Good morning, Cape Girardeau.

SEMO Prom Mothers gives free formal and semi-formal dresses to Cape Girardeau teens for prom and school events — the volunteer-run program operates on appointment at Westminster Presbyterian Church at 1820 Perryville Road and accepts dress donations to boost self-esteem.

Community Counseling Center Foundation seeks donors through its Wrapped in Hope Christmas Adoptions program to help children in Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Madison, Perry + Ste.

Genevieve counties, with donors receiving sizing and interest details to pick unwrapped gifts for families.

LifeHouse of Southern Missouri is serving more mothers and babies, increasing its need for basic baby supplies.

Donations of items like baby oil, soap, lotion+ diapers, wipes and diaper bags can be dropped off at the Cape Girardeau site.

The Missouri Department of Transportation warns local drivers to watch for deer as fall weather increases animal movement (with most crashes occurring between 6 and 7 a.m. and 6 and 9 p.m.), urging motorists to reduce speed and avoid swerving.

National 4-H Week runs from Oct.

4-10 and offers local youth clubs, workshops and fairs in southeast Missouri and southern Illinois. The program covers projects from agriculture to STEM and helps children build practical life skills.

The Red Cross urges Cape Girardeau residents to check smoke alarms, plan escapes and follow safety tips during Fire Prevention Week (Oct.

4-10) — a reminder to use caution while cooking and heating as colder weather approaches.