Tuesday, November 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Cape Girardeau. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau's Shawnee Parks and Recreation Center hosts year-round free events for families and children to relax, enjoy outdoor activities, and foster community connections. Fox 23
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A FedEx truck fire on November 18 slowed traffic on northbound Interstate 55 between Jackson and Fruitland, Mo. KFVS12
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cape Girardeau officers responded to a shooting on Jefferson Avenue, finding a vehicle struck by a bullet with no injuries reported. KFVS12
- ➤ A missing 3-month-old infant from Cape Girardeau was safely located with its mother in Kentucky, leading to the mother's arrest for parental kidnapping. KFVS12
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Old Town Cape is promoting local shopping this holiday by offering two $500 shopping sprees on Small Business Saturday with a BINGO card contest at 24 participating downtown businesses. KFVS12
- ➤ Thanksgiving meals are expected to be more expensive this year, with U.S. consumers planning to spend 19% more, leading some to adopt cost-saving strategies such as potluck dinners or dining out. KFVS12
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cape Central Academy in Cape Girardeau will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on December 3 to celebrate its new location. KFVS12
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Missouri will enforce a Hands-Free Phone Law from January 1, 2025, fining drivers using mobile devices without hands-free tech to enhance road safety. Fox 23
- ➤ The Cape Girardeau City Council approved a $575,000 investment for new police body cameras, laptops, and three K-9 units to enhance local law enforcement capabilities. KFVS12
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ SEMO kicker DC Pippin was awarded National Special Teams Player of the Week for scoring 18 points in a game. Fox 23
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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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54th Annual Arts & Crafts Extravaganza
Experience the largest holiday shopping event in Cape Girardeau with over 300 vendors showcasing handcrafted items.
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River Valley Craft Christmas Expo
The 49th annual River Valley Craft Christmas Expo held at the Arena Building in Cape Girardeau is one of the largest craft fairs in the region will have over a two hundred vendors and crafters from all over the Midwest. On display will be over 200 different booths selling unique handmade and other items-perfect for the gift-giving spirit of the season, also Picture with Santa, giveaways, Reindeer Games, and Humane Society will have pets available for adoption, Saturday, November 23 - 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, November 24 - 10 AM to 4 PM!
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River Valley Craft Christmas Expo
The 49th annual River Valley Craft Christmas Expo held at the Arena Building in Cape Girardeau is one of the largest craft fairs in the region will have over a two hundred vendors and crafters from all over the Midwest. On display will be over 200 different booths selling unique handmade and other items-perfect for the gift-giving spirit of the season, also Picture with Santa, giveaways, Reindeer Games, and Humane Society will have pets available for adoption, Saturday, November 23 - 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, November 24 - 10 AM to 4 PM!
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Paw Patrol Live: A Family-Friendly Adventure
Experience the excitement of PAW Patrol Live! in Cape Girardeau, featuring beloved characters in an engaging performance for the whole family.
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Paw Patrol Live Adventure
Experience the exciting world of Paw Patrol as beloved canine characters embark on thrilling rescue missions, perfect for young fans of the show.
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Jason Heeter Live at Ebb & Flow Fermentations
Experience an evening of live music with Jason Heeter at Ebb & Flow Fermentations.
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Cage Of Honor 92
Experience an exciting evening of boxing at Cage Of Honor 92, taking place at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
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Polar Express Night at Discovery Playhouse
Experience a magical evening on the Polar Express with holiday-themed activities, snacks, and special guests at Discovery Playhouse.
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Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Men's Basketball
The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks basketball team is set to compete against the Eastern Illinois Panthers at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.
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