Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
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🏘️ Community
Supporters joined the annual Team Hope Walk on April 12 to raise funds and awareness for Huntington’s disease.
The event in Jackson saw growth from 20 participants four years ago to over 100 this year—helping families feel less alone—according to local organizers.
🚨 Crime
Teresa Baumgartner pleaded guilty to first-degree kidnapping and tampering with physical evidence during her plea hearing on Wednesday—her sentencing hearing for the charges in Jessi Wilfong's 2022 murder investigation is scheduled for June 9 at 1:30 p.m.
🏛️ Government
Missouri State Treasurer Vivek Malek returned to his college campus on Friday to urge lawmakers to pass House Bill 977, which would bar state pensions from investing in Chinese-owned companies.
He said the measure would protect taxpayer money by moving funds to better-performing markets.
🎉 Cape Girardeau Events
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Ultimate Flooring & Finishes Open House
Ultimate Flooring & Finishes is hosting an open house at their Cape Girardeau location to celebrate their new branding. Casual vibe, light refreshments, Cape Chamber ribbon-cutting at 4 pm.
Muddy River Marathon
6 AM – 12 PM — Missouri Running Co. — Registration required — Experience a scenic run through Cape Girardeau's historic landmarks.
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