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Cape Girardeau
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau will host the 41st annual Friends of the Parks Day and Great Cape Clean Up on Saturday, April 18. Volunteers will register at 8:30 a.m. at Capaha Park Shelter No. 3 to help plant flower beds + enjoy a free lunch and T-shirt. Fox 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Green Bear Project received a $30,000 grant from the O’Reilly Automotive Foundation to expand its child abuse prevention education for over 23,000+ young people from pre-K to high school in southeast Missouri. Organizers plan to add self-esteem classes and community coalitions soon. Fox 23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local experts from the Missouri Department of Conservation say the foraging season for morel mushrooms runs from March to May. Caution is advised for those searching near elms, ashes — cottonwoods to avoid mistaking poisonous fungi. KFVS12
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Cape Girardeau man won $50,000 playing the Cosmic Crossword scratchers game at Amerimart after being influenced by his girlfriend—he said he plans to buy another vehicle and take a vacation with his winnings. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Perry County hosted its annual Government Day for 36 local students from district schools, who toured the Joint Justice Center, historic courthouse and administration building — they also shadowed county officials to learn about daily public service. Fox 23
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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