Michael McCowan represented Cape Girardeau as a member of the Missouri Lion's Band at the Lion's International Convention in Montreal, Canada, July 7-12.

The Missouri band marched in the international parade and also performed for the international delegation. They also marched in the St. Louis Fair Parade prior to their departure for Montreal and at the East-West football game held in Jefferson City on July 27.

McCuan was sponsored by the Cape Evening Lion's Club. He is a junior at Cape Central High School and is a member of the marching, concert and jazz bands.