Sikeston, Missouri - The Sikeston Cultural Development Corporation (The Sikeston Depot Museum) is proud to invite photographers to participate in this Regional Judged Photography Show.    Each individual may enter up to three photos for a fee of $12 per piece or three entries for $30. 

For Adults (aged 19+), acceptable photographs for the competition can fall into any one of these categories: Portrait/Genre, Floral Landscape, Abstract, or Animal/Wildlife.

Overall Prizes to be Awarded For Adults - First Prize: $100, Second Prize: $80, Third Prize: $60, and (1) Honorable Mention: $20.

Juvenile Division (for photographers 18 and under), acceptable photographs for the competition can fall into any one of these categories: Portrait/Genre, Floral Landscape, Abstract, or Animal/Wildlife.

Overall Prizes to be Awarded for the Juvenile Division - First Prize: $75, Second Prize: $60, Third Prize: $45, and (1) Honorable Mention: $15.

Photography must be original, appropriately framed and wired for hanging.  No saw tooth hangers will be accepted.   Pieces can be no larger than 48” in any direction.  The Museum reserves the right to reject any entry deemed to be unsuitable for public exhibition.  If your pieces are for sale, the photographer will receive 80% of the selling price of the piece, and SCDC will retain 20% of the selling price as a commission.  The photographer is responsible for insurance on all works.  Works may be reproduced for publicity purposes.

Please deliver pieces to the Sikeston Depot Museum on Tuesday, January 5th and Wednesday, January 6, 2016 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.  The pieces will be judged Thursday, January 7, 2016.  The show will run from January 8, 2016 through February 26, 2016.  All pieces  must be picked up no later than February 27, 2016 by 4:00 p.m.

A public awards reception sponsored by the SCDC will be held for all participants, family, and friends on Friday, January 8, 2016 from 5:00 - 7:30 pm.  For further information, call the Sikeston Depot Museum 573-481-9967.

 
Route 25 in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

This section of roadway is located from Route Z to Route H.                                          

Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, Nov. 9 through Friday, Nov. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

The work zone will be marked with signs.  Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

Dexter, Missouri - FROM DEXTER POLICE DEPARTMENT:  Due to recent activities on the parking lot located in the East City Park, between the Aquatic Center and the DPR Gym, we are seeking your help on identifying the owners / occupants of these vehicles.

Please send your tips to us via Facebook message by clicking HERE or by email to: larry.patterson@dexterpd.com

They will update this post as more information becomes available.

Missouri - Native trees, shrubs, and woody vines can help improve wildlife habitat and soil and water conservation while also improving the appearance and value of private property. The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) George O. White State Nursery near Licking offers Missouri residents a variety of native seedlings for reforestation, windbreaks, erosion control, wildlife food and cover, and other purposes.

The State Nursery provides mainly one-year-old bare-root seedlings with sizes varying by species. Seedlings varieties include pine, pecan, oak, dogwood, tulip poplar, cottonwood, sweetgum, cypress, birch, hickory, willow, persimmon, pawpaw, deciduous holly, redbud, wild plum, ninebark, witch hazel, serviceberry, mulberry, elderberry, and many others.

Seedlings are available in quantities of 10, 25, or 100 per species. Prices for seedling quantities range from $6-32 per bundle. Receive a 15-percent discount up to $20 off seedling orders with a Heritage Card. Orders can be placed until April 15, 2016. Orders will be shipped or can be picked up at the State Nursery from February through May. Quantities are limited so order early.

Find images and information on available items, and ordering information, in the Department’s 2015-2016 Seedling Order Form catalog. The catalog is available in the November issue of the Missouri Conservationist, at MDC regional offices and nature centers by calling the State Nursery at 573-674-3229.

Dexter, Missouri - Dexter Police will be joining efforts with statewide law enforcement on November 25 for an aggressive “Click It or Ticket” mobilization to get more motorists to buckle up - and save more lives.

Despite evidence proving the benefits of wearing a seat belt, 20% of Missouri motorists are still not making it click.  Even worse, 63% of individuals killed in crashes in Missouri were unrestrained.

“Local motorists should be prepared for stepped up Click It or Ticket enforcement,” said Lieutenant Benton. “We’ll be out there to remind you seat belts can – and do – save lives.” 

Buckle Up and Arrive Alive. For information on Missouri seatbelt usage, visit www.saveMOlives.com.