Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

Rescuers and the two women they helped during June 26 flash flooding reunited Monday, July 6 in Cape Girardeau to honor the first responders, business employees, and medical professionals who saved them after their vehicle was swept off a road near South Kingshighway.

Missouri and Illinois transportation officials will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Don Welge Memorial Bridge on Saturday, July 11 at 11 a.m. Public access starts at 9 a.m. on the cable-stayed crossing spanning the Mississippi River between Perryville and Chester — a key part of a $307.1 million project.

The River City Players will present the comedy play 'The Ballet of Fervour or Perhaps Bingo' at Port Cape Girardeau from July 9 to 12 with evening shows at 6:30 p.m. and a Sunday matinee at 1 p.m.—dinner or dessert is included.

Christa Weber, special education director at Nell Holcomb R-IV, urged parents to blend fun outings with reading and math practice this summer—using materials like recipes or comics and limiting screen time to help kids avoid losing 20–30% of their skills.

A recent SEMO graduate earned second place nationally in the Microsoft Word category at the National Championship while crediting her faculty mentors for intensive exam preparation; Schieferdecker will begin a credit analyst role at Midwest Regional Bank this summer.

The Missouri Department of Conservation offers two free programs this July at Cape Girardeau Nature Center.

A forest exploration on July 9 at 5:30–7 p.m. covers oak and hickory identification, while a meditation and breathwork session on July 11 at 8:30–9:30 a.m. requires registration.

The US 51 Cairo Bridge is closed as Ballard County crews assess the situation; drivers are advised to use alternate routes and expect delays.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will provide further updates soon.

The Missouri Public Service Commission is reminding residents to be careful as Ameren crews restore power to thousands after storms, advising that downed lines remain dangerous and urging people to report hazards (call 800-552-7583) and update contact info for outage alerts.

Southern Illinois Healthcare celebrated the retirement of longtime leader Woody Thorne who spent 25 years advancing local health programs and securing major grant and contract funding, including efforts during COVID-19 and for mental health services.

SEMO announced Monday that Jessie Gartman (former head coach at Pursuit Volleyball Club) was hired as an assistant volleyball coach for the Redhawks.

She will help with practice planning, recruiting and player development.

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.

Dubois County Bombers at Cape Catfish

6:35 – 8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field — Ticket prices vary — The Bombers aim for victory in their final summer visit as the Catfish eye postseason success.

Final Regular Season Game: Jackson Rockabillys vs. Cape Catfish

6:35-8:35 p.m. — Capaha Field (SEMO Baseball) — $5.73 — Celebrate Fan Appreciation Day with the last home game of the season!