Friday, August 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ FEMA has allocated $1.8 million in grants for Missouri storm survivors from the May 19-27 disasters, urging affected residents to apply for financial assistance. Sikeston Standard-Democrat
- ➤ Cape Regional Airport unveils its new terminal featuring enhanced amenities like more restrooms, privacy rooms, a sensory room, and a storm shelter, with the public opening set for August 22. KFVS12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau woman, Carly Wyatt, faces charges of statutory sodomy for allegedly sexually assaulting a juvenile and providing them alcohol. Southeast Missourian
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau Public Schools increases substitute teacher incentives to boost recruitment for the 2024-25 school year. Southeast Missourian
- ➤ The Saint Francis Foundation and Auxiliary awarded $2,000 healthcare scholarships to 22 students in Cape Girardeau to support their education in healthcare professions. Sikeston Standard-Democrat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe weather caused power outages across multiple counties in the Heartland on August 15, affecting over 500 customers. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau County Commission is applying for a grant to prevent flooding by upgrading a rail spur at the Mondi Jackson facility. Southeast Missourian
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Australian baseball team competes in the Babe Ruth World Series while exploring American culture, from fast food to rodeos, expressing enjoyment and learning from the experience. Sikeston Standard-Democrat
- ➤ The Southeast Tropics defeated the Charleston Fighting Squirrels 11-2 in the Babe Ruth World Series third-place game on August 15, 2024. Sikeston Standard-Democrat
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Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Concert
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2024 SEMO District Fair: A Family Fun Tradition
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Cape Riverfront Farmers' Market
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