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Thomas Forkum Announces Candidacy for Stoddard County Sheriff
January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin
Thomas Forkum Announces Candidacy for Stoddard County Sheriff

Thomas Forkum has announced that he is running for Stoddard County Sheriff in the November 2024 election.  

"I am excited to announce my candidacy for Stoddard County Sheriff.  I am currently a Sergeant Detective with the Dexter Police Department and I have a decade of experience in Law Enforcement."

"My plan is to be Focused on the Future with clear ideas in mind.  being raised in Bloomfield, I have a deep connection to Stoddard County."

In 2018 he married his wife, Addy, and they now have a most precious blessing, their daughter Emmerie.

They reside in Dexter where they will continue to call this county their home.

They are members of Liberty Hill Church and have built their marriage and family on strong Christian value.

"It is important to me that Stoddard County remains a safe place to grow our family and raise our children.  I am thankful to live in a community that supports and encourages Christian beliefs!"

"I look forward to meeting each and every on one you!  During my campaign, please LIKE and SHARE my Facebook page as there is more to come!

Click HERE to view the Forkum for Stoddard County Sheriff Facebook page.

Thank you and God Bless!

Thomas Forkum

Republican Sheriff Candidate


Last Updated on January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin




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Daren Todd Announces Candidacy for Judge of the 35th Judicial Circuit
January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin
Daren Todd Announces Candidacy for Judge of the 35th Judicial Circuit

Daren Todd announced his candidacy for Judge of the 35th Judicial Circuit.  The 35th Judicial Circuit comprises Dunklin and Stoddard Counties.

Todd is a 1991 graduate of Holcomb High School, a 1996 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University and a 1999 graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Law.

He has practiced as a Trial Attorney for the 23 years.  Todd is the managing partner of Todd and Atwill LLP.

"I am proud and excited to announce my candidacy for Presiding Judge of the 35th Judicial Circuit.  I will represent the people of the 35th Judicial Circuit with patience, open-mindedness, compassion, understanding and firmness.


Last Updated on January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin




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Carl Hefner Announces Bid for Re-Election for Stoddard County Sheriff
January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin
Carl Hefner Announces Bid for Re-Election for Stoddard County Sheriff

Stoddard County from your sheriff, Carl Hefner, I am announcing that I will be running for re-election this year.

As Sheriff I have always made sure that Stoddard County is the safest County in the area. 

While nearly all law enforcement agencies receive their share of criticism, the one thing that cannot be denied is that we remain a county of law and order.

While much of our area faces gun and gang violence, Stoddard County continues to set the standard of keeping our streets safe. There is not a street in this County that I would be afraid to let my grandchildren walk down. As I've done before I will be running a campaign based on my record, integrity, and passion for the safety of our children and grandchildren for years to come.

I am a Republican that is pro-life, and a strong supporter of the second amendment. I believe Jesus Christ is our lord and savior, and that all men are created equal. It is an honor to be a Sheriff who is of the people, by the people, and for the people of Stoddard County. I'm asking for your support in this election to maintain law and order and continue to provide a safe and secure environment for all citizens.

God bless you

Carl Hefner


Last Updated on January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin




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Howard Announced Candidacy for Stoddard County Commissioner District II
January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin
Howard Announced Candidacy for Stoddard County Commissioner District II

Dear Residents of Stoddard County, for more than 30 years I have been proud to call Stoddard County my home. Which is why I have great enthusiasm in announcing that I am running as a Republican candidate for the Stoddard County Commission in the Primary Election on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

My family is a Stoddard County family, and we have Stoddard County values. My wife Bonnie and I have spent most of our years living and working and raising our family here in Stoddard County. We graduated from Dexter High School and then we graduated from Harding University where I obtained a bachelor’s degree in Business Management. We moved home, and then I quickly applied my business education by working in ag business. My brother and I own and operate Heartland Crop Consultants servicing farmers in our area. Bonnie is serving our community as a member of the Dexter School Board and works at One Mile Smile. We have three wonderful kids Kalee, Jackson, and Grant. My parents still live in Stoddard, my mother Phyllis is a retired teacher, and my father Marty is a retired farmer. My brother David and my sister Katie also reside in Stoddard along with their families. I love Stoddard County and want to give back to the place that has given so much opportunity to me and my loved ones.

One of the main reasons I am running to be elected County Commissioner is because I believe the time is now for the next generation of leadership and a change in leadership for District II. Upon being elected to serve you in this role, I promise to be a present public servant, who listens to Citizens and makes sound decisions with your hard-earned tax dollars. I will be a good steward of our County resources based on my conservative beliefs and business experiences. I assure you I will serve everyone in a most professional, responsible, and ethical manner.

During this campaign you will see me working hard and making my best effort to meet you, listen to you, and show you the kind of Commissioner I will be for the people.

Sincerely,

Wes Howard




Last Updated on January 19th 2024 by Dee Loflin




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Missouri Attorney General Attends Round Table Event at Prosecutors Office
August 10th 2023 by Dee Loflin
Missouri Attorney General Attends Round Table Event at Prosecutors Office

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey attended a roundtable discussion at the office of Stoddard County Prosecutor Sawyer Smith on Thursday afternoon.


Bailey met privately with local law enforcement, judges and the staff of Smith’s office to discuss their concerns and needs.


A meeting was then held in Smith’s office in front of the local law enforcement, media, attorneys and others. Smith sat at a table in front of the gathering with Bailey, Stoddard County Sheriff Carl Hefner and Dunklin County Sheriff Bob Holder.


The quartet at the table fielded questions from the audience gathered in Smith’s office. Bailey said he likes to hold these types of meetings as often as he can. He said he trys to hold them them circuit by circuit. Bailey said his office has traveled all over the state which included stops in Henry County, Cape Girardeau County, Taney County, Green County and Stoddard County.


Last Updated on August 10th 2023 by Dee Loflin




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