Dexter, MO - The Dexter Chamber of Commerce held their 2020 Awards Banquet at The Gathering on Saturday, February 8th. The Organization of the Year went to C.L.A.S.S. - Communities Loving and Supporting Students. On hand were Senator Doug Libla and 151st State Representative Herman Morse to present resolutions from the MO House and MO Senate.
Presenting the Organization of the Year Awards was Matt Ternes.
This organization has over 50 volunteers and has done in such a short time speaks volumes as to the magnitude they have played in our community The central goal of this organization is to provide a level playing field for students , so they can focus more on their education and less on their clothing.
In 2019 this organization and its volunteers were able to provide 104 students each with three complete outfits, socks, underclothing, pajamas, tennis shoes, and a winter coat. They currently serve Richland, Bernie, and Dexter school districts and work closely with school counselors teachers, and administrators. It is evident how much heart and dedication this organization has to the betterment of our students and their education.
Dexter, MO - The Dexter Police Department will participate in the Law Enforcement Special Olympic Torch Run again this year! The date for the Torch Run will be in May and the route will be from Business 60 at Wal-Mart to MO 25 at On the Go.
Each year several agencies from the surrounding area participate in the Special Olympics Torch Run. The Dexter Police Department is selling shirts to raise money for their cause.
The shirts can be purchased by contacting the Trevor Pulley, Chief of Police at (573) 624-5512 or send an email to trevor.pulley@dexterpd.com.
Please support the Dexter Police Department as they raise money for Special Olympics!
"Known as Guardians of the Flame, law enforcement members and Special Olympics athletes carry the “Flame of Hope” into Opening Ceremonies of local competitions. They also carry it into Special Olympics State, Provincial, National, Regional and World Games. There are over 97,000 law enforcement members that carry the “Flame of Hope” annually. The flame symbolizes courage and celebration of diversity uniting communities around the globe.
Torch Run has grown over the years and now includes many fundraising platforms. These platforms include: Plane Pulls, Polar Plunges, Tip-A-Cops, and more. Since the beginning, LETR has raised over $600 million for Special Olympics programs.
As retired Chief Richard LaMunyon once said, “What started in 1981…as a flicker of hope for Special Olympics has now become a roaring flame of stability for Special Olympics athletes worldwide.” LETR is changing the future for people with intellectual disabilities. Through the LETR and Special Olympics partnership we are lighting the way for acceptance and inclusion."
Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Rotary Club received a Community Assistance Project Grant for 2019. this CAP Grant is designed to be used to support small projects that address a specific community need.
"This year we chose to assist the Regional Healthcare Foundation’s Mother-to-Mother Program," stated Hank Trout, Dexter Rotary Club member. "Their mission is to create self-confident young parents with hope for the future through education, support and services in partnership with the community. This project will assist approximately 14 young women, under the age of 24, and their families, to help ensure that children and families are free to grow and reach their full potential in a nurturing, healthy and safe environment."
The Dexter Rotary Club received $1,000.00 through the CAP grant and matched the grant with $1,000.00 of their local club funds.
The Dexter Rotary Club purchased ten convertible cribs, five toddler cribs and toddler bed mattresses and five safety convertible car seats to donate.
Dexter Rotary Club is a service organization whose purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian service and to advance goodwill and peace around the world. The club meets weekly at Hickory Log Restaurant at noon each Tuesday.
Pictured from left to right are Bill Boone, Rotary Club Member, Hank Trout, Rotary Club Member, Teresa Overall, Mother-to-Mother Program, Larry Chamness, Rotary Club Member, Jack Rodgers, Rotary Club Members.
Dexter, Missouri - Keller Public Library Children's Story Hours for February 2020. Story hours are each Tuesday at 10:15 a.m.
Tuesday, February 4, 2020 - "Busy as a Bee" - Presented by Jana Jennings, Farm Bureau.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020 - "Very Valentine" - Presented by Teresa Overall, Regional Healthcare Foundation.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 - "Jungle Jam" - Presented by Joeli Barbour, KDEX
Tuesday, February 25, 2020 - "Green Eggs and Ham" - Presented by Matt DePro, Elara Caring
Bloomfield, Missouri - In 2009, Julie Dodd, a kindergarten teacher at Bloomfield and a wonderfully skilled photographer was inspired along with her friend, Amy Ellinghouse, also a skilled photographer decided to give back during the holidays.
The Claus for a Cause is a one day annual event slated for Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Bloomfield. Come get your photo made with Santa!
Picture packages range from $10 to $25 and no appointment is necessary.
Trinity United Methodist Church is located at 704 W. Missouri Street in Bloomfield. The public is encouraged to attend and everyone is welcome to stop in. There will also be lots of games and things to do along with meeting Santa!
