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Perryville fishing tournament breaks two records
When it was all said and done, the Twisted Cat Outdoors Fishing Tournament held last weekend in Perryville broke at least two records — but more about that later. Perry County Heritage Tourism Director Trish Erzfeld could barely contain her excitement as she spoke about the event that had originally been planned for the July 6 weekend. However, because of high river stages and floating debris caused by heavy rainstorms that moved through the region, it had to be postponed until Aug. 10.
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...
SVEF announces Seminary Picnic Raffle Winners
PERRYVILLE – The St. Vincent Educational Foundation has announced the winners of its Seminary Picnic Raffles. STL Cardinal ticket winners: Chuck Richardet – Perryville, MO, Teresa Bradley – Desloge, MO. $250 Winner: Deena Flentge: Perryville, MO. $500 Winner: Deanna Kline: Perryville, MO. $1000 Winner: Jeremy Meyer: Perryville,...
Groundbreaking ceremony held for new Starbucks
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Starbucks coming to Perryville was held Aug. 9 at South Perryville Boulevard and Alma Avenue. Approximately 50 people came out for the event led by Crystal Jones, director of the Perry County Economic Development Authority. Addressing the crowd, Jones said, “Today marks an exciting...
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport manager to leave for Tennessee position
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Cape Girardeau Regional Airport Manager, Katrina Amos, is leaving her position in city government at the end of the month. Amos is the second high-profile city leader to leave in the past two months. During her leadership at the airport Amos oversaw the building of...
Learn to identify native plants at 573 Pawpaw Shake
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - Learn to identify elderberries, pawpaws, and other native plants at a beginner-friendly hike. The 573 Pawpaw Shake (Beginner Level Foraging Hike) is set for 10 a.m. Sunday, August 18 at Cape Girardeau County Park North. Organizers say the event is free and open to all...
An inside look at Cape Regional Airport's new terminal
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - KFVS got a first look inside the new terminal at Cape Regional Airport as crews put the finishing touches on a project they’ve been working on for more than a year. The terminal’s doors are set to open to the public on August 22....
Legion Lake Multi-Use Trail now open to the public
The Legion Lake Multi-Use Trail was officially opened to the public following a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on the evening of Thursday, Aug. 8, under the direction of the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce. Chad Sutterer, with the help of Executive Director of Heritage Tourism Trish Erzfeld, spearheaded the creation of...
Record lounge to host karaoke night benefitting East Missouri Action Agency
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - August’s karaoke night at Spectrum Record Lounge in Cape Girardeau will support the nonprofit, East Missouri Action Agency. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 23, people 21 and older can sign up to sing. The cost is $5 at the door, with all...
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”).
Museum Musings for Friday, August 16
We continue this week looking at various aspects of our display “Flowing through Time: Wittenberg, Tower Rock & the Mississippi River.” Among the models we received from the museum in Grand Tower was a large replica of a towboat and barges. Having grown up in St. Louis, barges...
Farm Fresh grocery store owner announces its closing
After 52 years in business, a Perryville institution will close its doors in the coming months, and for many of its faithful customers, this will be a tough pill to swallow. On Monday, Farm Fresh grocery store owner Ron Courtois publicly announced that he would be retiring from the store where he has worked since he was 12 years old.
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