Stoddard County, Missouri - Relay For Life of Stoddard County would like to invite all survivors to join u as they celebrate life at our annual Cancer Survivor’s Dinner.

The dinner honoring local survivors will be held on Tuesday, May 2nd at The Assembly in Bloomfield, MO.

Doors will open at 5:30 pm and dinner will be served at 6:00 pm.

Survivors and a guest are invited to join us for dinner, entertainment, and door prizes.

Please RSVP to Nikki Hanner, by calling 573-614-1401.

Dexter, Missouri - Preferred Hospice will host a "Ready for Lunch" fundraiser at 423 W. Business 60 in Dexter on Friday, April 28, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

BBQ with baked beans, Cole slaw, and a cookie for just $5.00.  All proceeds go to Relay for Life.

Call (573) 614-4774 for large order deliveries.

The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Stoddard County, set to begin at 4:00 pm, May 5th through 12:01 am, at East City Park in Dexter, is a celebration of cancer survivorship and a fun way to raise the vital funds needed to help find a cure for cancer. The event will celebrate the lives of so many local residents who have survived cancer, while offering the hope of finding a cure.

Bernie, MO - The Bernie Chamber of Commerce has chosen the Winchester Place as their April 2017 Business of the Month.

Winchester Place is a Residential Care Facility that is the perfect place for your loved ones to find their own cozy "Home away from Home!" featuring Private Apartments, Private Suites and Semi-Private room options. All of our rooms have a kitchenette, private bathroom with walk in showers and beautiful views out our large windows. Their facility offers house keeping, three delicious home cooked meals a day and laundry services, with daily activities that everyone can enjoy.

Tammy Loughary, Administrator, would be glad to meet you and talk to you about your loved ones needs and see if we can help you in any way!

Winchester Place is also always open to new volunteers! From activities, one-on-one and out reach programs we would love to have your help! If you are interested in Volunteering or would love to share your special talent with our residents, such as singing, playing instruments or even teaching a painting class. You can call and talk to Winchester Places Activity Director anytime! For more information please call Ashley McGowan at 573-293-6705.  If you and your loved one would like to come see us for a tour of our facility give us a call or just stop by!!!

Dexter, MO - The Dexter Police Department is selling 2017 Special Olympics Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run shirts. 

All proceeds are sent to Missouri Special Olympics.

Dexter Special Olympics Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run will be May 23, 2017 at 10:00

The shirts can be purchased at the Dexter Police Department by contacting: Detective Capt Trevor Pulley at 573-624-5512 Ext 1 or via email:Trevor.pulley@dexterpd.com or stopping by the Dexter Police Department.

Short sleeve shirts come in Youth Medium - Adult XXL and are $15 each.  Adult 3XL and larger up to 6XL are $20 each.

Long sleeve shirts are $20 each and are green with a torch and flag on the front.

Please support the Dexter Police Department as they raise money for Special Olympics!

Dexter, Missouri -  The Kiwanis Club of Dexter held their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 15th at 1 p.m. in West City Park.  Ages pre-school - 3rd grade participated.  Local Boy Scout Troop 4200 hid more than 2,250 eggs along with nine special prize eggs.

The Easter Bunny made a special appearance before his long night of hiding eggs and treating children to Easter baskets on Sunday morning.

In the 2nd - 3rd grade age division all three children found the prize eggs and returned them to the Kiwanis.

First place was a tie with Miracle Campbell and Michael Currie, both age 8, 2nd place, Lana St. Pierre, age 9 and Camden Stoner, age 9, received 3rd place.

Pictured from left to right are: Michael Currie, Miracle Campbell, Lana St. Pierre, and Camden Stoner.