Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

Old Town Cape announced its 'Rocking around the Christmas Tree' theme for this year's Parade of Lights.

The parade will take place on November 29 and organizers said more parade application details will be shared soon.

The Cape Girardeau Police Department will host the 2026 National Night Out celebration at Arena Park on Tuesday, Aug.

4 from 6 to 9 p.m., offering a free event with games, food, demonstrations, vendors (and opportunities to meet officers and community partners) for local families.

Cape Girardeau Police remind drivers to keep the roadway clear near 7 Brew at the corner of Kingshighway and William Street as the coffee chain prepares for opening events (Caffeine for a Cause runs today through July 26, followed by a ribbon cutting on July 27, a soft opening on Aug. 3, and a grand opening on Aug. 8).

The Stars and Stripes Museum has installed an exhibit at City Hall honoring local Medal of Honor recipient Richard G.

Wilson — who served as a combat medic during the Korean War. The exhibit invites visitors to learn about his heroism and enduring legacy in our community.

AAA reports that Cape Girardeau’s gas price is $3.77 a gallon today, keeping it among the cheaper areas despite Missouri prices rising 24 cents since last week+ nearly a dollar from last year, with the state average at $3.84.

Julianna Kirby from Cape Girardeau and Jaya Gremmels of Jackson earned the Girl Scouts' Gold Award for projects that improved animal shelters and sparked a love of reading—earning them the highest honor in Girl Scouting.

Cape Girardeau County Public Health Director Autumn Grim said only three cyclosporiasis cases have been reported locally, with one case possibly linked to a national outbreak from contaminated produce.

Residents should discard suspect fruits and vegetables as the CDC tracks over 4,000 cases since May 1.

More than 600 people attended the second annual Thriving Together Conference at the Show Me Center on Thursday, which offered mental and behavioral health resources with breakout sessions.

Next year's event will feature Elizabeth Smart as a guest speaker.

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!