Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

MissouriRiverfest is scheduled to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in downtown Cape Girardeau on July 4 at 3 p.m. and will feature fireworks, food, & live music.

The Jackson R-2 School Board approved the 2026-2027 budget with a 4% raise at its meeting on June 11 — a move to help keep staff salaries competitive as costs rise.

The plan includes new teacher pay scales, Career Ladder funding and capital improvement projects for upcoming renovations.

Cape Public Schools is building Ascent High School to help students overcome substance abuse challenges.

The new recovery school (starting with 10 students) will accept online applications for the 2026 school year and offer recovery, wellness, and after-school support programs.

East Prairie High School received a $3,000 rapid response grant from the Ozark Community Foundation to restore its agri-science center greenhouse after a January storm damaged the facility — allowing students to continue plans for local events.

City officials say the Mississippi River will reach 32 feet—flood stage—today, and pump stations on Merriwether and near Mill Street will operate to manage water levels; the river is expected to crest around 32.5 feet before falling later this week.

Livestock farmers are warned that New World screwworms + a parasitic larva infecting animals through open wounds have returned after more than 60 years.

Local experts say releasing sterile flies will help stop the outbreak and ease market concerns.

Starting July 1, MO HealthNet will no longer cover visits to licensed chiropractors, physical therapy, or acupuncture, leaving local providers in Cape Girardeau concerned that Medicaid patients may have to seek more invasive treatments and urging them to contact lawmakers.

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.

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.

Cape Catfish vs Alton River Dragons

4:05-6:05 p.m. — Capaha Field — Free coupons for kids — Enjoy an exciting baseball game with the Catfish taking on the River Dragons and treats for the little ones.

Jackson Rockabillys vs Cape Catfish

6:35 – 8:35 PM — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — Free entry — Celebrate the return from the All-Star break with a fun game and giveaways for the fans.

Jackson Rockabillys at Cape Catfish

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — Enjoy some Friday night baseball with special gifts from local sponsors.

O'Fallon Hoots vs Cape Catfish Baseball Game

4:05 – 6:05 PM — Capaha Field — Tickets required — Catch the excitement of the MRV Banks Show Me Slugfest with the Hoots taking on the Catfish.

Jackson Rockabillys Face Off Against Cape Catfish

6:35 – 8:35 PM — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — Free entry — Celebrate the final Bark in the Park with the Jackson Tribe baseball program at Capaha Field.

Danville Dans vs Cape Catfish: Throwback Jersey Night

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — $ — Celebrate nostalgia with the Catfish in their throwback jerseys from the 2021 championship.