Amazon In Scott City

The City of Scott City is excited to announce that Amazon will expand its investment in Southeast Missouri by opening a new last-mile delivery station in Scott City in 2025. The 61,000-square-foot facility, located at 250 Semo Industrial Drive, will be the first development in the city’s 380-acre SEMO Industrial Park. Construction is set to … Read more

New SEMO President

The Southeast Missouri State University Board of Governors announced the appointment of Dr. Brad Hodson, executive vice president at Missouri Southern State University, as the 19th president of Southeast Missouri State University. He will assume the presidency on July 1st.“The Board is excited to make this announcement and strongly believes in Dr. Hodson’s ability to … Read more

Future SEMO President

According to a release from SEMO, the search for the 19th President of SEMO has reached a pivotal development. The Presidential Search Advisory Committee says they unanimously recommended the Board of Governors to invite Dr. Brad Hodson to the campus.

Sikeston Leadership Meeting

Sikeston community leaders met with Missouri state legislators this week to discuss local priorities. The meeting also included the Missouri Department of Economic Development leadership.

Sikeston Leadership Meeting

Sikeston community leaders met with Missouri state legislators this week to discuss local priorities. The meeting also included the Missouri Department of Economic Development leadership.

CG Water Issue

A mechanical failure at the water treatment plant could limit the city’s water supply, according to Cape Girardeau city leaders. According to a news release one of the city’s three clarifiers failed this week that officials say will cost one million dollars to repair and could take months. The good news is water quality isn’t … Read more

CG Apartment Fire

The Cape Girardeau Fire Department responded to an emergency report concerning an apartment fire located in the 100 block of Clark Street Wednesday afternoon caused by a cooking incident. Firefighters observed visible flames pouring out of a lower apartment window, in addition to identifying a person in a second-floor window. Firefighters quickly deployed a ladder … Read more

Poplar Bluff Stabbing

The suspect of a stabbing at a gas station in Poplar Bluff on Sunday night is behind bars. Timothy Wayne Bishop, 33, of Poplar Bluff, was charged with first-degree assault, armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon and tampering with physical evidence.He has an initial court appearance scheduled for Thursday, February 13.According to online … Read more

CG Bank Case

Richard Bann was sentenced to five years for stealing from a Cape Girardeau bank. Bann was in court where he withdrew his plea of not guilty and pleaded guilty to a charge of stealing or attempt to steal – from financial institution.He was sentenced to five years in the Missouri Department of Corrections.In August 2024, … Read more

Sikeston Fire Department Improves ISO Rating

Sikeston Public Safety Fire Division has improved its ISO rating from a 4 to a 3, potentially reducing citizen insurance rates. The ISO sets criteria for fire departments in the US, with Public Protection Classification (PPC) ratings ranging from 1 to 10. Only a small percentage of departments are rated 3 or better, with most … Read more