Dexter, Missouri - No one wants to think the unimaginable could happen to them, but according to statistics, nearly 2,000 children are reported missing or abducted each day in the United States.

The Missouri Child Identification Program will be held at Dexter High School Cafeteria on Saturday, August 20th from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for children ages birth to 18 years of age.  You do not have to be a Dexter student.  Any child is eligible.

It is completely FREE and you will leave with 2 laminated ID cards and a disc for each child containing a digital picture, digital fingerprints, child information, and emergency contacts and a dental bite impression. Together these five measures provide a powerful identification and recovery tool.

The information on the disc is compatible with the format required by the "Amber Alert" program.

Dexter, Missouri - On Saturday, August 27th the band Sinful Lilly from Richmond, Kentucky will perform at the Dexter Eagles. 

The concert also has one of our local popular groups, Deja Vu, of Dexter opening the show.  Calm the Shores will also be performing and they are from Cape Girardeau, Missouri.  Tickets are on sale now and are only $20 for what should be an awesome night of entertainment!  Alcohol will be served and bring your I.D.

"I wanted to bring something different to Dexter," commented James Childers, Event Coordinator.  "We don't get to hear great bands unless we travel away from Dexter.  This way the bands are coming to us for a great night of fun and entertainment."

Sinful Lilly is is not your same ole modern rock band rehashing the same songs in order to make a buck. Their passion, desire and hardworking attitude delivers an unrivaled high energy punch in the face show. Their gritty vocals and melodic hooks smashed with the heavy rhythmic undertones will never go out of style regardless of the current trend or fashion of the day.

If you would like more information about Sinful Lilly check out the website by clicking here.

Get you tickets at the shop now button or contact James Childers at southeastmissourirockexplosion@gmail.com for more payment options. Don't want to order online, head on down to Dexter Pizza Company, located at 4 N. Walnut Street in downtown Dexter and purchase your tickets.

"I hope to bring other types of music and genres to the area as well," continued Childers.  "Country, Oldies, you name it I want a place for all to come and enjoy a night out and listen to local and maybe not-so local bands."

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Want a VIP Pass and experience being a Rock Star for the evening?  Your VIP Pass laminate with the purchase of a general admission ticket will allow you to enter the venue one hour earlier to hang out with the band during a portion of their sound check. You will also receive a Sinful Lilly CD, T-Shirt and Poster. After sound check you will follow the band to the green room where Sinful LIlly will continue the meet and greet by signing autographs. Click HERE.

Tickets are going fast so order them today!  You won't want to miss out on these three bands!  Great entertainment, great price, a night out after a long week at work......let your hair down and have some fun!!

Essex, Missouri - The Lion’s Club and E.A.D. will host the Mae Hall Park Day Pageant to be held on Saturday, August 13, 2016 in Essex, Missouri. 

Deadline is Friday, August 12, 2016.  Attire will be casual or Sunday best.

The pageant will begin at 10:00 a.m. and if you are not pre-registered, please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the pageant.

All contests are open to everyone between the ages of 1 day - 19 years as long as you are not married.

Baby Miss and Baby Mister is 0 to 11 months, Wee Miss and Wee Mister is 12 - 23 months, Tiny Miss and Tiny Mister is 2 - 3 years, Little Miss and Little Mister is 4 - 6 years, Young Miss is 7 - 11 years, Junior Miss is 12 - 15 years and Miss is 16 - 19 years.

Entry fee is $10.00 for Baby, Wee, and Tiny Entry. 

Entry fee for all other age categories is $20.00. 

There will be an additional $5.00 for entries after August 12, 2016.

If rain the pageant will be held at the Harvest Assembly of God Church.

If you need a registration form or want more information contact Sandy Kildow at (573) 283-5175

Dexter, Missouri - Tropical Sno SEMO located at 1503 West Business 60 in Dexter held a fundraiser for Shawn Slavings on Sunday, August 7th.

Shawn is currently battling an infectious abscess located within his brain. He has also tested positive for a fungal infection, meningitis, and a tick-borne illness.  Due to these illnesses he is unable to work at the present time.  His future medical stays and expenses are undetermined at this time, but his fight is far from over.

On Sunday evening Tropical Sno raised $1,025 for Shawn and his family.  100% of the proceeds were donated.

Shawn, his wife, and children greatly appreciate all the community game in support of their recent setback in life.  Shawn is a strong young man and will beat his illness, but it helps to have community support to ease the burden.

Thank you so everyone who came out and supported Shawn and his family!

Dexter, Missouri - Want a delicious meal at a great price? Head to the Dexter Senior Center located at   23 W. Stoddard St. in historic downtown Dexter.  You don't have to be a senior to eat. 

They serve lunch from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and the cost is $3.50 for seniors and $5.00 for non-seniors.

This week’s menu for Monday, August 8th - Friday, August 12th.

Monday, August 8th - ham slice, chicken & dressing, sweet potatoes, black eyed peas, whole grain bread, and pineapple tidbits.

Tuesday, August 9th - scrambled eggs, sausage, oven potatoes w/ peppers & onions, biscuit & gravy, and fruit.

Wednesday, August 10th - meatloaf, baked chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, roll, and cherry delight.

Thursday, August 11th - pork chop, sweet & sour meatballs, brown rice, peas, whole grain bread, and banana pudding.

Friday, August 12th - cheeseburger, BBQ pork sandwich, Brussel sprouts, potato salad, bun, and cookie.