Regional News

Rhodes names new chief operating officer

CAPE GIRARDEAU – Rhodes Convenience Stores, a leading convenience store business in Southeast Missouri, Southern Illinois, and Western Kentucky, has announced the appointment of Robert Cisneros as the company’s new Chief Operating Officer.     Robert brings nearly 30 years of leadership experience with the world’s largest global consumer products company, where he held senior roles in global […]

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Southeast Missouri Food Bank calls on community to Take Action Against Hunger this September

SIKESTON, Mo. – Hunger is a daily reality for thousands of our neighbors in Southeast Missouri, but together, we can change that.   This September, Southeast Missouri Food Bank is inviting communities across its 16-county service area to come together for Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign to inspire people to take simple, meaningful steps

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SEMO Food Bank, Redhawks football will ‘sack’ hunger

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – The Southeast Missouri Food Bank is once again teaming up with Southeast Missouri State University’s Department of Athletics to Sack Hunger during the 2025 football season.   Now in its fourth year, the initiative turns defensive plays on the field into meals for families facing hunger across the region.   For

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LFCS Labor Day Raffle will support local families

CAPE GIRARDEAU – As summer winds down and Labor Day approaches, Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS) in Cape Girardeau invites the community to participate in its festive “Stars, Stripes and Relaxing Nights” raffle. Participants will have a chance to win a luxurious backyard entertainment package valued at $1,300 – all while supporting critical services

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Jefferson College to host ribbon-cutting events for Vet Tech and Workforce spaces Sept. 11

HILLSBORO — Jefferson College will host two ribbon-cutting celebrations on Thursday, Sept. 11, showcasing updates to its Veterinary Technology Building (Vet Tech) and Workforce and Employment Services (WES) space.   Both events are open to the public and will take place on the Hillsboro campus located at 1000 Viking Drive, Hillsboro, MO 63050, starting with

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Four St. Louis area residents sentenced for fraud committed with checks stolen from the mail

U.S. Attorney’s Office, Eastern District of Missouri ST. LOUIS – Four people, including a former U.S. Postal Service employee, have been sentenced for their role in a conspiracy that stole checks from the mail to commit bank fraud, U.S. Attorney Thomas C. Albus announced Tuesday.   The four defendants received sentences of between 12 and

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Just Announced: For King + Country December 9

ST. LOUIS – Nashville-based and 4x GRAMMY®-winning duo for KING + COUNTRY is bringing their fan-favorite holiday spectacle, A DRUMMER BOY CHRISTMAS: THE LIVE EXPERIENCE, to St. Louis for one night only on Tuesday, December 9 at 7:00 p.m.     Known for their explosive energy, cinematic visuals, and spirit-filled storytelling, this exclusive tour marks the only opportunity to

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Lt. Governor David Wasinger and Senator Adam Schnelting to host Forum on Elder Abuse Awareness in St. Charles

ST.CHARLES, MO – Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger and State Senator Adam Schnelting will host a Forum on Elder Abuse Awareness on Friday, July 25, 2025. The event will serve as a platform to shine a light on the often-overlooked issue of elder abuse, while providing attendees with information on critical resources available to protect seniors

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