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Do You Love Archery, Shooting, and Working with Youth?
July 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
Do you love archery, muzzle loading, shotguns, pistols or rifles and working with youth?
If so, 4-H is the place for you! 4-H is looking for volunteers to expand our shooting sports project in the area.
This would consist of meeting with youth at least once a month for a minimum of one hour each month.
Hours are very flexible since you can set the schedule yourself! The next 4-H Shooting Sports Certification Workshop is October 6th - 8th in Fredericktown, MO.
The cost is $90 and this includes 5 meals, lodging, and workshop materials, but there is a grant to reimburse costs after the training.
The deadline for registration is August 1, but classes fill up fast so don’t delay!
If you are interested or would like more information please contact Stephanie Milner, 4-H Youth Specialist at 573-686-8064.
Last Updated on July 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v7u9/Do-You-Love-Archery-Shooting-and-Working-with-Youth
Missouri Joins Five States to Launch Enforcement Blitz Against Speeding
July 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine!
Missouri law enforcement officials have announced they will conduct a speed enforcement blitz throughout the state from July 21-July 23, 2017. "Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine" is an intensified effort to crack down on speeding. Similar crackdown efforts are occurring across the region in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Arkansas and Oklahoma. Up and down the highways and roadways of these states in the country's midsection, officers will be ticketing anyone exceeding the speed limit.
"Speeding translates to death on our roadways. It greatly reduces a driver's ability to steer safely around another vehicle, a hazardous object - or an unexpected curve. Speeding drivers put themselves, their passengers and other drivers at tremendous risk. All drivers need to be on alert - the posted speed limit is the law. When it comes to speeding, no more warnings and no more excuses - Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine," said Susan DeCourcy, Regional Administrator NHTSA Region 7.
National and Statewide speeding deaths
In 2015, speeding was a contributing factor in 27 percent of all fatal crashes in the U.S. and more than 9,500 lives were lost in such crashes, according to the latest data available from the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
In Missouri during 2015, there were 869 total traffic fatalities with 310 of them (36 percent) speeding related.
"During the "Obey the Sign or Pay the Fine" blitz in Missouri, officers will intensify enforcement of posted speed limits in Missouri. We'll stop and ticket anyone caught speeding - especially on Interstates 70, 44, 55, 35, where most of our speed-related crashes occur," said Colonel Sandra Karsten of the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Last Updated on July 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v7u5/Missouri-Joins-Five-States-to-Launch-Enforcement-Blitz-Against-Speeding
Missouri Expecting Many Visitors to View August 21st Solar Eclipse
July 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
MoDOT is preparing for an influx of people traveling on Missouri highways on August 21st. Missourians will have the chance to experience a total solar eclipse mid-afternoon.
The beginning phase of the eclipse will start at approximately 11:45 a.m. when the moon begins to cross over the sun. The time of the total eclipse, when the moon entirely blocks the sun's bright face, will begin at 1:06 p.m. in St. Joseph and travel diagonally across Missouri to Perryville at 1:21 p.m.
After the brief moments of total eclipse, the moon will move off the sun until it completes the process at approximately 2:45 p.m. The only time you can look directly at the eclipse without eye protection is during the time of totality and only if you are located in the path of totality. Events across the state are planned for this unique astronomical event. An additional 1.2 million people are expected to visit Missouri beginning Aug.18 and leaving most likely by Aug. 22.
Motorists are also advised to expect heavy traffic on Missouri's interstates and all roads inside the area of the total eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21. Extreme congestion is expected once the eclipse passes in the afternoon. Viewers of the eclipse should leave early for their viewing location, stay put and then leave late to avoid the heavy congestion after the total eclipse.
MoDOT has safe driving tips on our website, like: Plan ahead and allow extra travel time to reach your viewing destination. For more safe driving tips click here - http://www.modot.org/eclipse/. For more information on the eclipse, visit the State of Missouri website - https://www.mo.gov/eclipse/. |
Last Updated on July 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v7u3/Missouri-Expecting-Many-Visitors-to-View-August-21st-Solar-Eclipse
Jack Huffman Retirement
July 18th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - First Midwest Bank in Dexter will host an Open House in honor of Jack Huffman's retirement.
The event will take place on Friday, July 28, 2017 from 11:00 am. - 2:00 p.m. at the Business 60 location.
This is a walk-in event and the public is encouraged to attend.
Please join First Midwest Bank and congratulate Jack on his retirement!
Last Updated on July 18th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v7t0/Jack-Huffman-Retirement
Dorena-Hickman Ferry Closed for Repair
July 15th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dorena, Missouri - The Dorena-Hickman Ferry is closed due to a mechanical issue according to officials with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet.
Repairs will be made Sunday, July 16 when a mechanic arrives. The ferry will be closed for the remainder Saturday, July 15 and will likely be closed part of the day Sunday.
For more info on the Dorena-Hickman Ferry and a schedule of operating hours go to http://www.dorena-hickmanferryboat.com/.
The Dorena-Hickman Ferry connects KY 1354 at Hickman, Kentucky, with Missouri Route A and Route 77 near Dorena, Missouri.
Last Updated on July 15th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v7ss/DorenaHickman-Ferry-Closed-for-Repair