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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews responded to a commercial fire alarm at Hardee’s at 421 E. Jackson Blvd. on Wednesday at 12:59 p.m. and quickly extinguished a small electrical fire on the roof — the health department will inspect the restaurant before it can reopen. Fox 23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 11, Frederick Stecz blocked a woman from entering her apartment when she complained about loud noises and he brandished a machete—police arrested him at 8:15 p.m. and charged him with a felony for unlawful use of a weapon and a misdemeanor for second-degree harassment, with a $15,000 cash bond. KFVS12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new Smithsonian exhibit called Voices and Votes: Democracy in America opened at Malone Park Center for the Arts in Sikeston to show how the 1939 sharecroppers strike brought tenant farmers together—its display uses local history to explain ongoing economic challenges and will run until July 22. Fox 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Keenan Kinder— a 1993 Jackson High graduate and former teacher— has been named the 14th superintendent of Jackson R-2 Schools and will focus on safety and school growth. He said he will share his plans tonight at 9 p.m. on FOX23 News. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau earned the Missouri Blue Shield Community designation when Governor Mike Kehoe and the state recognized the city’s strong public safety efforts; the designation gives Cape Girardeau access to grant funding for police training and equipment—helping fund initiatives like the new mental health co-responder unit and police station. KFVS12
- ➤ The City of Cape Girardeau agreed to return to contract talks with the Cape Girardeau Professional Firefighters union after a 1015-day impasse—talks will soon resume to negotiate a fair contract that prioritizes public safety. Fox 23
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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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Star Spangled Brunch
Brunch Buffet — 11 a.m. — Beacon 53 — $0.00 - $53.00 — Indulge in a special brunch buffet featuring fresh summer ingredients while enjoying picturesque views of the Mississippi River.
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Capaha Classic 5K
8 AM – 12 PM — Capaha Park — Registration required — Compete in the City's longest-running 5K road race featuring a Children's One Mile Run.
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