Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
Jefferson City, Missouri - Governor Jay Nixon is encouraging Missourians to observe Veterans of Operation Iraqi/Enduring Freedom Day on Tuesday (March 26) in honor of the nation’s military veterans who served in the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Last year, the Governor signed into law a bill designating March 26 as the date in Missouri to give special honor and recognition to those veterans who have served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Desert Storm.
“Tens of thousands of Missourians have bravely fought and served on our behalf in the Middle East during these conflicts, and several thousand continue to serve in the active theaters of operation,” Gov. Nixon said.
“It is our responsibility to honor and respect their sacrifice throughout the year, and the designation of this day highlights that obligation. I thank these veterans and their families for what they have done for our country and our state.”
Gov. Nixon has traveled twice to Iraq and three times to Kuwait and Afghanistan since 2009 (most recently in December 2012) to meet with U.S. military and civilian leaders in those countries and to visit with Missourians serving in the Missouri National Guard or the regular armed forces.
In January 2010, Gov. Nixon also launched the Show-Me Heroes initiative, which works with Missouri employers to give first consideration to military veterans when job openings occur. In the past three years, more than 2,900 Missouri employers have taken the Show-Me Heroes pledge, and more than 4,200 veterans have been hired by those businesses since those employers joined the program.
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
"It is most definitely the weather for it," commented one Mom. "Doesn't feel like Spring at all and glad to be indoors today."
The youngsters were quite excited "Doing the Penguin Dance" as each child tried to waddle like a penguin across the floor. The "Penguin March" and "Tacky the Penguin" songs were also hits among the children as they sang and danced and tried to splash like a penguin in the sea.
The children also learned about how to treat their book and how not to damage them at the library. They must be careful when turning the pages or putting the books away. Pages can get ripped and crushed very quickly and no one likes to check out a book that is damaged.
There are several pictures of the children and Mr. Ringer on the ShowMe Times Facebook page if you want to comment or share with your fellow Facebookers.
This Tuesday, March 26th, the Keller Public Library will present Conservation Agent, Mark Reed with Animal Furs & Hides at 10:15 a.m. You will not want to miss this exciting Story Hour!
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
Dexter, Missouri - The DHS students of the Rotary Interact Club will be hosting a Bake Sale on Sunday, March 23rd.
These students who believe "Service Above Self" are raising money for their club for scholarships and other service projects.
The Interact Club is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Dexter, which provides support and guidance, but the students are self-governing and self-supporting.
Each year, Interact Clubs complete at least two community service projects, one of which furthers international understanding and goodwill.
Through these efforts, Interactors develop a network of friendship with local and overseas clubs and learn the importance of developing leadership skills and personal integrity. They also demonstrate helpfulness and respect for others, understand the value of individual responsibility and hard work and advancing international understanding and goodwill.
This school year (2012-2013) mark’s the 50th Anniversary of the first chartered Interact Club. If you would like to learn more about Dexter's Interact Club, find them on Facebook: Dexter Rotary Interact.
The Bake Sale will be held in front of the Wal-Mart doors beginning at 8:00 a.m. Sunday. They will have yummy treats, cakes and cookies.
Please purchase their homemade treats and delicious baked goods and support the students as they brave the weather on Sunday.
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
This annual event is from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. and the cost is $9 per adult and children under 12 are $5 each. You get wonderfully fried fish, homemade potato chips, slaw and the fixings. Along with your meal you will have fresh homemade desserts and a drink of your choice.
Proceeds from the event go to help various organizations. You won't want to miss the Knights of Columbus Fish Fry!
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Writer
They are not going to let a little rain or dreary weather ruin their fun. The 5 k will follow the planned route, rain or shine, so 5k-ers, bundle up! (Unfortunately, the BEC track is closed to the floor being re-finished.) The rest of the morning’s events will be moved into the gym and cafeteria at Southwest.
Strollerthoners can "park" thier strollers in the cafeteria. They are welcome to use the back parking lot and enter through the cafeteria doors. Tyson's grill, snacks and refreshments will be available in the cafeteria. While Kid-Fest Booths will be in both the gym and cafeteria, and the egg hunt can be moved into the hallways if it's raining.
Now if the roads are ICY or SNOWY and we hope they are not, then they will postpone and update the public with a later date. Please check the PAT or ShowMe Times Facebook pages for updates.
