Cape Girardeau, MO

About Cape Girardeau

• • Rush Limbaugh, conservative commentator, was born in Cape Girardeau.
• • The original iced tea debuted at the 1904 World's Fair in Cape Girardeau.
• • Strategic location on the Mississippi River established it as a trade hub.
• • A Confederate ironclad ship, the CSS Arkansas, was built here during the Civil War.
• • The Great Mississippi Flood of 1993 caused significant damage and disruption.
• • Named for Jean Baptiste de Girardot; founded in 1793, incorporated in 1843.
• • Population is roughly 40,000, similar to a small college town.
• • Elevation is 341 feet, offering scenic views of the Mississippi River.
• • Healthcare and education are major employers in Cape Girardeau.
• • A feeling of friendly, small-town charm with a touch of historical significance.
• • St. Louis Cardinals, MLB team, are the closest pro sports team.
• • Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks compete in NCAA Division I athletics.

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