Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

YouthBuild Cape Girardeau held its Art Heals drive from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday at Capaha Park — collecting crayons, coloring books and art supplies to help local children and families; donations will be delivered to Project Hope on Oct.

9.

Cape Girardeau officially designates today as Dolly Parton Day, with festivities starting at 5 p.m. at Scout Hall featuring a community singalong to '9 to 5,' a mayoral proclamation, karaoke, and a lookalike contest — while over 20 local businesses offer themed discounts until 9 p.m.

Cape Girardeau County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to slow down and leave extra room for farm equipment during harvest season (especially on narrow roads) to help keep traffic moving safely.

Fire chiefs in Millersville and Gordonville say rising diesel prices are straining small budgets.

Both plan to adjust fuel practices and set aside more for next year's budget — as higher costs push up service expenses.

Scott County 911 Emergency Services Board is seeking sponsors for the KidPrint child identification system (which gives parents crucial info to locate their kids in emergencies) to be offered at community events and schools.

Interested local businesses and organizations should contact the board for sponsorship details.

Mercy has opened new ear-nose-throat clinics in Cape Girardeau and Perryville to expand access to specialty care for adults and children.

The Cape Girardeau clinic is at 1723 Broadway, Suite 205, while the Perryville clinic is at 212 Hospital Lane.

Registration for the 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s opens Saturday, Oct.

3 at Capaha Park — registration begins at 8 a.m. with an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. and is followed by a mile-long route and half-mile option offered rain or shine.

The Dr. Sarah Aydt Memorial Paddle Battle at Pickleball Factory in Cape Girardeau will benefit stray animals and children on Saturday, Oct.

24. Participants pay $40, and the first 100 to sign up receive a tournament t-shirt & local charities benefit from proceeds.