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Murphysboro hires a pair of soccer coaches
As the soccer scene in Southern Illinois has exploded in recent years, the Murphysboro boys’ and girls’ programs have been near the top of the heap in 1A. Both programs have been led by Michael Lydy. That changed Tuesday night when a pair of hires were made – Tim Bunselmeyer is the new head coach of the boys’ program and Matt Decker is the new girls’ coach.
Highland Park parade mass shooting victims sue Illinois State Police for approving suspect's gun card
Several victims of the Highland Park Fourth of July parade mass shooting have filed lawsuits against the Illinois State Police, alleging it allowed the suspected shooter to obtain firearms. Five lawsuits filed in the last month in the Illinois Court of Claims accuse the state police of having negligently approved...
Community Paducah organizes Photo Walk and Paint, Plant, Give & Grow Community Kindness events
PADUCAH — There are a couple Community Paducah events coming up that are making the most of the next few days' nice weather!. From 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on July 20, Community Paducah will be hosting "a day of learning, exploring, and capturing unforgettable moments" at their Photo Walk in John A William's Park.
Five charged after multiple Paducah vehicle thefts
Two Paducah men and 3 teenagers have been arrested and charged after stealing a number of vehicles last month. The Paducah Police Department began investigating reports of stolen vehicles between June 13-20. Officers said that all seven stolen vehicles had been left unlocked with the keys inside. Officers were able...
Business learn about DOE contracts
One in four Department of Energy procurement dollars goes to small businesses, but the process of getting those contracts can involve jumping through some hoops. A Paducah Chamber of Commerce luncheon worked to educate business owners on making those bids.
Local nonprofits discuss breaking down barriers that keep people homeless
PADUCAH — Local nonprofits came together Thursday afternoon to discuss breaking down the barriers keeping people homeless. The Homeless and Housing Coalition of Kentucky hosted the roundtable discussion at Paducah Cooperative Ministry. Organizations gathered to discuss solutions they can implement to help the unhoused community in Paducah. More than...
Heartland native to represent Missouri in Miss USA 2024 pageant
CAMPBELL, Mo. (KFVS) - Campbell, Missouri native Ashleigh Bedwell took home the Miss Missouri USA crown in June. “It feels so surreal,” Bedwell said. “It means a lot to me. This wasn’t the first time that I competed, I actually won on my eighth try.”. Bedwell said...
Lisa’s Grooming Salon named “Top Grooming Business” in Missouri
Mt. Vernon operation wins prestigious industry award. Lisa’s Grooming Salon and Pet Boutique, of the Mt. Vernon pet care community, has been named the “Top Grooming Business in Missouri” for 2024 by The Daily Groomer. Competing against over 500 other grooming businesses across the state, Lisa’s Grooming Salon and Pet Boutique stood out for its exceptional services, innovative practices and unwavering commitment to pet welfare.
Suspect faces felony weapons charge in connection with Cape Girardeau shooting
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - A Cape Girardeau man faces a felony weapons charge and authorities call him a person of interest in a deadly shooting. Authorities arrested 36-year-old Calvert Staten on Tuesday, July 16. According to court documents, an officer following a lead in the shooting death of 42-year-old...
Staggering IRS Data Shows 262,000 People Fled Illinois in 1 Year
I'm no math genius, but this is a stunning number of people who said goodbye to Illinois in just one calendar year. New data just shared by the IRS reveals more than a quarter million residents left the Land of Lincoln recently. I saw this story today by Wirepoint which...
Illinois Lottery celebrating 50th anniversary with Mag Mile disco party
The Illinois Lottery is celebrating its 50th anniversary Thursday with a disco party on the Mag Mile!The event will feature a live DJ, interactive photo booth, and the illinois lottery draw ball machine giving participants a chance to draw a number and win cash prizes of $500, $150 or $50 as well as instant tickets and other fun prizes. More than $10,000 in cash and prizes will be up for grabs.The party will also have a giant 35-foot disco ball.The Illinois Lottery event is at Pioneer Court starting at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
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