Former Dexter resident Brian Thompson was recently selected by regional peers to serve on the Missouri Economic Development Council (MEDC) Board of Directors.
MEDC is the authoritative voice on economic development and related issues in Missouri. A statewide, nonprofit association of economic development professionals and community leaders, MEDC has been the unified voice of Missouri economic developers since 1979. Each year, seven different MEDC districts elect district directors to leadership roles to help unite members within their respective boundaries. Thompson was one of two professionals picked to serve MEDC District 6, which covers 26 counties in southwest Missouri.
He is a 1999 graduate of Dexter High School and earned his associate of arts degree in pre-journalism from Three Rivers Community College (TRCC) in Poplar Bluff. He transferred to Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, Ark., where he earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism with an emphasis in public relations in 2003. He is currently the president/chief executive officer of Lebanon Regional Economic Development, Inc. (Lebanon-REDI).
“It is an honor to be chosen to a district leadership position within MEDC District 6,” said Thompson. “The opportunity to network with peers within the economic development realm is critical to becoming a successful professional for both my community and the state of Missouri as a whole.”
MEDC drives economic growth through program initiatives and alliances with other economic development entities. This collaboration gives MEDC members access to industry-leading professional development, public policy, legislation and marketing communications programs. Whether working independently or in cooperation with partners, MEDC, its members and professional staff are effective, efficient and reliable.
Thompson is the son of Jimmy and Thelma Thompson of Dexter.
For more information on MEDC, visit www.showme.org. Additional information on Lebanon-REDI can be found at www.LebanonREDI.com.
Dexter Police Department’s August/Labor Day Crackdown DWI Enforcement Crackdown
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Enforcement Campaign a Success
Dexter, Missouri - Declaring Dexter's participation in the national August/Labor Day Holiday Crackdown “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” substance–impaired driving crackdown a major success, Dexter Police report that 1 substance-impaired driving arrests and 33 citations were made during the enforcement period, which ran from August 19-September 5, 2016. Dexter Officer's conducted 63 traffic stops during this campaign.
“I am proud of our Officer's for their hard work and dedication to making our region’s roadways safer,” said Lieutenant Benton. “Substance-impaired driving is more than a reckless choice by a few individuals,” he said. “Each year, substance-impaired driving costs the lives of thousands on America’s highways.
Preliminary data shows in 2015, there were 196 fatalities and 663 serious injuries that involved at least one substance-impaired driver. That equates to one substance-impaired driving fatality every 1-3/4 days.
During the holiday August 21 – September 7, 2015, five (5) people were killed and fifty-three (53) seriously injured which involved at least one substance-impaired driver. Dexter Police Department joined forces with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and nearly 10,000 law enforcement agencies across the country in this year’s “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
For more information, visit the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign headquarters at www.TrafficSafetyMarketing.gov, or www.saveMOlives.com.
Dexter, Missouri - The Bootheel Solid Waste Management District will be sponsoring an ewaste Recycling Day on Tuesday, September 6th at the bootheel Regional Planning and Economic Development Commission offices on E. North Main Street.
The Drop-Off Location is 105 E. North Main (located in the old Armory Building)
The management district obtained grand funding from the Missouri department of Natural Resources to help cover the cost for residents in disposing of these e-waste items. As a result, no fees will be charged.
The Bootheel Solid Waste Management District has sponsored the recycling event in the past with great success. It can be difficult to dispose of many electrical items such as computers and televisions and these events provide an opportunity for residents to dispose of unwanted electrical items.
The following items will be accepted:
1. Computer equipment, servers, desktop PCs, laptops, Netbooks, Apple computers, tablets, keyboards, speakers, modems, routers, cables, software and all accessories.
2. Video and photography, Blu Ray players, HD DVD, DVD, Laserdisc, VHS, Betamax, DVRs, cable and satellite receivers and digital and film cameras.
3. Audio-Receivers, amplifiers, speakers, MP3 players, CD players, cassette decks, turntables, 8-Track equipment, boom boxes, microphones, mixers, rack equipment and DAW.
4. Appliances - washers, dryers, microwaves, stoves, refrigerators, air conditioners and water heaters.
5. Office - Printers, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and ink/toner cartridges.
6. Miscellaneous - lead batteries for cars, tractors, boats, rechargeable batteries, battery chargers, and wires.
For more information please contact the Willard Adams at Bootheel Solid Waste Management District at (573) 614-5178.
Dexter, Missouri - Missouri Delta Hospice in Dexter will be holding a Flood Relief Drive for those affected by the recent flooding in Louisiana.
You may drop-off non-perishable food items, cleaning supplies, and personal items at 1615 West Business Hwy 60 Suite A in Dexter. They are open from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.
The last day to donate before the truck heads to Louisiana is Thursday, August 25th at 4:00 p.m.
Staff from Missouri Delta Hospice will be taking donated items directly to victims.
"Members of our team have been personally affected and have had to evacuate their homes from the recent flooding," commented Melissa Pennington of Mo Delta Hospice.
Items that are needed are non-perishable foods such as canned goods, spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, peanut butter, power bars, trail mix, baby formula, cereal, crackers, bottled drinks, and cookies,
Personal items can be paper towels, toilet paper, paper plates, plastic eating utensils, toothpaste, toothbrush, laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, deodorant, hairbrushes, and baby powder.
Cleaning supplies needed are bottles of bleach, hand wipes, Germ X, sponges, towels, rubber gloves, trash bags, and buckets.
Don't forget the pets as well. Dog food, cat food, leashes, and shampoo are needed as well.
Dexter, Missouri - Missouri's State health Insurance Assistance Program is sponsoring a FREE informational session on MEDICARE Benefits at the Dexter Senior Center on Wednesday, August 17th from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The MEDICARE Benefits session will be presented by APPLE Project of Southeast Missouri State University.
After the presentation there will be a Question and Answer session. The public is encouraged to attend. This is not a sales presentation.
"APPLE Paperwork Service is a senior adult outreach program of the Human Environmental Studies Department in the College of Health and Human Services at Southeast Missouri State University," stated Jean Gooden, Director of APPLE Project. "APPLE services are funded by client contributions and grants from the Cape Girardeau County Senior Citizens' Services Fund Board, United Way of Southeast Missouri and the Southeast Missouri Area Agency on Aging."
Also on Wednesday the Dexter Senior Center will be serving Taco Salad with seasoned beef, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes, corn and black beans, tortilla chips, and apples plus a drink.
