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Cape Council to consider agreement with SEMO Cardinal Group for improvements at Roni's Mac Bar location

Mar. 15

Cape Council to consider agreement with SEMO Cardinal Group for improvements at Roni's Mac Bar locat...The Cape Girardeau City Council will review an agreement with SEMO Cardinal Group for enhancements at Roni's Mac Bar, including signage and lighting.

Library district voters to determine future of tax dollars going to library funding in April election

Mar. 15

Library district voters to determine future of tax dollars going to library funding in April electio...Cape Girardeau voters to decide on library tax rate in April election. Proposition L will determine whether the current rate, which is scheduled to sunset in 2027, is made permanent.

Clarifier 1 repairs progress after specialists arrive at Cape Rock Water Treatment Plant

Mar. 15

Clarifier 1 repairs progress after specialists arrive at Cape Rock Water Treatment PlantCape Girardeau's Clarifier 1 repair progresses as specialists arrive at the Cape Rock Water Treatment Plant. The city aims to complete repairs before summer demand peaks, ensuring water supply stability.

Cape Central, Saxony Lutheran graduates showcase research at State Capitol for Mizzou's Undergraduate Research Day

Mar. 15

Cape Central, Saxony Lutheran graduates showcase research at State Capitol for Mizzou's Undergraduat...Mizzou seniors Emma McDougal and Sydney Turner presented their research at the Missouri State Capitol. McDougal focused on cancer-treating drugs, while Turner explored gesturing in virtual communication.

Friday Update: NWS says tornado risk increases as models come into focus

Mar. 14

Friday Update: NWS says tornado risk increases as models come into focusThe National Weather Service warns of increased tornado risk and severe thunderstorms in Southeast Missouri tonight. With a 15-29% chance of tornadoes in Southeast Missouri, conditions are described as "very volatile.

Open enrollment debate heats up: Local leaders voice concerns over bill after it passes in the House

Mar. 14

Open enrollment debate heats up: Local leaders voice concerns over bill after it passes in the HouseMissouri's House passed a controversial bill, HB 711, enabling up to 3% of students to transfer to nonresident districts. As the Senate considers similar measures, debate intensifies over local control and potential impacts on rural communities.

Landmark Hospital operators file for bankruptcy, plan to seek new buyers

Mar. 14

Landmark Hospital operators file for bankruptcy, plan to seek new buyersLandmark Hospital of Cape Girardeau's operators filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy this week because of rising labor costs and regulatory pressures. The company plans to seek new buyers while maintaining operations at its six LTAC hospitals.

Christopher Borro

SEMO announces President's Scholarship winners for 2026 academic year

Mar. 13

SEMO announces President's Scholarship winners for 2026 academic yearSEMO awards its President's Scholarship to five Missouri high school seniors for the 2026 academic year, recognizing their academic and extracurricular excellence. The scholarship is valued up to $43,000.

Castillo: Springing forward means brunch time is back, baby!

Mar. 13

Castillo: Springing forward means brunch time is back, baby!Spring's awkward weather is here, but it's the perfect time for brunch! Dive into Cape Girardeau's brunch scene with Broadway Bistro's croque madame pie and Bon Bon’s fresh pastries and mimosas.

Mary Ann Castillo

Overdose deaths take dramatic drop in US

Mar. 12

Overdose deaths take dramatic drop in USThe U.S. sees a significant drop in overdose deaths, with a nearly 24% decline predicted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the year ending September 2024. The decrease is attributed to widespread naloxone distribution.

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