United States of America - In memory of the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, each year in the United States we observe Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance.
On October 25, 2001, the U.S. House of Representatives Joint Resolution 71 was approved. Resolution 71 requested that the President designate September 11 of each year as “Patriot Day”. President George W. Bush signed the resolution into law on December 18, 2001 (as Public Law 107-89).
On this day, it is asked by the President, that the American flag be flown at half-staff at individual American homes, at the White House and on all United States government buildings and establishments at home and abroad. The President has also asked Americans to observe a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 A.M.(Eastern Daylight Time), the time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. He also strongly encourages Americans to use the Corporation for National and Community Service to find and volunteer for service opportunities.
It was on September 10 of 2012 that President Obama issued a proclamation renaming the day as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, in reference to both Public Laws 107-89 and 111-13 (the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act).
“As we join in serving causes greater than ourselves and honoring those we lost, we are reminded of the ways that the victims of 9/11 live on — in the people they loved, the lives they touched, and the courageous acts they inspired. On Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance, we pledge to carry on their legacy of courage and compassion, and to move forward together as one people.”
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Bernie, Missouri – the Bernie Community Teachers Association elected new officers for the 2014-2015 school year.
Officers pictured include Courtney McGarity, Vice President; Lisa Stockton, Secretary; Susan Pfeffer, Treasurer; and Ginger Beaird, President.
The Bernie CTA supports the Bernie R-13 Schools mission of “achieving excellence together”. Members serve on district committees and serve the students, staff, and community with various activities throughout the school year.
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, MO – For more than 70 years the Miss Dexter Pageant has been an annual tradition in the Dexter community.
The annual Miss Dexter Pageant will be held this Saturday, September 6th beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the Dexter High School Auditorium. Miss Dexter is sponsored by the Dexter High School Choral Department as a fundraiser.
Contestants are residents of the Dexter R-XI School District.
Pageants will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m. and will run consecutively. The pageants may begin before the printed start time so contestants are asked to arrive no later than 30 minutes prior.Attire is PAGEANT WEAR for all categories EXCEPT Little Mr. Dexter and Little Miss Dexter who may wear their “Sunday Best”.
Entry forms are available at The Bunny Patch or by contacting Lindsay Woods at 820-3369. For questions contact Lindsay Woods or email questions to mailto:tiarapageants@gmail.comtiarapageants@gmail.com.
Forms may be dropped off at The Bunny Patch in Dexter or mailed to:
Lindsay Woods
Miss Dexter Pageants – Dexter Schools
16711 County Road 624
Dexter, MO 63841
The deadline is Friday, September 5th by 5:00 p.m. No entries will be accepted at the door. A non-refundable entry fee of $25 for all pageants is required for each contestant along with the mailed application. All checks should be made payable to Miss Dexter Pageants
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri – Keller Public Library will once again begin their Children’s Story Hour every Tuesday morning at 10:15 a.m.
On Tuesday, September 9th Mary Ann Taylor will present “Swimming with the Queen”.
On Tuesday, September 16th Sam and Jeanie Huey will present “Petting Zoo” and “Watch Out for Germs”.
On Tuesday, September 23rd Kim Cook will present “Elephants on Parade”.
On Tuesday, September 30th Tracy Horton and Christy Dorton will present “Fall Magic”.
Story Hour is a feature of the Keller Public Library and is free and open to the public. Bring your youngster to the library for a weekly treat!
For more information contact Pam Trammell, Director at 573-624-3764.
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri – Homecoming is just around the corner! Show your BEARCAT spirit and participate in the Window Splash Contest! Countywide Insurance has teamed up with Dexter High School art students who will not only paint the windows of your business, but also help design an awesome Fall Sports theme.
"We are trying to get the community more involved with homecoming," commented Countywide Insurance Agency owner Alan Hedrick. "Teaming up with the art students at Dexter High School just seemed like the perfect match. All proceeds go to their department for much needed art supplies. It's a win win for the community and the students."
Businesses may enter in one of three categories: Small Bearcat Splash, Medium Bearcat Splash, and Large Bearcat Splash. All proceeds go to the Dexter High School Art Department.
Entry Date: September 1st. End Date: September 24th. Judge Date: Setpember 25th. Winners will be announced at the 2nd Annual Bearcat Fall Community Homecoming Event at the Bearcat Event Center.
This year’s theme is Fall Sports! Prizes are 1st place $100, 2nd place $75, 3rd place $50 and of course bragging right all year long!
The art student will even clean-up your windows for a small fee.
Business Entry Fees:
Small Bearcat Splash - $35 Single Mascot and sign 4x4
Medium Bearcat Splash - $50 Mascot Sign and more 4x8
Large Bearcat Splash - $75 Mascot Sign and much more 8x8
For more information contact Countywide Insurance at 573-624-5540. Let’s paint Dexter RED & BLACK for homecoming! These students are truly amazing and have tremendous talent. Any business can enter, but we would especially like the downtown merchants to participate!
The ShowMe Times will be on hand when the students paint as well as get a photo of the completed design to post on our Facebook page! Let's Go Bearcats! Support your local mascot and a chance to win!
