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Cape Girardeau
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City of Jackson is reviving its Walk Jackson challenge to celebrate National Public Works Week from May 17-23 and to explore new trail locations weekly through June 27 — residents who visit at least four stops can earn a T-shirt and weekly prize entries. Fox 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new 365‑ft wall mural showcasing Cape Girardeau’s early manufacturing history is in progress near Century Casino — funded by a city‑casino agreement to enhance the riverfront corridor. Craig Thomas, the artist behind Cape River Tales, is leading the project. KFVS12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported (via its Missouri Weekend Gas Watch) that the average gas price in Missouri rose 1 cent to $4.17 per gallon, while record Memorial Day travel is expected with nearly 800,000 residents planning car trips for May 21-25. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Historic Preservation Commission in Cape Girardeau released its 2026 Endangered Buildings List and Watch List on Thursday, May 14 — the lists highlight historic sites across the city to raise awareness and help save them. KFVS12
- ➤ The Missouri Public Service Commission approved Ameren Missouri’s plan to build a 250 megawatt solar generation facility + the Odyssey Switching Station in Callaway County, aimed at meeting rising energy demand and providing tax savings for customers as construction moves forward. Fox 23
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Jackson High School cheerleaders signed on Wednesday to join college teams at Southeast Missouri State University and Lindenwood. Their achievements mark a milestone in a cheer program+ growth since returning to competition in 2018. Fox 23
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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