Dexter, Missouri - The Crowley's Ridge Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution presented colors to the Keller Public Library in appreciation for the use of their beautiful facility for their monthly meetings and special events.

"The Flag of the United States of American and the Missouri State Flag are dedicated to the use of the library and their community of patrons," commented Glynda Bates, DAR Chapter Regent.

Also presented was a Certificate of Appreciation to the library and Staff and Board of Trustees with special thanks for the use of the library, and for the friendly, accommodating personalities of the director and staff.  Pam Trammell, Director of Keller Public Library, graciously accepted the certificate on behalf of the library and was overwhelmed by the donation of two beautiful flags.

Shown in the photo from left to right are Debbie VanSlyke, Keller Library Board of Director representative, Pam Trammell, Director and Librarian, and Glynda Bates, DAR

Bloomfield, Missouri - The annual JAKES Day sponsored by the Crowley's Ridge Limbhangers Local Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation is slated for Saturday, June 10, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Stars and Stripes Museum in Bloomfield.  Registration is at 7:30 a.m.

This is a FREE event fro ages 5 - 17 years old.  Parents and their children will enjoy a fun filled event with activities to include gun safety training, archery shoot, primitive skills, water safety, Smokey the Bear, candy cannon, and more demonstrations.

Lunch will be provided.

The Stars and Stripes Museum is located on Highway 25 next to the Missouri Veterans Cemetery.

JAKES is dedicated to informing, educating and involving youth in wildlife conservation and the wise stewardship of our natural resources.

NWTF chapters provide youth chances to explore their outdoor world through fun events that help pass on the traditions of responsible hunting, teach the principles of habitat management, hunting ethics and safety.

Dexter, Missouri - It's never to early to start planning for BEARCAT HOMECOMING 2017!  The Committee held their first meeting this week and are well on their way to making this the best ever celebration! The annual Bearcat Community Homecoming Tailgate will be held on September 22, 2017 beginning at 4:30 p.m.  Homecoming Coronation will begin at 6:30 p.m. with the kick-off of the Dexter Bearcats football game vs the Caruthersville Tigers at 7:00 p.m.

The Tailgate will be at Charles Bland Stadium archway.  Spaces are available for $75 each which is about equal to two parking spaces, enough room for a 10x10 tent and a little space to have a game, facepainting, or grill to cook on, etc.

All profits are given back to student organizations of Dexter Public Schools. 

Contact the Dexter Chamber of Commerce at (573) 624-7458.  Spaces must be paid for no later than September 15, 2017.  To get the best spaces, reserve early and pay as soon as possible.

Dexter, Missouri - Thanks to golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and family as well as the amazing community who provide support and are generous with donations, the 18FORE Life grass roots charity organization was able to send out $87,000 in Love Offerings today.

That's 87 families fighting against cancer!  18FORE Life also reached an amazing goal!  They have now surpassed their $2 millionth dollar totaling $2,026,000.00.  What a truly dedicated charity!!

It all began in 1999 as a way for good friends to get together and do something good for others in the community.  Today, it has given hope and a helping hand to those fighting cancer.

This extraordinary weekend is here and it all begins tonight with a banquet to dedicate the memory of Ben Kruse, who together with his brother Scott, and some friends, wanted to do something great to genuinely help people in need.

When Ben’s life was tragically cut short in August of 2004, his work was carried on through his brother and all who came together on that first weekend so many years ago. 

The Ben Kruse 18FORE Life Foundation has now given over two million dollars in love offers thanks to the kind and generous donations of people in our community.

Dexter, Missouri - Each year the Larry B. Jones H.O.P.E. Campaign raises money for 18FORE Life.  T-shirts are sold and memorial donations were also given when Kathy Jones passed away in August of 2016.  In all more than $17,000 was raised by the charity and to date more than $85,000 has been raised since 2011.

Below is a letter from the family of Larry and Kathy Jones.........

Dear Supporters of the H.O.P.E. Campaign and 18 FORE Life:

Thank you so very much for your t-shirt order and/or donation!  We are pleased to share with you that we sold over 200 t-shirts this year!  This past year, including memorial donations, a HUGE fundraiser led by Lora’s sister-in-law, Fara, at St. Frances Cabrini School in Michigan, and this year’s t-shirt sales, we’ve been able to give a total of over $17,000 to 18 FORE Life.  This is SEVENTEEN $1,000 donations that have blessed families going through some of the scariest and most stressful times in their lives.

In the past six years, since we lost Dad in 2011, the H.O.P.E. Campaign has raised over $85,500 for area cancer warriors and individuals faced with life-threatening illness.  This is amazing!  We could not have done this without your help.  Our family knows personally the gifts received with each $1,000 “love offering” that is given, and we’re honored to work with you so that together we can bless others with gifts of hope, love and encouragement.  

When we lost Mom this past August, we renamed our charity the “Larry & Kathy Jones Family H.O.P.E. Campaign.”  This year, our new t-shirts reflect our new name.  The design idea came easily this year.  We used a photo that we took from our parents’ farm the afternoon that our mother passed away.  The sky was absolutely beautiful and so peaceful that day.  There were three distinct sunrays, which are significant for us; we continue this Campaign of Healing, Optimism, Prayer and Example to honor the memories of Dad, Mom and our sister, Sara.  We hope you like the new t-shirts, and we thank you for your continued support of the H.O.P.E. Campaign as we continue to raise prayers, funds and hope for area cancer warriors and individuals faced with life-threatening illnesses.  

We are truly honored to be part of such a wonderful community of people who offer so much support and encouragement, which allows us to help give back in this way.  We could not do any of this without you.  We thank God for each of you.  

Thank you so much for helping us give back!  Your support means so much!
                 
For additional information, you may e-mail us at: larrybjoneshopecampaign@yahoo.com or visit: www.18forelife.com