Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

The Southeast Missouri Food Bank is calling on residents to volunteer in April with extra Saturday and evening shifts at centers in Jackson (and Sikeston) to help end hunger in the region.

Community Counseling Center raised over $350 and collected 230 lbs of food during Canned Food Awareness Month to help families facing food insecurity, partnering with the Southeast Missouri Food Bank in Cape Girardeau.

The donations will support the monthly distribution of over 1 million pounds of food.

Community organizations in Jackson are hosting a supply drive throughout March to support Safe House of Southeast Missouri during Women’s History Month — donations must be dropped off at Jackson City Hall, 101 Court St. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday until March 27.

Saxony Lutheran High School opened its new Agriculture Science and Multipurpose Building on Tuesday, Feb.

22 with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by students, donors and community members. The facility — featuring essential classrooms, a large shop with welding booths, restrooms and storage — will also support athletic events.

A historical preservation class at Southeast Missouri State University is giving students hands-on experience to develop plans to revitalize vacant downtown buildings.

Dr. Steven Hoffman said the projects have prompted property owners to consider practical solutions for hard-to-revive spaces.

Saint Francis Healthcare System will host an Occupational Medicine Spring Breakfast on April 8 from 7:45 to 9 a.m. at the Saint John of God Conference Room (211 Saint Francis Drive) where employers and community partners can meet specialists and learn about workplace health services.

Delta R-V School District is monitoring a rise in flu cases affecting southeast Missouri with student attendance at about 90% as of Wednesday morning while some staff members are absent due to illness.

Classes will continue for the rest of the week as officials watch the situation.

The Community Counseling Center reported 109 people trained in QPR suicide prevention during the first eight weeks of 2026 (compared to 22 in 2025) and will host another large session in March to expand community safety across the region.

A report by the American Cancer Society finds that colorectal cancer is rising among people under 65 while rates are falling for older adults.

Rural Health Inc recommends that residents aged 45 and older talk with their doctors about screening—especially during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Seniors in southeast face food insecurity as fixed incomes and rising costs force many to choose between food and medicine.

Aging Matters in Cape Girardeau is offering nutrition centers (with door deliveries and wellness checks) and planned activities throughout March to support local seniors.

Drury Development Corporation bought the old Sears building on Siemers Dr after seven years of vacancy and will turn it into a retail mall with five vendors, creating jobs locally.

Nearby Capes Plaza will also be improved, with tenants expected to open in about 18 months.

UT Martin Skyhawks vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Baseball

1-2 p.m. — Capaha Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of college baseball with the UT Martin Skyhawks facing off against the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.

Sportsplex Blast March Madness

March 28-29 — Cape Girardeau SportsPlex — Check website for details — Exciting youth basketball tournament featuring various age groups and skill levels.

Educational Hair Show with Sam Villa and Anna Peters

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau — Lunch provided — Experience an engaging hair show with insights from industry experts Sam Villa and Anna Peters.