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6th annual Jeepin’ for St. Jude set for September
SOUTHERN Ill. (KFVS) - The 6th annual Jeepin’ for St. Jude is set for early September. Sign up for Saturday, September 7. According to organizers, it costs $30 per Jeep. Registration is from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. You can pre-register by calling Absher-Arnold Dealership at 618-993-5000 or click here.
West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes near Pinckneyville
Routine testing has identified the first batch of mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile virus this year in Perry County. The mosquitoes were collected on July 18 near Pinckneyville. 39 Illinois counties have now reported positive tests of the virus in humans, birds and mosquitoes. Alexander, Hardin, Johnson and...
Morris Police Officer Markusic Named Finalist For Illinois Officer of the Year
A Morris Police Officer was recently honored as a state finalist. Morris Police Officer Derek Zumbahlen was in our studios on Friday talking about Officer Sarah Markusic receiving nominations for Illinois Officer of the Year. Your browser does not support the audio element. Morris Police Chief Alices Steffes said Officer...
AP Schools names Barry Whittington Principal of Dutchtown High School
Ascension Public Schools announces the appointment of four new school administrators, including Dutchtown High Principal Barry Whittington. “It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome these new leaders who bring a wealth of experience to our schools. Their dedication to student success and commitment to fostering a positive learning environment will undoubtedly enhance our educational community,” said Superintendent Edith Walker, Ed.D.
Bernie man seriously injured after motorcycle-involved crash
MALDEN, Mo. (KFVS) - A man from Bernie, Missouri was seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash in Dunklin County Friday evening. According to Missouri State Highway Patrol Crash Reports, the crash took place on July 26 around 6:09 p.m. Both vehicles were going northbound on Route MM, five miles west of Malden.
Georgia doctor, CEO accused of failing to spot brain tumor has Kentucky license revoked
The Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure released an order on Monday revoking the license of a doctor accused of failing to diagnose a brain tumor while working for a western Kentucky hospital.
Teachers, health professionals urge parents to tackle back-to-school tasks
PADUCAH — As many students prepare to return to school, teachers and health professionals urge parents to take care of last-minute tasks. Baptist Health Paducah Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Nicole Snow said it's important to get kids on a bedtime schedule. For elementary school children, Snow recommends going to bed between 8 and 9 p.m. When it comes to older kids, that time is more flexible.
UPDATE: Two missing people located in Kentucky
Update: Henderson Police have confirmed the Horners have been found in Kuttawa, Kentucky, and they are safe. HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials with Henderson Emergency Management have issued a golden alert for two people who were last seen on July 25. According to a post, 86-year-old Ronald Horner and 79-year-old Mary Jane Horner were last […]
Fulton Store Employee Struck by Hit and Run Driver
Officers with the Fulton Police Department were called Wednesday morning to 3J’s convenience store in reference to someone being struck by a vehicle. West Kentucky Star reported a store employee was in the parking lot checking the fuel levels, when she was hit from behind by a silver SUV that promptly left the scene.
GROSS! Illinois Will Experience A “Bug Boom” This Summer
With warmer-than-average weather sweeping across Illinois, residents are noticing a surge in bug and insect activity. The unseasonable temperatures have created an ideal environment for these critters to thrive, leading to an unexpected influx in homes and gardens. In Illinois, in addition, to the warmer temperatures, we've also experienced more...
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