Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

SEMO Pets officials in Cape Girardeau said the shelter operates at critical capacity and now accepts pets on managed intake +offering rehoming resources to owners+.

The nonprofit remains a no kill shelter amid ongoing delays.

Manifolds on Main Street returns this fall to downtown Cape Girardeau with a two-day auto event.

Cruisin’ Cape runs Saturday, Sept. 19 from 4–7 p.m. and a Sunday car show operates from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — over 250 vehicles will be displayed and trophies awarded in 30+ classes.

Community organizations will offer free showers, laundry, meals and haircuts at Grace United Methodist Church on July 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.— a service for residents in need that also invites everyone to come build new community ties.

The Missouri Department of Revenue announces a back-to-school sales tax holiday starting at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug.

7 and ending at midnight Sunday, Aug. 9. Selected clothing, school supplies, computer software and peripherals will be exempt from state and local tax.

The Bollinger County Sheriff's Office is hosting a back-to-school fair at First Baptist Church in Marble Hill Monday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Parents can receive free child ID kits in about 10 to 15 minutes — provided by MoCHIP.

Local health officials report that cyclosporiasis cases are rising across the region with Missouri counting 216 cases and Illinois 309, as testing of produce continues.

Residents are urged to wash fruits and vegetables well to prevent infection (symptoms include severe diarrhea and vomiting) as the hot, humid summer increases risk.

The Missouri Department of Social Services awarded $732K to the Missouri Doula Association to expand training for doulas and perinatal community health workers in rural areas through a partnership with the Department of Health and Senior Services Office on Women’s Health, aiming to bolster maternal support.

On Monday, West Park Mall co-owner Lucas Haley met with Cape Girardeau City Council to request an amendment that allows mall incentive funds to cover interior upgrades, warning construction for three tenants may halt without the change (Phase 2 of redevelopment is underway).

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!