Regional News

Daniel joins SEMO Food Bank board of directors

SIKESTON – Kristen Daniel, Corporate Human Resources Director at Havco, has been named to Southeast Missouri Food Bank’s board of directors.   “Kristen brings a depth of knowledge to the Food Bank, with human resources in both the healthcare and manufacturing fields,” said Joey Keys, president and CEO of Southeast Missouri Food Bank. “Not only […]

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Join MDC for fun and informative events throughout June at the Cape Nature Center

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.- Learn outdoor skills and connect with nature this summer at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is hosting several free programs in the Southeast Region this June. Squirrel Hunting 101 Thursday, June 11: Take on the excitement of all things squirrel hunting! Participants will learn the basics and

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URGENT CALL: Blood and platelet donors needed now

CAPE GIRARDEAU— The American Red Cross has an urgent need for donors and is counting on people to act now and book a time to give lifesaving blood or platelets.  Donors of all blood types are essential in keeping the blood supply strong enough to withstand summer challenges.   Scheduled donations, which account for 90% of all blood donations, have dropped sharply in recent weeks. As a result, the blood supply has fallen

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Newly energized substation includes outage reduction upgrades for Cape Girardeau and Jackson customers

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo.  – Ameren Missouri has energized a new substation to support reliability and provide additional system capacity in Cape Girardeau County. The substation, located near the Cape Jaycee Municipal Golf Course, will serve approximately 3,400 customers in north Cape Girardeau and Jackson.   The upgraded substation is outfitted with equipment designed to automatically

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Cape Girardeau man sent to prison for identity theft, pandemic fraud

CAPE GIRARDEAU – U.S. District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh Jr. on Tuesday sentenced a man who used stolen identities to fraudulently apply for pandemic loans, file tax returns and seek state benefits to 39 months in prison.   Judge Limbaugh also ordered Myles Benjamin Depew, 35, of Cape Girardeau, to pay $25,000 restitution to the

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Jefferson College Foundation and Enterprise Bank & Trust launch free, no-pressure financial planning and legacy workshop series

HILLSBORO, MO — Planning for the future is something every single one of us needs to do, yet the world of taxes, estate planning, and financial management can often feel overwhelming, complicated, and hard to access.   To bridge this gap and provide clear, simple guidance for everyone in the community, the Jefferson College Foundation

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Celebrate National Dairy Month: Dairy delivers the whole package for every age every day

ST. LOUIS — From protein and calcium to the taste people love, dairy delivers the whole package for every age every day. June is National Dairy Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate dairy foods and the hardworking dairy farmers who make milk, cheese and yogurt staple foods across the United States.   “Whether

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Missouri Right to Life ‘Make Missouri Pro-Life Again’ gala dinner marked by strong support and enthusiastic response

ST. CHARLES – The Missouri Right to Life “Make Missouri Pro-Life Again” gala dinner held on Wednesday, May 20, at the St. Charles Convention Center drew an impressive crowd of over 1,000 attendees, marking it as one of the largest pro-life gatherings in the state’s history. The event featured keynote speaker Riley Gaines and was

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri and Stephens College launch new partnership through AdvanceHER™ Leadership Program

ST. LOUIS, MO – Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM) proudly announces a new partnership with Stephens College through the GSEM AdvanceHER™ Leadership Program, creating expanded pathways to higher education and leadership development for Girl Scouts and staff across eastern Missouri. This collaboration reflects a commitment to empowering young women through education, mentorship, and holistic

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