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Cape Girardeau
Tuesday, January 7th, 2025
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mac's Mission in Missouri overcame a power outage during a winter storm to ensure the safety and warmth of over fifty special-needs animals, thanks to the efforts of dedicated staff and volunteers. Fox 23
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau Police Department promoted Jeff Bonham and Darren Estes to Assistant Chiefs of Police, both having over 20 years of service. KFVS12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Following a winter storm in the Heartland, Quality Tree Service in Cape Girardeau is overwhelmed with calls to remove trees from homes and powerlines, causing widespread power outages. KFVS12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dangerously low temperatures and icy conditions led to school and government office closures, while emergency services and utility crews worked tirelessly to manage the impact, including power outages and hazardous roads, in the Scott County area. Sikeston Standard-Democrat
- ➤ Amid icy conditions in Cape Girardeau, AAA advises on preventing home damage, highlighting the importance of keeping homes warm and protecting pipes to avoid costly repairs. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau City Council will discuss a new $4.5 million youth sports complex in a virtual meeting due to weather. KFVS12
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Tennessee Martin Skyhawks vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Men's Basketball
The SEMO Basketball team competes against UT Martin at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO, with the game available for streaming on ESPN+.
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Tennessee State Tigers vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Men's Basketball
The SEMO Basketball team will face off against Tennessee State at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO, broadcast live on ESPN+.
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Ian Fisher Live Performance
Ian Fisher will be performing live at Ebb & Flow Fermentations in Cape Girardeau.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Jimi Hendrix
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