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What are the TORCH Awards? BBB TORCH Awards recognize companies and charities that are committed to exceptional standards for ethical business practices and service to their customers, employees, suppliers, and communities. We look for businesses and nonprofits that others will want to emulate. TORCH Award winners must show creativity in their ability to manage customer…

Buzzi Unicem donated $25,000 to Southeast Missouri Food Bank, supporting the food bank’s programs to fight hunger in southeast Missouri. The food bank serves 70,000 individuals each month in 16 counties. “We are so appreciative of Buzzi Unicem’s generous donation and continued support,” said Joey Keys, chief executive officer of the food bank. “With rising…

United Way of Southeast Missouri is the grateful recipient of $25,000 generously donated by Buzzi Unicem. This is the cement manufacturer’s second donation of this size to United Way since the nonprofit began its COVID Relief efforts two years ago in March, 2020. “We are blessed to have the support of Buzzi Unicem to help…

FOX23, the Heartland’s long-time choice for 9 p.m. news, is bringing a fresh 9 p.m. newscast to Cape Girardeau area viewers. The new FOX23 news will dedicate more resources by adding five new local content producers to serve the community by delivering the most up to date local news. In addition, FOX23’s experienced anchor team…

Sarah M. Garner has joined Southeast Missouri Food Bank as chief advancement officer. “I’m excited to be joining such a great organization that directly helps so many people in our communities,” Garner said. “Prior to joining the food bank, I didn’t realize how much it does for people facing hunger in southeast Missouri. It’s not…

Notre Dame Regional High School in Cape Girardeau is seeking applicants for an open Multimedia/Communications position for the upcoming 2022-23 school year. Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letter and list of references to Paul Unterreiner at paulunterreiner@notredamecape.org. Applicants should be committed individuals that can teach Journalism, Yearbook and Video Broadcasting. Other responsibilities include…

The Ozarks Inclusive Opportunity Grant Program supports small grant requests to ensure equitable participation and engagement in local communities. Agencies may apply at any time to support expenses related to ensuring diverse voices are represented in leadership roles and the community and students are provided equitable opportunity for community engagement and leadership. Agencies may apply…

Southeast Missouri State University’s Brady Barke was named one of the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) Cushman & Wakefield AD of the Year Award (ADOY) Tuesday. The ADOY Award highlights the efforts of athletics directors at all levels for their commitment and positive contributions to student-athletes, campuses and their surrounding communities. Barke…

4/19/2022 11:00 a.m. at Port Cape PC Medical Centers will be holding a free luncheon for everyone to come out and learn more about MS from support groups based out of St. Louis and also learn more about SEMO Walk For MS and how you and your business can be involved and help out.

Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to welcome Daniel J. Lenihan, MD, FACC, to Cape Cardiology Group. Lenihan is an experienced cardiologist specializing in cardio-oncology, congestive heart failure management and amyloidosis, who joins Saint Francis from Cardio-Oncology Center of Excellence at Washington University in St. Louis, where he served as the Director. Lenihan earned his…