Regional News

Spectrum launches gigabit upload speeds as part of multi-billion dollar national network evolution initiative

ST. LOUIS — Spectrum has announced it has launched equal upload and download speeds for Spectrum Internet Gig (1Gbps), Spectrum Internet Ultra (500 Mbps) and Spectrum Internet (300 Mbps) in St. Louis and nearby communities. The new upload speeds are up to 30 times faster than the company’s previous offerings and deliver customers enhanced connectivity […]

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With deadline looming, Lutheran Family and Children’s Services urges Missouri Tax Payers to maximize charitable giving with PRTC Tax Credits

ST. LOUIS, Mo.– Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (LFCS), one of Missouri’s oldest social service agencies and a trusted provider of life-changing services for children and families, is encouraging donors and businesses to take advantage of the state’s Pregnancy Resource Center Tax Credit (PRTC) program before the June 27 deadline. The program rewards donors with

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St. Francois County couple arrested for attempted sexual trafficking of a child

FARMINGTON — The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control announces the arrest of 39-year-old David Keith Blankenship and 28-year-old Karlie Paige Blankenship, both of Farmington, Mo.   Photos provided by St Francois County Sheriff’s office. Both were arrested Friday, May 30, 2024, for attempted sexual trafficking of a child and attempted

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Riverside Regional Library announces programs and events for June 2024

CAPE GIRARDEAU –The Riverside Regional Library has announced its programs and events for May 2024. There are two Riverside Regional Library branches in the River Region: The Altenburg Branch, at 66 Poplar Street. Call (573) 824-5267 The Perryville Branch, at 800 City Park Drive. Call 573 547-6508 A complete list of programs for the entire

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Authorities update charges in double child homicide

HILLSBORO – Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Marshak, St. Francois County Sheriff Daniel Bullock, and St. Francois County Prosecuting Attorney Blake Dudley announce additional charges in a double homicide with two juvenile victims.   36-year-old Ashley Parmeley of Pevely is now charged with one count of Murder – 1st Degree and one count of Armed Criminal Action.

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Jefferson Co. Sheriff’s Office investigates deaths of two children

HILLSBORO — Jefferson County Sheriff Dave Marshak has announced a criminal charge against the suspect in a double homicide investigation.   36-year-old Ashley Parmeley of Pevely is charged with one count of Murder – 2nd Degree. Sheriff Marshak stated the charge stems from the death of her two-year-old son, who was found unresponsive in a

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Cape Girardeau man to serve over 12 years in federal prison for selling methamphetamine to undercover officer

CAPE GIRARDEAU – The United States Attorney’s Office has announced that Trevon D. Starnes, age 30, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, has been sentenced to serve 151 months (about 12.5 years) in federal prison for the offense of distributing methamphetamine.   Starnes appeared for his sentencing hearing yesterday before United States District Judge Stephen N. Limbaugh,

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Red Cross shelter remains open for those impacted by storms in the Sikeston area

SIKESTON — Following strong storms and tornadoes over the last couple of days, an American Red Cross shelter remains open in Southeast Missouri for those impacted by the severe weather. It was opened Sunday night and 31 individuals stayed there overnight.   YMCA, 511 Taylor St., Sikeston, MO 63801   The Red Cross is also distributing water, snacks

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Discover nature with MDC Cape Nature Center’s free June programs

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Discover nature in June with Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center’s free programs!   Exhibit Animal Feeding: Feeding Frenzy | 10 – 10:30 a.m. on June 6 at Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center | Registration not required.   Discover the importance of Missouri reptiles and amphibians and see

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