NewsFebruary 7
Jamie Burger's bill aims to mandate Ten Commandments in Missouri's public, charter school classroomsMissouri Senator Jamie Burger has introduced a bill that would mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in public and charter school classrooms. The legislation, aimed at promoting prayer, faces potential legal challenges.
NewsFebruary 6
Former Missouri Sen. Holly Thompson Rehder named AxAdvocacy's principal of Missouri government affai...Former Missouri senator Holly Thompson Rehder joins AxAdvocacy as principal of its Missouri government affairs division, leveraging her extensive legislative and corporate experience to expand the firm's client base.
EducationFebruary 6
Southeast Missouri State University announces sole finalist for president roleSoutheast Missouri State University's Presidential Search Advisory Committee has chosen Brad Hodson as the sole finalist for its next president, following Carlos Vargas. Hodson, from Missouri Southern State University, will visit campus Feb. 12.
EducationJanuary 31
Southeast Missouri schools battle flu season with virtual classes and preventive measuresSoutheast Missouri schools tackle flu season by shifting to virtual classes and emphasizing hygiene. Amid rising cases of flu, RSV, COVID-19 and norovirus, schools adopt preventive measures to curb spread.
NewsJanuary 30
Cape, SEMO officials discuss potential impacts of federal aid freezeCape Girardeau and SEMO officials discuss the potential impacts of a now-rescinded federal aid freeze that threatened local projects and programs. While student aid was unaffected, concerns about future funding linger. 
EducationJanuary 28
Cape school board votes to adjust pay scales to align with new minimum wage lawThe Cape Girardeau Public Schools Board of Education has approved a new pay scale for classified employees to align with Missouri's upcoming minimum wage hike. The adjustment affects 32 positions and includes retroactive pay.
EducationJanuary 24
Cape Girardeau Public Schools secures grant to boost mental health support, eliminate counseling wai...Cape Girardeau Public Schools receives a $22,975 grant to enhance mental health support, aiming to eliminate counseling waitlists. The funds will enable summer services, Hope Squad resources and family mental health events.
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