Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

More than 500 community members gathered at Arena Park earlier this week for Cape Girardeau Police Department's National Night Out + the event featured food, games, and fireworks aimed at strengthening bonds between residents and first responders while plans for next year are underway.

Tax-free weekend saves shoppers money on school items as Missouri waives sales tax on selected supplies; United Way of Southeast Missouri hosts its annual Stuff the Bus campaign today in Cape Girardeau.

Shoppers are also looking for clothing and rodeo items to stretch their budgets.

Cape Central High School FBLA members recently volunteered on community service projects in Cape Girardeau to ready the school for the upcoming year, and school officials praised the students for their leadership and commitment.

Route Z will close from West Clark Street to County Road 222 near Gordonville starting Monday, Aug.

24 for a bridge replacement over Hubble Creek. The 24-hour work zone will remain until Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2027 — commuters are urged to follow detours and allow extra travel time.