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Next Project Community Reception
They’re making a difference in the classroom, online, and in their neighborhoods. Meet the 2023 Next Project recipients at a celebratory reception on April 20 at Scout Hall beginning at 5:30 pm. The event is open to the public. RSVP at https://nextproject2023.eventbrite.com. See all of the recipients at www.nextprojectmo.com.
Missouri Solar Eclipse Expo
On Saturday, July 22nd, an all-day Missouri Solar Eclipse Expo will be held at the 30,000+ square foot Show Me Center located on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, MO. Exhibits, educational stations, two theaters of expert speakers, solar viewing (weather permitting), and door prizes are planned. Doors open at 10:00…
Midamerica Hotels Building a TRU by Hilton in Cape Girardeau
Cape Girardeau based Midamerica Hotels Corporation announced plans today to build a new hotel in Cape Girardeau. Midamerica has entered into an agreement with Hilton Corporation for a 92-room TRU by Hilton. Starting in 2016, the TRU concept provides a hotel experience that is vibrant, affordable and young at heart. The hotel will be located…
Daylight Savings
Sunday morning at two am we officially moved to “Daylight Savings” as clocks were moved forward one hour. This annual event that first started in Germany in 1916 and began in the U.S. on March 19, 1918 often leads to groggy mornings, tired employees and according to research done at the University of Colorado –…
Eagle Ridge Christian School 5K Corporate Sponsorship
Eagle Ridge is preparing for their annual 5K Walk/Run on April 1, 2023 and they are looking for Corporate Sponsors that would be interested in partnering with them this year! In addition to raising money for the school, they always choose two local organizations that they can donate a portion of our proceeds to. This…
NCAA Men’s Basketball Selection Show
Join the Redhawks at the Show Me Center for a Watch Party of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Selection Show on Sunday, March 12 at 5 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Doors open at 4 p.m., the men’s basketball team will be introduced at approximately 4:40, and the show begins at 5…
United Way to Host Volunteer Month Events
Are you looking for a way to give back? Do you want to learn more about our community and how you can help? Then join United Way of Southeast Missouri throughout the month of April for one or more of our great National Volunteer Month activities. We have several opportunities for you to learn more…
SB 94 Aims to Increase Film, TV, and Touring Events in Missouri
Missouri Senate Bill 94 known as the “Show MO Act” and the “Entertainment Industry Jobs Act” received first chamber support last Monday when it was approved by the Missouri Senate on a 20-12 vote. The goal of the legislation to provide incentives for Television, Film and Traveling Entertainment projects in Missouri that some say will…
Community Health Assessment Survey
As a community leader, you have been specifically selected to receive this online survey created by a working group dedicated to public health improvement in Cape Girardeau County. The purpose of this survey is to obtain feedback about what leaders in Cape Girardeau County think about the health needs of our residents. We would like…
Risk Management Firm Ranks MRV Banks No. 1 in Nation Among Community Banks
CB Resource, Inc. a risk management firm, has ranked MRV Banks first on its CB Top Ten™ list of community banks with assets between $500 million and $1 billion. The firm identifies the top ten percent of community banks throughout the nation and provides industry insights to promote and enhance overall performance. In the 4th…