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Cape Girardeau
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two local nonprofits have joined forces to stretch clothing donations so more community members receive warm garments. Impact One More clothing closet, located at 937 Broadway, operates every fourth Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (extra-large sizes needed) for free. Fox 23
- ➤ Cape Girardeau Fire Department officials urge locals to volunteer for Red Cross Disaster Action Team training on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cape Girardeau Emergency Operations Center — registration is required online. KFVS12
- ➤ Businesses in Dexter are organizing fundraisers to support a family affected by a deadly house fire that took three lives, with Fitness Connection hosting a raffle and Peking Chinese Kitchen donating all profits today while residents bring in needed household and hygiene items during business hours. Fox 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Momo's Favorite Treats in Jackson is busy preparing a range of treats including chocolate, cake pops, cookies, and king cakes for Valentine’s Day and Fat Tuesday. The bakery will be open tomorrow (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) to serve local customers expecting many orders. KFVS12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA Missouri said gas prices now average $2.53 per gallon ahead of the holiday weekend — prices are 32 cents lower than last year. Warmer weather and increased travel may push prices up as refineries switch to summer-blend gasoline. Fox 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Allison Sindle (local dermatologist) warned that repeated UV lamp use in gel manicures can raise cancer risks and damage skin. She advised Cape Girardeau residents to use SPF 30 or higher and choose safer alternatives like self-tanners. KFVS12
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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