Give the gift of life this summer, give blood

Submitted by James Long, Digital Content Producer

Wednesday, May 1st, 2013, 10:17am

Give the gift of life this summer, give blood

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - The American Red Cross is asking for blood donations this summer.

Red Cross officials say blood donations often decline during the summer, when schools are out and vacations are in.

The Red Cross encourages donors to make an appointment to give now.

Donors who present to give blood between May 23 and 31 in honor of Memorial Day could win one of five $1,000 American Express gift cards to create their own summer of stories.

The Red Cross says they serve about 3,000 hospitals and transfusion centers across the country, including many Veterans Affairs medical centers.

You can learn more and make an appointment to donate blood by visiting redcrossblood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities:

Butler County, MO

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Interstate 55 in Perry County reduced for pavement repairs

Submitted by Steve Pobst on Tuesday, April 30th, 10:37 am

PERRY COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - Northbound I-55 in Perry County will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot restriction as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

This section of roadway is located from MM 135.4 to MM 135.8.

Weather permitting, work will begin Wednesday, May 1 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

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MoDOT reminds drivers to watch for motorcycles

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 9:00am

MoDOT reminds drivers to watch for motorcycles

(KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Transportation encourages motorcyclists and motorists to safely “share the road” this May in observation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

All motorists are reminded to watch for motorcycles and to be extra alert to help keep motorcyclists safe, while motorcyclists are reminded to make themselves visible to other motorists. According to MoDOT, there were 276 motorcyclists killed from 2010-2012.

“We’re seeing more and more motorcycles on the highways,” said Leanna Depue, chair of the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety’s executive committee. “Drivers of all vehicles need to be extra attentive. A motorcycle is one of the smallest vehicles on our roads, often hidden in a vehicle’s blind spot. Everyone needs to watch for motorcycles.”

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Laura Wibbenmeyer visits Altenburg third graders

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 8:23am

(KFVS)- Heartland News meteorologist Laura Wibbenmeyer visited Altenburg Public School 3rd graders on Monday.

The students learned about the science behind weather and got a sneak peak at life behind the scenes at KFVS.

"The students had a lot of great questions," Wibbenmeyer says. "I had so much fun, can't wait to go back!"

Tuesday morning on the Breakfast Show the kids at Altenburg also got their own special forecast.

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St. Maurus Parish breakfast May 5

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Monday, April 29th, 2013, 4:11pm

BIEHLE, MO (KFVS) - The St. Maurus Parish will have a Breakfast Buffet Style on May 5 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The menu includes:

Blueberry pancakes
Ham
Sausage patties
Scrambled eggs
German fried potatoes
Milk gravy
Biscuits
Homemade coffee cake
Orange juice
Coffee

Adult prices are $7, children ages six to 12 are $4 and children under six are free. Carry outs will be available.

The St. Maurus Parish is located on Hwy. B, about 2 miles south of I-55 from Exit 123.

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37th Annual Old Timers Days May 25-26

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Saturday, April 27th, 2013, 10:00am

PERRYVILLE, MO (KFVS) - The River Hills Antique Tractor Club will hold the 37th annual Old Timers Days on May 25 and 26.

The event will be at the Seminary Picnic Grounds in Perryville, Mo. There will be antique tractors, cars and trucks on display as well as threshing, sawmilling, hay bailing, corn shelling and more.

Several area crafters will be there as well.

For more information, you can call Allen Muench at 573-587-2813 or Jerry Davis at 273-547-4556.

For craft show information, you can all Mary Lou Muench at 573-824-5828 or Sandy Davis and Pam Klaus at 573-547-4556 or e-mail pklaus@davisfs.com.

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Missouri 8th District candidates answer questions

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Friday, April 26th, 2013, 8:30pm

MISSOURI (KFVS)- The special election to fill the U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th district is just about a month away on June 4.

Missouri voters will choose someone to fill the seat Rep. JoAnn Emerson vacated.

Steve Hodges is the Democrat candidate. He has worked in the Missouri House of Representatives since elected in 2006, serving Mississippi, New Madrid, Scott and Stoddard counties.

Jason Smith is the Republican candidate. He has worked in the Missouri House of Representatives since voters elected him in 2005 and serves Crawford, Dent, Phelps and Reynolds counties.

Bill Slantz is the Libertarian candidate, and founded his own consulting company.

Doug Enyart is the Constitution Party candidate and founded his company in forestry consulting.

Heartland News sat down with each one and asked a few questions.

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