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Cape Girardeau
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A distinguished group of veterans from World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War will visit Missouri’s National Veterans Memorial on Monday, Apr. 27 at 10:30 a.m. in Perryville — the public is invited to join and thank them. KFVS12
- ➤ Residents are invited to the 27th annual All-American Soap Box Derby on May 2 at 7:30 a.m. on North Sprigg Street (between Blanchard Elementary School and Bertling Street) as 27 young racers compete and winners qualify for an international race in July in Akron, Ohio. KFVS12
- ➤ Old Town Cape Inc. announced its second annual Farm to Table Dinner (from 3 to 7 p.m.) set for Sept. 20 on Spanish Street, bringing local food and community together in Cape Girardeau. Fox 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau Regional Airport will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 6 at 8 a.m. for new twice-weekly nonstop flights to Pensacola by Contour Airlines, with local leaders & a water cannon salute before the first flight at 8:45 a.m. Fox 23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported that Missouri gas prices declined for the second straight week, with the average for regular unleaded falling to $3.61 per gallon—still 75 cents above last year's average. Drivers in St. Louis paid $3.83 while those in Joplin paid $3.40. Fox 23
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Department of Conservation reminds residents to leave baby wildlife undisturbed this spring as mothers stay away during the day to protect their young from predators. Intervene only if a pet poses a threat, moving the animal gently so the mother can still locate it, and avoid unauthorized wildlife rehab. KFVS12
- ➤ A 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck Missouri’s Bootheel at 12:59 p.m. today along the New Madrid Seismic Zone, with residents feeling noticeable shaking but no damage reported. Fox 23
- ➤ Today, a 4.0 earthquake struck Permiscot County about 7 miles underground near Cooter and was felt across the Heartland + reaching as far as Evansville. The New Madrid Historical Museum noted it is only the second magnitude 4 quake in the area since 1991. KFVS12
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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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Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Capaha Park — Secure your seats — Feel the thrill of college baseball with the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles taking on the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
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