Stoddard County, Missouri - Relay For Life of Stoddard County would like to invite all survivors to join u as they celebrate life at our annual Cancer Survivor’s Dinner.

The dinner honoring local survivors will be held on Tuesday, May 2nd at The Assembly in Bloomfield, MO.

Doors will open at 5:30 pm and dinner will be served at 6:00 pm.

Survivors and a guest are invited to join us for dinner, entertainment, and door prizes.

Please RSVP to Nikki Hanner, by calling 573-614-1401.

Dexter, Missouri - Preferred Hospice will host a "Ready for Lunch" fundraiser at 423 W. Business 60 in Dexter on Friday, April 28, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

BBQ with baked beans, Cole slaw, and a cookie for just $5.00.  All proceeds go to Relay for Life.

Call (573) 614-4774 for large order deliveries.

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Stoddard County, set to begin at 4:00 pm, May 5th through 12:01 am, at East City Park in Dexter, is a celebration of cancer survivorship and a fun way to raise the vital funds needed to help find a cure for cancer. The event will celebrate the lives of so many local residents who have survived cancer, while offering the hope of finding a cure.

Bernie, MO - The Bernie Chamber of Commerce has chosen the Winchester Place as their April 2017 Business of the Month.

Winchester Place is a Residential Care Facility that is the perfect place for your loved ones to find their own cozy "Home away from Home!" featuring Private Apartments, Private Suites and Semi-Private room options. All of our rooms have a kitchenette, private bathroom with walk in showers and beautiful views out our large windows. Their facility offers house keeping, three delicious home cooked meals a day and laundry services, with daily activities that everyone can enjoy.

Tammy Loughary, Administrator, would be glad to meet you and talk to you about your loved ones needs and see if we can help you in any way!

Winchester Place is also always open to new volunteers! From activities, one-on-one and out reach programs we would love to have your help! If you are interested in Volunteering or would love to share your special talent with our residents, such as singing, playing instruments or even teaching a painting class. You can call and talk to Winchester Places Activity Director anytime! For more information please call Ashley McGowan at 573-293-6705.  If you and your loved one would like to come see us for a tour of our facility give us a call or just stop by!!!

Dexter, MO - The Dexter Police Department is selling 2017 Special Olympics Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run shirts. 

All proceeds are sent to Missouri Special Olympics.

Dexter Special Olympics Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run will be May 23, 2017 at 10:00

The shirts can be purchased at the Dexter Police Department by contacting: Detective Capt Trevor Pulley at 573-624-5512 Ext 1 or via email:Trevor.pulley@dexterpd.com or stopping by the Dexter Police Department.

Short sleeve shirts come in Youth Medium - Adult XXL and are $15 each.  Adult 3XL and larger up to 6XL are $20 each.

Long sleeve shirts are $20 each and are green with a torch and flag on the front.

Please support the Dexter Police Department as they raise money for Special Olympics!

Dexter, Missouri - The Stoddard County Nutrition Center aka Dexter Senior Center lunch menu for Monday, April 17, 2017 - Friday, April 21, 2017.

The Dexter Senior Center is located at 23 W. Stoddard St. in historic downtown Dexter.

You don't have to be a senior to eat.  They serve lunch from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and the cost is $3.50 for seniors and $5.00 for non-seniors.

Monday - Whole grain fettuccine alfredo with chicken, Italian blend vegetables, lettuce salad, garlic breadstick and cookie.

Monday Activities - Bewitched at 10:30 a.m. Toss 'N Talk at 11:00 a.m. and BINGO at 1:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 18th - Spinach, bacon and egg quiche, country potatoes, biscuit & gravy, and applesauce cake.

Tuesday Activities - Sit & motion at 11:00 a.m., singing at 11:30 a.m. and nail spa at 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 19th - Finger lickin' chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, peas and carrots, whole grain roll and chocolate cake.

Wednesday Activities - Activity Chair BINGO at 11:00 a.m. and old westerns at 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 20th - Chopped steak with mushrooms & onions, baked potato, Brussels Sprouts, whole grain bread and banana pudding.

Thursday Activities - Name 10 To Play at 11:00 a.m., Dexter Senior Choir at 12:30 p.m. and Arts & Crafts at 1 p.m.

Friday, April 21st - Broccoli, rice, and ham casserole, catfish, potato salad, slaw, hushpuppies, and pineapple upside down cake.

Friday Activities - Finish Lines at 11:00 a.m. and My Community Guest Speaker at 1:00 p.m.