Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

Old Town Cape’s Design Committee announced a 2026 Façade Improvement Grant to help local business owners upgrade their facades with new awnings, signage, lighting, and paint; applicants must submit plans by June 1 and complete work by the end of 2026 when matching funds of up to 1.5K dollars are available.

MoDOT will close Route N near Circle City Monday, Apr.

6 for culvert work and reduce Route AD in Dexter Tuesday, Apr. 7; Benton’s Tater Day Spring Festival runs today through Apr. 6 with a vendor fair starting Friday at 4 p.m. and a parade Monday morning.

SEMO theater students will present 'Legally Blonde the Musical' at Bedell Performance Hall on the River Campus from April 9 to 12, with tickets costing $26 in person and $27 to $30 online, and current students receive free admission with valid ID.

Investigations continue at English Cemetery where graves may have been disturbed, and local history groups, including the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution, stress the need to restore the site once the probe concludes.

They emphasize the importance of preserving Revolutionary War heritage.

Southeast Missouri State University will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the Roy Blunt Health Professions Hall on April 9 at 11 a.m. at the former Dearmont Hall site on Normal Avenue next to Kent Library.

The 55,000 sqft facility will add academic and lab space + boost SEMO’s health programs.

First Alert Weather’s special reviewed last year’s record tornado events and warned that a neutral weather pattern could bring a few significant storms through later spring, while local emergency officials advise residents to prepare a kit+plan to ease storm anxiety.

The report details plans for keeping updated with weather alerts as the season unfolds.

The Whitewater Fire Protection District is honoring former Chief Garry Moore, who died in the line of duty, on the anniversary of his death.

The department upholds his legacy + commitment to service as a reminder of his dedication to community safety.

SEMO Food Bank announced its Veterans Healthy Food Program received a 63.7K grant from the Disabled American Veterans Charitable Service Trust to provide food boxes with lean protein, fruits, and vegetables for veterans in the Heartland.

The program serves Cape Girardeau and Poplar Bluff with 88% reporting improved health outcomes.

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.

Jurassic Quest: Cape Girardeau

1 p.m. — Show Me Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the wonder of life-sized dinosaurs in an interactive setting for all ages.

Jurassic Quest

1 p.m. — Show Me Center — Ticketed event — Experience a thrilling dinosaur adventure suitable for all ages.