News Staff City of Jackson officials have cancelled the latest Snow Route Proclamation. Now residents may return to legal parking on designated snow routes.Officials say to still be aware of slippery conditions on streets and sidewalks.
Although former Iron County Sheriff Jeffery Burkett has resigned from office and been criminally prosecuted for unrelated conduct, a report released by State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick uncovers new details about Burkett’s mismanagement of the Sheriff’s Office. The audit identifies at least $5,680 in missing money and a disorganized seized property room that contained a mysterious … Read more
If you care about your natural gas utility bill you may want to plan to attend a public hearing by The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) on April 14th. Ameren Missouri has filed a request to raise rates.The discussion will take place in Cape Girardeau agt the Osage Center Room 1AB at 1625 N. Kingshighway. … Read more
Missouri lawmakers are trying to ensure a defibrillator is in every school in the state since sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death for student athletes, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Governor Mike Kehoe has signed an executive order directing all Missouri state agencies to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and ensure compliance with the constitutional principle of equal protection under the law. The order bars the use of state funds for DEI and prevents agencies from considering DEI in their hiring decisions. “Missourians … Read more
The Cape Girardeau City Council has approved the acquisition of temporary construction easements for a sidewalk project along Cape Rock Drive. Funded by TAP grants, the project will enhance pedestrian access in two phases.
Cape Girardeau Police responded to the 1100-block of William finding 61 year old James Combs walking in the 200 block of S. Hanover carrying a long gun. During the investigation police found out Combs had threatened a victim demanding a cigarette or else. Combs was taken into custody and is now in the Cape Girardeau … Read more
Southeast Missouri State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences hosts a tradition that brings together hundreds of high school students from across the region to showcase their passion for history and research. This year marks the 50th anniversary of National History Day. At SEMO’s regional National History Day competition, participants will compete for the … Read more
Southeast Missouri State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences hosts a tradition that brings together hundreds of high school students from across the region to showcase their passion for history and research. This year marks the 50th anniversary of National History Day. At SEMO’s regional National History Day competition, participants will compete for the … Read more
The O’Reilly Automotive Foundation, Inc., the philanthropy arm of O’Reilly Auto Parts,gave $25,000 to the program last year for its expansion. It paid off, reaching more than29,000 children in southeast Missouri – an increase of more than 3,000 children.The Green Bear Project programs reach children from pre-kindergarten through high school, with age-appropriate discussions and research-based … Read more