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Celebrating American Business Women’s Day

By rgilligan_robgilligan | September 18, 2026

Tomorrow is American Business Women’s Day, established by join congressional resolutions in 1983. The day is to celebrate the remarkable leadership, resilience, and economic power of women entrepreneurs and executives shaping our modern economy. Last Friday the Cape Chamber hosted our “Women in Business: At the Heart of It All” luncheon at the Drury Plaza…

Leadership Cape Team Helps Bring New Vision to CCC’s Gallery of Inspiration

By Chamber Member | September 16, 2026

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — A Leadership Cape team is helping Community Counseling Center and the Community Counseling Center Foundation move the Gallery of Inspiration “from the back of the building to the front of the community,” developing a vision for a more accessible, welcoming and visible space where art can continue to support healing, connection…

Scoops for a Cause: Support Southeast Missouri Service Rotary Club

By Chamber Member | September 16, 2026

Fundraising has never tasted so sweet! The Southeast Missouri Service Rotary Club is partnering with Victoria’s Creamery in Jackson for Scoops for a Cause, an evening where enjoying your favorite sweet treat can help support the organization’s work in the community. Stop by Victoria’s Creamery on Monday, October 19, anytime from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.…

Welcome to Town: Why Local Businesses Are the Ultimate Fair-Season Host

By rgilligan_robgilligan | September 11, 2026

The corn dogs are spinning, the midway lights are shining bright, and the Southeast Missouri District Fair officially kicked off this past Saturday and continues running strong through this weekend! (check out all the fun at semofair.com!). For local businesses this is a week to shine as we host thousands of visitors from the region…

YouthBuild of Cape Girardeau Hosts “Art Heals” Donation Drive to Support Project Hope

By Chamber Member | September 11, 2026

YouthBuild of Cape Girardeau is bringing creativity and community together with its upcoming Art Heals Donation Drive on September 24, 2026, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. at Capaha Park. The donation drive will collect art supplies and other items to benefit Project Hope, helping provide resources directly to community members in need. The event highlights the positive…

Medicare Matters Presentation

By Chamber Member | September 10, 2026

Aging Matters employees 5 licensed Medicare Counselors who will provide an overview of the various parts of Medicare, when and how to enroll in Medicare, plan costs and penalties, and general information about Medicare rules.

Celebrating 20 years of Discovery Playhouse

By Chamber Member | September 10, 2026

Join your friends and celebrate 20 years of “Fun and Learning” with Discovery Playhouse!

Southeast Missouri Step Up for Down Syndrome

By Chamber Member | September 8, 2026

The SEMO Step Up for Down Syndrome is Southeast Missouri’s largest Down syndrome awareness event in the region. This family-friendly celebration features food, games, music, vendors, prizes, and a short Awareness Walk, bringing together individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community for a day of fun and support. The festival begins at 10:00…

Chili, Cornhole & Contractors: A Day of Networking and Competition

By Chamber Member | September 8, 2026

SEMO Contractors Networking is bringing local contractors and the community together for a day of good food, friendly competition, and connection! Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Fortify Building Solutions, 1616 E. Outer Road in Scott City for Chili, Cornhole & Contractors. The event is designed to give contractors from…

7 Years of West Em Medical Spa

By Chamber Member | September 8, 2026

Help us celebrate 7 YEARS of West Em Medical Spa on Thursday, October 8th, from 3-7pm at the spa! In-person-only raffles, gifts with purchase, our BEST specials of the year, drinks, hor d’oeuvres, and live music, all for YOU! Thank you to each and every one of you for helping us get to 7 years!…