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2024 Difference Makers: Becky Harding and Lori Fowler making an impact through faith, service and real estate (7/27/24)By Amanda Flinn ~ B MagazineDiscover how Becky Harding and Lori Fowler are transforming lives through faith, service, and real estate. From launching inclusive initiatives to supporting foster care, their journey is a testament to impactful leadership.
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2024 Difference Maker: Robbie Guard's commitment to community and service (7/24/24)By Keenan Baker ~ B MagazineThe race for president of the sixth grade lit a fire in young Robbie Guard. Guard’s friendship with a younger student with special needs reminded him to reach out to the potentially less fortunate. That friendship, coupled with an impassioned speech highlighting Guard’s desire to connect, resulted in a presidential win. For Guard, years later, the win is an afterthought...
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2024 Difference Maker: Juggling Dreams: The inspiring journey of Brittney Swicionis from Chicago to Cape Girardeau (7/23/24)By Amanda Flinn ~ B MagazineBrittney Swicionis grew up on the south side of Chicago, the oldest daughter and granddaughter on both sides of her family. As a child, she always had something going on. She participated in multiple sports, dancing throughout the year and playing softball in the summer. ...
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Youth entrepreneurs take stage at Cape Riverfront Market (7/22/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianSeveral young business owners met with the public and sold their wares at Cape Riverfront Market’s Youth Entrepreneurship Festival on Saturday, July 20. They had extra incentive to do their best. Jackson-based stuffed-animal care package service SendAFriend provided three young vendors with $500 grants to help them improve their business endeavors. ...
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Annie Laurie’s owners open eclectic new eatery in downtown Cape (7/22/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianSoiree by Annie Laurie’s is in the midst of its soft opening, but the idea for this new lounge at 111 William St. in Cape Girardeau spans years into the past. Laurie and Rob Ray, the same couple behind Annie Laurie’s emporium and The Indie House retail space on Broadway in downtown Cape Girardeau, own the eatery. ...
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Two physician assistants join Mercy Southeast facilities (7/22/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianOn Thursday, July 18, Mercy Southeast announced the hiring of two physician assistants to work at two separate care facilities. Dava Hoffman will see patients at Mercy Primary Care, 817 Mount Auburn Road in Cape Girardeau. Aaron Koehler will join the team at Mercy Convenient Care-Jackson, 2432 E. Main St. Both physician assistants are Southeast Missouri State University alumni. ...
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Counseling office set for grand opening (7/22/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianThe grand opening of Counseling to Change licensed professional counseling office will be marked with a ribbon-cutting at noon Thursday, July 25, at 19 S. Pacific St. in Cape Girardeau. Light appetizers, punch and cake will be available.
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Gas prices rise in Missouri, fall in much of America (7/22/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianWhile gas prices are on the decline in many parts of the country, the same cannot be said of Southeast Missouri. ...
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Local chambers to host candidate meet and greet (7/22/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianThe Cape Girardeau, Jackson and Scott City area chambers of commerce have teamed up to host a political candidate mixer ahead of the Missouri primary elections Tuesday, Aug. 6. The event will allow for members of the public to meet with the candidates and learn more about their campaigns. ...
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2024 Difference Maker: Difference Maker: How Ed Crowley turned a love for innovation into a life of entrepreneurial success (7/20/24)By Danny Walter ~ B MagazineEd Crowley grew up on his family’s farm just south of Springfield, Missouri, but after he graduated from high school, he told his dad he was off to see the world. “I'm blowing this popsicle stand,” Crowley told his dad. “I told him, ‘I'm not gonna live in a small town again! I'm never gonna milk cows again! I'm gonna go see the world and make a lot of money and that's going to be my life.’”...
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Business Briefs (7/19/24)BmagazineA large class-action suit was filed Wednesday, June 5 against Tyson Foods in the Stoddard County 35th Judicial Circuit Court, and 45 plaintiffs are hoping a jury will eventually give them some relief. The lawsuit was filed on behalf of several plaintiffs who had previously produced chickens for slaughter/processing at the former Tyson Chicken Plant in Dexter. ...
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Book Review: "Rough Sleepers: Dr. Jim O’Connell’s urgent mission to bring healing to homeless people" (7/18/24)By Elizabeth SheltonDiscover the heart-wrenching journey of Dr. Jim O’Connell and his Street Team as they bring hope and healing to Boston’s homeless in "Rough Sleepers." An eye-opening account of resilience and compassion.
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Transforming Lives: How Wendell Snodgrass and the SEMO Foundation are shaping the university's future (7/16/24)By Christopher Borro ~ B MagazineGrowing up with eight older siblings, Wendell Snodgrass understood the importance of community, and ended up moving from Texas to Cape Girardeau to be closer to them. In his dual roles as Southeast Missouri State University’s vice president of university advancement and the executive director of the Southeast Missouri University Foundation, it has proven integral to his profession as well...
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Multicultural Business Development Alliance aims to train new entrepreneurs across Southeast Missouri (7/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA new business development group in Cape Girardeau aims to help establish and support a network of minority-owned small businesses in Southeast Missouri. The Multicultural Business Development Alliance (MBDA), founded in October, will launch a series of workshops beginning Thursday, July 18, to provide information on financial and marketing services to interested entrepreneurs. ...
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From horses to hounds, Benton man switches careers to open dog grooming business (7/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianSome of Chris Cunningham’s closest friends are longtime dog groomers, so the Benton resident learned the trade from them. Sensing the Cape Girardeau market was underserved in the dog grooming business, he and his partner, Christian Shipley, opened The Groom Room at 1331 N. Kingshighway in June. ...
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PORCH, Ritter Real Estate schedule ribbon-cuttings (7/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA local group and a business are celebrating significant milestones with ribbon-cuttings over the coming week. ...
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Missouri gas prices remain among nation's cheapest after Fourth of July weekend (7/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianMissouri continues to have some of the lowest gas prices in the country following the Fourth of July weekend. ...
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Cape Girardeau, Jackson, Scott City chambers to host networking events (7/15/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianLocal chambers of commerce are hosting a diverse array of events this week. ...
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Outside the office: Patrick Koetting enjoys an eclectic blend of music, wine and cycling (7/13/24)By Amanda Flinn ~ B MagazineDiscover how Patrick Koetting, a fifth-generation grocer from Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, balances his outside-the-office passions for music, wine, and cycling while excelling in the home restoration and hospitality industries.
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Southeast Missouri's Charitable Events: From rodeos to fashion shows, a community united in giving (7/12/24)By Bob Miller ~ B MagazineDiscover Southeast Missouri's vibrant charitable scene, where rodeos, galas, and unique events like the Polar Bear Plunge raise millions for worthy causes. Join a community united in giving back.
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Sponsored: Check Out the Downtown Cape Arts Scene - Kelly Downes (7/11/24)By Amanda Flinn ~ B MagazineChicago native and Arts Council of Southeast Missouri director Kelly Downes had an understanding of Cape Girardeau as a fly-over zone — a place passed on the way to a big city, but not necessarily a destination town. At least, not if you were looking for a vibrant arts scene. Which she was...
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2024 Difference Maker: Tonya Skinner’s unwavering dedication to student success through business education (7/10/24)By Zach Huffman ~ B MagazineTonya Skinner’s 30-year journey from aspiring businesswoman to influential business educator showcases her unwavering dedication to student success and innovation in teaching. Discover her inspiring story.
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2024 Difference Maker: Pastor Chad Fisher uses faith, experience to support foster kids (7/9/24)By Keenan Baker ~ B MagazineThe story of Joseph in Genesis is one of redemption and reconciliation, with Joseph navigating the betrayal of his family and suffering through numerous injustices. His story crescendos in Genesis 50:20, where he proclaims to his brothers: “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”...
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Sponsored: Transform Your Legacy: How thoughtful philanthropy can shape the future of the region (7/9/24)By Trudy Lee ~ Southeast Council on PhilanthropyDiscover how thoughtful philanthropy can transform your legacy and shape Southeast Missouri's future. Learn about impactful giving strategies, from cash donations to legacy gifts, and ensure your values live on.
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2024 Difference Maker: Inspired by grandfather's legacy, Steven Lee becomes a pillar of support in Cape Girardeau (7/8/24)By Keenan Baker ~ B MagazineInspired by his grandfather's legacy, Steven Lee has become a cornerstone of support in Cape Girardeau. From his work at Ford and Sons Funeral Home to his selfless community service, Lee embodies the spirit of giving back.
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Blynn Atchley brews dream business with Coffee & Computers (7/8/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianBlynn Atchley has 18 years of experience in the information technology field; his day job is in the cybersecurity business. Frustrated by the environment of a previous job, he told a coworker that his dream would be to just roast coffee and fix computers. “And he said, ‘Dude, that’s actually a really good idea,’” Atchley said. ...
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Cape Girardeau Chick-fil-A opens new mobile drive-thru line (7/8/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA new drive-thru has been added to the Chick-fil-A at 3333 Gordonville Road in Cape Girardeau that will exclusively handle orders made through the restaurant’s app. Mobile Thru allows customers to order their meals on a mobile app, scan a QR code to check in at the drive thru, and pick up their meals that have already been prepared. ...
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Chambers to hold business after hours, women’s wine events (7/8/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA plethora of networking events across the region is planned for the coming week, hosted by various chambers of commerce. ...
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Grand opening ribbon-cuttings scheduled for dealership, financial group (7/8/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianRibbon-cuttings in Cape Girardeau, Perryville and Scott City over the course of the week will honor the grand openings of two businesses and a road. ...
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Fuel prices trend upward around Fourth of July weekend (7/8/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianIndependence Day did not bring about freedom for travelers’ wallets as the cost of gasoline jumped modestly for the Fourth of July weekend. ...
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2024 Difference Maker: How Richard Cuba's vision brought LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home to Cape Girardeau (7/6/24)By Keenan Baker ~ B MagazineRichard Cuba's vision brought LifeHouse Crisis Maternity Home to Cape Girardeau, offering homeless pregnant women secure housing and support. Discover how his dedication and faith turned a dream into a $9 million reality.
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Sponsored: SADI launches driving program to bridge transportation gap for disabled community (7/6/24)By Alyssa Lunsford ~ B MagazineThe SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence (SADI) is launching a new driving school aimed at providing specialized driving education for individuals with disabilities. According to Donna Thompson, SADI's executive director, this school will address a significant gap in local resources. The program aims to empower autistic individuals and those with physical disabilities and other special needs by offering tailored driving instruction and support. The school plans to open later this year...
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Lopez, Finder join Mercy Southeast in leadership roles (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA pair of new hires has joined Mercy Southeast. Anna Lopez will serve as the system’s chief operating officer, while Katie Finder will become its new chief nursing officer. ...
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Creating inner peace: Yoga studio passion project for Jackson instructor (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianMegan McCall, owner of Divine Light Yoga with Megan at 1335 Old Cape Road in Jackson, has been fascinated with yoga since she was little, watching VHS tapes in her family’s living room. “I’ve always been attracted to yoga and how it makes you feel afterwards,” McCall said. “... I just love it. It’s truly my passion.” ...
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Saint Francis unveils renovated NICU Family Room (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianSaint Francis Healthcare System opened its renovated NICU Family Room on Tuesday, June 25, with various health system leaders in attendance. The family room is a space featuring a play area, snacks and drinks and privacy beds where families of critically ill infants can relax from the stress of a long hospital stay. ...
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Rust Communications sells four properties to Kentucky group (7/1/24)Southeast MissourianRust Communications, parent company of the Southeast Missourian, has sold four newspapers to Paducah, Kentucky-based Paxton Media Group. The community newspapers in Dyersburg, Tennessee, and Brazil, Greencastle and Greene County, Indiana, changed ownership Monday, July 1. ...
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Mandernach promoted by MRV Banks (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianOn Monday, July 1, MRV Banks announced Morgan Mandernach had been promoted to the position of commercial loan officer. Mandernach, who has been with the company for five years, will be responsible for managing and expanding commercial loan portfolios and handling both residential and consumer loans. ...
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Jackson yoga studio celebrates first anniversary (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianThe Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon-cutting celebrating the first anniversary of Amity Yoga at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 2, at 105 E. Adams St.
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Slight jump in gas prices nationally, locally (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianGas prices slightly increased over the past week, with averages for regular gas rising 5 cents to $3.50 a gallon nationally and 7 cents to $3.13 per gallon in Missouri. ...
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Annie Laurie’s owners to open new lounge (7/1/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA single business license was submitted to the City of Cape Girardeau Community Development Department in the previous week. Laurie Everett and Robert Ray, owners of the Annie Laurie’s antique store at 536 Broadway in Cape Girardeau, are opening Soiree by Annie Laurie’s tapas bar and lounge at 111 William St.
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Stylen 5 offers haircuts for all (6/24/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianCape Girardeau's Stylen 5 Salon & Spa, owned by Wanda Walling, offers haircuts for all ages and ethnicities, with plans to expand to additional services. ...
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Ribbon-cuttings in Cape Girardeau, Jackson planned (6/24/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianThe Cape Girardeau and Jackson chambers will host ribbon-cuttings for Cape Garden Apartments and Daniel’s Roofing on June 25 and 27. ...
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Gas prices see little change (6/24/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianGas prices hold steady nationwide, with minor increases in Missouri. The national average for regular gas is $3.45 per gallon, while Missouri sees a slight rise to $3.06. ...
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Pickleball courts, Coffee & Computers among business license applications (6/24/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianNew businesses are sprouting in Cape Girardeau, including The Pickleball Factory and Coffee & Computers. Plus, expansions and ownership changes are underway. ...
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Sponsored: MRV Banks celebrates state-wide growth (6/21/24)B MagazineMRV Banks was one of the fastest growing banks in Missouri in 2023. Over the past few years, the financial institution has doubled their number of employees and opened branches in Festus and St. Charles, allowing them to provide service for customers in new markets and create employment opportunities...
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Sponsored: Edge Realty wins national, local awards (6/19/24)B MagazineReal estate publisher Real Trends ranked Edge Realty as the 153rd largest independent residential real estate brokerage in the nation for residential sales volume in 2023. In addition, Edge Realty ranked No. 1 in sales and transaction volume in the local REALTOR association Southeast Missouri REALTORS for the 19th consecutive year, selling nearly as much real estate as the next seven companies combined, according to MARIS MLS. ...
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Sponsored: The Lutheran Home takes on new challenges, celebrates achievements (6/18/24)B MagazineFor five years, the Lutheran Home has received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, making it the highest-rated skilled health center in the area. In addition, the Lutheran Home has been named one of the Top 10 Nursing Homes in the state of Missouri by Newsweek Magazine and their research partner, Statista...
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Goose and Gander grocery gives shoppers a chance to buy chefs’ favorite foods (6/17/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianA family known for its Cape Girardeau restaurants has expanded into the grocery business, selling various snacks and ingredients the family loves to eat. ...
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Phares, formerly of VisitCape, chosen as Paducah visitors bureau director (6/17/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianAlyssa Phares brings more than 10 years' worth of tourism experience to her new role across the Mississippi River. ...
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MRV Banks names Kaiser as Cape bank center manager (6/17/24)By Christopher Borro ~ Southeast MissourianShelly Kaiser, previously with the Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce, will oversee MRV Banks' Cape Girardeau branches. ...