Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

The Cape Girardeau Noon Lions Club will host its 88th annual Pancake Day on Wednesday, March 18 at A.C.

Brase Arena from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets cost $10 and include a free ticket with a used eyeglasses donation, continuing a longstanding local tradition.

Executive Property Management surpassed 1,000 residential units after 16 years in business and will celebrate today with a luncheon, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1200 North Cape Rock Drive.

Company owner Jeremy Ferguson said the milestone reflects the trust local property owners and investors place in the firm.

Jackson restaurants are receiving a boost as the local Chamber of Commerce launches Restaurant Week to help recover from last week’s gas outage.

Chamber leaders host live sessions on Facebook at 11 a.m. daily to showcase cuisine themes and encourage community dining.

Gateway Down Syndrome Association will host a fashion show on Saturday, Mar.

21 at Roost at 39 N. Broadview St. in Cape Girardeau to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. Doors open at 5 p.m. with $10 general admission and $15 premium seating (each includes a free drink and hors d'oeuvres).

SEMO professor Dr. Scott Brandhorst is honored with the OVC Commitment to Student Success Award for his student-centered teaching and mentorship at the university.

He has worked at SEMO for over 15 years and directs the Jane Stephens Honors Program.

Bruce Miller, a senior at Cape Central (local high school), earned an appointment to the Naval Academy in Annapolis.

He completed a rigorous process of academic, leadership, and fitness evaluations and now plans to explore service paths in his military career.

Residents can register from March 16 to April 16 to remove invasive Callery pear trees and get a free native tree.

Tree pickup events will be held April 21 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Conservation Nature Center + Mineral Area College or Southeast Missouri State University campus in Sikeston.

The Missouri Birding Challenge invites new and experienced birdwatchers in southeast Mo to explore hotspots from May 1 to May 22; registration opens April 1-30 (supported by the Missouri Department of Conservation, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation).

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.

Morehead State Eagles vs Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Baseball

1-2 p.m. — Capaha Park — Secure your seats — Feel the thrill of collegiate baseball action with the Morehead State Eagles facing off against the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.

Legally Blonde The Musical

2-6 p.m. — Donald C. Bedell Performance Hall — Tickets starting at $95 — Experience the vibrant and playful journey of Legally Blonde live on stage.

Stitch & Listen Gathering

6-8 p.m. — Cape Girardeau Public Library — Registration appreciated — Stitch and listen to your favorite audiobooks with fellow fiber arts lovers.