Bloomfield, Missouri - The Bloomfield Area Nutrition Center crowned their 2017 Valentine Queen this week. Several ladies were nominated and patrons voted by placing dollars and coins in their voting containers.

This is an annual fundraiser and more than $150 was raised for the Bloomfield Area Nutrition Center.

Mildred Palmer was announced the Queen.  She raised more than $126 for this great cause. Her attendants are Rosemary Walker and Stella DeJournett.

Shown in the photo from left to right are Rosemary Walker, Mildred Palmer, and Stella DeJournett.

BANC is located at 609 Delaware St. in Bloomfield. For Meals on Wheels call (573) 895-2142.

"Organization was formed through the willing effort of several willing individuals in the Bloomfield area to meet a need for the areas Senior Citizens. The initial meetings took place during 2007. Town Hall meetings indicated interest and community surveys indicated need. A Board of Directors, a Not-for-profit status was approved by the State of Missouri, and 501(c)(3) status was received from the Federal Government. 0, 2010 was a pivital year for BANC when the organization began serving meals twice monthly in the basement of the Bloomfield City Hall. Support expanded, donations increased, and a building was donated and renovated by volunteers. In January 2010 the first meal was served at the new center on Delaware Street in Bloomfield, MO. BANC serves approximately 65 individuals every Wednesday. the average age is over 70 years."

BANC will host a fundraiser Breakfast on March 11th from 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.  $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children 10 and under.  Carry-Outs will be available (573) 895-2142.