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Former Representative Kathy Swan Named to Food Bank Board of Directors

By growthzone | August 11, 2021

Kathy Swan, former state representative and president of JCS Wireless, has been named to the board of directors of Southeast Missouri Food Bank. “We are honored to welcome Kathy to the board,” said Joey Keys, chief executive officer of Southeast Missouri Food Bank. “Her history of service to the people of southeast Missouri and her…

Third McDonald’s Location in Cape Girardeau Kicks off “A Month of McDonald’s” Deals During July 13th Ribbon Cutting Event

By growthzone | August 11, 2021

The newly-built restaurant on Kingshighway joins the Broadway and William locations as the third McDonald’s restaurant in Cape Girardeau, all locally-owned by Shannon Davis. CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO – Local McDonald’s Owner/Operator Shannon Davis announced A Month of McDonald’s deals during a ribbon cutting event for his latest restaurant in Cape Girardeau at 1701 N Kingshighway.…

Are There Intrapreneurs In Your Business?

By growthzone | August 9, 2021

What are Intrapreneurs and are they good for your organization? In the last several years, the term “Intrapreneurs” has become more widely known. Intrapreneurs are employees within an organization who are not likely to start their own enterprise, but who apply the essential principles of entrepreneurship to their positions in the business. About five years…

MODOT Update at First Friday Coffee

By growthzone | August 9, 2021

Cape Girardeau is positioned for economic success in many ways. One of the most prominent features helping our community stand out to new businesses is the abundance of transportation options. First Friday Coffee attendees were joined by District Engineer, Mark Croarkin, and Area Engineer, Brian Okenfuss of MODOT for an update on five local transportation…

The Impact of Educational Institutions on Cape Girardeau Area

By growthzone | August 2, 2021

It’s that time of year and a perfect opportunity to recognize the importance of this local delivery system. It’s back to school month and of course I’m talking about education. We are so fortunate to have a dynamic and effective education system in place for pre-K through higher education. Since 1873, students and faculty alike…

Update on Generational Construction Projects in Cape/Jackson Metro

By growthzone | July 26, 2021

Granted, it is hot outside. But there are some pretty cool things going on in the area. Summer is a time when many people are enjoying vacation and doing things to take a break from school and other activities. But some major construction projects are still underway in the Cape/Jackson metro. The diverging diamond interchange…

“Show Me Careers” Taking Place This Week

By growthzone | July 19, 2021

Today is the first day of a very important week-long experience for several local educators. Show Me Careers is a program developed by the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Cape Chamber is partnering with them on delivery in this area. The program is a workforce development effort as the shortage of available…

October 2021, Project HOPE Volunteers needed

By growthzone | July 14, 2021

Project Hope volunteers are the vital link between concerned community members and the homeless, as well as citizens with barriers, in our community. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment that will help the homeless and citizens with barriers connect with services that will bring them one step closer to becoming stable, as well…

Flying Drones — Updated regulations for 2021 — what we all need to know.

By growthzone | July 14, 2021

My name is Michael Anders with Anders Aerial Media, LLC — I’m a professional drone service provider based in Cape Girardeau. I specialize in aerial photography, agricultural orthomosaic mapping, infrared solar inspection and commercial roof inspections. See my website: https://573drone.com/ for more information and example projects. Enough about me! I want to address a few…

New Stylist

By growthzone | July 14, 2021

Come to the room. Hair Design Studio and enjoy a pampering experience with our new stylist Christi! From Naples, Fl. Christi knew she wanted to be a Cosmetologist since she was in middle school. She graduated high school at 15, enrolled in Cosmetology School immediately, obtained her license in 1996, and never looked back. She…