Dexter, Missouri - On Saturday, July 25th the FORR (Freedom of the Road Riders) will host a Bike Show and Swap Meet at the Stoddard County Fairgrounds in Dexter.
Gates open at 10:00 a.m. and the public is encouraged to attend. Funnel cakes, shaved ice and other delicious treats will be available. There will be live music as well.
There is a $10 entry fee for bikes with nine classes to enter. Some of the classes are Stock Sportster, Trikes, Antique, Customer American, and Rat Bikes.
For almost 30 years this “local” bike club in Dexter has increased awareness of motorcycle related issues. They will have literature and brochures for people interested in learning more about FORR and motorcycle safety.
Have you ever thought about learning to ride a motorcycle? FORR can help you with that as well. They offer "riding courses" and information to help you obtain your motorcycle license and be more safe on the roads.
Mary Reeves has been a member for several years and feels motorcycle awareness is an important issue in the state of Missouri. FORR tries to have a representative in our state capitol almost every week congress is in session.
Proceeds from this event will be used to help the Freedom of the Road Riders to improve safety awareness as well as raise money for local charities. They are also very active in Toys for Tots for children.
If you would like to follow them on Facebook click HERE.
You don’t have to be a biker to come out and enjoy the bike show, just come out and support this great event!
Dexter, Missouri - Dexter Tumbling and Cheer in Dexter will begin a Competition Cheerleading Team this fall for girls ages eight - fourteen. Girls are required to have a round-off backhand spring!
These young ladies will compete in at least two competitions; one in Cape Girardeau and the other in Poplar Bluff and maybe one in St. Louis. Along with a couple of competitions the Cheerleading Team will perform a few exhibitions at local football and basketball games. They may even perform during the homecoming activities as well.
This brand new Cheerleading Team is being organized by Courtney Potts, DHS graduate along with Jessica Gott and because they are feeling out the number of participants have not set an exact date, but will more than likely practice for about two hours per week on Tuesdays. They are flexible and want to see how many girls sign-up for the team.
The Fall session is $60 per month with a few extra charges like choreographer fees, cheer uniform, shoes, and the cost of competitions. To offset some of the cost they will be doing several fundraisers.
The seasons run from August to April and All-Star Cheerleading is a “select” sport. It takes a full commitment form both the athlete and the family. The ability of all athletes to attend all practices will maximize the entire team’s ability to reach their full potential therefore practices are mandatory.
If you are interested or have questions please contact Courtney Potts at (573) 625-0671 or find her on Facebook by clicking HERE.
Shown in the photo is Courtney Potts, former Dexter High School Cheerleader and 2015 graduate.
Dexter, Missouri - Local residents Amanda Paige Cooper, Kara Flippin, and Baylee Cooper are hosting a 5k Run to raise money for A21. The race will be held on Saturday, September 12th beginning at 8:30 a.m. at WEST Park in Dexter.
A21 is a non-profit organization that has a goal to abolish slavery in the 21st century. They rescue victims from human trafficking and provide them support to recover physically and spiritually and equip them to get back on their feet.
“Most are completely oblivious to the fact that there is such a thing as modern day slavery,” commented organizer Kara Flippin. “Once we came to the understanding how real it was, we made the choice to not sit back and do nothing.”
The donation is $35; however they are offering an early bird special for $25 and that includes a t-shirt as well. Register before August 1st to get this special price.
Anyone who registers after August 22nd will not receive a t-shirt so be sure to register early!!
To register for the A215k Run click HERE. You may also send them an email at 1a21run@gmail.com.
“We would love for you to partner with us so we can make a difference together,” stated Baylee Cooper. “We need to spread the word. Not only about our 5k Run, but to educate people on how real slavery is today.”
For more information about Human Trafficking and A21 click HERE.
Poplar Bluff, Missouri- A few of Mrs. Mary Ruth Boone's senior piano students took part in a recital on June 19, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at a local Poplar Bluff Methodist Church.
Mrs. Boone, a retired choir director from Dexter, Missouri, has given piano lessons for many years. Three of her students who have just graduated high school are putting on a senior recital full of singing and piano playing.
Dana Ziomek, 18 of Poplar Bluff has been receiving lessons from Mrs. Boone since her junior year of high school. She has had great success in all of her musical endeavors. While her love of piano started a great deal of time before starting lessons with Mrs. Boone, Dana has grown musically from her lessons and hours dedicated to practicing. Dana played Sonata in D, movement 1; Sonata in Ab Op.110, movement 1; The Entertainer; Étude Op. 25, #1; Prelude in G Minor Op. 23; and accompanied Brooks and Coulton's duet of Amazing Grace.
Coulton Becker, 18 of Greenville has been receiving lessons from Mrs. Boone since his freshman year of high school. Coulton has taken both vocal and piano lessons. Since taking lessons from Mrs. Boone, Coulton has made a "1" rating at state solo and ensemble contest on vocal solos, which is the highest rating one can receive. He also made the All-State choir two years in a row. Coulton's lessons with Mrs. Boone as well as the time he spent practicing has made him musically successful. Coulton played Widmung, Ballade Op. 118 #3; A Simple Song; Vagabond; I Bought Me A Cat; Rapsodie; Solace; and Toccata.
Brooks Propst, 18 of Dexter has been receiving lessons from Mrs. Boone since second grade. He has taken both vocal and piano lessons. He has received one "1" for a vocal solo, and one "1" for a trombone solo. Brooks has been in the All-District choir for all six years of his singing career. Brooks played Fidelity; Sonata in D, movement 3 Rondo; Morceau Symphony; Marchin' On Up; My Heart's In The Highlands; Music of the Night; and Polichinelle.
Brooks and Coulton sang both Amazing Grace and Cindy as a duet.
Dexter, Missouri - Betty Hubbard won the Missouri Health Care Association (MHCA) District V 2015 Timeless Beauty Pageant recently held in Cape Girardeau.
Hubbard is a resident of the Golden Living Center in Dexter and competed in the pageant on June 26th. She will go on to compete against other Missouri state residents in Branson, Missouri at the Missouri Health Care Association Convention that will be held on August 24th.
MHCA will host their 67th Annual Convention with over 700 representatives of long term care facilities around the state. The trade show will be held on Monday and Tuesday showcasing more than 160 companies that will offer products to enhance the quality of care the residents of Missouri homes receive.
Events during the convention will include education sessions covering current “hot topics” in the long term care industry, the statewide Ms. Missouri Nursing Home Pageant, the trade show, Member Gala with the induction of the 2015-16 MHCA Board of Directors and will conclude with the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday.
Good Luck Ms. Betty and congratulations on your Timeless Title!
