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Trade Disputes and the Uncertainty They Bring
As trade tensions between the United States and China intensify, businesses across the Midwest are bracing for economic repercussions that could ripple through key sectors of the region’s economy. A trade war-defined as a tit-for-tat escalation of tariffs and trade restrictions between nations-has once again taken center stage following new tariffs imposed by both countries.…
Updated Census Estimates show a positive trend in parts of Southeast Missouri
One of the data points related to a region’s stability or growth that is easy to track is census data. In the United States, we physically count the population every 10 years during the decennial census. But each March, the US Census Bureau releases county-level estimates as of July 1 of the previous year, they…
New Restaurants Springing Up in Cape
Friday was officially the first day of Spring, as we crossed the vernal equinox and head straight into the renewal of the season. If you have been watching the news in Cape Girardeau lately, it almost feels like someone was planting seeds of entrepreneurship for food establishments as several have been popping up lately. As…
Beware the Ides of March
The first few months of 2025 have been a bit of a whirlwind with lots of activity, changes, and uncertainty in the air. I spent a fair amount of time last Saturday thinking about the date and if there was any business meaning to be forewarned of the Ides of March. The phrase “Beware the…
4th Annual Shield of Armor Wellness Seminar
Cape Girardeau, MO – The Cape Girardeau Police Department and the Beyond the Badge family support group are hosting the 4th annual Shield of Armor Wellness Seminar on April 28-29, 2025. This two-day event invites first responders and their families to take charge of their mental health and well-being. Held at the Drury Plaza Hotel…
Public Invitation to Attend Veterans Send-Off Event
VFW Post 3838, in partnership with The Wake Foundation, will host a Veterans Honor Flight Send-off Event on March 27, 2025, at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport, to honor a group of 50 local veterans and their guardians embarking on a trip to Washington, DC, where they will visit national memorials and monuments dedicated to…
SEMO Giving Day – Grab ‘n Go Breakfast
Kick off SEMO’s Giving Day with a delicious Grab ‘n Go Breakfast at Wehking Alumni Center! Stop by and discover how you can support SEMO’s Giving Day projects to make a meaningful impact in a SEMO student’s life. Let’s start SEMO Giving Day off strong-together! #SEMOgivingday Register here: semo.edu/givingdaybreakfast Date: March 20 Time: 7 –…
Power of Women Luncheon & Expo
Power of Women Luncheon & Expo Wednesday, March 19th | Expo: 10 AM | Luncheon: 11:45 AM Show Me Center KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Natissia Small, CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Tickets are $35 each or $200 for a table (6 tickets + 2 student hosts) Learn more at: semo.edu/PowerofWomen
Roost Customer Appreciation Celebration
Mark your calendars to attend Roost 2nd Annual Customer Appreciation Celebration! Don’t miss this event on Friday, March 28 from 12-7pm. Complimentary food and beverages as well as numerous giveaways valued up to $800! All are welcome! Stop by, stay a while, and have a few cocktails at The Design Bar as well. Any questions…
Mix & Mingle – Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation
Cape Tiger Alumni and Supporter 4/3/2025 Roost 39 N. Broadview St. Appetizers provided by EBO MD. BOGO Cocktails including a Tiger’s Eye Drink Special