Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
Good morning, Cape Girardeau.
🚧 Accidents
Firefighters responded to a structure fire in Kennett on Sept.
20 that left two adults hospitalized while three children were treated and released — a family dog was rescued and cared for as crews investigated the cause.
🎓 Education
SEMO announced that phase two upgrades for Houck Stadium will add a multi-level building—housing football offices, locker rooms, a sports medicine facility and event spaces.
The project will open bids in January 2026 and is expected to take about two years, boosting campus life and local businesses.
🏛️ Government
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed an executive order Tuesday, September 23rd—declaring a drought alert for 85 counties and St. Louis until December 1—that lets state agencies direct resources to help those affected by the dry conditions.
Rainfall is expected later this week as officials monitor the drought, and residents are urged to report local conditions.
🎉 Cape Girardeau Events
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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.
🏠 Cape Girardeau Real Estate
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