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Cape Girardeau
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The YMCA of Southeast Missouri has added high-vis tape and tactile stickers at its gym to help visually impaired members navigate equipment safely, according to director David Ruedrich. The facility will continue making improvements so everyone can enjoy a safe workout. KFVS12
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau Veterans Home Foundation announced that country singer Bayker Blankenship will headline the 3rd annual Veterans Home Freedom Fest on June 6 at the Century Casino parking lot, with gates opening at 2:30 p.m. and fireworks planned for 9:45 p.m.—tickets cost $40 or $150 Freedom Elite. Fox 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Cape Girardeau residents answered trivia questions about U.S. presidents to celebrate Presidents’ Day, with queries covering topics like who is the tallest president and which leaders are on Mount Rushmore—highlighting the shift from honoring just George Washington to all presidents. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City council holds a study session today at 5:00 p.m. at city hall, reviewing a redevelopment plan that will rework the vacant Sears Grand building + nearby parking spaces. Work is planned to start later this year and finish early next year, with a public hearing scheduled for March 2. KFVS12
- ➤ Tax scammers are targeting locals through letters, emails - social media as Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway advises residents to verify IRS letters by checking letter codes before sharing personal information. KFVS12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Izaac Pursley will join Three Rivers Raiders as the new basketball manager starting July 14 (after signing with the college to support the men’s program). He brings a strong background from four years with the Jackson Indians and local team roles. Fox 23
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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