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Cape Girardeau
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KVC Missouri, a nonprofit with offices in Doniphan, Kennett, and Poplar Bluff, will host a virtual Q&A session on fostering on Monday, June 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to answer questions from prospective foster parents—supporting safe and stable homes for 11,000 kids in need. KFVS12
- ➤ Cape Riverfront Market will host the Youth Entrepreneurship Festival on Saturday, June 6 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 35 S. Spanish Street — the event offers a $1,000 grand prize and two $500 Future Maker Grants to support local youth in pursuing business ventures. Fox 23
- ➤ Cape Girardeau’s Riverfest will celebrate America’s 250th birthday downtown on July 4 with live performances (starting at 3 p.m. along Themis Street), family activities and food vendors, while additional community events include a market, pet activities and a flag dedication. KFVS12
- ➤ Officers from southeast Missouri participated in the Special Olympics Torch Run in Sikeston on Wednesday morning, running three miles from Walmart on South Main Street to First United Methodist Church to support athletes in the community. Fox 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau urged Cape Girardeau consumers to buy Futbol Frenzy tickets from the primary source rather than from resale sites, as tickets for the FIFA opener on June 16 in Kansas City can be very expensive and risky. Raechel Cantoni recommended using secure payment methods & checking vendor reviews to help avoid scams. KFVS12
- ➤ Fazoli’s in Cape Girardeau is now closed as a sign at the entrance states its status (moving trucks seen outside suggest the transition). The restaurant served the community for over a decade, though its online listing still appears active. Fox 23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Ameren Missouri energized the new Glenwood Substation near Cape Jaycee Municipal Golf Course to offer more reliable power to 3,400 customers in north Cape Girardeau and Jackson. The upgrade reduces the risk of outages during storms and floods. KFVS12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau Public Schools worked with Heartland farmers to serve fresh produce to students under the Local Food for Schools grant during the 2025-26 school year (with food sourced from 11 southeast Missouri growers). Cafeteria staff now serve nutrient-dense meals that students truly enjoy. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A traffic project near Notre Dame High School is underway on Route K where MoDOT is widening the road (adding an eastbound lane and a roundabout at Notre Dame Drive) to improve safety and traffic flow, and drivers should expect lane shifts until work completes in November 2027. KFVS12
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame High School’s baseball team advanced to the quarterfinals after a walk-off win postponed by a bus crash that injured four players – they will play today at 4:30 p.m. on campus. KFVS12
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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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Breakthrough Basketball Camp: Ball Handling and Scoring Skills
June 16-18 — Cape Girardeau SportsPlex — Limited spots available — Enhance your basketball skills with drills focused on scoring, ball handling, and building confidence.
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Chillicothe Paints vs. Cape Catfish
6:35-11:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — Tickets start at $34 — Catch the excitement as the Chillicothe Paints face off against the Cape Catfish in an unforgettable evening of baseball.
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Cape Catfish vs Thrillville Thrillbillies
6:35 – 8:35 PM — Capaha Field — Free for Veterans and their families — A night of baseball honoring those who have served our country.
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Cape Catfish vs. Alton River Dragons
6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — Tickets starting at $34 — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup in Cape Girardeau.
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~ Winston Churchill
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