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Friday, February 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Community members in Cape Girardeau held a balloon release in memory of KeMari Childress, a 17-year-old who was killed in a CVS parking lot, aiming to honor her life and call for an end to gun violence.  Fox 23
  • FOX23 celebrated National Tug of War Day with a friendly match between their team and Alix Gasser, new executive director of SEMO-NASV, highlighting her future plans for the organization.  Fox 23

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters successfully extinguished a grass fire on Interstate 55, allowing the southbound lane at the 92 mile marker to reopen.  KFVS12

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Black-owned businesses in Southeast Missouri are bucking national trends by achieving sustainability beyond the critical first 18 months, thanks to community support and mutual collaboration.  KFVS12

EVENTS

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  • Cross Rivers Blues Festival 2025

    The Cross Rivers Blues Festival promises an evening filled with high-quality blues music, delicious food, and a vibrant atmosphere at Port Cape Girardeau Restaurant and Lounge.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Aaron Lee Tasjan Live Performance

    Aaron Lee Tasjan, an acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitarist, will perform at Scout Hall, showcasing his diverse musical journey and new album, 'Stellar Evolution.'

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • Sobriety First: Daily Reflections Meeting

    This weekly open meeting provides a space for individuals seeking support in alcohol recovery, featuring daily reflections and wheelchair access.

    Tue, 3/11/25

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  • Howard Aslinger Endurance Run

    The Howard Aslinger Endurance Run features multiple endurance events benefiting the Howard L. Aslinger Memorial Scholarship Foundation, including a 24-hour run and 12-hour runs with various divisions.

    Fri, 3/14/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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