Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
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🏘️ Community
United Way of Southeast Missouri received a $250,000 AmeriCorps grant to set up the region’s first Childcare Resource Center in Cape Girardeau—this center will serve as a hub to help families access childcare subsidies, placements, and wraparound services while hiring AmeriCorps members to support local providers.
🎭 Culture
The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri received an $11,000 grant from Missouri Humanities for its 'Sit Down & Shut Up' partnership with Scout Hall to support a dinner show for songwriters.
Local musician Evan Webb, who started the project, said the show will give songwriters a chance to share their stories—doors open at 6 p.m. and the event starts at 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 20.
Grease: The Musical is presented by the Dobbins Conservatory of Theater and Dance at Bedell Performance Hall from September 25 through 27 at 7:30 p.m.—audiences can also attend matinee shows at 2 p.m. on September 27 and 28, with adult tickets at $30 and SEMO students paying $5.
🏥 Health
Saint Francis Healthcare System celebrated its 150th anniversary this week in Cape Girardeau — hospital officials and community members honored its history and discussed future plans for faith-based care.
🎉 Cape Girardeau Events
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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.
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