Thursday, October 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heartland businesses honor veterans with free services on Veterans Day, including free drinks at Casey‘s and a grill giveaway by Smokin' Brothers. KFVS12
- ➤ The Cash-Book Journal's Senior Living Expo, featuring over 30 vendors, demonstrations, and giveaways, aimed at enriching seniors' lives, will be held on Nov. 6 at the Jackson Civic Center. The Cash-Book Journal
- ➤ A judge in Missouri ruled that registered sex offenders are not obligated to post signs on Halloween, sparking concerns among parents about children's safety during trick-or-treating. Fox 23
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ KVFV's anchor Carly O’Keefe and photojournalist Don Frazier won two regional EMMY awards for their stories in Religious and Historical News categories. KFVS12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Missouri awards 'Grow Your Own' grants to 125 school districts to support local teacher recruitment and retention, addressing the teacher shortage. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri Senate candidate Lucas Kunce pledges not to take money from federal lobbyists or big pharma, aiming to change power dynamics in the U.S., ahead of a debate with incumbent Senator Josh Hawley. KFVS12
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grant Burleson, senior wide receiver at Kelly High School, becomes the SEMO Conference's leading receiver with 728 yards and sets school records during a challenging season. Sikeston Standard-Democrat
- ➤ Southeast Missouri quarterback Paxton DeLaurent becomes the first SEMO player to be a finalist for the FedEx Doris Robinson Scholar-Athlete Award, recognizing excellence in sports, academics, and community engagement. Fox 23
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Cape Con 2024: A Celebration of Nerd Culture
Experience a gathering of fans featuring a diverse array of vendors, celebrity guests, and engaging events at the Cape Comic Con.
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Cape Con in Cape Girardeau
Experience the excitement of Cape Town Comic Con live at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
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Alzheimer’s and Related Diseases Support Group Meeting
Participate in a weekly support group focused on Alzheimer's and related diseases at a local community venue.
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Coats For Kids Clothing Drive at Schnucks
Experience a community-driven effort to collect warm clothing for children in need this winter at Schnucks in Cape Girardeau.
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Jesse Stuart Live Concert
Experience an evening of live music with Jesse Stuart at Good Time Daiquiris in Cape Girardeau.
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Certified Scrum Master® Certification Training
Learn the fundamentals of the Scrum framework and become a Certified Scrum Master® in this comprehensive two-day training program tailored for various professionals seeking to enhance their Agile practices.
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Notre Dame High School Crafts, Gifts, and Collectibles Show
Experience a vibrant arts and crafts fair featuring over 200 vendors, delicious refreshments, and family activities including a visit from Santa.
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Christmas Arts & Crafts Extravaganza in Cape Girardeau, MO
Experience one of the largest craft fairs in the region with over 300 booths featuring unique handmade items perfect for the holiday season.
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Young Mister Live in Concert
Experience the captivating sounds of Young Mister at Scout Hall in Cape Girardeau.
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Notre Dame High School Crafts, Gifts and Collectibles Show
Experience a vibrant community event featuring over 200 vendors, delicious refreshments, and family-friendly activities, including a visit from Santa and free face painting.
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