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The 6th annual Sikeston Parade of Lights begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 1.

6th annual Sikeston Parade of Lights held on Dec. 1

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Amber Ruch
The 6th annual Sikeston Parade of Lights begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, December 1.

Events

Cape Anime Con will be held at the Drury Conference Center in Cape Girardeau on March 9 - 10,...

Cape Anime Con to be held March 9-10

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Josh Seabaugh
Tickets are on sale for the upcoming Cape Anime Con held in March 2024

News

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to discover nature through...

MDC hosting eagle-watching events from Dec. through Feb.

Updated: 16 hours ago
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By Olivia Tock
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites the public to discover nature through Eagle Days events by watching bald eagles around the state.

Events

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy is coming back to the Black River Coliseum.

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy coming to Black River Coliseum ahead of 2024 total solar eclipse

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 9:27 PM CST
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By Marsha Heller
Comedian Jeff Foxworthy is coming back to the Black River Coliseum.

News

The Lights Fantastic Parade will roll through the city tomorrow night for the 32nd year.

32nd Annual Carbondale Lights Fantastic Parade kicks off Saturday

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 6:29 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
The Lights Fantastic Parade will roll through the city tomorrow night for the 32nd year.

News

It's the 21st Annual Happy Slapowitz's Toy Bash.

21st annual Happy Slapowitz’s toy bash

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 6:22 PM CST
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By Nicki Clark
The event is something like a bar crawl. Donating gets you into all participating downtown bars.

Events

Local business owners hope the new addition of Christmas lights to Spanish Street in Downtown...

Holiday Open House in downtown Cape Girardeau

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 6:20 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The Holiday Open House is a two-day event in downtown Cape Girardeau.

News

Volunteers at the Glenn House hope to spread holiday cheer through Christmas-themed Friday...

Spend holiday evenings at the Glenn House every Friday in December

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 4:28 PM CST
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By Rachel Grubbs
This year’s theme is the Elements of Christmas, with a focus on how water, fire, earth, air, and the spirit of Christmas feature in both modern and historical traditions.

Community

A list of current boil water orders and advisories in the Heartland.

Current boil water orders/advisories in the Heartland

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 3:47 PM CST
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By Heartland News
A list of current boil water orders and advisories in the Heartland.

News

FILE PHOTO: The annual Lights Fantastic Parade in Carbondale, Ill. is set for Saturday,...

Lights Fantastic Parade set for Dec. 2 in Carbondale

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 3:28 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The annual Lights Fantastic Parade is set for Saturday, December 2.
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Events

The 3rd annual Malden Christmas Church Tour is set for Sunday, December 17.

3rd annual Malden Christmas Church Tour set for Dec. 17

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 2:08 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The 3rd annual Malden Christmas Church Tour is set for Sunday, December 17.

Traffic

Heartland Road Projects.

Heartland Road Projects

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 1:19 PM CST
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By Heartland News
Here are road projects going on in the Heartland. Drive safely!

Community

In Cape Girardeau, the Rotary Club is continuing to live up to its motto by giving back to the...

Cape Girardeau Rotary landscaping project at Blanchard Elementary School completed

Updated: Dec. 1, 2023 at 7:20 AM CST
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By Marsha Heller
The entrance to Blanchard Elementary School has a fresh new look.

News

With temperatures plunging Tuesday night and the official start of winter right around the...

United Way of Southeast Missouri seeks community input on possible emergency homeless shelter

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 5:26 PM CST
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By Madison Steward
With temperatures plunging Tuesday night and the official start of winter right around the corner, organizations like the United Way of Southeast Missouri are scrambling to find overnight shelter for the homeless.

News

"Just a Small Town Christmas" event coming to Kennett, Mo.

Kennett, Mo. to host ‘Just a Small Town Christmas’ event

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 4:28 PM CST
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By Rachel Grubbs
Beginning at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Kennett Mayor Jake Crafton will deliver the Christmas proclamation, kicking off the holiday season.

News

The Cape Girardeau County Historical Society is hosting its third annual Nativity Walk at the...

3rd annual Christmas exhibit on display to bring joy to visitors

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 4:26 PM CST
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By Ahmad Lathan
The Historical Society’s hosting its third annual Nativity Walk at the History Center on High Street in Jackson, Missouri.

Events

SEMO's Big Band Holiday Jukebox is coming to the River Campus Dec. 1-2.

Big Band Holiday Jukebox coming up at SEMO River Campus

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 4:12 PM CST
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By Heartland News
The Big Band Holiday Jukebox will be Friday and Saturday night, December 1-2 in the Bedell Performance Hall at the River Campus.

Events

The 45th annual Holiday Craft Sale is set for Thursday, November 30 through Saturday, December 2.

SIUC’s annual holiday craft sale set for Nov. 30-Dec. 2

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 3:22 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The 45th annual Holiday Craft Sale is set for Thursday, November 30 through Saturday, December 2.

News

The winners have been announced for the 31st Annual Downtown Parade of Lights.

Winners announced for 31st Annual Downtown Parade of Lights

Updated: Nov. 30, 2023 at 2:11 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The winners have been announced for the 31st Annual Downtown Parade of Lights.

News

A Sikeston tradition returns once again to shine a light on dark winter nights.

‘It’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas in Sikeston:’ light display returns for fourth year

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 5:33 PM CST
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By Rachel Grubbs
A Sikeston tradition returns once again to shine a light on dark winter nights.

News

Nearly 50,000 health care workers in Illinois say they’re underpaid, and they want the...

Health care workers union rallies in Carbondale, Ill.

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 5:30 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
Health care, child care, home care and nursing home workers make up the Service Employees International Union.

News

Next week, students from the Perryville Area Career and Technology Center will present the...

PACTC to present refurbished military Jeep to Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 4:35 PM CST
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By Olivia Tock
Next week, students from the Perryville Area Career and Technology Center will present the keys to a restored military Jeep that will be on permanent display at Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial in Perryville, Missouri.

Events

The national tour of “Peter Pan” will stop at the Carson Center Friday, December 1.

National tour of ‘Peter Pan’ to stop in Paducah

Updated: Nov. 29, 2023 at 3:24 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The national tour of “Peter Pan” will stop at the Carson Center Friday, December 1.

News

Today, 48 small businesses across the state of Illinois joined an elite club. And five of...

5 Heartland small businesses inducted into “Illinois Made” program

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 11:35 PM CST
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By Olivia Tock
Today, 48 small businesses across the state of Illinois joined an elite club. And five of those businesses are from here in the Heartland.

News

Shawnee Health leaders gathered for the demolition of an old building ahead of construction...

Part of old building demolished ahead of construction on new Shawnee Health community health and wellness center

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 6:25 PM CST
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By Heartland News
Part of an old building was demolished on Tuesday, November 28 ahead of the building of a new health care resource in southern Illinois.

Events

The 2023 Uptown Jackson Revitalization Organization Christmas Parade will be Sunday, December 3.

Jackson Christmas Parade set for Dec. 3

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 2:12 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The 2023 Uptown Jackson Revitalization Organization Christmas Parade will be Sunday, December 3.

News

The Thanks “Giving Back” campus food drive helps students in need at Southern Illinois...

Thanks ‘Giving Back’ food drive to benefit SIUC students

Updated: Nov. 28, 2023 at 5:13 AM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The Thanks “Giving Back” campus food drive helps students in need at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Events

A family-friendly Christmas Cookie Walk will take place this Sunday on the historic Apple...

Christmas Cookie Walk to be held in Old Appleton this weekend

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 11:25 PM CST
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By Olivia Tock
A family-friendly Christmas Cookie Walk will take place this Sunday on the historic Apple Creek Bridge in Old Appleton.

Events

As part of a collaboration between Carbondale Community High School and Circle K of SIU...

Backpacks for Success drive wraps up for final project on Wed.

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 10:55 PM CST
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By Olivia Tock
As part of a collaboration between Carbondale Community High School and Circle K of SIU Carbondale, the Backpacks for Success drive will be having it’s final event this week.

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An organization in Dexter, Missouri wants to make fostering more accessible for those willing...

Ezekiel’s Closet works to help Heartland foster families

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 7:00 PM CST
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By Madison Steward
An organization in Dexter, Missouri wants to make fostering more accessible for those willing to open up their homes and their hearts.

News

Making smiles a bit brighter, that’s the mission of a southern Illinois health care group, and...

Shawnee Health teaches kids importance of good oral hygiene with their “Smiling with Shawnee” program

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 5:39 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
Shawnee Health recently received a $200,000 grant through the Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation to help pay for the program.

Events

The 5th Annual Lights Parade will be Friday evening, December 8.

5th Annual Lights Parade in Cairo, Ill. set for Dec. 8

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 5:01 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The 5th Annual Lights Parade will be Friday evening, December 8.

Events

The 18th annual Southern Illinois Alternative Gift Fair will continue its tradition of...

Southern Ill. Alternative Gift Fair happening on Sunday

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 4:58 PM CST
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By Olivia Tock
The 18th annual Southern Illinois Alternative Gift Fair will continue its tradition of “offering gifts that matter” this coming Sunday in Carbondale.

Missouri

Residents decorating their yards for the holidays could win the 3rd annual Mayor’s Holiday...

Sikeston residents can compete in 3rd annual Mayor’s Holiday Spirit Award

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 11:15 AM CST
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By Amber Ruch
Residents decorating their yards for the holidays could win the 3rd annual Mayor’s Holiday Spirit Award.

Events

The annual downtown Mt. Vernon Christmas parade and activities are set for Saturday, December 2.

Mt. Vernon Christmas parade, activities

Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 11:00 AM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The annual downtown Mt. Vernon Christmas parade and activities are set for Saturday, December 2.

News

The streets of Broadway in Cape Girardeau were filled with holiday cheer on Sunday evening...

Parade of Lights held in Cape Girardeau

Updated: Nov. 26, 2023 at 9:13 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch and Josh Seabaugh
The streets of Broadway in Cape Girardeau were filled with holiday cheer on Sunday evening.

Events

The Happy Slapowitz's Toy Bash is returning for its 21st year.

Happy Slapowitz’s Toy Bash event happening Dec. 8

Updated: Nov. 25, 2023 at 10:26 AM CST
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By Olivia Tock
The Happy Slapowitz's Toy Bash is returning for its 21st year.

News

Many people came together for a festive night as the 30-foot tall tree in downtown Cape...

Old Town Cape’s Christmas tree lit on Broadway

Updated: Nov. 24, 2023 at 9:15 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch and Josh Seabaugh
Many people came together for a festive night as the 30-foot tall tree in downtown Cape Girardeau lit up

Events

Christmas in the Village will feature carolers, food, crafts and more on Saturday, December 2.

Christmas in the Village set for Dec. 2 in Cobden, Ill.

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 4:46 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
Christmas in the Village will feature carolers, food, crafts and more on Saturday, December 2.

News

The annual Sikeston Community Thanksgiving Dinner starts at 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

Volunteers prepare for Sikeston Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 4:24 PM CST
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By Rachel Grubbs
The annual Sikeston Community Thanksgiving Dinner starts at 11 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.

News

This initiative aims to bring joy to children in need in the local community.

Toys for Tots collecting donations at the Cape Girardeau Police Department

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 3:27 PM CST
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By Clayton Hester
This initiative aims to bring joy to children in need in the local community.

Events

The Carbondale Community Farmers Market will open for its winter season on Saturday, December 2.

Carbondale Community Winter Farmers Market opens Dec. 2

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 3:05 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
The Carbondale Community Farmers Market will open for its winter season on Saturday, December 2.

News

According to AAA, they are projecting 55.4 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from...

IDOT leaders give you some tips to help make your Thanksgiving travels a bit easier

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 2:46 PM CST
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By Colin Baillie
According to AAA, they are projecting 55.4 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period.

News

Meetings will be held next week to discuss the new study for the US 60 connectivity project.

Public meetings set to discuss new study for U.S. 60 connectivity project

Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 5:08 AM CST
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By Colin Baillie
Some Kentucky legislators are wanting another study done to the north of that existing bridge, for what they’re calling a possible economic development opportunity for western Kentucky.

News

When you’ve got a Thanksgiving guest list in the hundreds, you’re going to need a lot of food...

Heartland nonprofits prepare for Thanksgiving

Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 5:39 PM CST
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By Ahmad Lathan
When you’ve got a Thanksgiving guest list in the hundreds, you’re going to need a lot of food and support.

News

Health Department Administrator Emily Goodwin said the department was able to buy the mobile...

Butler Co. Health Dept. hopes new mobile unit helps accessibility

Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 3:53 PM CST
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By Madison Steward
Bringing health care to you, that’s the goal behind the new mobile health unit in Poplar Bluff

News

Vincentian Marian Youth Mass will be at 5:00 p.m.
This will be followed by the tree lighting...

Annual tree lighting to be held at National Shrine in Perryville

Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 3:08 PM CST
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By Clayton Hester
The public is invited to the annual tree lighting event at the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville, Missouri on December 3, 2023.

News

FILE PHOTO: Cape Girardeau Assistant Police Chief Adam Glueck answers city council questions...

Cape Girardeau city council to consider ordinance to ask voters for tax levy supporting police, firefighter salaries

Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 1:16 PM CST
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By Amber Ruch
City council members will consider an ordinance to ask voters for a 25-cent tax levy to support police officer and firefighter salaries.

Events

FILE PHOTO: Saint Francis Healthcare System will host its annual live nativity on Friday,...

Saint Francis Healthcare System to host live nativity

Updated: Nov. 21, 2023 at 11:42 AM CST
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By Amber Ruch
Saint Francis Healthcare System will host its annual live nativity on Friday, December 15.

Events

The Alexander/Pulaski County branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored...

NAACP of Alexander, Pulaski Co. to host free community dinner

Updated: Nov. 20, 2023 at 9:13 PM CST
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By Olivia Tock
The Alexander/Pulaski County branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) will be hosting a free community dinner in December.
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