Cape Girardeau News & Updates

This article mentions Christmas Day in Southeast Missouri and features a local artist from Cape Girardeau. It touches on a vivid bluegill and the Painted Wren Art Gallery.

Area cheer squads competed in the Holiday Spirit Showdown as part of the Christmas Tournament. The event took place at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

A mother gave birth under a Christmas tree in a hospital lobby, calling it the greatest gift. The Vatican is also preparing for its first Christmas with new nativity scenes.

A single mom in Kansas City received a surprise gift from Taylor Swift on Christmas Day. This heartwarming story highlights the generosity of the holiday season.

Police arrested a naked man in Missouri on Christmas Eve for causing a disturbance. The 29-year-old man is being held in Cape Girardeau.

Four student-athletes will receive academic scholarships during the Bloomfield Christmas Tournament. The event is taking place in Cape Girardeau.

Dwyer and Beussink led Leopold to a 74-45 victory over Oran in the seMissourian Tournament. The game was held at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.

Three Christmas babies were born at SSM Health Good Samaritan in Mt. Vernon. The article mentions Bollinger and Cape Girardeau, Missouri as included areas.

Cape Girardeau Public Works is providing a solution for residents needing to dispose of their live Christmas trees. This service helps with post-holiday cleanup.

The 81st Southeast Missouri Christmas Tournament has officially opened, with top seeds advancing on the second day. The tournament is taking place at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Club news from December 27th mentions a Christmas display in Jackson City Park. A Christmas Cape County Council meeting was also held on December 14th.

Charleston secured a victory over Kelly with a score of 75-55 in the SeMissourian Christmas Tournament opener. The game took place on Friday, December 26th, at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, MO.

A look back at past events includes a mention of the annual Christmas dance held at the Cape Girardeau Country Club. This event was part of historical holiday celebrations in the area.

Residents in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, experienced a foggy start to their Christmas Day celebrations. The holiday began with low-lying clouds affecting visibility for many.

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, experienced mild weather for Christmas Day, with a slight breeze that diminished as the day progressed. This provided a warmer holiday for residents.

A local organization in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, known as Student Santas, worked to combat loneliness on Christmas Day. They provided a free meal and other services to ensure no one felt alone during the holiday.

An opportunity is coming to start off 2026 with a St. Jude Benefit event in Cape Girardeau. This event offers a way to support a good cause as the new year begins.

Christmas Eve is almost here, and a local bakery is in full swing, racing to finish all their holiday orders. This ensures customers can enjoy festive treats during the holiday rush.

Restoration Community Church of Scott City and the Cape Girardeau Police Department hosted a community Christmas event. The event aimed to foster community connection and spread Christmas joy.

A holiday celebration brought hope to the Missouri Women's Prison Nursery Program, featuring a 12-foot Christmas tree and wrapped gifts. The event provided a festive atmosphere for the program participants.

Lacy Roark's photo captured the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse adorned with festive decorations days before Christmas. This image highlights the holiday spirit in the area.

Cape Girardeau, Missouri was considered among several towns in a search for great nearby holiday destinations. Springfield, Illinois was ultimately named the winner in this comparison.

A photo of the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse, taken days before Christmas, was featured. This image was part of a local news segment.

Near-record warmth is anticipated for Christmas in the region, affecting cities including Cape Girardeau. This weather forecast suggests a potentially mild holiday.

A photo of the Cape Girardeau County Courthouse, taken days before Christmas, was featured in a local report. The image captured the festive atmosphere of the season.

The Christmas Badge of Hope Toy Giveaway will provide toys to families in Cape Girardeau for free this weekend. This event is organized by the Cape Girardeau PD.

A special Christmas story e-edition will be available for readers in Cape Girardeau, MO, on December 20-21, 2025. This celebratory edition offers good news for the holiday season.

The City of Cape Girardeau has announced its holiday service and facility schedules for Christmas 2025 and New Year's. Thursday routes will run on Wednesday, December 24th, during Christmas week.

The Cape Girardeau Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying individuals related to a case. The content mentions a Christmas light display being an HOA nuisance.

Two individuals have been arrested and charged in a Cape Girardeau narcotics case. The article content also mentions a Christmas light display being an HOA nuisance.

A strong front will move through the area, bringing active weather. Looking towards Christmas week, temperatures are trending well above average.

Southeast Missouri Pets is seeking volunteers to help care for shelter animals on Christmas morning. This is a call for community members to assist during the holiday.

An arts and culture podcast previews the third annual Christmas Brass & Organ Concert in downtown Cape Girardeau. The event features the Big Muddy Brass Quintet and is part of the holiday festivities in Southeast Missouri.

The Southeast Missourian Christmas Tournament seeding has been completed, with Jackson and Woodland leading the field. The tournament is scheduled to take place in Cape Girardeau.

Impact 1 More has partnered with first responders to spread holiday cheer in Cape Girardeau. Parents needing assistance for Christmas can attend a free event this Saturday.

Discover a variety of winter and Christmas events happening throughout Cape Girardeau County this December. One featured event is the Southern Country Church Tour, running from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Patrolman Newton and K-9 Chief visited St. Francis Medical Center to spread Christmas cheer. The officers spent the morning bringing smiles to patients and staff.

The Cape Jaycees are seeking donations for their Christmas for the Elderly program. Contributions can be made in person in Cape Girardeau or mailed to their P.O. Box.

Heartland Christmas tree farm is experiencing a busy holiday season as Christmas approaches. This article also mentions a crash that shut down a portion of northbound Interstate 55 at Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' with this guide on where to watch it. The article includes contact information for Cape Girardeau, MO.

A man reportedly grabbed and shoved Santa Claus during the Humphreys County Christmas parade. This incident was detailed in an affidavit and is mentioned alongside contact information for Cape Girardeau, MO.

TWRA is raising concerns after a bear showed no fear of people during the Gatlinburg Christmas parade. This event is mentioned in an article that also includes contact information for Cape Girardeau, MO.

The Christmas Country Church Tour is celebrating its 20th anniversary, featuring several churches in the Cape Girardeau County area. Participating locations include Whitewater Presbyterian Church and Trinity Lutheran Church (Egypt Mills).

Old Town Cape, Inc. has revealed the winners for the 2025 Parade of Lights. The parade featured entries from local schools, celebrating the spirit of Christmas.

The Jackson Christmas Parade is scheduled for 2025. The article also mentions a photo gallery of the Old Town Cape Christmas tree lighting and Hutson's Christmas window display.

The Cape Girardeau Nature Center hosted a Christmas workshop for children. Participants created ornaments that were used to decorate the center's Christmas trees.

Nature and children's creativity combined at an event held at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center. The ornaments created helped decorate the Christmas trees at the center.

Downtown Cape Girardeau was officially in the Christmas spirit on Friday, with dozens of businesses along Main Street participating. The Holiday Open House saw hundreds flock to the area to celebrate the festive season.

Barbara Gholson, Cape County tax collector, provided the morning program. Linda Thompson and Donna Woolsey are organizing the upcoming December 11 Christmas party.

A photo gallery captures the annual SALT Christmas party, featuring attendees from various law enforcement agencies. Officers from Cape Girardeau Police, Cape Girardeau County Sheriff's Office, Jackson Police, and Missouri State Highway Patrol were present.