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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A man won $100,000 after buying a Triple Cash Crossword scratcher at Huck’s on South Kingshighway in Cape Girardeau. Lottery officials said the ticket matched 10 words — marking the second top prize from the game in the region and contributing to more than $13.3 million in lottery prizes that have supported county education funding. KFVS12
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau Police Department will host a free one-day safety event for young women entering college on Aug 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its facility—a program that will cover situational awareness, alcohol awareness, mental health resources and basic self-defense skills—with registration limited and contact offered through Patrolman Newton at 573-335-6621 ext. 1393. Fox 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BG’s Deli in Cape Girardeau will close on Friday, August 22 after 45 years in operation due to financial challenges and an expiring lease, and the restaurant will remain open while it accepts offers to purchase the business. KFVS12
- ➤ BG's Deli, a local staple for 45 years, will close on Aug. 22 as ownership faces financial and operational challenges—its lease expires in September and offers on the business are being accepted until the closing date. Fox 23
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Benton man Donnie Fisk was arrested Friday for failing to register as a sex offender—he was released from jail on a $60,000 bond. Fox 23
- ➤ Cape Girardeau Police responded to a shooting report on the 700 block of Linden Street around midnight on July 25—officers treated a victim with non-life-threatening injuries and no arrests were made as the investigation continues. KFVS12
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, an educational hair show featuring renowned stylists Sam Villa and Anna Peters will be held at Century Casino & Hotel Cape Girardeau — the event will demonstrate the latest hair trends and techniques — to give local attendees a chance to learn new styling skills. Fox 23
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau Police Department will host an empowerment and safety day for young women entering college on August 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.—instructors will cover situational awareness, alcohol awareness, mental health resources, and basic self-defense techniques to help prepare the participants for campus life. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau firefighters’ union said negotiations stalled after nearly four years without a contract—accusing the city of dismissing safety concerns and offering unrealistic proposals. The union warned some members might leave their jobs and urged local leaders to negotiate in good faith. Fox 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Saint Francis Healthcare System will celebrate its 150th anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon on Thursday, July 31 — held in front of its historic Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in the Healing Garden. The system began in a 12-room home and now operates a 306-bed hospital serving 29 counties. KFVS12
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