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Xtreme Body Spa Chamber Ribbon Cutting
February 01st 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - An official Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting was held at the newly established Xtreme Body Spa located at 221 N. Walnut Street.
The Spa offers haircuts, massages, waxing, eyelash services, nail service, facials, and tanning services.
Xtreme Body Spa is open six days a week from 9 a.m. - until 9 p.m. every day, but sunday.
The building also houses Dearly Loved Boutique.
Pictured from left to right are Cecil Haley with Southern Bank, Alderman Jerry Corder, Dearly Loved Boutique Owner Caitlin Koenig, Alisha Allen of Dearly Loved Boutique, Nail Technician Mikela Brown, Services Technician Bethany Rice, Owner and Operator Lisa Tucker, and her husband, Tom. Also present were Chamber members and directors, as well as Chamber Executive Director Hillary Starnes.
Last Updated on February 01st 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9mc/Xtreme-Body-Spa-Chamber-Ribbon-Cutting
Tom Bischof Celebrates 20 Years at Bagby Wealth Management
January 23rd 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - Tom Bischof has been with Bagby Wealth Management for 20 years. The management and staff honored Tom with a luncheon to celebrate his milestone anniversary on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Beth Bischof, Tom’s wife, was also in attendance at the luncheon.
Tom currently serves as Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs for Bagby Wealth Management. His responsibilities include maintaining regulatory compliance across all firm activities including trading, operations, technology, security, licensing, and communications. Additionally, he develops company policies and contracts that provide structure to the firm.
In January 1998, Tom joined Bagby Investment Consultants (now Bagby Wealth Management) as an Investment Advisor. For the transition, he completed courses at Southeast Missouri University in business and finance and then obtained Series 7, 63, 66 and 24 securities registrations plus a Missouri Life Insurance License. Previously, Tom practiced law in Dexter, which included estate planning, probate, wills, tax planning, Social Security, business, banking, and corporate law after obtaining his law degree from the University of Missouri, Kansas City.
Tom and his wife Beth live in Bloomfield where he remains active in the community. He has served on the Dexter Regional Healthcare Foundation Board of Directors from 2000 to 2015. He assisted with fundraisers for the Bloomfield PTO from the mid-1990s until 2009 and served as a member of the Bloomfield City Council from 2007 - 2011.
Bagby Wealth Management is an independent Registered Investment Advisory firm (RIA) with roots in Dexter since 1984. The management and staff of Bagby Wealth Management feel very fortunate to have Tom on board. He serves a vital role within the firm and the firm looks forward to many years ahead.
Last Updated on January 23rd 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9ka/Tom-Bischof-Celebrates-20-Years-at-Bagby-Wealth-Management
Walmart Donates to Dexter Police Department
January 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - Lieutenant Joshua T. Benton of the Dexter Police Department accepted a donation of $250 from local Walmart Super Center manager Debbie Juden.
The Walmart donation will be utilized to help upgrade and refurbish body cameras currently in use by the police department.
"We are very appreciative of the donation," commented Benton.
Last Updated on January 12th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9g9/Walmart-Donates-to-Dexter-Police-Department
#DexterFirst Kathleen’s Treasure Cove by Nancy Vines
December 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
#DexterFirst Kathleen’s Treasure Cove By Nancy Nelson Vines
Kathleen’s Treasure Cove at 25 North Walnut Street in Downtown Dexter is like a mini-beach getaway. Owner Kathleen Dover says the color scheme of coral, yellow, various blues, and tan is meant to conjure up the image of water, sky, sun, and sand, and she chose to call her business a “cove” rather than a shop or store because one room leads into another, as a hidden island cove might lead a visitor to unknown delights. The seashore reference and name of the business are no accident—they reflect Dover’s long-time love of the ocean.
In fact, much of Dover’s life and philosophy are incorporated into the business she has owned for the past eight years. Kathleen’s Treasure Cove—Special gifts for special people, is the official logo of her store. A beach-themed sitting area complete with coffee pot and packaged snacks serves as the entryway to Kathleen’s. Visitors, as she fondly refers to those who patronize her business, are encouraged to “sit a spell” and share the treasure of friendship and pleasant conversation. “Kathleen’s is not just a place to shop, Dover explains, “it is a ministry more than a business.”
Dover’s boutique does harbor a treasure of merchandise. Among some of her more unique items are Tervis Tumblers, wood wick candles, La’Paige Lipstick, and outerwear accessory items. She is the only retailer in Missouri to offer the La’Paige line. The Treasure Cove contains a book room where Bibles, sympathy books, and works by local and regional authors are available. Dover promotes Southeast Missouri authors by sponosring occasional book signings in her store.
Her most popular item, which continues to sell throughout the fall and winter, is the Oofos line of flip flops, slides, and clogs. “People swear by this line of footwear, and I am one of them,” Dover says. “I have customers who wear nothing else on their feet, year-round. Some have had chronic back or foot pain, which they say has been relieved by wearing Oofos. I order them regularly.”
Fashion jewelry is available at Kathleen’s, as well as local art, and a few seasonal items, such as holiday tea towels. An additional service provided at Kathleen’s is a private tanning area. Tanning is available by appointment or walk-in and follows the regular store schedule.
Kathleen’s Treasure Cove is located at 25 North Walnut and is open Tuesday through Friday 11:00 to 5:00 and Saturday 11:00 to whenever. Be sure to stop in Kathleen’s, which is “More than a place to shop…a place where old friends gather and new friends meet.”
Pictured above Kathleen Dover displays her top-selling Oofos foot wear.
Fashion jewelry and outerwear accessory items are among Kathleen’s treasures.
Kathleen’s Treasure Cove is located at 52 N. Walnut in Dexter.
Last Updated on December 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9b3/DexterFirst-Kathleens-Treasure-Cove-by-Nancy-Vines
#DexterFirst Q's Comics and Games by Nancy Vines
December 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
#DexterFirst Q’s Comics & Games By Nancy Nelson Vines
As its name implies, Q’s Comics & Games is a store that sells comics and games; however, what the name doesn’t tell you, is that this business not only sells merchandise, but also provides hours of entertainment and fun for those whose passion is gaming. “We hold weekly tournaments for our top three games, and maybe a few others,’ says owner Travis Quertermous. Three game rooms provide ample space for participants and on-lookers to actively engage in this popular pastime.
Quertermous says that his business springs from his own-lifelong interest, which is shared with his son Brandon, who is co-owner of the shop. “About seven years ago we began attending ComicCon (comic book convention) as a hobby—I have been reading and collecting comics my whole life—and a couple of years later began buying and selling comics.
Q’s has a room totally devoted to old comic books. In the Back Issue Room prices range from one dollar to five dollars, with the oldest comic dating to 1945. New comics are also available, and new issues are received weekly.
In addition to comics and games packs of collectible trading cards are sold, as well as paperbacks, vintage toys, and action figures. They also carry T-shirts and posters. “We don’t carry video games and we don’t deal in sports merchandise,” the owner added.
The board games found at Q’s are not what is typically available in the big box stores. Q’s caters to the special interest offering classic games with a pop-culture twist. Among the most popular are Monopoly—The Walking Dead; Clue—Harry Potter; and Battleship—Pirates of the Caribbean. “The best-selling board game is Munchkin, and we have a monthly “Munchkin Day,” Quertermous noted. Our most popular role-playing game is Dungeons and Dragons.”
You will find Q’s Comics & Games: Your one-stop shop for comics and collectibles, at 222 North Walnut in Dexter. Their business hours are noon to midnight Monday through Friday, and 10:00 to midnight on Saturday. Sunday hours are noon to 5:00.
Pictured above are owners, Travis and Kelly Quertermous.
New comic books arrive weekly at Q's Comics and Games.
Action figures are a popular item at Q’s.
Pop-culture board games offer a new twist on old classics.
Last Updated on December 21st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v9b2/DexterFirst-Qs-Comics-and-Games-by-Nancy-Vines
