A SILVER Advisory was issued for a missing man believed to be endangered.
Melvin Malone, 71, left Tuesday morning, May 17 to go to his son’s house on Russell Street in Kennett, but he never arrived.
Malone was described as 5-feet, 6-inches tall and 148 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was wearing a gray sweater and gray pants.
Troopers report he has dementia and Alzheimer’s.
They believe he was driving a 2013 Chrysler 200 with Missouri plates VC6U3K.
The car was last seen in the 500 block of Slicer Street in Kennett.
According to the highway patrol, Malone has been known to travel long distances before and unaware of where he is when he arrives.
Anyone with information is asked to call 911 immediately or the Kennett Police Department at 573-888-4622.
Dexter, MO - The Dexter Board of Aldermen passed two ordinance on Monday at its April meeting.
The first ordinance authorizes the city to execute a block grant agreement with the MO Highway and Transportation Commission for a sum not to exceed $774,258.00. The city of Dexter will match these funds of $55,528 total. This grant will allow the construction of two box hangars at the Dexter Municipal Airport.
The second ordinance was the acceptance of a bid from Clark and Sons Excavating, LLC in the amount of $697,890.00 for the construction of the said hangars at the airport.
The board approved both ordinances meaning the block grant will be adjusted down in accordance with the bid and the matching funds the city will pay will also be adjusted down.
Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Alisha Trammell spoke on behalf of the Economic Development Board stated that the American Rescue Plan was signed by President Biden on March 11, 2021. This plan will bring $5,629,220.00 to Stoddard County in COVID-19 relief. These funds will be distributed by the county in two parts with half of the funds in about two to three months and the other half in 2022. Funds must be used by 2024.
The cities within Stoddard County will also receive funds based on populations. Dexter will receive an estimated $1,439,426.55. These funds will also be dispersed in two parts.
Allowable uses of the funds defined by the plan are to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic or the resulting negative economic effects, provide “premium pay” to essential public workers (up to a maximum premium of $13/hour or $25,000 per worker), provide services (equivalent to the amount of revenue loss due to the pandemic) and invest in improvements to water, sewer or broadband infrastructure. The funds cannot be used for revenue replacement due to tax cuts. Further guidance will be received from the U.S. Treasury on the distribution of the funds.
The Paycheck Protection Program has been extended until May 31.
The board approved a $10,000 donation to the Rib City Shootout event. Mary Worley, representing the Tourism Committee, said the committee met for the first time since Jan. 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She asked the board to approve giving $10,000 to the Rib City Shootout events during the summer. The donation will come from the tourism tax.
Jamie Rowe, Dexter Parks and Recreation Director discussed the ribbon cutting for Lucy's Dog Park located at 401 W. Market St. on Friday, April 16th at noon. The grand opening will be on Saturday with games for the dogs, dog races and food trucks will be on hand.
She also asked for a temporary liquor license for El Cabrito for the Grille It Up event at East Park scheduled for July 9th and 10th. A shuttle will be available to take those in attendance from the park to the airport where a North American B-25 Mitchell bomber will be on display for the event.
Frank Killian resigned as board president. Terry Battles was elected as the new Dexter Board of Aldermen president. Killian said due to his current obligations he was unable to attend events.
Dexter Mayor Jason Banken reappointed Adam Sadler and Bonnie Howard to two-year terms on the Parks and Recreation board. Banken also reappointed Brad Warner to a five-year term on the Airport Board.
The southbound lane on Sycamore St. is temporarily closed due to repairs needed under the bridge at Arvin Road and Sycamore. Water has washed away material under the bridge. However the bridge is undamaged. At the end of May the repairs will be made and it is estimated both lanes of the road will be shut down for one week once repairs have started.
The Dexter Board of Aldermen have formed a special committee to review the resumes submitted for the city administrator position.
Dexter, Missouri - The Lunch Box, a Meals on Wheels Active Adult Center located at 23 W. Stoddard St. is seeking a self-motivated, team player to join their team!
They prepare over 200 meals for homebound senior citizens Monday thru Friday, and also a daily meal for those individuals who are able to get out and spend time with friends in our center.
Individuals need cooking experience, plenty of energy, the ability to work Monday - Friday 7 hours a day and be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Also this person must work both individually without supervision and as a part of a team.
If interested apply at The Lunch Box, 23 W. Stoddard St. in Dexter. For questions call 573.624.7234.
Dexter, Missouri - Stoddard County Nutrition Center lunch menu for Monday, October 23, 2017 - Friday, October 27, 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 $5.50 for non-seniors. Suggested age for seniors is 60+.
Monday, October 23, 2017 - Swiss steak, potatoes, beets, biscuit, and peanut butter cookie.
Sit and Sing Motion at 11:30 a.m. and BINGO at 1 p.m.
Tuesday, October 24, 2017 - Spinach, bacon, and egg quiche, hash browns, biscuit, and peaches.
Activity at 11:30, BINGO at 12:30 and Line Dancing at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, October 25, 2017 - Chicken and wild rice, soup, glazed carrots, WG crackers, and German chocolate cake.
Activity Chair BINGO at 11:15 a.m. and Video at 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 26, 2017 - Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, seasoned broccoli, roll, and moist spice cake.
Activity at 11:30 a.m. and Arts and Crafts at 1 p.m.
Friday, October 27, 2017 - Chicken strips or catfish, California blend vegetables, cornbread, cinnamon roll, and pizza.
Eat Smart at 11:00 a.m. and BINGO at 1 p.m. Movie Night from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Dexter, Missouri - The Stoddard County Nutrition Center aka Dexter Senior Center lunch menu for Monday, May 22, 2017 - Friday, May 26, 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, May 22nd - Finger lickin' chicken, seasoned carrots, ranch-style potatoes, biscuit and gravy and Texas sheet cake. Activities are Bewitched at 10:30 a.m., Toss 'N Talk at 11:00 a.m. and BINGO at 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 23rd - Egg, ham and cheese casserole, country potatoes, English muffin w/butter and pineapple and bananas. Activities are Bible Trivia at 11:00 a.m. and BINGO at 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 24th - Chopped steak w/mushrooms and onions, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted Brussels sprouts, roll and peach cobbler. Activities are Activity Chair BINGO at 11:00 a.m. and Old Westerns at 1:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 25th - Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, Italian blend vegetables, tossed lettuce salad, garlic breadstick, and Snickerdoodle cookie. Activities are Finish Lines at 11:00 a.m. and My community Guest at 1:00 p.m.
Friday, May 26th - Pulled pork on whole grain bun, catfish, sweet potato fries, slaw, cornbread and cherry delight. Activities are I Dream of Jeannie at 10:30 a.m., Eat Smart at 11:00 a.m. and BINGO at 1:00 p.m. Movie and popcorn from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
