Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

South Side Farms in Cape Girardeau runs a produce stand every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. through the summer to provide residents with fresh vegetables—turnip greens, carrots, cucumbers and lettuce—to help ease the local food gap.

Southeast Missouri Food Bank launches its Summer Meals for Kids campaign today to deliver 200,000+ meals to over 18,000 children facing food insecurity, with Harps Food Stores donating pre-assembled Blessing Bags across the region.

Lyle Randolph has been promoted to national Executive Vice President of Operations at Century Casinos and will manage seven properties nationwide.

He has served as Vice President in Cape Girardeau and Caruthersville since 2019 and will assume his new role tomorrow.

Cape Riverfront Market has extended the application deadline for its Future Makers Market to May 22.

The event invites entrepreneurs aged 13 to 18 to showcase their businesses and compete for a $1,000 prize + two $500 grants.

Missouri Education Commissioner Karla Eslinger will retire on June 1, 2026 after more than 30 years in state service; DESE announced her retirement today + praised her work in upgrading data systems and boosting transparency for educators and families.

East Prairie R-II School District is partnering with Southeast Missouri State University via the Educators Advantage program to offer tuition discounts for online degrees to faculty & staff.

The agreement supports professional development and boosts regional workforce growth.

Mercy Health Foundation Southeast will host its annual Independence Day 5K on July 4 at Mercy Fitness Center – HealthPoint Jackson at 410 W.

Main St starting at 7:04 a.m. Proceeds boost the Mercy Children’s Wellness Fund, and registration by June 12 guarantees a race shirt.

Cape Catfish vs. Thrillville Thrillbillies Game

6:35-9:35 p.m. — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — Ticket prices vary — Kick off the weekend with a competitive game against the Thrillbillies from Marion, Illinois.

Cape Catfish vs Alton River Dragons

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — $25 buckets of beer — The Catfish aim to maintain dominance over the River Dragons on Thirsty Thursday.

Jackson Rockabillys at Cape Catfish

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — Free entry — Catch the Rockabillys back for a weekend series and enjoy a special giveaway for the first 400 fans.

Cape Catfish vs Jackson Rockabillys

4:05-6:05 p.m. — Capaha Field — Free slim can koozie for the first 350 fans — Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of local baseball action with the Rockabillys returning to the field.

O'Fallon Hoots vs Cape Catfish Baseball Game

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — Ticket prices may vary — Witness the thrilling game three of the MRV Banks Show Me Slugfest between Missouri's own baseball teams.

Cape Catfish vs O'Fallon Hoots

6:35 p.m. — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — $5.73 — A mid-week showdown benefiting United Way with the Catfish protecting their turf against old rivals.