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Planning Ahead for Potential Impacts from Labor Disputes

By growthzone | July 17, 2023

Last week, SAG-AFTRA announced it was going on strike, joining the WGA in disputes with Hollywood producers. While this contract dispute may certainly disrupt entertainment and media over the coming months, for business, the more important contract dispute to watch has an August 1 deadline and its potential impacts could be felt globally. On August…

Barriers to Work and the Renewed Emphasis on Childcare

By growthzone | July 10, 2023

Today is the opening day for a new daycare center at John’s Pharmacy here in Cape Girardeau. The organization wasn’t planning to expand into the childcare business but after struggling to hire and retain employees with young children and recognizing a lack of accessible/affordable childcare in the region they decided the best business move was…

VNA of SEMO Blacklight Bingo Fundraising Event

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

A fun evening of fundraising and Blacklight Bingo. Doors open at 5:00 pm and Blacklight Bingo starts at 6:00 pm. (Must be 18 or older). Tickets are a $30 donation in advance or $35 donation at the door (if still available). Call VNA at 800-286-5892 today to purchase your tickets!!

Free Tea Day July 20th

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

FREE TEA DAY: WHY WE CELEBRATE • July 20, 2023, McAlister’s Deli will celebrate 15 years of Free Tea Day • Annual celebration to thank our guests • A day to highlight our iconic McAlister’s Famous Sweet Teaâ„¢ along with our other flavor offerings • A time for our restaurant teams to cut loose and…

Igloo Cooler Raffle

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

Summer raffle benefiting low income parents in our community.

SEMO Football Season Tickets On Sale Now!

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

SEMO Football Season Tickets are on sale now! Catch all four home games at the newly renovated Houck Field. Fans will enjoy SEMO Gameday like never before while the Redhawks look to defend their OVC Championship. Seats on the new Houck Field South sideline are going fast! Reserve your seats online at SEMORedhawks.com/FBTickets

Elite Travel, Inc. explores Old Town Scottsdale

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

Elite Travel, Inc. President and CEO, Carolyn Sandgren (Kempf) recently explored Old Town Scottsdale in Scottsdale, AZ. Old Town Scottsdale is located in the heart of the city, and separated into 9 walkable districts where you will find something for everyone, from restaurants, art galleries, unique shops, nightclubs, museums and historic sites from the late…

Dancing With ShowMe Stars

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood right here in our town! We cordially invite you to the 6th Annual Dancing with Show Me Stars event, a dazzling confluence of entertainment, philanthropy, and movie magic. This year, we’ve orchestrated a captivating ‘Step Into The Movies’ theme, promising an unforgettable evening brimming with film-inspired delight. Mark…

WWE SuperShow Returns to the Show Me Center

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

This summer Monday Night RAW & Friday Night SmackDown Superstars return to Cape Girardeau at the Show Me Center! WWE World Heavyweight Champion SETH ‘FREAKIN’ ROLLINS, WWE Women’s World Champion RHEA RIPLEY, Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions KEVIN OWENS & SAMI ZAYN, CODY RHODES, CHARLOTTE FLAIR, BECKY LYNCH, BIANCA BELAIR, SOLO SIKOA, THE USOS AND…

MRV Banks Welcomes New Employee Leslie Brooks to the Personal Banking Team

By growthzone | July 7, 2023

MRV Banks is proud to announce new employee Leslie Brooks has joined the personal banking team. Brooks joins the bank with more than 16 years of experience in the banking industry. “We are extremely fortunate to have someone of Leslie’s talent here at MRV Banks,” said Senior Vice President and Market President Robbie Guard. “While…