Posts by growthzone
Economic Impact from Eclipse Tourism
Economic Impact from Eclipse Tourism It’s finally here! Eclipse day 2024 and with-it thousands of umbraphiles, or eclipse chasers will descend on the Southeast Missouri region. While I am sure some of the locals will be grumbling about traffic and crowded restaurants, the economic benefit to our area businesses and the communities overall will be…
Read MoreBusiness Messaging and April Fool’s Day
Business Messaging and April Fool’s Day April Fool’s Day is the one day per year that businesses and brands can have a little fun and engage their customers in a fun and joking way. With a well thought out joke and gag businesses can get instant recognition and positive engagement, but it’s important to think…
Read MoreChild Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month – April 2024
Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month – April 2024 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. All throughout the month of April, Southeast Missouri Network Against Sexual Violence will be hosting events to bring awareness to these issues in our communities and educate the community. Check out our…
Read MoreJoin us for the Century Casino Total Solar Eclipse + The Riverview Hotel Opening Events!
Join us for the Century Casino Total Solar Eclipse + The Riverview Hotel Opening Events! Join us for the Century Casino Total Solar Eclipse + The Riverview Hotel Opening Events! Full listing located at www.EclipseTheOrdinary.com. The weekend kicks off with hand-rolled cigars Wednesday night and ends with an eclipse watch party during the momentous occasion.…
Read More2024 Servpro Fore The Scouts Golf Classic
2024 Servpro Fore The Scouts Golf Classic This is the annual golf classic to support Scouting in Southeast Missouri. Funds raised at this event help support our efforts in area public schools, including our partnerships with Cape Public Schools, to provide unique programming and leadership opportunities to the youth of Southeast Missouri.
Read MoreMRV Banks Supports First Responders: Donates Tickets to Cedric The Entertainer Show
MRV Banks Supports First Responders: Donates Tickets to Cedric The Entertainer Show MRV Banks, a leading financial institution dedicated to community welfare, has announced its support for local first responders by purchasing 20 tickets to the upcoming Cedric The Entertainer show at the Show Me Center on March 23. As a gesture of appreciation for…
Read MoreMercy Health Foundation Southeast Names Senior Development Officer
Mercy Health Foundation Southeast Names Senior Development Officer Mercy Health Foundation Southeast welcomes a new senior development officer, Shelby Bentley. Bentley joins the foundation with an impressive background in non-profit work, most recently with the American Red Cross. “Shelby Bentley comes to Mercy Health Foundation Southeast with proven success in cultivating donors and building relationships,”…
Read MoreNominate a B Magazine Difference Maker
Nominate a B Magazine Difference Maker Each year, individuals across Southeast Missouri go above and beyond to make their communities a better place. Sometimes, this is through large-scale, public initiatives. Other times, it is through volunteerism, public service or business ownership. If you know someone who has gone above and beyond in any sector this…
Read MoreJoin Us For Our Cape Girardeau County Extension Office Open House
Join Us For Our Cape Girardeau County Extension Office Open House A night filled with door prizes, refreshments, and fun. A great time to meet both our ”new and experienced” staff. Free tree seedlings, vegetable and flower seeds, pressuring canner testing and more, while supplies last.
Read More2023 Population Estimates show nominal growth
2023 Population Estimates show nominal growth On March 14, the U.S. census office released updated county population estimates as of July 1, 2023. For Missouri, as well as our region, population estimates were relatively flat for this year. The Census Bureau’s Population Estimates Program (PEP) produces estimates of the population for the United States, its…
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