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The Dexter Police Department Needs Your Help
February 15th 2018 by Dee Loflin

From the Dexter Police Department: We need your help!
The white male in these pictures is the suspect in a strong arm robbery that occurred at Break Time Convenience Store on February 14th, 2018 around 10:42pm. The unknown man fled the scene on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash.
"We realize these aren't the quality of photos that we would like to have, but if you recognize this individual, please contact Detective Sergeant Cory Mills at 573-624-5512 or email: cory.mills@dexterpd.com"


Last Updated on February 15th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9qi/The-Dexter-Police-Department-Needs-Your-Help
Presidential Proclamation Honoring Victims of the Tragedy in Florida
February 15th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Presidential Proclamation Honoring the Victims of the Tragedy in Parkland, Florida
Our Nation grieves with those who have lost loved ones in the shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.
As a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the terrible act of violence perpetrated on February 14, 2018, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, February 19, 2018.
I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand eighteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-second.
DONALD J. TRUMP
President of the United States of America
Last Updated on February 15th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9qc/Presidential-Proclamation-Honoring-Victims-of-the-Tragedy-in-Florida
Dexter Police Dept Steps Up Seat Belt Enforcement
February 14th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Dexter Police Department Step Up Seat Belt Enforcement
Click It or Ticket
Dexter, Missouri - Dexter Police will be joining efforts with statewide law enforcement on February 15th for an aggressive “Click It or Ticket” mobilization to get more motorists to buckle up — and save more lives.
Despite evidence proving the benefits of wearing a seat belt, 16% of Missouri motorists are still not making it click. Even worse, 65% of occupants killed in 2017 crashes in Missouri were unrestrained.
“Local motorists should be prepared for stepped up Click It or Ticket enforcement,” said Chief Sammy Stone. “We’ll be out there to remind you seat belts can – and do – save lives.”
Buckle Up and Arrive Alive.
Last Updated on February 14th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9q8/Dexter-Police-Dept-Steps-Up-Seat-Belt-Enforcement
MO Army National Guard 1221st Meeting on Saturday
January 26th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Dexter, Missouri - The Missouri Army National Guard 1221st Transportation Unit "Reunion Crew" will hold their bi-monthly meeting on Saturday, January 27, 2018.
Location is Dexter BBQ and the time is 6 p.m.
Be sure to make a quick plan to attend.
Contact Don "Daddy Jack" Mathis with any questions about the meeting at (573) 624-2936.
Last Updated on January 26th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9l5/MO-Army-National-Guard-1221st-Meeting-on-Saturday
Hepatitis A Case Identified in Poplar Bluff, Missouri
January 25th 2018 by Dee Loflin

Poplar Bluff, Missouri - The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Butler County Health Department are investigating a case of Hepatitis A identified in a food handler that worked while potentially contagious at a Poplar Bluff restaurant.
Anyone who ate at the Huddle House in Poplar Bluff between January 3, 2018 and January 17, 2018, should watch for symptoms of Hepatitis A.
According to the release from the department, they are taking necessary measures to decrease the spread of the illness.
Customers who ate at the restaurant during the time frame should seek medical care if they have symptoms.
Symptoms develop between two and seven weeks after exposure and can include:
Fever
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Dark urine
Clay-colored stools
Joint pain
Jaundice (yellow skin and eyes)
Members of the public or providers with patients who are concerned about a potential exposure can call Butler County Health Department at 573-785-8478 or the Stoddard County Health Center at 573-568-4593.
Anyone can get vaccinated especially those working in the food industry. Again it is not a requirement or state law in Missouri that food handler/preparation employees receive the vaccination.
Ways to get the vaccine:
1. Contact your Insurance Company and see if the vaccination is covered.
2. Contact your provider/doctor and see if they carry the vaccination.
3. Contact the local health department and see if they carry the vaccination.
The Stoddard County Public Health Department does have the Hepatitis A vaccination available and it is a series of two shots six months apart. The cost is $80 for both a vaccination and booster.
Last Updated on January 25th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9l0/Hepatitis-A-Case-Identified-in-Poplar-Bluff-Missouri