Governor Mike Kehoe has signed an executive order directing all Missouri state agencies to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and ensure compliance with the constitutional principle of equal protection under the law. The order bars the use of state funds for DEI and prevents agencies from considering DEI in their hiring decisions. “Missourians … Read more
The Cape Girardeau City Council has approved the acquisition of temporary construction easements for a sidewalk project along Cape Rock Drive. Funded by TAP grants, the project will enhance pedestrian access in two phases.
Cape Girardeau Police responded to the 1100-block of William finding 61 year old James Combs walking in the 200 block of S. Hanover carrying a long gun. During the investigation police found out Combs had threatened a victim demanding a cigarette or else. Combs was taken into custody and is now in the Cape Girardeau … Read more
Southeast Missouri State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences hosts a tradition that brings together hundreds of high school students from across the region to showcase their passion for history and research. This year marks the 50th anniversary of National History Day. At SEMO’s regional National History Day competition, participants will compete for the … Read more
Southeast Missouri State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences hosts a tradition that brings together hundreds of high school students from across the region to showcase their passion for history and research. This year marks the 50th anniversary of National History Day. At SEMO’s regional National History Day competition, participants will compete for the … Read more
The O’Reilly Automotive Foundation, Inc., the philanthropy arm of O’Reilly Auto Parts,gave $25,000 to the program last year for its expansion. It paid off, reaching more than29,000 children in southeast Missouri – an increase of more than 3,000 children.The Green Bear Project programs reach children from pre-kindergarten through high school, with age-appropriate discussions and research-based … Read more
Cape Girardeau fire crews were called to an early morning fire at a shop in Cape Girardeau County Monday morning. According to Gordonville Fire Protection District Captain Brandon Hinkle, firefighters were called to the 1200 block of County Road 253 in Whitewater. No one was injured.
A voice from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” series Colleen O’Shaughnessey has been announced as a guest for this year’s Cape Anime Con in Cape Girardeau.According to the Cape Events Facebook page, the 2025 Cape Anime Con will take place at the Drury Conference Center on Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6.
A voice from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” series Colleen O’Shaughnessey has been announced as a guest for this year’s Cape Anime Con in Cape Girardeau.According to the Cape Events Facebook page, the 2025 Cape Anime Con will take place at the Drury Conference Center on Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6.
Cape Girardeau Police recently responded to the intersection of Bloomfield and Louis St.for a robbery. The victim informed officers he was waiting near the bus stop when a green Kia Sol driving east on Bloomfield, drove by and the victim, being familiar with the occupants waved at them. The vehicle then made the block and … Read more