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Puxico Police and Fire Dept Toy Drive
October 29th 2018 by Dee Loflin
The Puxico Police and Fire Department are raising money to help the families in our community at Christmas time.
The campaign will run through December 15, 2018.
They also have toy drop off locations around town starting October 15, 2018.
Any money raised will go towards buying toys to help out any families in our community.
The Puxico Police and Fire Department wants to thank you for your support and have a very Merry Christmas.
Last Updated on October 29th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbfk/Puxico-Police-and-Fire-Dept-Toy-Drive
The Lunch Box Invites Children to Trick or Treat!
October 29th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Come and join The Lunch Box (formerly the Stoddard County Nutrition Center) on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 for Trick or Treating from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Rain or Shine!!!
They are located at 21 S. Stoddard Street.
Everyone loves to watch the children come in with their costumes and join in the activities.
There will be candy, a coloring contest, a guess how many contest and kids Halloween trivia.
This is a win for everyone- the kids get candy and fun and the seniors get to remember days gone by of their childhood or taking their children out.
Last Updated on October 29th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbfj/The-Lunch-Box-Invites-Children-to-Trick-or-Treat
McGruff Visits Bell City Schools
October 25th 2018 by Dee Loflin
McGruff and Chief Deputy Andy Holden visited Bell City Head start and also Elementary on Wednesday, October 24, 2018.
Mr. Holden and McGruff talked to the children about Halloween Safety. The students also received treat bags filled with delicious candies.
If your school is interested in McGruff visiting please contact the Stoddard County Sheriff's Department however time is limited as McGruff is a very busy dog fighting crime in Stoddard County!
For more information about keeping kids safe during Halloween please click HERE.
Last Updated on October 25th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbf4/McGruff-Visits-Bell-City-Schools
The Bernie Police Dept Participating in Prescription Drug Take-Back on Saturday
October 24th 2018 by Dee Loflin
The Bernie Police Department is taking back unwanted prescription drugs October 27 at the Bernie Police Department
Bernie, Missouri - On Saturday, October 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Bernie Police Department and the U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public its 16th opportunity in eight years to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your pills for disposal to the Bernie Police Dept at 206 Crumb Ave Bernie MO. (The DEA cannot accept liquids or needles or sharps, only pills or patches.) The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.
Last spring Americans turned in nearly 475 tons (949,046 pounds) of prescription drugs at more than 5,800 sites operated by the DEA and almost 4,700 of its state and local law enforcement partners. Overall, in its 15 previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners have taken in almost 10 million pounds - nearly 5,000 tons - of pills.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows year after year that the majority of misused and abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including someone else’s medication being stolen from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines - flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash—both pose potential safety and health hazards.
Last Updated on October 24th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbet/The-Bernie-Police-Dept-Participating-in-Prescription-Drug-TakeBack-on-Saturday
Puxico Police and Fire - Car Smash and Stuff the Truck Event
October 23rd 2018 by Dee Loflin
Puxico, Missouri - The Puxico Police and Fire Department will be hosting a Car Smash and Stuff the Truck on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from noon - 5 p.m.
Come out and support your local children.
All proceeds will go towards the Christmas toy drive.
Come out and Smash an old car with a sledgehammer or baseball bat. (Great way to relieve some stress)
$10.00 for 7 swings
$5.00 for 3 swings
$ 2.00 a swing
$50.00 for unlimited hits for 30mins
Children under 10 can use a small hammer
$10.00 for 15 swings
$5.00 for 10 swings
$1.00 a swing
Location: On the corner of East Richardson and Hickman. Next to the Puxico Fire Department in the city parking lot.
Safety Protection will be provided, Under the age of 18 will have to have a waiver signed by parent or guardian.
Last Updated on October 23rd 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vbek/Puxico-Police-and-Fire--Car-Smash-and-Stuff-the-Truck-Event
