It’s no secret we’re fans of Southeast Missouri State University’s homecoming. If you’re in doubt, check out this list of our top five reasons to attend. Sadly, the game doesn’t last all weekend, but that doesn’t mean you should cut your stay in Cape Girardeau short. A lot has changed in the last few years, ... Read More
Cape Girardeau goes all in for Halloween, and we have the events to prove it. Every year, October is filled with activities for fans of a good fright. Don’t let the month slip by without checking out each one. Haunted Hall of Horror Bring the whole family out to the Haunted Hall of Horror: ... Read More
In Cape Girardeau, there’s no shortage of strange encounters. While unsettling and eerie, it’s hard to ignore the curiosity that bubbles up at the mention of local ghosts. Here’s your warning: don’t read this article alone at night. The hauntings of Cape River Heritage Museum Built 111 years ago, the Cape River Heritage Museum ... Read More
For centuries, the Mississippi River has been the lifeblood of this area – the center of commerce, culture and more. To dig into the river’s influence on Cape Girardeau, we spoke with Denise Lincoln, a local historian and Cape resident for nearly 40 years. She offered some fascinating insight on the subject. The Mississippi’s impact ... Read More
Friday, Sept. 27 kicks off an event-packed weekend, particularly if you like wailing guitar music or historical buildings – or both. The Shipyard Music Festival and Bollinger Mill Fall Fest are the perfect family-friendly activities to start a spectacular autumn season. Shipyard Music Festival When: Friday, Sept. 27 at 6 pm and Saturday, ... Read More
Maybe it’s the anticipation in the air, the booming band music or the feeling of community camaraderie, but there’s something special about a football game. If you’ve never spent an autumn Friday night cheering with other fans each time the home team crosses the goal line or sacks the other team’s quarterback, you’re missing out. ... Read More
This year, neon lights from the Ferris wheel mark the 164th anniversary of the SEMO District Fair. After a rather rocky history, it’s grown to become one of the biggest annual events in the region. If you’ve never been to the SEMO District Fair, you’re missing out. It’s no exaggeration to say there’s something for ... Read More
The SEMO District Fair’s history stretches back before Ferris wheels, before cotton candy, even before the Civil War. For more than 150 years, people have flocked to Cape Girardeau to admire massive veggies and top-notch livestock, mingle with neighbors and enjoy stellar entertainment at the largest fair in the region. The first Cape Girardeau fair happened ... Read More
A stroll along Cape’s downtown streets reveals the community’s love for fine arts. For years, all types of sculptures have dotted the cityscape, changing each spring. Check out what’s new this year from the Cape Girardeau Arts Council! “Mobile Home” by Illinois-based sculptor Andrew Arvanetes is located at the corner of Broadway and ... Read More
Imagine the ultimate road trip: A breeze rushing through the rolled-down windows of a shiny classic sports car (or a modern model, if you prefer). More than 5,000 miles through mountains, deserts and wide-open spaces bring new sights around every turn. For drivers in the Southwest Corvette Caravan, the ultimate 5,000 mile road trip ... Read More
