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Bootheel Recycling Price Sheet! Save the Environment and Reycle
July 28th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Bootheel Recycling Price Sheet!  Save the Environment and Reycle
Dexter, Missouri - "Bootheel Recycling is a Missouri scrap metal recycling company whose customer base includes regional utility companies, large manufacturing businesses, tool and die shops, local Dexter scrap dealers, haulers, farmers and individuals across Southeast Missouri and Arkansas."

"We comply vigilantly with the laws set forth by OSHA, EPA, federal and Missouri. Our scrap metal recycling policies are honest and transparent. Our scales are certified yearly and calibrated twice a year. We belong to the Chamber of Commerce and the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries. We are OSHA 10 certified. We have the highest graded material in the industry."

"We buy most forms of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including copper, aluminum, stainless steel, brass, scrap iron, radiators and catalytic converters. Please consult our Scrap Metal Selling Guide to find out more about how to sell scrap metal, and how to get the most money for your scrap metal. The best indication of our success is our loyal customer base. We are nice people with good business practices. We have a very high level of return business, and our new customers often come to us by way of referral."

"Our friendly customer service staff will ensure that your recycling experience is simple and hassle-free. Our modern and streamlined processing system allows us to offer competitive prices. Please contact us today if you would like to inquire about our services."

Check out their website by clicking HERE.

Last Updated on July 28th 2017 by Dee Loflin




Stoddard County Route FF will be Closed for Pavement Repairs
July 28th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Stoddard County Route FF will be Closed for Pavement Repairs
Route FF in Stoddard County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs. 

This section of roadway is located from Route 60 to Route E.

Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, July 31 through Thursday, Aug. 10 from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Open for local traffic only.

The work zone will be marked with signs.  Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636).

Last Updated on July 28th 2017 by Dee Loflin




Sales Tax Holiday is August 4th - 6th
July 28th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Sales Tax Holiday is August 4th - 6th

Missouri - The annual Sales Tax Holiday is set for Friday, August 4th, Saturday, August 5th, and Sunday, August 6th in Stoddard County.

On these particular days certain back-to-school items such as clothing, school supplies, computers, and various other needed items are exempt from sales tax.

The sales tax holiday applies to state and local sales taxes when a local jurisdiction chooses to participate.  However some local jurisdictions choose to not participate in the holiday.

If one or all of your local taxing jurisdictions are not participating in the sales tax holiday, the state's portion of the tax rate (4.255%) will remain exempt for the sale of qualifying sales tax holiday items.

The sales tax exemption is limited to:

1.  Clothing - any article having a taxable value of less than $100.  (a fur coat valued at $250 would not fit in this category)

2.  School supplies - not to exceed $50 per purchase (if you are buying for three children, you might want to get your spouse to go through the line or come back more than one time to get your items)

3.  Computer software - taxable value of $350 or less.

4.  Personal computers - not to exceed $1,500.

5.  Computer peripheral devices - not to exceed $1,500.

6.  Graphing Calculators - not to exceed $150.

Please note:

Clothing is defined as any article of wearing apparel, including footwear, intended to be worn on or about the human body.  That does not include watches, watchbands, jewelry, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands, or belt buckles.

School supplies are defined as any item normally used by students in a standard classroom for education proposes, including but not limited to, textbooks, notebooks, paper, writing instruments, crayons, art supplies, rulers, book bags, backpacks, handheld calculators, chalk, maps, and globes.  The term shall NOT include watches, radios, CD Players, headphones, sporting equipment, portable or desktop telephones, copiers or other office equipment, furniture, or fixtures.

Link to cities NOT participating; therefore you will pay the city sales tax!  Click HERE.

Link to counties NOT participating; therefore you will pay the county sales tax! Click HERE.  Stoddard is NOT participating.


Last Updated on July 28th 2017 by Dee Loflin




Stoddard County Route FF will be Closed for Pavement Repairs
July 27th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Stoddard County Route FF will be Closed for Pavement Repairs
 Route FF in Stoddard County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs. 

This section of roadway is located from Route 60 to Route E.

Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, July 31 through Thursday, Aug. 10 from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Open for local traffic only.

The work zone will be marked with signs.  Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

Last Updated on July 27th 2017 by Frank M. Kromann




Moreland Auction, August 5th in Dexter
July 26th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Moreland Auction, August 5th in Dexter

Dexter, Missouri - Moreland Auction will be at 16494 Terrace Dr in Dexter on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the home of Steve and Diane Mitchell.  A public auction will begin at 9:00 a.m. with real estate and firearms auction beginning at 11 a.m.  Rain or shine and concessions will be available.

Items are very clean.  Terms are cash or approved good check, all items are "as is".  Moreland Auction is not responsible for accidents.  Announcements made the day of Sale takes precedence over printed or implied.

Here are some items up for auction, this is not a complete list:

Vintage and Collectibles: Wurlitzer Piano, African Mahogany Chifferobe, full bed, unique rocking chair, dresser with glass top on rollers, and concrete planters.

Furniture:  Thomasville Cherry king bedroom suite, buffet, entertainment center, side tables, overstuffed microfiber chairs and ottoman, leather ottoman, 50" flat screen, 46" flat screen, corner shelf, book case, wicker stand, drop leaf table, plastic shelves, metal shelving, and wing back chair.

Miscellaneous: Sewing machine and cabinet, wheel chair, handicapped porta potty, walker, purses, women's shoes (9-10), and costume jewelry.

Household Items: Large ornate mirror, pictures, artificial flowers, Christmas decorations, linens, table lamps, glassware, candles, fig tree, and bissell vacuum cleaner.

Kitchen: Blue Garland Bavarian Backstamp by Johann Haviland, Pfaltzgraff dinnerware, small kitchen appliances, and ice cream maker.

Tools & Etc:  Electric power tools, wrenches, air tank, dolly, boss hog rechargeable weed eater, electric blower, garage cabinets, metal posts, trash cans, extension cords, Sentry safe, and stool with castors.

Angler: Glass minnow traps, 2 sets of waders, Fishing Tackle and Rods & Reels.

Lawn & Garden: Long handle tools, ladders, garden way big wheel cart, beach canopy, beach umbrellas, hummingbird feeders, coolers, lawn chairs, water hoes, and yard lights.

Appliances: Whirlpool washer and dryer and Whirlpool small chest freezer.

Firearms: Winchester Model 97 12 gauge, Marlin Glenfield Semi Automatic 22LR Model 60, and Stevens model 311 410 Double Barrel.

Location: 16494 Terrace Drive in Dexter.  9:00 a.m. start time with real estate and firearms at 11 a.m.


Last Updated on July 26th 2017 by Dee Loflin




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