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Blood Drive and Bone Marrow Registry for Wade Wachter and Wyatt Hill

Erin Fluegge twirls flaming batons and flaming knives on the riverfront in downtown Cape Girardeau.

The town of Biehle held its annual picnic, providing the nearby community with an afternoon of food and fun June 24, 2017, at St. Maurus Roman Catholic Church.

Meet the area's 2017 high school valedictorians.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Area school teachers attending the Collaborative Regional Education Academy conference test-launch "practice" payloads on two helium-filled balloons Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at Southeast Missouri State University. The mission was to prepare for a launch Aug. 21 on the day of the full solar eclipse.

A $15,000 grant will allow the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri to temporarily lower their adoption fees by $50.

Bicyclists with Ulman Cancer Fund for Youth Adults stop at La Croix United Methodist Church after completing 100 miles today as they left early morning from Union City, Tennessee, Monday, June 19, 2017 at La Croix United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau. The group left Baltimore June 4 and expect to arrive to San Fransisco August 12 to raise awareness for people impacted by cancer.

Students of Adult and Teen Challenge Mid-America cut lawns in the Cape Girardeau area to help support the ministry that helps people with life-controlling problems.

After floodwaters destroyed their community six years ago, former residents of Pinhook, Missouri continue their efforts to relocate to a new community.

The River Campus Summer Arts Festival took place on Saturday, June 17, 2017, in Cape Girardeau.

The first Summer Luau Fest on Saturday, June 17, 2017 in Jackson City Park.

41st annual Mid-Summer Festival Friday, June 16, 2017 at Scott City Park.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Jackson High School's "Old A" building is coming down Wednesday, June 14, 2017 in Jackson. Voters approved razing and replacing the old high-school building as a part of Proposition J, a $22 million bond issue, without a tax increase.

Construction of Levi's Adventure Trail continues on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at Cape County Park South.

Capt. Shawn Morris, Laurel McClelland and Terry Madsen play the bagpipes on Monday, June 5, 2017, at the Cape Girardeau Fire Department Station 1.

The Cape Girardeau Fire Department held live-burn training at two donated structures of Route K June 10, 2017 in Cape Girardeau. Firefighter from Cape Girardeau, Gordonville, Jackson, Scott City, East County and Millersville participated in the exercises.

Cruisin' Uptown Jackson Saturday, June 10, 2017 in Jackson.

Stop Needless Acts of Violence Please (SNAP) prayer march Saturday, June 10, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

The 21st annual Veterans Home Flag Day Golf Tournament on Friday, June 9, 2017 at Bent Creek Golf Course in Jackson.

Brownie Girl Scouts enjoy canoeing and archery Thursday, June 8, 2017 during Girl Scout day camp at Elks Lake in Cape Girardeau.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Rolling Hills Youth Day Camp Wednesday, June 7, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

Kenny Schlitt restores nearly 100-year-old Gosche Store in Oran, Missouri.

Southeast Missourian photographers chose their favorite photographs from the month of May, 2017.

Jackson Trail Riders sponsor a Saddle Up Trail Ride which raised money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital June 4, 2017, in Patton, Missouri.

Cape Fly Hi radio controlled aircraft demonstration Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Galaxy Park in Cape Girardeau.

The 22nd annual Oran Car Show at George Tilles Jr. Memorial Park Saturday, June 3, 2017 in Oran.

The Cape Marketeers Club promotes growing food and eating healthy for kids 5-12 years old on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at the Cape Riverfront Market in Cape Girardeau.

"Godspell," the musical based on the gospel according to St. Matthew, is presented by Acts for Him on Friday, June 2, 2017 at Centenary United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau.

Views from the downtown loft tour Friday, June 2, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon Thursday, June 1, 2017 at the Jackson Civic Center.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

The Tailor Institute's Project Life Experience is a three-day, pre-college life experience program that takes place in St. Louis, Missouri. On Wednesday, participants worked on resumes at the St. Louis County Missouri Career Center in St. Ann.

A view of the loft between Ashley Bailey Custom Cabinetry and Ophelia Boutique in downtown Cape Girardeau. This is one of the many lofts that will be on tour Friday, June 2, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Memorial Day ceremonies and memorials by various organizations were held May 29, 2017, throughout Cape Girardeau.

The Seniors and Lawmen Together Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony honors fallen police officers Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Cape Bible Chapel in Cape Girardeau.

The 100-Mile Yard Sale along Highway 25 Saturday, May 28, 2016 between Jackson and Gordonville.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Lifeguards in training go over procedures for lifeguard training at Cape Splash Tuesday, May 23, 2017 in Cape Girardeau. Cape Splash will open for the season at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 27.

Saxony Lutheran graduation Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Saxony Lutheran High School in Jackson.

Notre Dame High School graduation Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Notre Dame in Cape Girardeau.

Meet Me at the Bridge was hosted on May 20, 2017 at the Bridge Outreach Center at 428 S. Frederick in Cape Girardeau. The community event provides free food and fellowship on the third Saturday of every month.

Jackson High School graduation Friday, May 19, 2017 at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.

Scenes from the South Cape Community Tent Revival on Friday, May 19, 2017, behind Southside Baptist Church and Greater Dimension Ministries in Cape Girardeau.

The third annual Cape West Rotary Club Duck Regatta on Thursday, May 18, 2017 benefits Special Olympics and the Cape West Rotary Club Foundation at Cape Splash. The new pirate ship water feature, Ship Wreck Island, and other improvements are unveiled before the park opens May 27 for the summer.

Local artists sketch and paint a live model during the figure drawing session on Wednesday night, May 17, 2017, at the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri in downtown Cape Girardeau.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Southeast Missourian photographers chose their favorite photographs from the month of April, 2017.

Community members joined together in prayer during a Stop Needless Acts of Violence Please (SNAP) community prayer on Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at the corner of Independence Street and Henderson Ave. in Cape Girardeau.

Cape Girardeau Central High School graduation Sunday, May 14, 2017at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.

The class of 2017 graduates from Scott City High School on May 14, 2017 in Scott City.

Southeast Missouri State University spring graduation Saturday, May 13, 2017 at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau.

The Gordons kick off the first of the Tunes at Twilight concert series Friday, May 12, 2017 at the Common Pleas Courthouse Gazebo in Cape Girardeau.

Members of Alma Schrader Elementary School's Marathon Kids Club finished their final mile of the year on Friday, May 5, 2017, in Cape Girardeau.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Alma Schrader School is one of 83 schools nationwide to receive a National School of Character Award, announced Wednesday, May 10, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

Yard-sale items, repurposed and upcycled pieces, jewelry, books, furniture and more sprawled across two parking lots Sunday in downtown Cape Girardeau for the fifth Downtown Tailgate Flea Market.

Jackson High School prom, themed "The Way You Look Tonight," on Saturday, May 6, 2017 in Jackson.

The Gus Macker 3-on-3 Tournament was held on May 6, 2017 at Arena Park in Cape Girardeau.

U. S. Coast Guard flight crew survey the flood area to look for possible flood breaches along the Mississippi River from Cape Girardeau to Cairo, Illinois on Saturday, May 6, 2017.

Soap Box Derby Saturday, May 6, 2017 on North Sprigg street in Cape Girardeau.

Jackson in Bloom took place on Saturday, May 6, 2017, in Jackson.

The Notre Dame prom Friday, May 5, 2017 at the Bavarian Halle in Jackson.

The Mississippi River continues to rise on Friday, May 5, 2017.

The 2017 Flourish Magazine Women's Summit was hosted on May 4, 2017 at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau. Breakout sessions were held in the morning, focusing on education, entrepreneurship, health and leadership. A keynote speech was also given by author and inspirational speaker Adrienne Ross on the importance of perseverance and faith.

Cape Girardeau SportsPlex Ties & Tennies after-hours social Thursday, May 4, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

Elijah Enderle was voted Prom King during Cape Girardeau Central High School's prom last Saturday, April 29, 2017. Enderle brought his crown and charm for a portrait session in the Southeast Missourian photo studio on Wednesday.

Floodwater continues to rise in the area on Thursday, May 4, 2017.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Floodwater continues to rise, encroaching on the Red Star neighborhood on Wednesday, May 3, 2017.

Flooding in Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois as seen on Monday, May 2, 2017.

Flooding in Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois on Monday, May 1, 2017.

The United States welcomes 18 new citizens from 11 countries with a naturalization ceremony Monday, May 1, 2017 at the Rush H. Limbaugh U.S. Courthouse in Cape Girardeau.

Robert Watkins shows off his canned foods stored in his home Friday, April 14, 2017 in Scott City.

Waters in the Mississippi River reached near-record levels and forced the closures of roads across southeast Missouri on April 30, 2017.

Cape Central students during the Cape Girardeau Central prom Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Ray's Plaza Conference Center in Cape Girardeau.

The Marble Hill Messengers chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association meets on April 27, 2017 at Cape County Park South.

Kelly High School prom, "An Evening Around the World," on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Kelly High School.

The Tailor Institute held a Swine and Dine benefit pig roast at Rusted Route Farms on April 29, 2017 in Cape Girardeau. The Tailor Institute is the only non-profit corporation in the US tasked with exploring issues related to giftedness and lifestyle development in high-functioning autism.

5th annual SoutheastHEALTH Foundation Princess Tea Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau.

Chris Stapleton made a tour stop in Cape Girardeau Friday night, April 28, 2017, with opening act Lucie Silvas at the Show Me Center.

Captured on Film galleries feature Southeast Missourian photographs taken mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s, before the age of digital photography. Comments or questions about these images should be directed to librarian Sharon Sanders at ssanders@semissourian.com.

Third-graders learn about agriculture during Farm Day Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Flickerwood Arena in Jackson.

Students from Prodigy Leadership Academy had lunch with veterans at the Missouri Veterans Home on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, in Cape Girardeau.

A torch is carried from Arena Park to Capaha Park for the Show-Me State Games Torch Run Tuesday, April 25, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

En Plein Air art workshop taught by Cleda Curtis with guest artist Don Sahli at River Ridge Winery Monday, April 24, 2017 in Scott City.

Larry & Jean Underberg welcome Nashville artists Baylor Wilson and Jordyn Shellhart for a concert at the Underberg home on April 23, 2017 in Cape Girardeau.

The final day of Cape Comic Con on Sunday, April 23 at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau.

Rock Steady Boxing program to battle Parkinson’s Disease Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Therapy Solutions in Perryville.

The 12th annual Cape Comic-Con was held from April 21 through April 23 at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau.

Leopold High School prom, "Sunset in the South," on Saturday, April 22, 2017 in Leopold, Missouri.

Saxony Lutheran prom Saturday, April 22, 2017 at the Elk's Lodge in Cape Girardeau.

The Beach Boys and The Temptations perform during their tour stop at the Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau on Saturday, April 22, 2017.

The American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Cape Girardeau County on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at the Student Recreation Center.

People take in Elmwood Manor during the History Mystery Tour, offered through Continuing Education at Southeast Missouri State University, on Saturday, April 22, 2017, in Cape Girardeau.

The 3rd Annual Out of the Darkness Walk was hosted by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity on April 22, 2017 at Kent Library in Cape Girardeau. Benefits from the event went towards the Eastern Missouri chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

The 32nd annual Kow Pasture Klassic Saturday, April 22, 2017 in New Hamburg.

Students of Southeast Missouri State University Conservatory of Theatre and Dance rehearse for Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” on Monday, April 17, 2017, inside the Rust Flexible Theatre at the River Campus in Cape Girardeau.