Tuesday, April 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Jackson Community Garden is partnering with the SEMO Food Bank to donate fresh vegetables to people facing food insecurity in the area. Run by the Buttheadz Growers Club and built with donated materials last year, the garden is growing produce like broccoli, tomatoes and cucumbers—providing a nutritious alternative to canned food. Fox 23
- ➤ The Green Bear Project plans to host its fourth annual A Day in the Park with Green Bear event on April 26 at Cape County Park South—aiming to promote child abuse prevention programs and National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The free public event runs from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will feature a coloring contest, snow cones, hotdogs, and displays by Safe House of Southeast Missouri, SEMO Pets, and Cape Girardeau Public Library. Fox 23
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-vehicle accident occurred in the Dunkin’ Donuts parking lot in Cape Girardeau shortly before 11 a.m. today when one vehicle overturned and Cape Fire, police, and emergency medical services responded; four people were involved although it is unclear how many were taken to the hospital. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri’s Show Me Green tax holiday will begin Saturday, April 19 at midnight and run until April 25 at midnight. The program lets residents and businesses buy energy star appliances up to $1500 tax free—every county is joining for the first time. Fox 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Adult and Teen Challenge Mid-America will soon open Deborah’s House— a 12-month recovery program with 40 beds— to help women in Cape Girardeau struggling with addiction and other life-controlling issues. The program will offer spiritual support, vocational training, and academic courses to help these women rebuild their lives. KFVS12
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ High egg prices have led Cape Girardeau families to try new ideas for Easter egg hunts by reusing plastic eggs and using alternatives instead of real eggs. Many parents now fill decorated eggs with rewards and a Jet-Puffed marshmallow kit (sold for about two dollars online) offers another fun option. Fox 23
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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.
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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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