NEW BUSINESS ON THE STREET: LEARNING CENTER TO OPEN

Care Bear Learning Center will open in Cape Girardeau next month.

"Our tentative opening date is Dec. 1," said Carrie Peel, a representative for the new center at 624 Commercial.

The facility, which will provide a curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten, is owned by Charlotte Wildman. Also involved in the operation are Wildman's daughter, Carrie Peel, and a son, Terry Wildman.

"We have a combined total of 25 years experience in daycare operations," said Peel.

The center is designed for about 30 children, 2 and older and will be open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The staff also includes teachers, a cook, a medical technician and two certified nursing assistants.