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Unlocking AI For Your Small Business – A New 4-Part Workshop Series with Codefi
Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword reserved for tech giants; it is becoming an essential toolkit for local businesses looking to save time, streamline operations, and boost daily productivity. To help regional small businesses navigate the latest shift in technology with practical, real-world strategies, Codefi is launching a brand-new, four-part monthly course series…
Artisan Invites Community to Support the 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Benefiting The MASTERS
Artisan is proud to host its 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefiting The MASTERS (Missouri Association of State Troopers Emergency Relief Society) on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Kimbeland Country Club in Jackson, Missouri. The MASTERS was established in 1979 as a voluntary benevolent fund that provides immediate financial assistance to the families of Missouri…
Save the Date: Black Light Bingo
Save the Date: Black Light Bingo We are already looking ahead to our favorite night of the year! Our annual Black Light Bingo fundraiser is officially scheduled for: Date/Location: October 17, 2026 – Osage Center – Cape Girardeau Beneficiary: Care to Learn – Cape Girardeau Cost: $45.00 per ticket or $320.00 for a table of…
Walk Together: Men’s Prayer Breakfast
The Walk Together: Men’s Prayer Breakfast for SEMO Football will feature Governor Mike Kehoe on September 2nd at 6am at the Show Me Center
KFVS-TV and WSIL-TV Announce Mike Skelton as Director of Sales
Cape Girardeau, MO and Harrisburg, IL — July 29, 2026 — Gray Media stations KFVS12 (CBS/CW/MeTV) and WSIL-TV (ABC) are proud to announce the promotion of Mike Skelton to Director of Sales. In his new role, Skelton will oversee the comprehensive sales strategies, local and national advertising relationships, and digital revenue growth across both dominant broadcast…
SEMO REDI Launches Industry Insights to Explore the Issues Shaping Southeast Missouri’s Economic Future
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — July 28, 2026 – SEMO Regional Economic Development, Inc. (SEMO REDI) has launched Industry Insights, a new publication designed to spark informed conversations about the trends, challenges, and opportunities influencing economic development across Southeast Missouri. “The economy is shifting rapidly,” said Shad Burner, CEO of SEMO REDI. “The Fourth Industrial Revolution…
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Unlocking Opportunity: Exploring SEMO REDI’s New Industry Insights
The regional economy is moving quickly. Rapidly evolving technologies, changing workforce demands, and a competitive national landscape mean that staying ahead requires clear data, strong partnerships, and shared vision. Last week SEMO REDI launched a new publication called Industry Insights. Designed to highlight the trends, success stories, and opportunities shaping Southeast Missouri, this inaugural issue…
Back to School Season is Here, Next Steps for Local Businesses to Take Advantage
August is just days away and it brings one of the most profitable shifts of the year to our region: Back-to-School season. Back to School in Cape Girardeau is not just parents shopping for K-12 backpacks and classroom supplies, it’s also thousands of college students moving into dorms, upgrading gear, and exploring local dining. With…
Southeast Missouri Pets 2nd Annual Trivia Night
Put your knowledge to the test while supporting a great cause at Southeast Missouri Pets’ 2nd Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, August 8, at the A.C. Brase Arena Building in Cape Girardeau. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with trivia beginning at 6:00 p.m. The evening will feature multiple rounds of trivia, games, prizes, raffles, and…