Dexter, Missouri - Dexter's Tree Board will host their annual Tree Sale on April 27, 2019 from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
The Tree Sale will be in the lot across from the Caboose in downtown Dexter behind Jean and Company.
"We've been having annual sales for about 15-18 years," commented Tree Board Member Wayne Jean. "Our trees now are planted here in Dexter, grown and cared for and have wintered here for a couple of years before we sell to the public. They are also native to this region and can handle our climate and soil."
There will be a variety of trees from Crepe Myrtles, Oak, Maple, Red Buds, Japanese Cherries, (like the ones planted downtown Dexter), Cypress and even some Dogwoods. Prices will range from around $12 - $20 per tree depending on the type of tree.
"Proceeds from the tree sale will go to beautification projects like planting the trees down Stoddard Street and side streets in downtown Dexter," continued Jean.
Serving on the Dexter Tree Board are Wayne Jean, Herman Morse, Leonard Morse, Corey Bennett, Bennetta Harrellson, and Judy Thurston.
Dexter, Missouri - Keller Public Library April 2019 Story Hour Programs have been set. On Tuesday, April 2nd there will not be a story hour due to Election Day. Story Hours are open to the public and begin at 10:15 a.m. each Tuesday.
April 9th "Terrific Turtles" with Dee Loflin, ShowMe Times! Come out and see live turtles and Chomper, the Sulcata Tortoise! Have your picture made and enjoy some fun crafts.
April 16th "Hop, Hop, Hoppy Easter!" with Amy Ellinghouse and Mendy Bell.
April 23rd "Amazing Ambulances" presented by James Martin, Stoddard County Ambulance District.
April 30th "Healthy Kids, Happy Kids" presented by Tory Sherman, Pediatrics at SoutheastHEALTH of Stoddard County.
Puxico, Missouri - The Puxico Police Department and Fire Department are collecting gently worn, used and new shoes. Beginning April 1, 2019 - July 11, 2019 you can donate shoes at the police department or at Bill's Market.
There will be one pick-up date on April 13, 2019 from door to door. All you have to do is collect shoes together and place them in a bag or box and place on the door step and they will be picked up that day.
The group they are using for the shoe drive will give .40 cents per pound of shoes at the end of the year to help children at Christmas.
If you have any questions contact Chief Rick Sheren or Cpl. Brandon Throop at (573) 222-3565.
Collected shoes are used to support micro-enterprise vendors. These are small businesses in developing nations and are typically operated by one person or a small family.
Dexter, Missouri - The Stray will perform live in concert on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Dexter High school.
Admission is free.
Guest speaker will be Brad Hurtig.
"Brad Hurtig was a student-athlete in a small town in Northwest Ohio. Only days after finishing his sophomore year of high school, a devastating accident resulted in the amputation of both of Brad’s hands."
"Through hard work and determination Brad soon rejoined his high school football team. In his senior year, Brad led his team defense, recording 111 tackles and received all-state honors all while playing with no hands. Brad’s inspirational story of triumph quickly captured national headlines."
"Now Brad is taking his life-changing message to students across the nation."
The concert and speaker is sponsored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
The Dexter Kiwanis Club recently made a donation to the UCAN (United Cancer Assistance Network).
On hand for the check presentation were Kim Sifford, Kiwanis member, Pat Danner, UCAN, and Allen Walker, Kiwanis President.
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