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Cape Girardeau
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FRESH Healthy Cafe is hosting its Kid-Crafted Smoothie Contest for kids 12 & under at its North Kingshighway location, accepting entries through April 15. The winner will earn $50 gift card and have their smoothie featured on the menu until the end of May, with results announced on April 20. Fox 23
- ➤ Descendant Dallon Horman said his family was shocked to learn that the historic English Cemetery may have been disturbed and hopes the ongoing investigation leads to restoring the burial site, despite state guidelines indicating a lengthy process (three to 10 years) involving multiple agencies. KFVS12
- ➤ The Fight Hunger. Spark Change campaign is helping the SEMO Food Bank as Walmart and Sam's Club invite customers to donate or round up purchases, running from April 6 until May 3. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cape West Plaza redevelopment (involving the former Sears building) moves forward after council approved an ordinance Monday to help builders acquire equipment. The council also thanked longtime Ward 1 councilman Dan Presson for his service. KFVS12
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Brain Injury & Stroke Support Group held its April meeting Monday at the Cape Girardeau Public Library (Geraldine Room) to offer recovery resources and feature a virtual talk from Jimmy Delis of MedRhythms on music-based stroke therapy for survivors, caregivers and professionals. 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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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.
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Jurassic Quest
1 p.m. — Show Me Center — Ticketed event — Experience a thrilling dinosaur adventure suitable for all ages.
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