Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

Hope Children's Home took in five siblings (ages 2–16) and received community donations after calling for urgent support as it provided transitional care for children in protective custody; FosterAdopt Connect continues to accept donations and volunteers at its office and Sammy's Window while marking its 25th anniversary.

Cape Girardeau authorities arrested 41-year-old Jason Holt, a former SEMO DPS officer, after surveillance video linked him to burglaries on April 10 and May 8 that netted more than $18,000 in stolen camera equipment; he made his first court appearance on May 15 and has a counsel hearing set for May 22—he reportedly said he stole the items in retaliation after he was fired in August 2024.

On May 1, 2025, SEMO DPS reported missing camera equipment valued at $18,500 and an investigation linked the theft to former DPS officer Jason Holt—he burglarized the university on April 10 and May 8 using his key and a mask—he was interviewed on May 14 and a Canon 5D Mark IV was recovered near Hurricane Creek.

In Cape Girardeau a search warrant was executed by tactical teams from the Southeast Missouri Drug Task Force + the Cape Girardeau Special Response Team at a neighborhood home where officers detained individuals amid loud noises and commands reported by residents.

Cape Girardeau SRT helped the SEMO Drug Task Force execute a search warrant at a local home earlier today—details of the operation remain undisclosed.

The city announced its new electric rate program with Homefield Energy by sending letters with an opt-out option, while Ameren’s summer rates will rise from about 8¢ to 12¢ per kWh.

The regional grid auction found less surplus capacity—causing a bill increase of 18% to 22%—for typical residential customers.

Missouri lawmakers passed a bill on May 15 that raises coroner qualifications—requiring death investigation training—and improves design-build contracting standards for taxpayer protection; it now awaits Governor Kehoe’s signature.

Cape Girardeau County Representative John Voss said the bill aims to restore public trust in elected offices.

The Page Turners Book Club

6-8 p.m. — Cape Girardeau Public Library — Registration encouraged — Explore popular fiction and bring a snack to share.

Dad's Day Train Adventure

1-3 p.m. — St Louis Iron Mountain & Southern — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate Dads Day with a thrilling train ride and a playful encounter with the James Gang.