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What First-Time Homebuyers Often Get Wrong About Insurance

Cape Girardeau – September 16, 2026 -- A new HelloNation article featuring insights from insurance agent Nick Hogan breaks down the parts of a homeowners policy that first-time buyers frequently overlook, warning that gaps in understanding can lead to costly surprises after a loss.

Many buyers assume coverage stops at the house itself

According to the article, first-time homeowners often focus on purchase price, mortgage terms, and moving costs while spending little time learning how their insurance actually works. Many mistakenly believe a policy only protects the physical structure, when most homeowners policies bundle several distinct types of protection.

Contour Airlines Launches New Nonstop Route to Orlando This Winter

Smyrna, Tenn. – September 15, 2026 -- Contour Airlines will begin seasonal nonstop flights between Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI) in Missouri and Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) in Florida starting December 16, 2026.

The route will operate every Wednesday and Saturday through March 27, 2027, giving Southeast Missouri travelers a direct option for winter getaways to Central Florida.

The airline is building on demand from an existing Florida route

Contour says strong bookings on its seasonal Cape Girardeau-to-Pensacola service showed demand for direct Florida access from the region, prompting the new Orlando Sanford route.

"Adding seasonal service between Cape Girardeau and Central Florida gives travelers in the region another convenient way to escape the winter," said Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines.