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Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Amid the government shutdown, Pastor Bob Lenz at Restoration Community Church in Scott City is opening the church as an overnight warming center available from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on cold nights when temperatures drop below 25 with no precipitation or below 32 with precipitation — he is asking local groups to help with donations and volunteer rides.  Fox 23
  • Menards home improvement stores in our region are hosting a toy drive drop-off for new, unwrapped toys until Dec. 15 to help children in need. The store also invites families to enjoy the Enchanted Forest holiday display—an old tradition with decorated trees, colorful lights, and festive sights.  Fox 23
  • Harps Food Stores in Jackson is helping families affected by SNAP delays by offering blessing bags of nonperishable food items (canned green beans, corn, soups, tuna, and more). General manager Kevin Groves said customers can add a ($10 or $20 bag) to their purchase, with each bag donated to a local food bank.  KFVS12
  • A Christmas toy drive is underway at Menards stores across the Heartland — including Cape Girardeau, Farmington, Marion, Mount Vernon, Paducah and Poplar Bluff — where new unwrapped toys are collected through December 15. The donated toys will be given to a local organization for distribution.  KFVS12

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Tue, 11/11/25

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  • The Doubted Live with Unknown And Sailing & Eternal Embers

    9 PM - 1 AM — Rude Dog Pub — Check for admission details — Experience a night of music from local talents on the banks of the Mississippi.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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  • Crowder Concert with Zach Williams

    1-8:30 p.m. — Show Me Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of uplifting music with Crowder and Zach Williams in concert.

    Sun, 11/16/25

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  • Wome

    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.

    Fri, 11/21/25

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  • Wome

    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.

    Fri, 11/21/25

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  • River Valley Craft Club – 50th Annual Craft Fair

    River Valley Craft Club – 50th Annual Craft Fair – Multiple Crafters and Vendors with lots of handmade crafts and unique items, Santa will be joining us both days so bring your children to get a picture with Santa. Saturday and Sunday, November 22-23 at the A C Brase Arena Building, 410 Kiwanis Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO, event times are Saturday 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm.

    Sat, 11/22/25

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JOB BOARD

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  • HR Manager

    Sub-Contract Installer 1099 Sub-Contract Experience with Installing Cabinets Own vehicle and tools Able to read tape measure and drawings Cummunication Skills

REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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