Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Cape Girardeau nonprofit urgently requests donations to provide motel rooms and essentials for the homeless during freezing temperatures. KFVS12
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old from Advance, Missouri, was seriously injured after his car collided with a semi-truck in Cape Girardeau County. KFVS12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alaina Beck was arrested in Cape Girardeau, Mo., facing charges including assault and theft, after allegedly throwing chewed food at a restaurant employee and resisting arrest. KFVS12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Power outages affect several communities in the Heartland amid freezing temperatures on January 20. KFVS12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Cardinals Caravan visited Cape Girardeau with current players, alumni, and broadcasters, continuing its tour through the Heartland. 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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Cape Girardeau Classic Youth Basketball Tournament
The Cape Girardeau Classic is a two-day youth basketball tournament featuring teams from various age categories held at the Cape Girardeau SportsPlex.
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Free Valentine's Day Party for Children
This free event at Shawnee Park Center offers children ages 12 and under the opportunity to engage in interactive games and craft Valentine's Day cards.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for CTR Bookkeeping
CTR Bookkeeping will be celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce.
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