Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

Cape Girardeau’s Juneteenth celebration will take place June 21 at Ivers Square from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — the free family-friendly event features live music, crafts, a kid zone, food vendors, an art show, an essay contest and educational presentations — inviting community members to join in.

Recent attacks on Minnesota lawmakers saw Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband shot and killed on Saturday while Senator John Hoffman and his wife were injured near their home — Missouri Representative Hardy Billington condemned the violence and urged officials to remain accessible despite political divides.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.