Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

On Friday, September 5, two rival schools worked together at the St. Vincent football game to raise $1,963 for families fighting childhood cancer.

Nolan’s family gave their share to help Rory’s family — a move that united both sides for a good cause — and the event showed that competitors can join forces to help one another.

Autism Awareness of Southeast Missouri will host a Puzzle Run motorcycle and vehicle ride on Saturday, Oct.

11 at Armstrong Outdoors in Fruitland—featuring Best of Show judging at 9:30 a.m., a ride starting at 11 a.m., and a live auction at 5 p.m. Proceeds will support AASM programs and services—with local benefits for families.

Ameren is sending six teams—four from Missouri and two from Illinois—to compete at the National Gas Rodeo, running Sept.

10–12 at Turfway Park in Florence, Kentucky. The contest will test natural gas skills with events like meter setting, pipe cutting and hand digging.

Primo Vino & Cask, a local business in Cape Girardeau, is celebrating its 15th anniversary with three expansions and steady growth.

The owners credit loyal customers and community support for their success and plan to keep serving the region for many more years.

Data by Ampere Markets shows that more people now have streaming subscriptions than there are Americans—this shift means that many households may face rising monthly costs.

Certified financial planner Derieck Hodges urged consumers to review their subscriptions regularly to keep their budgets in check.

Discovery Playhouse will join Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play on September 27 with interactive activities including a Lego Challenge, Planetarium Shows, and Slime play from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.—families will enjoy a fun, learning experience through play.

SEMO’s Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy program earned reaccreditation from CoARC after a thorough review that involved students, alumni, clinical partners and administrators—confirming it met national standards for professional practice.

The program was praised for its strong support system and will have its next review no later than 2035.

On September 10, Cape Girardeau families joined Governor Mike Kehoe as he signed the new Coroner Standards Law that strengthens county coroner offices—a move led by Rep. John Voss and local advocates who had long called for change.

Landmark Hospital announced that its Cape Girardeau facility will close in the next few weeks due to low patient volumes and an earlier bankruptcy filing.

Current patients will be discharged or transferred based on their needs — the hospital assures that continuity and quality of care will be maintained during the transition.

Third Annual Kiwanis / John Morlan Jeep Show

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Kiwanis Park — Free entry — Celebrate all things Jeep with awards, a kids division, and fun for the whole family.

Arkansauce Concert

12-3 AM — Scout Hall — Ticket prices not specified — Enjoy a night of genre-blending tunes from this dynamic four-piece string band.

City of Roses Half Marathon & 5K

7 a.m. — Osage Centre - City of Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Department — Registration required — Celebrate the 45th Annual City of Roses Half Marathon and 5K with a race in beautiful Cape Girardeau.

Color Dash 5K and Fun Walk

10 a.m. — Arena Park — Register by September 12 for discounted entry — Participate in a colorful 5K run supporting cancer screenings.

The Next Level Fundraiser

7-11 p.m. — Buckner-Ragsdale Event Center — Enjoy a night of music with local bands and DJs while supporting a vital community cause.