Bloomfield, Missouri -  The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce held their annual award ceremony at the Assembly of God Church on Thursday, April 20, 2017. 

Several awards were announced including Woman of the Year, Business of the Year, and Organization of the Year, Man of the Year, Educator of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, and Farm Family of the Year Award.

The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce Woman of the Year is Mrs. Laura Meyer.

Laura is a 1985 graduate of Bloomfield High School.  She served several months as a volunteer at the Stars and Stripes Museum/Library before becoming a paid employee. 

As curator at the museum, she has enhanced many of the exhibits; set up the Museum’s Facebook Page and improved the website. 

She organized Liberty Days and Trivia Night, fundraisers for the museum.  She has enlisted several businesses and individuals to make improvements to the barn on the Stars and Stripes Museum property.

She is serving as secretary-treasurer of the Stoddard County Historical Society and has recruited several new members. 

She is a also a member of the Bloomfield Women’s Club, the Bloomfield of Chamber of Commerce and the Crowley Ridge Black Powder Club.

Laura is very active as a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church.

Shown in the photo is (right) Dee Loflin, Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce Board Member and 2018 Membership Drive Chairman presenting the Woman of the Year Award and Resolutions from Senator Doug Libla and MO State Representative Tila Hubrecht to (left) Laura Meyer.

Stoddard County, Missouri - Relay For Life of Stoddard County would like to invite all survivors to join u as they celebrate life at our annual Cancer Survivor’s Dinner.

The dinner honoring local survivors will be held on Tuesday, May 2nd at The Assembly in Bloomfield, MO.

Doors will open at 5:30 pm and dinner will be served at 6:00 pm.

Survivors and a guest are invited to join us for dinner, entertainment, and door prizes.

Please RSVP to Nikki Hanner, by calling 573-614-1401.

Dexter, Missouri - Preferred Hospice will host a "Ready for Lunch" fundraiser at 423 W. Business 60 in Dexter on Friday, April 28, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

BBQ with baked beans, Cole slaw, and a cookie for just $5.00.  All proceeds go to Relay for Life.

Call (573) 614-4774 for large order deliveries.

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Stoddard County, set to begin at 4:00 pm, May 5th through 12:01 am, at East City Park in Dexter, is a celebration of cancer survivorship and a fun way to raise the vital funds needed to help find a cure for cancer. The event will celebrate the lives of so many local residents who have survived cancer, while offering the hope of finding a cure.

Bernie, MO - The Bernie Chamber of Commerce has chosen the Winchester Place as their April 2017 Business of the Month.

Winchester Place is a Residential Care Facility that is the perfect place for your loved ones to find their own cozy "Home away from Home!" featuring Private Apartments, Private Suites and Semi-Private room options. All of our rooms have a kitchenette, private bathroom with walk in showers and beautiful views out our large windows. Their facility offers house keeping, three delicious home cooked meals a day and laundry services, with daily activities that everyone can enjoy.

Tammy Loughary, Administrator, would be glad to meet you and talk to you about your loved ones needs and see if we can help you in any way!

Winchester Place is also always open to new volunteers! From activities, one-on-one and out reach programs we would love to have your help! If you are interested in Volunteering or would love to share your special talent with our residents, such as singing, playing instruments or even teaching a painting class. You can call and talk to Winchester Places Activity Director anytime! For more information please call Ashley McGowan at 573-293-6705.  If you and your loved one would like to come see us for a tour of our facility give us a call or just stop by!!!

Dexter, MO - The Dexter Police Department is selling 2017 Special Olympics Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run shirts. 

All proceeds are sent to Missouri Special Olympics.

Dexter Special Olympics Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run will be May 23, 2017 at 10:00

The shirts can be purchased at the Dexter Police Department by contacting: Detective Capt Trevor Pulley at 573-624-5512 Ext 1 or via email:Trevor.pulley@dexterpd.com or stopping by the Dexter Police Department.

Short sleeve shirts come in Youth Medium - Adult XXL and are $15 each.  Adult 3XL and larger up to 6XL are $20 each.

Long sleeve shirts are $20 each and are green with a torch and flag on the front.

Please support the Dexter Police Department as they raise money for Special Olympics!