Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of June.
Good morning, Cape Girardeau.
🏘️ Community
Board & Brush Cape Girardeau, in partnership with the Missouri Veterans Home Foundation, will host a DIY fundraising workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. on Aug.
20 at the Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center while participants create a custom wood sign to support veteran services and local nonprofits.
Jackson will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on East Main Street to unveil its Welcome to Jackson sign, part of a tourism grant program from the Missouri Division of Tourism.
Mayor Dwain Hahs said the new sign reflects community pride and marks the city’s ongoing growth.
Run to Remember 5K will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 18 at 1172 Veterans Memorial Parkway in Perryville, where local runners of all ages and fitness levels can honor U.S. servicemembers.
A 1K Walk of Remembrance will begin at 9:30 a.m. to support MNVM.
💼 Business
A BBB study found that consumers leave negative reviews when AI-powered customer service fails; over 90% of 20,000 reviews and nearly 100,000 complaints from tech and online retail show the trend.
The BBB advises businesses to offer live reps + clear steps to help and warn against scams.
🎭 Culture
Veteran broadcaster Faune Riggin retired Friday after 25 years with KZIM KSIM.
She was honored with a plaque from U.S. Rep. Jason Smith, with the accolade also noted on the House floor.
🏈 Sports
Special Olympics Missouri athletes posted strong performances at the USA Games in Minneapolis on Thursday, June 25 + Team Missouri celebrated achievements in multiple Olympic events.
The organization is sharing daily updates as the competition continues.
🎉 Cape Girardeau Events
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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.
Cape Catfish vs Dubois County Bombers
4:05 – 6:05 PM — Capaha Field — Tickets available — Catch the last Sunday game of the season as the Bombers face off against the Catfish.
Camp Playmo: Pirate Adventure Week
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — A C Brase Arena — Child care available — Join a fun-filled week of adventure for kids ages 6-12 at Camp Playmo.
Cape Catfish vs O'Fallon Hoots Doubleheader
5:35-10:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — Ticket prices vary — Don't miss the final showdown of the summer as the Catfish take on the Hoots in an exciting doubleheader.
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