According to the National Chicken Council, the concept of frying chicken wings in hot sauce was born in 1964 at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY, when leftover wings were cooked in hot sauce as a late-night snack, hence the term “Buffalo Wings.” Fast forward to 2023, not all wings are created equal, and not all ... Read More
Launched as a PGA industry initiative in 2005, Women’s Golf Month is organized by the LPGA, PGA of America, National Golf Course Owners Association, and the LPGA Amateur Golf Association. The month-long initiative is intended to promote a fun, friendly atmosphere for women to learn and play golf. The goal of Women’s Golf Month is ... Read More
In this edition of the 3-stop hop, we are taking you to the newly renovated Capaha Park, dinner at BurritoVille, followed by a Cape Catfish game. Capaha Park recently got some much-needed upgrades and it’s worth revisiting! Located near Southeast Missouri State University at Broadway and West End Boulevard, the park covers over 39 acres ... Read More
Do you want to volunteer in our community but aren’t sure where to start? There are many nonprofit organizations relying on volunteers to further their mission. Even short-term help for an event or specific need provides much-needed help. Plus, it’s rewarding to give back! Whatever you’re passionate about, there are opportunities to get involved – as an ... Read More
Load up your fishing poles and bait for a great weekend activity! In case you need some guidance, sign up for Fishing Lessons through the Conservation Nature Center. The class takes place on May 26 and a fishing license isn’t necessary. Participants will learn about fishing equipment, casting, rigging a fishing rod, baiting a hook, and ... Read More
May is National Salad Month! Salads are colorful, healthy, and refreshing options packed with nutrients, and they definitely come in all shapes and sizes! Where’s your favorite salad from? Are you a traditionalist with basic greens, tomato, cucumber, and croutons? Or, do you enjoy something different each time? We prefer to pick up salads from ... Read More
May is Family Wellness Month, but what does that mean? Family Wellness Month was created to educate and support families on their quest to make lifestyle changes that promote the emotional, mental and physical health of the entire family. We have compiled a list of the top five ways to help making healthy choices for ... Read More
For the spring 2023 edition of the 3-stop hop, we explore the north side of town, starting at the Cape Girardeau Nature Center for a beautiful nature hike, Sedona for lunch, and Blackbird for some shopping therapy. Or, do them in reverse! The Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Center trail is an unpaved 1.2-mile loop that takes ... Read More
Self-Care Day is this month! It’s a day set aside to celebrate taking care of ourselves and reflecting on if we are scheduling time to relax and refresh in our busy worlds. But what exactly does “self-care” mean? Officially defined as protecting or preserving one’s own health, it may mean eating a healthy meal, engaging ... Read More
As spring is in full swing, it’s time to get outside and enjoy this weather! Did you know Cape is home to over 660 acres of green space? That’s 25 parks! There are playgrounds, paved and natural trails, each one presenting a different special characteristic. To highlight a few, we start at a park in ... Read More
