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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heartland gamers are gathering at the A.C. Brase Arena Building for the 2nd Annual Heartland Gaming Con that started on May 31 and will end tomorrow. Family-friendly activities include vendors, tournaments, a free-to-play library, and a game consignment shop — items must be clean and in good condition — with events running from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today. KFVS12
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bourbon + Bitters owners are celebrating their one-year anniversary block party on Ellis Street in Cape Girardeau today with live music, barbecue and cold drinks at the former Broadway Theater; another local business owner said the milestone comes amid challenges that see many new businesses fail in their first year. KFVS12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau County Historical Society will hold a bus tour on Saturday, June 28 at 9 a.m.—it will be led by historian Carla Jordan and stop at the Red House, the Heritage Museum and other Mississippi River sites at a cost of $40 that includes a picnic lunch. Later, a free symposium will run at Gospel Life Church Auditorium from 1-3 p.m.—featuring a live musical performance by French Creole interpreter Dennis Stroughmatt and a keynote address by Native American expert Suzanne Jones. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri’s new hands-free driving law has produced a 5% drop in real-time cell phone use by drivers—AAA data shows that increased awareness and enforcement are helping reduce distractions on the road. The move aims to boost safety for everyone on Missouri roadways. 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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