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Cape Girardeau
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Old Town Cape, Inc. held its annual dinner on March 26 at Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center to present nine awards recognizing community members who advanced downtown revitalization through volunteerism, preservation and adaptive reuse projects in 2025 & strengthened local business excellence. KFVS12
- ➤ The Missouri Department of Conservation and Parks and Recreation invite volunteers to clean Cape LaCroix Creek during Friends of the Park Day on April 18 from 9 to 11 a.m. Meet at Cape Girardeau Nature Center between Walden Park and Shawnee Sports Complex + register by 5 p.m. April 7. Fox 23
- ➤ The Cat and the Hound will host its annual pet adoption event on Saturday, April 4 from noon to 3 p.m. in partnership with Mac’s Mission + sponsored by Lanzotti Law Firm, inviting locals to support animal adoption efforts. Fox 23
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded early Monday to a basement fire in a local home in Advance, quickly controlling the flames and coordinating with mutual aid partners while a displaced family received immediate support from the American Red Cross (no injuries were reported). Fox 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ameren is testing a new dynamic line rating system that uses sensors to collect real-time weather data and track transmission performance, aiming to boost grid capacity and reliability. The first 15 sensors were installed in December 2025 and the remaining units will be deployed later this year. Fox 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An educational event for cosmetologists took place on March 30 in Cape Girardeau, where licensed professionals and students honed new techniques—led by renowned stylist Sam Villa and educator Anna Peters. Fox 23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dry weather continues in Cape Girardeau, and the National Weather Service warns of fire danger during Red Flag Warnings. Jackson Fire Rescue urges residents to be cautious when burning outdoors (ensuring they have water nearby) to help prevent fires. KFVS12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Margaret George, the recreation and music therapy supervisor at the Missouri Veterans Home, was named a (2025) Ceca Award honoree for excellence in caregiving. She has supported veterans by organizing outings and events since 2006. Fox 23
- ➤ Saint Francis Healthcare System welcomes Dr. Fazila Khan as she joins Cape Physician Associates (at 3250 Gordonville Road, Suite 401) to practice family medicine. She earned her degree from the University of Peshawar and completed her residency at Lower Bucks Hospital. Fox 23
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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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