Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

The Southeast Missouri Food Bank named Camille Peters as chief operating officer and added Rebecca Lambert as corporate partnership manager to boost hunger relief efforts.

The pairing aims to strengthen operations — improving services for families, seniors and veterans through a network of 140 partner agencies.

Community leaders announced a series of events to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Highway 61, featuring curated tours, riverfront experiences and storytelling events in Cape Girardeau and other local venues throughout 2026.

Zachary Lewis, head of IT at a regional university, released his new book Locked Up that explains his team’s battle with a ransomware attack (sharing simple tips for keeping online data safe) for everyday readers.

The committee will host events in Cape Girardeau from Jan.

15 to Jan. 19, featuring a Birthday Extravaganza on Jan. 15, a community program on Jan. 18, and Memorial Breakfast plus donation drive on Jan. 19. Sponsorships are due by Jan. 10.

SEMO Food Bank’s Produce Prescription Program will offer free fruits and vegetables twice a month for a year to adults facing food insecurity at sites in Jackson, Sikeston & Poplar Bluff.

Participants need a referral from Mercy Hospital Southeast to join the program.

When Pigs Fly Indoor BBQ Bash

10 AM — Show Me Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fun-filled BBQ bash in Cape Girardeau.