Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Writer

Dexter, Missouri – Want to rock to the sound of the Christian Band, SAMESTATE? 

Join the First Baptist Church Sunday, January 27^th at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.  Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

Disciple Now 2013 is going to be bigger and better than ever! 

The DNOW Registration Party's theme this year is “SHADOWS” based on the scriptures Isaiah 9:2 and 49:2 and the name of SAMESTATE's latest single. 

The band members of SAMESTATE, Dalton Diehl and Darren Harms, vocalist/guitarist/songwriter, Ray Wyatt, guitar/keyboards, drummer Blake Leoni and Ryan Lytle, bassist have shared their personal "Shadows" stories on their Facebook page and website www.samestatemusic.com.

"It has been interesting to see how God has used some of our songs to really speak to me," Dalton said.  "I often feel like I am just writing a song, but then a couple weeks later, I'll realize God was trying to say something to me in that time and it finally clicks.  I hope the fans have that same kind of experience."

Their album, "Alignment" meshes seamlessly, taking each member's disparate musical influences and merging them into a sound that is both infectious and approachable.  Their backgrounds include pop, rock, Americana, and country and it all blends together on stage.

Disciple Now will be held February 1^st 2^nd and 3^rd and is for the youth; both middle school and high school ages.  It is considered to be part of the genetic make-up of the church family and a bedrock community event.  This will be the 32^nd consecutive year that the First Baptist Church has hosted Disciple Now.

It will be an amazing opportunity for youth to grow in fellowship with other students and encounter the Lord.  Students will gather for the weekend, staying in host homes based on grade and gender.  

They will participate in several impacting sessions, worship experiences and have times for discussion. as well as enjoy valuable time with friends and a crazy weekend of activities.

For more information, please contact, Minister of Youth, Greg McGhee, at 573-820-5238.

Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Writer

Dexter, Missouri –The Stoddard County Community Fair will be in full swing on April 6, 2013.  This is the fourth year  the Spark of Hope Relay for Life Team has held their fundraiser.

If you are a crafter or have a small business and would like people to get to know you, canned goods, jewelry or just want to demonstrate your many talents, please join them.  There is a $20.00 registration fee and all booth commitment fees will be donated to the Stoddard County Relay for Life.

The spaces can be either a 10x10 or 12x12 canopy and you must supply your own tables, canopies and power cords.  Spaces are available on a first come first served basis.  There will be folks there to help set up if needed at 9:00 a.m.

They will also have a DJ for music throughout the event.

All registration forms must be turned in no later than March 31, 2013 as the event is April 6^th.

If you are a consultant or distributor for Mary Kay, Avon, Scentsy, Home Interiors, etc., please check with your lead consultant to see what their restrictions/policies are about event selling as some only allow one consultant per event. If this applies to you, please contact us to see if we have someone selling these items before sending in your registration form and booth rental fees.

If you have any other questions or need a registration form you may contact us at dextercraftfair@yahoo.com