The project is meant to improve traffic flow, walkability and parking.

Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial will mark Agent Orange Awareness Day on Monday, August 10.

From August 5-8, bull riding, barrel racing and live entertainment return to Sikeston.

Bishop Heelan senior selected by the Boston Red Sox in the MLB draft

Some Southern Colorado evacuees head back home

As families stock up on fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July, one West Monroe fireworks stand owner says the danger isn’t just in the big aerial displays

Organizers say the “all-day hometown festival is about bringing people together to celebrate family, friends, faith, and community.”

At the Jackson Civic Center, attendees will find more than 50 vendors, collections, demonstrations, live music and food trucks. The event is free to attend.

The Southern Illinois Bigfoot Conference is set for September.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois will host a trivia night on August 29.

Next year, Giant City State Park will celebrate its 100th anniversary.

A western Kentucky business is raising money for local first responders at an event this weekend.

Organizers say the “all-day hometown festival is about bringing people together to celebrate family, friends, faith, and community.”

At the Jackson Civic Center, attendees will find more than 50 vendors, collections, demonstrations, live music and food trucks. The event is free to attend.

The Southern Illinois Bigfoot Conference is set for September.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois will host a trivia night on August 29.

Next year, Giant City State Park will celebrate its 100th anniversary.

A western Kentucky business is raising money for local first responders at an event this weekend.

Southern Illinois University Carbondale will commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with its annual 9/11 Saluki Stair Climb.

The Oak Ridge Boys will perform at the venue on October 23 as part of their Celebrating Route 66 tour.

The Southern Illinois Bigfoot Conference is set for September.

Pickle Fest 2, The Pickling will be held in Marion on August 8.

The Ultimate Brick Show is back on Saturday and Sunday, August 8-9.

The Williamson County Fair is set for August 8-15.

The Cape Girardeau County Historical Society will be celebrate its centennial.

Community members will get a chance to mingle with Scott City Police officers and firefighters and enjoy a meal together.

Board & Brush will host a DIY for a Cause workshop in August to raise money for a Heartland nonprofit.

Comedian Carrot Top is coming to the Heartland next spring.

Uptown Jackson is celebrating Christmas in July by announcing their Christmas parade theme and a new holiday ornament.

Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial marked Agent Orange Awareness Day on Monday, August 10.