Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

Cape Riverfront Market is preparing to open its season with themed festival days, live entertainment + family-friendly Saturday events featuring fresh food and local goods to bring the community together.

A Vietnam Veterans Recognition Ceremony to honor service will be held Sunday, March 29 at VFW Post 3838 (1049 N.

Kingshighway), starting at 4 p.m. with a meal provided at 5 p.m. for veterans, families, and the public.

O’Reilly Auto Parts donated $30k to The Green Bear Project this week to help expand its child abuse prevention education program that reaches local kids.

A longtime Cape Girardeau restaurant, Steak N Shake, will close on April 6 after 35 years serving as a community dining hub (owners thanked customers for their loyalty and invited locals to visit before the final day).

Ameren Missouri is urging eligible customers to apply for its Dollar More program, which offers up to $600 per year from $1.5M available funds, and to review options such as LIHEAP available until May 31 plus flexible payment plans and energy efficiency programs to stabilize bills.

On Jan. 12, the Zalma R-V School District board backed a $0.75 levy increase that will appear on the April 7 ballot to fund safety fixes, facility repairs and student programs — district officials urge residents to ask the superintendent for details.

An educational hair show with leaders Sam Villa and Anna Peters will be held on March 30 at Century Casino & Hotel in Cape Girardeau.

The event will present live stylist training on advanced techniques and industry trends — a chance for professionals to learn and connect.

The demolition of Dearmont Hall ended and SEMO leaders said construction on the new Health Professions Hall—housing classrooms, labs, a gym and offices—will soon begin on campus.

The Missouri Department of Conservation urges local residents to secure food sources for black bears as they become active this spring.

Biologist Nate Bowersock said unsecured attractants (like trash, grills and pet food) can lead to dangerous encounters if bears grow accustomed to humans.

On March 18, the Region E HRST team held a confined space rescue training to boost response times and safety in hazardous areas — tanks, silos, sewers, and underground vaults.

The exercise aimed to prepare team members for real emergency scenarios.

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.