A public-private partnership between the City of Cape Girardeau and the Marquette Tech District Foundation led to another awesome way to connect in Cape: Free downtown Wi-Fi. Public internet access is available in the downtown area on Broadway, Main and Spanish streets.

The City and Tech District started working on it together in 2016. The District wanted access to the City’s fiber to connect endpoints of their private network. In return, the District would offer free Wi-Fi to the public. Both parties felt that sharing the fiber network would ultimately benefit everyone.

"The Marquette Tech District Foundation activated free Downtown Wi-Fi in 2017," said Stacy Dohogne Lane, Community Director for Codefi and the Marquette Tech District Foundation. "Part of our mission is to provide increased and efficient internet, network and technology and connectivity and access to residents, businesses, customers and visitors of downtown Cape Girardeau. The free, downtown Wi-Fi absolutely helps us carry out that mission."

Plans to expand the Wi-Fi’s reach are still developing, but for now both visitors and residents can more fully engage with their online community while out and about in downtown Cape. Whether that’s using Facebook to check in at their favorite restaurant or Instagramming the perfect selfie with downtown’s famous clock, connecting with Cape Girardeau has never been easier.

Cape Girardeau, Missouri -  Aging Matters, a not-for-profit committed to providing services for seniors, age 60 and older, has been selected as a beneficiary of the Schnucks - Bags 4 My Cause program for the month of July.

The Schnucks – Bags 4 My Cause program launched in May 2017 and is designed to support local not-for-profits through the sale of the reusable Giving bag.  

Aging Matters was selected by Schnucks store leadership as the July beneficiary of the program at the Cape Girardeau Schnucks store. For every reusable Giving bag with the message “Giving is in the Bag” purchased at the Cape Girardeau Schnucks during July Aging Matters will receive a $1 donation. 

“We appreciate and thank Schnucks management for selecting us to be beneficiary of the program “Giving is in the Bag” said Aging Matters Executive Director, Lana Johnson.

Aging Matters is a not-for-profit corporation based in Cape Girardeau, Missouri and covers an eighteen-county service area in Southeast Missouri. The agency was established in 1973 under the Older Americans Act to respond to the needs of Americans 60 and older. Learn more about Aging Matters by calling (573) 335-3331 or visiting www.agingmatters2u.com.

For more information on the Schnucks - Bags 4 My Cause program, visit schnucks.bags4mycause.com or facebook.com/schnucks

It is time for the annual sponsorship drive for the year 2018.  We hope you can take a moment to read our request and respond.  If you have donated this calendar year we appreciate your support and thank you again for your donation.

 

The Stars and Stripes Museum/Library is more than a display of military and newspaper artifacts. It is unique among the world's museums.  We have over 7000 square feet of attractive multimedia exhibits, where visitors can see American military history from a different perspective.  We have free admission and free tours. 

 

On display is an original issue of the 1861 Civil War Stars and Stripes newspaper (only 4 known to exist). The Stars and Stripes Museum/Library is located in Bloomfield, MO which is designated as the official birthplace of the Stars and Stripes by the US Department of Defense.  Through exhibits and programs the museum highlights the history of Stars and Stripes from it's very first issue which was printed by Union troops in November 1861, through the wars of the 20th century and into the modern era.

 

We provide the community with research services and support, special events including lectures on historical topics and our Liberty Days living history timeline during the month of October. During this time we are host to over 1,000 middle and high school students from local schools in the counties of Stoddard, Scott, Mississippi, Dunklin and New Madrid, Cape Girardeau , and Butler Counties.  

 

Without the support of our dedicated sponsors, the museum would not be where it is today. As a newspaper written"for soldiers, by soldiers," the Stars and Stripes offers a unique and important view of some of the  most pivotal moments in modern history.  It provides the military personell at war  with support and often times a much needed respite from the devastating environment they are placed in. 

 

Please help us to continue to share history with future generations.  We are a 501(c) 3 tax-exempt organization so your donation is tax deductible.

 

Sincerely

 

Dr. Lily Santoro

President

573-568-2055

Stars and Stripes Museum/Library

P.O. Box 1861

Bloomfield, MO 63825

573-568-2055

It's every little girls dream to become a princess!  For Lauren Thrower, her dream is becoming Miss Missouri in June of 2018!  Her platform is "Empowering Young Adults for Lifetime of Tomorrows!"  She wants to reach every young adult throughout the state of Missouri!  Please join her and help her make her dream come true! Lauren is currently serving as Miss Branson.

Hello family, friends, business owners and anyone else that would be interested in supporting me as journey on to Miss Missouri in June!

I am offering you a wonderful opportunity to become a personal sponsor of mine as I compete for the title of Miss Missouri 2018, which is held in Mexico, Missouri at the Mexico Missouri Military Academy.

My goal is to become Miss Missouri 2018 with the intention of using the title to reach young adults throughout our state and beyond by promoting my Platform, “Empowering Young Adults for a Lifetime of Tomorrows”.

Your support would be greatly appreciated and very helpful to me in reaching my goal. As a personal sponsor of mine, you will gain invaluable exposure for your business throughout the state of Missouri. As family and friends, you can show your support by wishing me luck, etc.

All sponsor can purchase salute/ad page(s) are 8 ½” x11”. They will be published in the official Miss Missouri 2018 program book.

Full page - $300

1/2 page - $150

1/4 page - $75

**April 5th is the deadline for turning in all sponsors’ salute/ad

"I do hope to arrange a visit back home to Dexter for the opportunity of meeting and thanking each of you, in person, for your support. In the meantime, I look forward to hearing from you soon and I hope you all have had a very Happy Easter!"

Love and Hugs! 

Lauren Thrower

The Stoddard County Resource Group met on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at the Dexter Chamber of Commerce.  The next meeting will be April 4, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. also at the Dexter Chamber of Commerce building.

Below are the minutes submitted by Sara Vise.

Date: Wednesday, March 14th, 2018

Place: Dexter Chamber of Commerce

Time: 10:00AM

Program: Bootheel Counseling Services will present next month.

Announcements/Upcoming Events: 

Several Easter Egg Hunts occurring Easter Weekend

Staff Openings: 

Delta New Hope has several openings through Stoddard County and the surrounding counties for homemakers and Certified Nurses Aids (CNAs). Please apply at www.deltanh.com.

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri is seeking a (paid) intern position. Please contact 5734810659 for more details. Southeast Hospital (Dexter location) has openings for social worker and registered nurse. Please apply at https://www.sehealth.org.

Emergency Solutions Homeless Prevention Program through Catholic Charities is now accepting applications. Please have potential enrollments contact Brenda Miller at 573-481-0659.

Next Meeting: April 4th, 2018 at 10AM at Dexter Chamber of Commerce

Next Presentation: Bootheel Counseling Services