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Multiply the Dream – Bed Distribution & Fun Day 2026
MULTIPLY THE DREAM 2026 – COMMUNITY INVITATION We believe every child deserves a safe, comfortable place to rest. This year, through Multiply the Dream 2026, we’re coming together as a community to make sure more children in our area have a bed of their own. And the best part? There’s a place for everyone to…
Mississippi Mingle
Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is excited to host the 5th Annual Mississippi Mingle on Saturday, June 6, 2026! The family-friendly event, in collaboration with Knights of Columbus Councils #1111 and #11205, will be held from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the KC Hall. Spend the afternoon on the banks of the mighty Mississippi…
Sponsor a Smile — Oral Health Coalition
Sponsor a Smile is a community-driven initiative that helps provide essential dental care to uninsured children in Cape Girardeau County. Donations support screenings, preventive services, and treatment so every child has the opportunity for a healthy smile.
32nd Annual Mercy Golf Classic
The annual tournament is held at Dalhousie Golf Club, bringing members of our community together to provide for the needs of Mercy Hospital Southeast patients. To learn more or register, please visit our website at https://give.mercyhealthfoundation.net/event/southeast-golf-tournament-2026/e777551
Cultivating Innovation: The $19,500 AgTech Vibethon Challenge
Innovation in Cape Girardeau is hitting a new gear. On Monday, May 18, Codefi and the ShowMe Network will launch the AgTech Vibeathon, a high-stakes, five-day sprint designed to tackle real-world agricultural challenges using the power of AI. This isn’t your typical tech event. The Vibeathon is built on the concept of “vibe coding,” where…
Building Economic Resilience in 2026
As we move through the second quarter of 2026, Missouri business owners are finding themselves caught in a familiar but tightening vise. While the broader economy shows signs of grit, inflation in the Midwest has proven stubbornly “sticky,” hovering near 3.4%. For business the most immediate pressure point is at the pump. With regional fuel…
Show Me Network Week & The AI Revolution
Next month, Missouri’s entrepreneurial spirit takes center stage as May 4th through the 8th will be the inaugural Show-Me Network Week. Held in conjunction with National Small Business Week, this statewide event highlights the modern pathways founders are taking to grow businesses across every corner of Missouri. Led by a collaboration between Codefi and Missouri State University’s…
Building the Future of a Regional Healthcare Workforce
Last week, Southeast Missouri State University took a monumental step in securing our regional workforce by breaking ground on the Roy Blunt Health Professions Hall. This 55,000-square-foot facility is more than just a new addition to campus-it is a critical investment in the future of Cape Girardeau. As the healthcare hub for 22 counties and…