According to Missouri’s Foundation for Child Abuse Prevention, the Children’s Trust Fund (CTF) has approved $400,000 in additional funding:$100,000 will be donated to Feeding Missouri and will be distributed to six regional food banks in the state, specifically for infant formula and baby food. $300,000 will be used by the Missouri Parenting Partnership Home Visiting … Read more
Jackson police arrested a man Monday for alleged possession of methamphetamine.According to the Southeast Missourian Zachary A. Payne, 31, of Jackson, is being held in Cape Girardeau County Jail in lieu of a $25,000 bond. According to a probable cause statement, an officer observed a silver Honda Civic slow down, then accelerate through a red … Read more
In celebration of the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday, Governor Mike Kehoe has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome to shine red, white, and blue, beginning at sunrise on Monday, November 10, 2025, until sunrise on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The lighting pays tribute to generations of Marines who have served our nation with courage, … Read more
The search is over in the Husbands/Krebs Station area in McCracken County for a suspect 19 year old William Parker of Cape Girardeau wanted in connection with two separate chases.According to the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office, Ballard County deputies were in pursuit of a vehicle that was reportedly stolen during an armed carjacking in Springfield, … Read more
Dunklin County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Ryan Dicus announces that Cameron Kerbyson is sentenced to 64 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of 16 felonies.Kerbyson was found guilty by a jury during a trial in September.The charges stem from an incident in which Kerbyson violently attacked his girlfriend in May of 2023.
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office announces the arrest of 30 year old James Griswell of Oran On November 6, 2025, deputies with the Scott County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation that led to the arrest of Griswell for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. Deputies made multiple attempts to contact Griswell after he failed … Read more
Ameren Missouri has announced an additional $25,000 contribution to its Veterans Fund in partnership with the United Way. Eligible customers, including active-duty military members and veterans, can apply today to receive up to $600 per household when facing challenges paying their energy bills.In total, more than $90,000 is now available through the Veterans Fund. Interested … Read more
As the federal government shutdown heads into another month, Cape Girardeau Regional Airport managers are keeping a close eye on developments that could impact travelers.The Federal Aviation Administration recently announced a 10% reduction in flights across 40 of the nation’s busiest airports – including Chicago O’Hare, which is a major hub for Cape Girardeau connections.“I’m … Read more
In response to the increasing need for food impacted by the federal shutdown,United Way of Southeast Missouri (UWSEMO) is stepping up to help by distributing $3,000 from an emergency fund to area food pantries within its four-county service area of Cape Girardeau, Perry,Bollinger, and northern Scott Counties.Mark Stone, Director of Market Development, explained, “These donations … Read more
In Cape Girardeau Ashley Kelley, an exceptional educator at Trinity Lutheran School, is one of this year’s 2025 McDonald’s Outstanding Educators. Team members from McDonald’s recently visited the school to present Kelley with a certificate and a gift card in recognition of her dedication to students and the community.Now in its sixth year, the McDonald’s … Read more