classrooms with a lot of changes on the way for the 2023-2024 school year.

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School supply giveaway today at Metropolis Community Center

Updated: Jul. 6, 2023 at 2:47 PM CDT

By Amber Ruch

A school supply giveaway will be held at the Metropolis Community Center on Thursday, August 10.

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Back-to-school vaccinations are available at the Jackson County Health Department.

Back-to-school vaccinations available at Jackson Co. Health Dept.

Updated: Jul. 5, 2023 at 12:38 PM CDT

By Amber Ruch

Back-to-school vaccinations are available at the Jackson County Health Department.

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Teachers in the Heartland and across the country are feeling the love this Teacher Appreciation...

Educators recognized during Teacher Appreciation Week in Murphysboro, Ill.

Updated: May. 11, 2023 at 5:27 PM CDT

By Colin Baillie

Teachers in the Heartland and across the country are feeling the love this Teacher Appreciation Week, but they’re also ending the school year with the same issues stretching them thin since the pandemic started.

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