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Cape Girardeau
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Menards stores in the Heartland are gathering non-perishable food items for food pantries — donation boxes at Cape Girardeau and other locations will accept contributions until October 31. KFVS12
- ➤ The Safe House of Southeast Missouri is using October to raise awareness about domestic violence by educating the public and honoring survivors—Kim Dixon said it affects everyone regardless of income. KFVS12
- ➤ Costume Cauldron is accepting gently used Halloween costumes to help local children celebrate the holiday. United Junior Red Organization and JR2 Ignite CAPS have partnered on the giveaway and are asking residents to donate costumes to support kids in the community. Fox 23
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau is sharing cybersecurity tips this month—urging residents to use strong passwords and update devices to help prevent online scams. Fox 23
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in the region are suffering from retaliatory tariffs amid a U.S.-China trade tension and stalled government aid during the shutdown. Lawmakers, including Congressman Krishnamoorthi, are calling for more oversight to boost trade—warning that current policies are deepening the financial strain on local soybean producers. Fox 23
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ KY 295 reopened at Livingston Creek Bridge on the Crittenden-Lyon County line after its $1.236 million replacement project finished three weeks early — a project led by Jim Smith Contracting — and now serves 693 vehicles daily. Fox 23
- ➤ A contractor for KYTC will close KY 1203 at mile point 3.09 in Carlisle County starting today to begin a bridge replacement at Gray Creek—located between KY 1022 and KY 1741—with work expected to finish by the end of December if weather permits. Southbound Interstate 55 in Cape Girardeau County will see one lane with a 12-foot width for pavement repairs from October 27 to October 31 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Fox 23
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arrowleaf, a local health services organization serving rural southern Illinois, was awarded a $1.2 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration to expand care through its Southern Illinois Rural Health Special Track Opportunity initiative. The grant will create jobs over the next four years and support services such as preventative screenings and nutrition-focused care + the organization is hiring for key roles to manage the new program. Fox 23
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Charleston Southern Buccaneers at Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Football Game
1-2:30 p.m. — Houck Stadium — Catch the exciting football match as the SEMO Redhawks take on the Charleston Southern Buccaneers.
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Missouri State Bears vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Women's Basketball
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Show Me Center — Cost not specified — Experience an exciting women's basketball matchup between the Missouri State Lady Bears and the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks.
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The Zonta Club of Cape is proud to host the annual Women of Achievement Luncheon, a prestigious event dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of women in our community. This luncheon brings together influential leaders, community advocates, and supporters to honor the achievements and contributions of remarkable women who have made a significant impact in various fields.
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