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Big Daddy Weave coming to the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on July 25

Contemporary Christian rock band Big Daddy Weave is coming to Marion, Illinois this summer.

By Olivia TockMay 13, 2026 at 5:26 pm EDT

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SIUC’s Sharp Museum accepting submissions for cryptid-themed art exhibition

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum is looking for cryptid-themed art for a new exhibition.

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Thebes Historical Society to host annual Memorial Day Weekend event

The Thebes Historical Society will host its annual Memorial Day weekend event on Sunday, May 24.

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Renowned organist to hold free workshop, concert in Carbondale on June 6-7

Renowned organist Nicole Keller is coming to Carbondale next month for a two-for-one event.

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Mercy Health Foundation Southeast to host annual Independence Day 5K for America’s 250th

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

May 13, 2026 at 11:58 am EDT

Mound City to honor 250 years of service at special Memorial Day event

Mound City National Cemetery will host a special Memorial Day ceremony on Saturday, May 23.

By Heartland News

Take Kids Fishing Event to be held in Paducah, Ky.

A Kentucky Take Kids Fishing Event will be held in Paducah on Saturday, May 16.

By Amber Ruch

Christian youth group to host concert in Christopher, Ill.

A not-for-profit Christian youth group is set to host a concert and rally in Christopher.

By Marsha Heller

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True Nature Yoga Studio to host free ‘Sound Healing for Peace’ event June 6

True Nature Yoga Studio will host a “Sound Healing for Peace” event on Saturday, June 6.

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Big Daddy Weave coming to the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on July 25

Contemporary Christian rock band Big Daddy Weave is coming to Marion, Illinois this summer.

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Thebes Historical Society to host annual Memorial Day Weekend event

The Thebes Historical Society will host its annual Memorial Day weekend event on Sunday, May 24.

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SIUC’s Sharp Museum accepting submissions for cryptid-themed art exhibition

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum is looking for cryptid-themed art for a new exhibition.

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Renowned organist to hold free workshop, concert in Carbondale on June 6-7

Renowned organist Nicole Keller is coming to Carbondale next month for a two-for-one event.

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Mercy Health Foundation Southeast to host annual Independence Day 5K for America’s 250th

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

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Purchase Area Coffee and Chocolate Festival happening this weekend

The Purchase Area Coffee and Chocolate Festival is set to take place the first weekend of March.

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Three fall-inspired cocktails you can make this season

Fall is in the air and there’s so much to love about the season – including fall-inspired cocktails!

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Chuck E. Cheese brings back ‘Sensory Sensitive Sundays’ for kids with autism, special needs

Chuck E. Cheese marks Autism Awareness Month with the return of its program for children with autism and other sensory sensitivity needs.

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Healthy Halloween snack recipe: Ghost Bananas

Halloween is the holiday where the candy calories and sugar don’t count, right? Right?? As much as we can wish that was the case, it is not true. There are healthy alternatives to serve at your Halloween party or gathering, though.

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Add a dash of TWIX® to your food

That’s right! You can now sprinkle a little chocolatey, caramel, cookie goodness on all your food.

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3 Chick-Fil-A hacks you need to know about

Check out these 3 Chick-fil-A hacks!

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True Nature Yoga Studio to host free ‘Sound Healing for Peace’ event June 6

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Big Daddy Weave coming to the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on July 25

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Thebes Historical Society to host annual Memorial Day Weekend event

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SIUC’s Sharp Museum accepting submissions for cryptid-themed art exhibition

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Renowned organist to hold free workshop, concert in Carbondale on June 6-7

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True Nature Yoga Studio to host free ‘Sound Healing for Peace’ event June 6

True Nature Yoga Studio will host a “Sound Healing for Peace” event on Saturday, June 6.

Things to Do

Big Daddy Weave coming to the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on July 25

Contemporary Christian rock band Big Daddy Weave is coming to Marion, Illinois this summer.

Things to Do

Thebes Historical Society to host annual Memorial Day Weekend event

The Thebes Historical Society will host its annual Memorial Day weekend event on Sunday, May 24.

Things to Do

SIUC’s Sharp Museum accepting submissions for cryptid-themed art exhibition

Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s Sharp Museum is looking for cryptid-themed art for a new exhibition.

Things to Do

Renowned organist to hold free workshop, concert in Carbondale on June 6-7

Renowned organist Nicole Keller is coming to Carbondale next month for a two-for-one event.

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Mercy Health Foundation Southeast to host annual Independence Day 5K for America’s 250th

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

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Groundbreaking set for Sikeston’s downtown market pavilion

The city of Sikeston will host a groundbreaking for its new downtown market pavilion.

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Brown Bag Concert Series returns to Carbondale - with a twist

The Brown Bag Concert Series will return to Carbondale, this time with more locations.

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2026 Sunset Concert Series lineup announced

The Sunset Concert Series in Carbondale is returning for a 47th season, with an additional venue location.

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Road closures ahead of Perryville Mayfest

Police say some road will close in town ahead of and during Perryville Mayfest.

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History is brought to life with presentation, walking tour at Old Lorimier Cemetery

May is Historic Preservation Month, and one local organization is taking this time to showcase Cape Girardeau’s past.

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Country music’s Martina McBride coming to southern Ill.

An award-winning country music star is coming to southern Illinois.

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Blue Sky Vineyard set to host “Ride to Blue Sky” supporting Boys & Girls Club of Southern Ill.

Blue Sky Vineyard will host “Ride to Blue Sky” on May 2 to support the Boys & Girls Club of Southern Illinois.

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27th annual All-American Soap Box Derby winners announced

The Rotary Club of Cape Girardeau and The Rushing Family Trust held its 27th annual All-American Soap Box Derby on May 2.

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Prom for adults to raise funds for Badges Give Back

The prom is specifically for people 18 or older, with a theme of “Enchanted Forest.”

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May events at Giant City State Park

Looking for something to do this May? Giant City State Park has you covered.

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Kids Day event in Cape Girardeau to promote health, safety, family fun

A free kids day event aims to promote health, safety and family fun.

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Red House Interpretive Center in Cape Girardeau to host annual Heritage Day event

The Red House Interpretive Center will host its annual Heritage Day event on Saturday, May 16.