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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southeast Missouri State University's Sikeston campus is partnering with Saluna—a St. Louis-based tech startup that tests hemp as a sustainable crop alternative—to lease field space for seed trials and hire SEMO students for research. The collaboration gives students practical training while providing Saluna access to a productive agricultural region. Fox 23
- ➤ Bell City R-2 School District announced it will offer a new preschool program for up to 20 four-year-olds in its elementary building for the 2025-2026 school year after the Head Start Center closed + the district will add a classroom for three-year-olds when building projects finish, with enrollment based on a first-come, first-served system. KFVS12
- ➤ SEMO has partnered with a Saluna tech start-up to use its Sikeston campus land for hemp research aimed at finding a renewable energy resource—SEMO students help with seed trials and the project seeks to revive a historic cash crop. This collaboration is set to boost local agriculture and innovation. KFVS12
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bear cub was spotted near the intersection of County Road 418 and N Highway outside Leopold today — residents are advised to keep a safe distance as a mother bear is likely nearby. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Engineer Jake Garrad said drivers often bypass road closure barricades around construction sites, which creates dangerous conditions for both workers and residents — he added repairs on Lexington and Perryville roads will finish by the end of August. This measure aims to keep the work zone safe during the construction process. KFVS12
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau City Council unanimously recommended that American Airlines offer six weekly round-trip flights to Dallas-Fort Worth and six to Chicago O’Hare at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport + airport manager JoJo Stuart said the new service may expand destination choices and help the airport become self-sustaining + the move depends on U.S. Department of Transportation approval as Contour Airlines' contract ends Oct. 1. Fox 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mercy Southeast has expanded its gastroenterology services with the addition of Mimi Kingery, a physician assistant who joins the Mercy Clinic Gastroenterology team at 1723 Broadway, Suite 315 in Cape Girardeau — she will also provide care at Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter. Fox 23
- ➤ Dr. Mark E. Farrenburg at Saint Francis Healthcare System now offers specialized care for complex epilepsy cases. He manages anti-seizure medication regimens, local workup for epilepsy surgery, and neurostimulator treatments—plus he is available by phone or email for case discussions. Fox 23
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The Page Turners Book Club
6-8 p.m. — Cape Girardeau Public Library — Registration encouraged — Explore popular fiction and bring a snack to share.
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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.
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Breakthrough Essential Skills Basketball Camp
June 17-19 — Cape Girardeau SportsPlex — $97 fee for observing coaches — Focus on skill development for youth basketball players in grades 3 to 8.
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Rick Faris Band Live at Port Cape
8 p.m. — Port Cape Girardeau Restaurant and Lounge — $20 at the door — Enjoy a lively performance from the Rick Faris Band in a great new venue.
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Summer Slam 2025
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. — A C Brase Arena — Skater registration starts at $45 — Participate in scrimmages with individual skill levels and a chance to join the Main Event mixer!
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