Submitted by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, announces that on Thursday, July 3, and on Sunday, July, 6, 2014, Troop E officers will take part in the 20-Mile Trooper project in an effort to promote safety and to reduce the number of traffic crashes in the Troop E area. This means Troop E will assign a trooper every 20 miles on Interstates 55 and 57, and on other selected secondary roads. The objective of the project is to enforce aggressively all traffic violations which may contribute to unsafe traveling conditions, and to place a trooper in close proximity of motorists who may need assistance. The Patrol is committed to continuing to reduce crashes and fatalities through our education and enforcement efforts.
Captain Ridens said, “The July Fourth holiday is typically one of the heaviest traveled holidays in Missouri. I would like to urge all motorists to make sure safe driving is a part of your plans. Make sure everyone is wearing a seat belt, and never drink and drive. Should you be celebrating the holiday on the water, I want to remind everyone to ensure they are wearing an approved life jacket while in a vessel and don’t operate a vessel while drinking."
In support of "The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths," the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri – Summer means sizzling heat and swimming! Jump, splash, and dive, and stay cool in the pool on Family Swim Night!
SoutheastHEALTH and Dexter Parks and Recreation will host a Family Swim Night at the Dexter Aquatic Center. The public is encouraged to attend.
The event will be held Thursday, July 3rd from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. There will be door prizes and lots of fun! Cost is just $3.00 per person.
The first 35 kids that bring their families will receive a FREE T-shirt.
Just a few safety tips to follow:
1. Always swim with a buddy.
2. Never leave a young child unattended.
3. Protect your skin with sunscreen.
4. Drink plenty of water regularly and avoid caffeine.
5. Avoid distractions when supervising children.
6. Young children need flotation devices such as arm floaties.
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri – The Keller Public Library will continue their Summer Reading program through the month of July. This year’s theme is Fizz, Boom, Read!
Bring your children each Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. The program is free and open to the public!
July 2 - "Animal Science" with Live Animals!
July 9 - "Fizz Boom" with Melissa Hahn!
July 16 - "Getting Crafty" with Science!
Children of all ages are welcome to attend the Fizz, Boom, Read Summer Reading program. These events are made possible through funding by the Friends of the Library!
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Bloomfield, Missouri – The VFW of Dexter will host a Fish Fry on Saturday, June 28th at 2 p.m. at The Office.
The fish fry is sponsored by “The Office” and VFW Post 2659 of Dexter and is FREE to the public; however donations are gladly accepted!
Donations are utilized to assist Veterans in need. With your generosity they are able to continue to help Veterans and their families in need throughout the year.
Who: VFW of Dexter and The Office
What: Fish Fry
Where: The Office in Bloomfield
When: 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 28th
Why: To help the needs of our Veterans
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Chamber of Commerce recognized Jim Bollinger and Son Heat & Air with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Mayor Joe Weber was on hand to cut the ribbon with owners Jim Bollinger and his son Braden.
Their business is located at 1110 Nina St. in Dexter and they are open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Jim and Braden can be reached by calling 573-624-4098 or all of your heating and air needs.
Shown in the photo from left to right are: Chamber Executive Director Janet Coleman, Mayor Joe Weber, Owner Jim Bollinger, Niki forkum, Laura Sandage, Alderman Terry Battles, (back row) Ron Temples, William Pate, Steven Tucker, Owner Braden Bollinger, Anthony Townsend, and Charles Johnson.
