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The Prospect League will be welcoming two new teams who will start playing baseball in the...

Prospect League welcomes two new teams

Updated: 16 minutes ago
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By Josh Seabaugh
The Prospect League will be welcoming two new teams who will start playing baseball in the League next summer.

Heartland Football Friday

We’ll have the scores and highlights for Heartland Football Friday on Heartland News at 10.

Heartland Football Friday 9/22

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Amber Ruch
We’ll have the scores and highlights for Heartland Football Friday on Heartland News at 10.

News

Drivers are reminded to use caution during the homecoming parade on Thursday, September 21.

Drivers reminded to use caution during Scott City homecoming parade

Updated: 10 hours ago
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By Amber Ruch
Drivers are reminded to use caution during the homecoming parade on Thursday, September 21.

Heartland Football Friday

Jackson preparing for Cape Central.

Jackson gearing up for rivalry football game against Cape Central

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Jess Todd
Indians and Tigers will kickoff for the 117th team on Friday night in Jackson.

National

The Royals released images of what a ballpark and entertainment district would look like in...

Royals announce they will not have stadium site selected by end of September

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 10:44 AM CDT
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By Greg Dailey
The team said talks continue with Jackson and Clay County officials on the potential future site for a stadium.

MLB

;St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright tips his cap after earning the win in a...

Has Wainwright already thrown his last pitch with the Cardinals?

Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 1:20 AM CDT
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By Brenden Schaeffer
It was a storybook moment on Monday at Busch Stadium as Adam Wainwright finally captured that elusive 200th win in front of an adoring and appreciative crowd—but was it also the final chapter in the story of Waino’s big-league playing career?

Heartland Sports

The Cape Central Football team is preparing for a Friday night showdown at the Pit with rival...

Cape Central prepares for big rivalry game with Jackson

Updated: Sep. 19, 2023 at 11:16 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The Cape Central Football team is preparing for a Friday night showdown at the Pit with rival Jackson.

Heartland Sports

Catch this week’s Final Countdown for Heartland Football Friday Top 12 Plays of the Week.

Heartland Football Friday Top 12 Plays of the Week

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 11:28 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
Catch this week’s Final Countdown for Heartland Football Friday Top 12 Plays of the Week.

Heartland Sports

Cardinals veteran right-handed Pitcher Adam Wainwright collected his 200th career win Monday...

Adam Wainwright collects 200th career win

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 9:12 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
Cardinals veteran right-handed Pitcher Adam Wainwright collected his 200th career win Monday night at Busch Stadium against the Brewers 1-0.

National

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) holds the trophy after their win against...

Reports: Patrick Mahomes restructures contract to record-setting numbers

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 5:39 PM CDT
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By KCTV5 Staff
The Chiefs quarterback has restructured his deal to make him $210.6 million in guaranteed money over the next four years, per reports.
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News

Reserve tailgating space for SEMO homecoming

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 4:59 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
According to Southeast Missouri State University, there are about 100 spaces in the Innovation Center parking lot at the corner of Broadway and Pacific available for reservation.

News

Cape Girardeau, Jackson mayors make friendly bet on upcoming football game

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 4:16 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
The Cape Girardeau-Jackson football game is one of the biggest football rivalries in the area.

National

SEC fines Mizzou for fans storming the field after impressive field goal win

Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 2:09 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has fined the University of Missouri after fans stormed the field Saturday after an impressive 61-yard field goal kick to win the game against Kansas State.

News

SIU defeats SEMO in the annual War for the Wheel

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 10:54 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch, Josh Seabaugh and Jess Todd
SEMO led 15-0 at halftime, but the Salukis mounted a second half comeback to win 26-25.

Heartland Sports

Mizzou Tigers beat Kansas State with over 60 yard field goal

Updated: Sep. 16, 2023 at 3:30 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The Missouri Tigers upset 15th ranked Kansas State 30-27 in Columbia on Saturday, September 16

Heartland Football Friday

Heartland Football Friday 9/15

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 11:01 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Check the scores and highlights on Heartland News at 10.

News

Golden Knights fly into Cape Girardeau airport, appear before SEMO football home opener

Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 3:42 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
The Golden Knights are known for their aerial displays, with a legacy of more than 60 years.

Heartland Sports

SEMO Soccer beats Columbia College on Brune’s Birthday goal

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 11:03 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The SEMO Women’s soccer team defeated Columbia College 1-0 Thursday night at Houck Stadium on Emma Brune’s 2nd half goal.

National

Retiring Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright to say farewell by performing his own songs

Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 10:00 AM CDT
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By DAVID GINSBURG
Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright will perform on an entirely different stage before bidding farewell to St. Louis fans and life on the baseball diamond

Heartland Sports

Bringing sports betting ‘out of the shadows’; Cardinals leading effort to bring sports gambling to Missouri

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 10:26 PM CDT
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By Jon Kipper
After the Missouri Legislature consistently voted down sports gambling legalization, St. Louis Cardinals ownership and all the other Missouri-based sports teams, are financially backing an effort to bring the issue to the people.

National

Kansas City Chiefs’ Chris Jones, Travis Kelce return to practice

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 1:08 PM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is back with the team after agreeing to a new 1-year deal that ended his holdout.

Heartland Football Friday

Granite City, Cahokia football teams forfeiting Friday games after bench-clearing incident

Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 9:53 AM CDT
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By Dan Greenwald
Both Granite City and Cahokia High Schools are forfeiting their football games this upcoming Friday after both teams got into a fight when they played each other last week

Heartland Sports

Kennett Girls Tennis team wins 51st straight match over Notre Dame

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 11:22 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The two-time defending State Champion Kennett Girls Tennis team defeated Notre Dame 6-3 Tuesday night at home.

Heartland Sports

Cardinals beat Orioles 5-2 to move Wainwright within one win of 200

Updated: Sep. 12, 2023 at 10:59 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The St. Louis Cardinals beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 Tuesday night on the road.

Heartland Sports

Heartland Football Friday Top 12 Plays of the Week

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 11:20 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
Take a look at the Final Countdown in the Heartland Football Friday Top 12 Plays of the Week in 2023.

National

Chris Jones ends holdout, agrees to contract with Chiefs

Updated: Sep. 11, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
The Chiefs finally inked their All-Pro defensive tackle to a new contract.

Heartland Football Friday

Heartland Football Friday 9/8

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 11:00 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Check scores and watch highlights from Heartland Football Friday on September 8.

News

Redhawks prepare for football home opener

Updated: Sep. 8, 2023 at 4:10 PM CDT
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By Heartland News
Southeast Missouri State University is preparing for its football home opener on Saturday, September 9.

Heartland Sports

Cardinals Rookie Masyn Winn hits first career Home Run

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 10:16 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
St. Louis Cardinals Rookie Shortstop Masyn Winn hit his first career Home Run and the Cardinals beat the Braves 11-6 Wednesday night.

National

Kentucky sports betting begins Thursday morning

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 3:08 PM CDT
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By David Mattingly
Governor Andy Beshear will make the first bet Thursday morning at Churchill Downs as in-person sports betting becomes legal in Kentucky.

National

Chiefs: Kelce questionable for season-opener

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 2:50 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
One of the stars of Chiefs Kingdom might not be available for Thursday’s season-opening matchup against the Detroit Lions.

National

Chris Jones addresses contract situation day before Chiefs opener

Updated: Sep. 6, 2023 at 1:04 PM CDT
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By Marleah Campbell
Chris Jones spoke while teaming up with the Ronald McDonald House for a Big Mac lunch on ‘Red Wednesday.’

Heartland Sports

Golfweek Collegiate Kickoff wraps up at Dalhousie

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 11:33 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The final day of the Golfweek Collegiate Kickoff wrapped up Tuesday at the Dalhousie Golf Club.

National

Travis Kelce hyperextends knee, status uncertain for Thursday night

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 3:15 PM CDT
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By KCTV5 Staff
The Chiefs may be without one of their most prolific offensive weapons when they open the season in two days.

National

Kansas City Chiefs to celebrate Super Bowl LVII with fans at NFL opener

Updated: Sep. 5, 2023 at 11:52 AM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
The Kansas City Chiefs plan to celebrate Super Bowl LVII win with a new banner at Arrowhead prior to kickoff against the Lions.

Heartland Sports

SIU Quarterback Nic Baker grabs top MVFC Honor

Updated: Sep. 4, 2023 at 10:47 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
SIU Quarterback Nic Baker earned Missouri Valley Football Conference Player of the Week honors on Monday.

Heartland Sports

Golfweek begins at Dalhousie

Updated: Sep. 4, 2023 at 6:57 AM CDT
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By Heartland News
The University of Missouri is hosting a big tournament this week at Dalhousie Golf Club in Cape Girardeau.

Football

Southern Illinois Football wins season opener over Austin Peay

Updated: Sep. 3, 2023 at 9:17 AM CDT
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By Jess Todd
Salukis defeated Austin Peay 49-23 in front of a crowd of over 8,000 at Saluki Stadium.

Heartland Football Friday

Heartland Football Friday 9/1

Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 11:43 PM CDT
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By Amber Ruch
Check scores and highlights on Heartland News at 10 on September 1.

News

Gov. Beshear announces the release of sports wagering catalog

Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 6:41 PM CDT
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By Josh Seabaugh
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission’s Sports Wagering Advisory Council released a Wagering Catalog

National

Travis Kelce claims the top spot in AP’s NFL tight end rankings

Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 12:01 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
When it comes to tight ends in the NFL, one stands alone.

Heartland Football Friday

Chaffee football player air lifted after injury in 2nd quarter

Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 7:47 AM CDT
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By Heartland News
There were some tense moments on the football field in Charleston Thursday night after a freshman player for Chaffee was injured.

Heartland Football Friday

Judge rules on case regarding eligibility status of Springfield high school football star

Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 3:56 PM CDT
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By KY3 Staff
Student-athlete Kylan Mabins transferred from Kickapoo High School to Glendale High School this summer.

National

Glendale High School student sues Springfield Public Schools in fight over football eligibility

Updated: Aug. 30, 2023 at 10:08 PM CDT
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By Frances Watson
Student-athlete Kylan Mabins is no longer allowed to play high school football.

Heartland Sports

Cardinals walk off against the Padres in 10 Innings

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 11:41 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
The St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 6-5 in 10 innings Tuesday night at Busch Stadium.

Heartland Sports

Jackson Football coach Ryan Nesbitt prepares for debut at home

Updated: Aug. 29, 2023 at 11:04 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
First-year Jackson Indians Head Football coach Ryan Nesbitt will make his debut at home Friday night against defending Class 5 State Champion Francis Howell.

Heartland Sports

Former SEMO Wide Receiver signs with Eagles

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 11:22 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
Former SEMO Wide Receiver Johnny King has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Heartland Sports

Heartland Football Friday Top 12 Plays

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 11:15 PM CDT
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By Todd Richards
Here are the top plays in this week's Heartland Football Friday Countdown.

National

Andy Reid in the lead spot in AP’s NFL Top 5 head coach rankings

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 4:20 PM CDT
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By ROB MAADDI
Andy Reid couldn’t win the big one until he went to Kansas City and got Patrick Mahomes

National

Patrick Mahomes is unanimous choice by AP for the top spot among NFL quarterbacks

Updated: Aug. 28, 2023 at 4:19 PM CDT
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By ROB MAADDI
Patrick Mahomes is a two-time NFL MVP, a two-time Super Bowl MVP and has led the Kansas City Chiefs to the AFC championship game five straight seasons