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K of C 1111 Cape Girardeau Lenten Fish Fry events with Chairman Jim Riley

The Knights of Columbus Council 1111 is once again hosting its popular Lenten Fish Fry events in Cape Girardeau, bringing the community together each Friday during Lent for great food and fellowship. Chairman Jim Riley says the dinners feature delicious fried fish along with classic sides like coleslaw, green beans, and dessert, making it a family-friendly tradition many look forward to each year. The events not only provide a warm gathering place during the Lenten season but also help support the council’s charitable efforts throughout the community. Everyone is invited to come out, enjoy a meal, and take part in this longstanding Cape Girardeau tradition.

JR2 Suicide Prevention Memorial Hope Walk with Teacher and STUCO Sponsor Myriah Miller

The JR2 Suicide Prevention Memorial Hope Walk is bringing the community together to honor lives lost, support those who are struggling, and spread a powerful message of hope and awareness. Organized with the help of dedicated educators like Teacher and STUCO Sponsor Myriah Miller, the event encourages students and families to stand united in breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide. Through remembrance, shared stories, and a visible show of support, the walk serves as both a memorial and a movement—reminding everyone that they are not alone and that help, healing, and hope are always within reach.

Most Immigrants Get Some Form of Welfare; 61 Percent of Illegal Aliens Do with CEO at the John Birch Society Wayne Morrow

“Most Immigrants Get Some Form of Welfare; 61 Percent of Illegal Aliens Do” is the focus of a conversation with Wayne Morrow, CEO of the John Birch Society, who raises concerns about the financial impact of immigration policies on American taxpayers. Morrow points to data he says shows a significant percentage of immigrant households access at least one form of public assistance, arguing that lax border enforcement and federal policies have placed added strain on social service systems. He contends that stronger enforcement measures and reforms are needed to protect public resources and ensure immigration laws are upheld.

Cape Noon Optimists Chili Day with President Mark Moore

Cape Noon Optimists Chili Day is heating up once again as community members gather for great food and an even greater cause. President Mark Moore says the annual event is one of the club’s biggest fundraisers, bringing neighbors together to enjoy homemade chili while supporting youth programs and local initiatives throughout the Cape area. From friendly fellowship to generous giving, Chili Day reflects the Optimist spirit of investing in young people and strengthening the community one bowl at a time.

Old Town Cape Downtown annual dinner with Marketing and Event Coordinator Savannah Edwards

The Old Town Cape Downtown Annual Dinner is set to bring together community leaders, business owners, and residents for an evening celebrating growth, partnership, and the continued revitalization of downtown Cape Girardeau. Marketing and Event Coordinator Savannah Edwards says the annual event highlights the organization’s accomplishments over the past year while recognizing the volunteers, sponsors, and businesses who help make downtown thrive. Guests can expect great food, fellowship, and a look ahead at exciting plans designed to strengthen Old Town Cape and keep the heart of the city vibrant and welcoming for everyone.

Time to Break the DEI Infected Med School it endangers our health with Chairman of Do No Harm Dr. Stanley Goldfarb

Dr. Stanley Goldfarb, chairman of the advocacy organization Do No Harm, argues that many diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in U.S. medical schools divert attention from core clinical training and may harm patient care and trust in the profession. Goldfarb, a board-certified nephrologist and former associate dean of curriculum at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, has publicly criticized mandatory DEI workshops and implicit bias training as politically driven and unsupported by medical science, saying they propagate contested claims about physician bias and health disparities. He and his organization have also welcomed the removal of DEI mandates by the graduate medical training accreditor and have published critiques and testimony asserting that identity politics and ideological instruction have, in his view, “infected” parts of academic medicine.

America's Leading Cause of Death Has Been Hiding in Plain Sight for 50 Years with Author and Engineer Michael J. Menard

In his latest work, Author and engineer Michael J. Menard argues that America’s leading cause of death has been hiding in plain sight for more than 50 years, masked by convention, bureaucracy, and unquestioned assumptions within the medical establishment. Drawing on his technical background and years of independent research, Menard challenges long-held narratives about chronic disease and mortality statistics, contending that preventable factors have been overlooked while billions are spent treating symptoms rather than root causes. He calls for greater transparency, open scientific debate, and a willingness to reexamine public health orthodoxy, urging Americans to take a more active role in understanding the forces that shape modern medicine and the policies that impact their lives.

2026 ST. LOUIS BATTLEHAWKS THEME NIGHTS with Senior Director of Communications, UFL Brian Stull

The 2026 St. Louis Battlehawks theme nights are set to bring even more energy to The Dome as fans rally behind the city’s UFL franchise. Senior Director of Communications for the UFL United Football League, Brian Stull, says this season’s lineup of theme nights will celebrate everything from hometown heroes and military appreciation to fan-favorite traditions that have helped make the St. Louis Battlehawks one of the league’s most passionate fan bases. With special promotions, exclusive merchandise, and in-game entertainment designed to engage the entire family, the 2026 theme nights aim to make each home matchup more than just a game — but a full-scale St. Louis celebration.

Fatal blow to regulatory overreach with CoFounder of CFACT Craig Rucker

A recent court decision is being hailed as a fatal blow to regulatory overreach, reinforcing constitutional limits on unelected bureaucrats and restoring accountability to the American people. With CoFounder of Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow Craig Rucker, we discuss how the ruling reins in expansive federal agency power, reasserts the role of Congress as the primary lawmaking body, and protects businesses and consumers from burdensome mandates imposed without proper legislative authority. Rucker explains why this moment marks a turning point in the fight for transparency, economic freedom, and the separation of powers envisioned by the Founders.

Unity for Jews, Christians, Israelis and Iranians with Root and Branch with Author Religious Freedom activist Marziyeh Amirizadeh

Unity for Jews, Christians, Israelis, and Iranians is at the heart of the mission of Root and Branch, a movement championed by author and religious freedom activist Marziyeh Amirizadeh. Having endured imprisonment in Iran for her Christian faith, Amirizadeh speaks with powerful firsthand insight about the urgent need for solidarity among people of faith who value freedom, human dignity, and peace. Through Root and Branch, she works to build bridges between Jews and Christians while amplifying the voices of the Iranian people who long for liberty and reconciliation rather than extremism. Her message emphasizes that unity grounded in shared biblical heritage and mutual respect can stand as a force against antisemitism, religious persecution, and division, fostering hope for a more peaceful future in the Middle East and beyond.