Bernie, Missouri - Missouri Rural Services, an insurance carrier through Countywide Insurance Agency of Dexter, Missouri, awarded The City of Bernie the Hall of Fame Award this week.
In order for the City of Bernie to become a Hall of Fame recipient they must maintain a Three Year Loss Ratio of 35% or less with their Worker’s Compensation Insurance carrier, be a member of Missouri Rural Work Comp Trust for three years and have a minimum premium of $10,000 per year.
Shown in the photo are Zach Hedrick, Countywide Insurance Agency, Gloria Dean, City Clerk of Bernie and Sharon McCord, Countywide Insurance Agency.
"County Wide Insurance Agency is located in Dexter Missouri. They provide personal insurance packages for car insurance, homeowners insurance and more. Businesses throughout Arkansas and Missouri also rely on them for complete commercial insurance needs, whether you need a Business Owners Policy , agricultural insurance , commercial auto insurance or a customized package incorporating many difference coverage options.
As an independent insurance agency, they will shop around with several carriers to get you the most affordable rates. Not sure what you need? That is what they are here for. They will assess your risks and offer you a variety of products to choose from. Service, whether it is in response to an insurance claim or general question, is the most important value they offer you."
If you are interested in purchasing insurance or would like a quote please contact them at 573-624-5540 or visit their website County Wide Insurance. You can also follow them on Twitter and Facebook. County Wide Insurance is located at 140 S. Walnut in Dexter.
Did you know that the Dexter facility has the capacity to produce 5 million gallons of Biodiesel fuel in one year? This could mean an average decrease in the cost of fuel by as much as .50 per gallon. Who knows where this may lead in the future.
"Biodiesel is a Fatty Acid Methylester that is produced from a triglyceride or free fatty acid by reacting it in the presence of methanol and a catalyst," explained Pavelka.
Pavelka also explained that Biodiesel fuel can be used in any diesel engine and it has a similar BTU value to diesel fuel so it can be blended with home heating oil.
Since 2005 more than 62,000 jobs have been created in the Biodiesel business producing 5 billion in sales and decreasing imports by more than 8 billion.
Locally DGA in Sikeston and the LOVE's Truckstop in Matthews carry Biodiesel. Bootheel Petroleium has hauled it as well locally.
"Biodiesel is mostly used in farm machinery, trucking, road construction equipment, and in the mining industry," stated Slavings.
"We have been using animal fat and soybean oil, but just recently expanded operations to process used cooking oil from restaurants," continued Slavings.
Most feedstock for biodiesel is sourced domestically which has led to increased value for commodities for US suppliers. It also produces jobs domestically not only in the biodiesel production but also in all the supporting industries such as soy oil processing and trucking.
Pavelka also noted that Biodiesel requires no special handling and is safe to store. It has a very high flash point and is nontoxic. Of course you probably don't want to drink it!!
Jerry Bagby started Global Fuels in Dexter and they are currently striving to gain their BQ9000 Certification.
If you are interested in Global Fuels visiting your club just contact Robert Slavings at (573) 614-7410. He would be glad to bring a few samples and talk about the impact it is making in the USA!
Dexter, Missouri - Local residents Amanda Paige Cooper, Kara Flippin, and Baylee Cooper are hosting a 5k Run to raise money for A21. The race will be held on Saturday, September 12th beginning at 8:30 a.m. at WEST Park in Dexter.
A21 is a non-profit organization that has a goal to abolish slavery in the 21st century. They rescue victims from human trafficking and provide them support to recover physically and spiritually and equip them to get back on their feet.
“Most are completely oblivious to the fact that there is such a thing as modern day slavery,” commented organizer Kara Flippin. “Once we came to the understanding how real it was, we made the choice to not sit back and do nothing.”
The donation is $35; however they are offering an early bird special for $25 and that includes a t-shirt as well. Register before August 1st to get this special price.
Anyone who registers after August 22nd will not receive a t-shirt so be sure to register early!!
To register for the A215k Run click HERE. You may also send them an email at 1a21run@gmail.com.
“We would love for you to partner with us so we can make a difference together,” stated Baylee Cooper. “We need to spread the word. Not only about our 5k Run, but to educate people on how real slavery is today.”
For more information about Human Trafficking and A21 click HERE.
Poplar Bluff, Missouri- A few of Mrs. Mary Ruth Boone's senior piano students took part in a recital on June 19, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at a local Poplar Bluff Methodist Church.
Mrs. Boone, a retired choir director from Dexter, Missouri, has given piano lessons for many years. Three of her students who have just graduated high school are putting on a senior recital full of singing and piano playing.
Dana Ziomek, 18 of Poplar Bluff has been receiving lessons from Mrs. Boone since her junior year of high school. She has had great success in all of her musical endeavors. While her love of piano started a great deal of time before starting lessons with Mrs. Boone, Dana has grown musically from her lessons and hours dedicated to practicing. Dana played Sonata in D, movement 1; Sonata in Ab Op.110, movement 1; The Entertainer; Étude Op. 25, #1; Prelude in G Minor Op. 23; and accompanied Brooks and Coulton's duet of Amazing Grace.
Coulton Becker, 18 of Greenville has been receiving lessons from Mrs. Boone since his freshman year of high school. Coulton has taken both vocal and piano lessons. Since taking lessons from Mrs. Boone, Coulton has made a "1" rating at state solo and ensemble contest on vocal solos, which is the highest rating one can receive. He also made the All-State choir two years in a row. Coulton's lessons with Mrs. Boone as well as the time he spent practicing has made him musically successful. Coulton played Widmung, Ballade Op. 118 #3; A Simple Song; Vagabond; I Bought Me A Cat; Rapsodie; Solace; and Toccata.
Brooks Propst, 18 of Dexter has been receiving lessons from Mrs. Boone since second grade. He has taken both vocal and piano lessons. He has received one "1" for a vocal solo, and one "1" for a trombone solo. Brooks has been in the All-District choir for all six years of his singing career. Brooks played Fidelity; Sonata in D, movement 3 Rondo; Morceau Symphony; Marchin' On Up; My Heart's In The Highlands; Music of the Night; and Polichinelle.
Brooks and Coulton sang both Amazing Grace and Cindy as a duet.
Stoddard County, Missouri - Hope International along with the support of local churches will provide over 700 students with everything they need to go back to school this fall.
On August 4th from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. students attending Richland, Dexter, and Bernie school may pick up their school supplies at the Lighthouse Church in Dexter.
On August 11th from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Puxico, Bloomfield, and Advance students may pick up school supplies at the FEMA Building, 505 Court Street in Bloomfield, on the school campus.
To register your student please call Hope International at (573) 293-4673 to REGISTER! YOU MUST REGISTER!! Dates to register are July 13th – July 24th.
The Back 2 School Bash is a fair-like event where kids can come have fun and leave with everything they need to start school. The Back 2 School Bash has several things to offer the children and parents to help ease the stress of the new school year.
Some of the things offered are:
FREE HAIRCUTS
FREE VISION SCREENINGS
HOPE CLOTHING and SHOE VOUCHERS
AND MUCH MUCH MORE
This is NOT a low-income only opportunity. They want everyone with children to benefit from these events. Getting a child ready to go back to school can be very stressful and hard on a family. They want to make the Back 2 School process a fun and enjoyable day for everyone.
