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SIU’s stair climb to commemorate 9/11, War on Terror
CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois University Carbondale will pay tribute to the victims of Sept. 11, 2001, with a workout session at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Sept.11. The 9/11 Saluki Stair Climb at SIU’s Banterra Center involves a simulated 110-floor stair climb, representing the 110 floors of the World Trade Center twin towers that were destroyed that day. The public can participate individually or as a team. Participants should plan to arrive by 5:45 a.m.
MO Sports Hall of Fame CEO and President visits Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Missouri Sports Hall of Fame CEO and President Byron Shive visited Cape Girardeau on Thursday, August 15 ahead of the Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon on September 17. This marks the first time in eight years, the Hall of Fame ceremony will take place in...
Illinois Republicans address upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago
(The Center Square) – With the Democratic National Convention set to begin next week in Chicago, Illinois Republicans are taking the time to remind everyone how the state’s Democrats have fared. In an event that is expected to be volatile with protests, Democrats are expected to be meeting with other party leaders, discussing policies and rallying behind presidential candidate Kamala Harris. During the Democratic County Chairs brunch Wednesday, Gov. J.B....
Tropics beat Squirrels for 3rd Place in Babe Ruth World Series
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - The Southeast Tropics beat the Charleston Fighting Squirrels 11-2 to claim third place in the Babe Ruth World Series Thursday at Capaha Park. This marked the final game for the Tropics and head coach Dustin Schwartz. Schwartz is stepping away to spend more time with...
Jazz trombonist to debut new album at Scout Hall in Cape Girardeau
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Jazz trombonist Felipe Brito will debut his new album at Scott Hall in Cape Girardeau. On Saturday, August 24, you can experience the music of São Paulo in an evening at Scout Hall. Brazilian trombonist, educator, composer, and arts administrator, Felipe Brito, debuts his new album, “Não Deixe para Amanhã” (“Don’t Put Off Until Tomorrow”).
Recent dog dumping in Cape Girardeau overwhelms a Heartland animal shelter
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Dogs can be a man’s best friend. But it doesn’t always go both ways. Two Cape Girardeau animal facilities have been met with some unpleasant surprises that they were not prepared for. Two dogs, both in poor condition were dumped at Dana’s Pet...
Alternating Currents Electrifying The Quad-Cities With Events In Illinois And Iowa
Alternating Currents is recharged and ready to electrify local music fans Aug. 16-20 with over 100 acts across 30 venues throughout the Quad-Cities. Featuring an eclectic and vibrant mix of music, comedy, film and visual arts strewn across two states and multiple locations, it’s a one-of-a-kind fest that allows people to put together a diverse menu of awesome entertainment, and the majority of the shows are free.
Daylight saving time, first day of fall: Here's what to know as autumn inches closer
With the start of fall just over a month away, many are wondering about the end of another milestone: daylight saving time. The bi-annual switching of the clocks will once again return, marking the end of daylight saving time in Illinois, but not until much later in the season. Here's...
Pioneer Hi-Bred, Corteva settle suit with farmworkers allegedly sprayed with pesticides
A group of migrant agricultural workers who say they were sprayed with pesticides while working in a central Illinois cornfield in 2019 reached a confidential settlement late last month with Corteva and its Johnston-based subsidiary, Pioneer Hi-Bred International, ending a three-year lawsuit with the seed giants. The case against the companies that...
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
It’s A Historic Time For Illinois High School Girls Sports
It's a very exciting time for high school sports in Illinois with a new opportunity starting this fall for the female athletes. High School Girls Flag Football Kicks Off Officially This Fall In Illinois. It's been an amazing year for women's sports. A year ago, a world record-breaking crowd of...
Pumpkins, orchards & farms: Where to find them in Central IL
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Central Illinois has already gotten a brief taste of the crisp autumn air, and it might have left some feeling eager to pick some pumpkins or wander around the nearest orchard. But where can you find them, and when will they open? We won’t “leaf” you hanging, fall fans. Here’s a […]
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