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

A free community resource fair will be held at Lincoln Park in Sikeston on Thursday, June 18.

Southern Colorado horse rescue reacts to cases of animal cruelty

Organizers say 600 Jeeps and 2,000 people visited the Bald Knob Cross of Peace for Blessing of the Jeeps 2026.

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

Organizers have released the full grandstand lineup for the 2026 SEMO District Fair.

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.

Cape Con returns to the Show Me Center this fall.

The Graves County Tractor Drive will take place on Saturday, July 25 in Mayfield, Kentucky.

The Cape Girardeau Public Library will host its 2026 Fall Book Sale from August 20-23.

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

Organizers have released the full grandstand lineup for the 2026 SEMO District Fair.

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.

Cape Con returns to the Show Me Center this fall.

After a major flooding event struck southeast Missouri, the Black River Hideaway Campground will host a fundraiser this weekend to help its neighbors.

A ‘90s country music legend is coming to the SEMO District Fair.

Three Dog Night will be taking the Grandstand Stage at the SEMO District Fair in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Headz Entertainment is hosting the Grateful Bluegrass Festival 2026 at Rocky River Resort in Doniphan, Missouri this fall.

Champion Community Investments will host a free workshop in Carbondale for entrepreneurs and small business owners on July 16.

Comedian, writer and former late-night T.V. show host Jay Leno is coming to southern Illinois.

The 7th annual Heroes for Kids Comic Con is coming to Perryville, Missouri on July 18-19.

At the city council meeting on July 6, officials proclaimed July Parks and Recreation Month in Cape Girardeau.

In celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the Mercy Health Foundation will host its annual Independence Day 5K.

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, the Marion VA Health Care System is inviting veterans and their families to take a different kind of patriotic step--one focused on health, wellness and the benefits they’ve earned through service.

July is National Recreation and Parks Month, and to celebrate, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced several events planned at state historic sites throughout southern Illinois.

A free community event will honor a local historian and founder of an area animal shelter.