CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – Families and adults are invited to test their puzzle solving skills at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC)’s Cape Girardeau Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 28. A nature-themed escape room will require participants to crack codes, decipher animal clues, unlock hidden habitats, and solve hands-on nature challenges. Earlier timeslots are reserved […]
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ST. LOUIS, MO – The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blood shortage as winter weather further impacts the ability to rebuild the blood supply. Individuals who may be eligible are urged to give blood and platelets as soon as it is safe for them to travel to help ensure lifesaving medical procedures are
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — Due to inclement weather, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has cancelled the Eagle Days event scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 31 in Puxico. Currently, there are no plans to reschedule the event for this year. MDC encourages the public to attend other Eagle Days events around the state. Find
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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that her Office has filed felony charges against Constance K. Kruse, for allegedly defrauding consumers in connection with a pet health not-for-profit scheme. “The injury or illness of a family pet can be devastating,” said Attorney General Hanaway. “It is unacceptable that a scammer would prey on Missourians
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CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO – Southeast Missouri State University is encouraging new first-time undergraduate and new first-time transfer undergraduate students to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by offering a special scholarship incentive. To promote early financial planning, SEMO will award through a random drawing, 10 scholarships of $1,000 each to eligible students
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HILLSBORO, Mo.– Jefferson College has announced the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester, recognizing 726 students for outstanding academic achievement. To qualify for the honor, full-time students must earn a grade point average of 3.25 or higher on a 4.0 scale in at least 12 graded credit hours during the semester. Part-time students
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ST. LOUIS, MO— With the potential for winter weather and dangerously cold temperatures this weekend in the greater St. Louis area, the American Red Cross urges everyone to take action now to protect themselves and their families. “Winter storms can create dangerous conditions very quickly, especially when temperatures drop and roads become icy,” said
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HILLSBORO, Mo. — Jefferson College will celebrate school pride and Viking spirit during its 2026 Homecoming Celebration, scheduled for January 26–31. The week includes on-campus activities for students, culminating in Homecoming basketball games on Saturday, January 31, which are open to alumni and the community. Student-focused Homecoming activities will take place on campus Monday
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CAPE GIRARDEAU – U.S. District Judge Sarah E. Pitlyk on Tuesday sentenced a man who in 2023 broke into 24 vehicles in Scott County and New Madrid County to steal and stole firearms to 137 months in prison. Corterian L. Wright, now 42, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Cape Girardeau in April to
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ST. LOUIS, MO — The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35 percent drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individuals are urged to give now so patients don’t face delays in lifesaving care. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types
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