Fly the United States Flag at Half-Staff Immediately Until Sunset on Friday, February 26, 2021 Remembering the 500,000 Americans Lost to COVID-19
A Proclamation on Remembering the 500,000 Americans Lost to COVID-19
February 22, 2021 • Presidential Actions
As of this week during the dark winter of the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 500,000 Americans have now died from the virus. That is more Americans who have died in a single year of this pandemic than in World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War combined. On this solemn occasion, we reflect on their loss and on their loved ones left behind. We, as a Nation, must remember them so we can begin to heal, to unite, and find purpose as one Nation to defeat this pandemic.
In their memory, the First Lady and I will be joined by the Vice President and the Second Gentleman for a moment of silence at the White House this evening. I ask all Americans to join us as we remember the more than 500,000 of our fellow Americans lost to COVID-19 and to observe a moment of silence at sunset. I also hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and on 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 26, 2021. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period 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 twenty-second day of February, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-one, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-fifth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.
Dexter, MO - The Dexter Bee Club will have a beginners beekeeper workshop on Saturday, February 27th at 9 .m. This is an all day workshop and the cost is $35.
This will include a 1 year membership to the Dexter Bee Club, a beginner's booklet, and lunch will be provided.
Tyler Sparkman will be the instructor and the location will be at Pleasant Grove Community Church, 13798 State Hwy H in Dexter. Please RSVP by calling Steve Babb at 421-0010 or Jeremy Bradshaw at 820-2081.
There will also by a drawing among the attendees for a nuc of bees and a hive body from Jake and Andrea Knight.
The class is open to the public! If you are interested in raising bees or just learning more about them, this is a wonderful beginner's bee course.
The president of the Dexter Bee Club is Steve Babb, Vice President is Jeremy Bradshaw and the Treasurer is Angie Laden.
Bee Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at Three Rivers College in Dexter at 6 pm
WB Route 60 in Scott, New Madrid and Stoddard Counties Reduced for Guardrail Repairs
Westbound U.S. Route 60 in Scott, New Madrid and Stoddard Counties will be reduced to one lane with a 10-foot width restriction as contractor crews perform guardrail repairs.
The following lane closures will be in place on Route 60:
Work will extend from Route AA in Scott County to Route E in New Madrid County. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 1 through Monday, March 8 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
Work will extend from Route BB in New Madrid County to County Road 589 in Stoddard County. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 8 through Monday, March 15 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
Work will extend from Route FF in Stoddard County to Route WW in Stoddard County. Weather permitting, work will take place Monday, March 15 through Monday, March 22 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
The work zones will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near these areas.
For additional information, contact Resident Engineer Brian Holt at (573) 243-0899, MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636)
We want to thank all candidates that sought election for the Stoddard County Extension Council and to the voters who made the election a success. The turn-out was great and the votes were close but only four (4) could be chosen.
The following persons were elected for two (2) year terms on the Stoddard County Extension Council: James Childers, Dexter; Pamela Elder, Bloomfield; Jennifer Hampton, Dexter and Kelly Midkiff, Dexter.
We look forward to the knowledge and the areas of expertise these new members will bring with them starting their journey in March 2021.
Stoddard County, MO - The USDA Farm Service Agency currently has a vacancy for a Temporary Program Technician job available in Stoddard County.
This vacancy is for a Temporary Program Technician and my be converted as a permanent position.
The open application period is from February 12, 2021 - February 26, 2021.
Grade potential will be based on education, work experience, agricultural knowledge, and background.
Applicants should possess strong customer service skills, a positive attitude and computer knowledge.
Interested individuals should apply online by clicking HERE.
Responsibilities
Carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to one or more of the program areas administered in the county.
Interpreting and explaining procedures, program regulations and forms to producers and other agency personnel.
Utilizing various web-based software applications to maintain producer data and processing automated forms.
Using a high degree of initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assigned tasks and resolving problems encountered.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
For questions or for more information regarding the vacancy, please contact Brandi Tatum at 573-624-5939, ext 2.
USDA FSA is an Equal Opportunity Provider, Employer and Lender.
