Cape Girardeau Safe Communities Program

10/14/2026

Darkness drastically cuts reaction time. 👁️🌙

When the sun goes down, visibility drops — and risk spikes. Whether you're behind the wheel or on foot, stay alert from curb to curb.

10/13/2026

The Cape Girardeau Safe Communities Program was proud to participate in Jackson Community Safety Day & Touch-A-Truck Event! We shared educational materials on traffic and child passenger safety and helped fit children with properly sized bicycle helmets. Thank you to the organizers for hosting this great community event and providing an opportunity to promote safety and education!

10/13/2026

10/06/2026

Jackson Community Safety Day & Touch-A-Truck is this Saturday!!! We hope to see you. Make sure to share with your friends and family. What trucks are you excited to see?

10/06/2026

AAA Missouri, in partnership with the Missouri Department of Transportation, invites your school to join and compete against other Missouri high schools for bragging rights and a chance to win school monetary prizes worth $1,000 to $5,000!   The goal of the Buckle Up Phone Down High School Showdown...

10/01/2026

09/29/2026

09/17/2026

Capture the smiles, sights, and all the fun on your next adventure. But before you hit the road, check that your kid is in the right car seat for their age and size.

09/15/2026

Did you know that about half of car seats are installed incorrectly? 😱 Next week, certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are offering FREE car seat checks in our area!

They'll help you:
✅ Make sure your seat is installed correctly
✅ Check for recalls and expiration dates
✅ Answer your questions about car seat safety
✅ Give peace of mind that your little one is riding safely

📍 Find a local event near you: https://www.savemolives.com/mcrs/car-seat-check-event