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Thebes Historical Courthouse in Thebes, Illinois

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Built by Henry Ernst Barkhausen, who is buried in nearby Thebes Cemetery, this courthouse was built of local limestone on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. It was dedicated in 1848, and served as the courthouse until 1861, when the county seat was moved to Cairo, Illinois. The basement features two jail cells, in one of which Dred Scott was long rumoured to have been incarcerated. The seat of Alexander County was moved from America, Ill…Thebes · Thebes Read Article

Scouting America Brings life-changing Scoutreach Program to Cairo School District 1

CAIRO — Greater St. Louis Area Scouting, in partnership with Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking Scoutreach program at Cairo Elementary School in collaboration with Cairo School District #1.…Cairo, Illinois · Cairo Read Article

Cairo to launch African American Heritage Trail and oral history project - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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CAIRO, Ill., (KBSI) — Cairo will launch a new African American Heritage Trail and Oral History Project on Dec. 5, marking a major step in preserving and celebrating the community’s Black cultural legacy. The Cairo African American Heritage Trail & Oral History Project (CAAHT) will debut at 5 p.m. at the Cairo High and Junior High School cafeteria, 4201 Sycamore Street. The public is invited to the celebration, which will feature light refreshmen…Cairo, Illinois · Cairo Read Article

Cairo Women’s Shelter to host candlelight walk for Domestic Violence Awareness Month - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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CAIRO, Ill., (KBSI) — The Cairo Women’s Shelter will host a Candlelight Walk this evening in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The event will begin at 6 p.m. at the Cairo Public Library and conclude at the Cairo Women’s Shelter. Organizers say the walk is meant to honor survivors, raise awareness, and promote community support in the fight against domestic violence. Categories: News Tags: Cairo, IllinoisCairo, Illinois · Cairo Read Article

Low Water Levels Impact Barge Traffic - Southeast AgNET

DepositPhotos image Low Water Levels Disrupt Midwest Barge Traffic Again During Harvest 2025 Low water levels on major rivers back in the Midwest will disrupt barge traffic during harvest time for the fourth year in a row. The Missouri, Illinois, Ohio, and Mississippi rivers, among others, have all dropped below the low gauge level again, making grain transport by barge more difficult and expensive. This ongoing issue is impacting the agricultur…Cairo, Illinois · Cairo Read Article

Southern 7 Health Department collects more than 3,200 diapers during annual “Bundles of Joy” Drive - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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CAIRO, Ill., (KBSI) — The Southern 7 Health Department has announced the success of its second annual “Bundles of Joy” Diaper Drive, which collected more than 3,200 diapers in September to help families facing diaper insecurity in the southernmost seven counties of Illinois. Through the support of local businesses and community members, the collected diapers will be distributed in the coming days to families enrolled in Southern 7 WIC and Head S…Cairo, Illinois · Cairo Read Article

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Thebes Historical Courthouse in Thebes, Illinois

Scouting America Brings life-changing Scoutreach Program to Cairo School District 1

Cairo showcases African American History through new initiative

Mendoza, Fowler return to Cairo for Thanksgiving help

Dispensary, city host turkey giveaway

Cairo to launch African American Heritage Trail and oral history project - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

Cairo Women’s Shelter to host candlelight walk for Domestic Violence Awareness Month - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

Low Water Levels Impact Barge Traffic - Southeast AgNET

Southern 7 Health Department collects more than 3,200 diapers during annual “Bundles of Joy” Drive - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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Thebes Historical Courthouse in Thebes, Illinois

Scouting America Brings life-changing Scoutreach Program to Cairo School District 1

Cairo showcases African American History through new initiative

Mendoza, Fowler return to Cairo for Thanksgiving help

Dispensary, city host turkey giveaway

Cairo to launch African American Heritage Trail and oral history project - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

Cairo Women’s Shelter to host candlelight walk for Domestic Violence Awareness Month - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

Low Water Levels Impact Barge Traffic - Southeast AgNET

Southern 7 Health Department collects more than 3,200 diapers during annual “Bundles of Joy” Drive - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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