Dexter, MO - Dexter Parks and Recreation will host a Blood Drive on Thursday, July 29th at 500 Fair Ground Drive from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Sponsor Code: DexterCommunity
As summer weather heats up and the pandemic continues, it can be hard to keep spirits up. It's sometimes difficult to feel connected to the wider community. We have an easy way to help others and help yourself: give blood! Donating blood is a safer way to get out of the house and socialize. You can enjoy the warm, cozy feeling of knowing you were of service to others. You may even find yourself making a new friend (at a safe distance)!
There is an ongoing need for blood, and your single donation could help save more than one life. Will you step up to give this month?
Platelets and type AB plasma also needed
Platelet donors and those with type AB blood are also continually needed to help ensure patients receive the lifesaving blood products they need. Platelets – a key clotting component of blood often needed by cancer patients, surgical patients and bone narrow recipients – must be transfused within five days of donation, so donations are constantly needed. Donors with type AB blood are urged to give blood or platelets to restock the plasma supply. Type AB donors have the universal plasma type, which can be given to patients of all blood types.
How to donate blood
The free Blood Donor App – available in app stores by searching for American Red Cross or by texting BLOODAPP to 90999 – not only makes appointment scheduling easy, but donors can also access their digital donor card and be notified when their donation is distributed to a hospital. Donors can also visitredcrossblood.orgor call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental consent in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
Blood donors in the Missouri-Illinois Blood Services Region can now save time at their next donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, prior to arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn more, visitredcrossblood.org/RapidPassand follow the instructions on the site.
About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visitredcross.orgor visit us on Twitter at@RedCross.
The Friends of the Library would like to thank everyone who supported and contributed to the fundraiser! The Keller Public Library would also like to thank the Friends of the Library for all their support!
The winner of the raffle fundraiser is Charlotte Mills!
This fundraiser was sponsored by: Mathis Funeral Home, Metal Weld, FM Bank, Wal-Mart, and Friends of the Library.
Pictured from left: Lanie Grey Mills, Margot Mills, Charlotte Mills, Barrett Mills, Library Director, Jordan Myers, and Friends of the Library President, Adrienne White
Bloomfield, MO - Peter Coutavas has been selected as the new Director of the IDASC
"The purpose of the IDA is to develop, advance, and encourage economic development through the promotion of commercial, industrial, agricultural and manufacturing facilities and tourism in Stoddard County."
Coutavas has been on the Board of Directors for the IDA for 17 years. He is presently 81 years old and has more energy than most his age. "I've always worked even since I retired at the age of 50. I just have so much more to accomplish in my life," commented Coutavas.
He has worked for some major corporations like IBM and General Telephone. He also served in the Air Force and at the age of 60 he moved to Puxico from New York. He has served as a city alderman and city mayor for Puxico.
In the evenings you might find him sitting on his porch smoking a cigar and enjoying the "slow" life of southeast Missouri.
What is the IDASC? It stands for the Industrial Development Authority of Stoddard County and the office is located at 310 South Prairie St. Bloomfield. If you would like to check out their website click HERE.
"We have sort of an identity problem in our county," stated Coutavas. "We need to get the word out! The Board of Directors has authorized me to spend $40,000 however I see fit. I have decided to give each of the communities $5,000."
The IDASC receives $1.50 for every ton of garbage dumped at the local landfill.
"I attended the Essex City Council Meeting and found a young man who wanted to put an American Flag pole up at the fire station at a cost of $1,150. I felt that to be a great idea!"
The IDASC also has a "Million Dollar Grand Fund" that is allocated based on a cities population.
Over the next few months more stories will be written about the IDASC. Coutavas hopes to educate the public on what they do and how they can help businesses and communities in the area!
Dexter, MO - The Keller Public Library in Dexter has released their latest list of Memorial donations as well as "In Honor Of" donations to the library.
If you would like to donate a book in memory of a loved one please contact Jordan Myers, Director at (573) 624-3764 or stop in at 402 West Grant Street in Dexter.
In memory of Linda Schneider: Caste by Isabel Wilkerson donated by David Walker
In memory of DeAnna Rogers: Cozy by Jan Brett donated by Jean Rahm; Share Some Kindness, Bring Some Light by Apryl Stott, Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton donated by Bob and Janice Barney.
In memory of Wesley Paul Bates: What the Wind Told by Betty Boegehold donated by David and Audrey Keller.
In memory of Mel Jones: Southern Living 2020 Annual Recipes donated by Carol Long and Kristi Williams; A Spoonful of History; A Culinary Tour of Missouri and our Governor's Mansion donated by Pam Trammell; The English Garden by Ursula Buchan donated by Bob and Jean Isbell; Our Hearts are in England by Jordan Marxer, North Downs Landscapes: Exploring the Glorio Countryside on London's Doorstep by Doug Kennedy donated by Jeanie French and Olivia Zunkel; The National Parks of the United States: A Photographic Journey by Andrew Thomas donated by David and Ann Dubrouillet; Stone Houses of the English Countryside by Nicholas Mander donated by Ronald and Melba Medler; Woodworking: The Complete Step-by-Step Manual by Kindersley Dorling donated by Jim and Beckie Grasdorf; The New Gardener's Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful and Bountiful Garden by Faryl Beyers donated by Marilyn Brehmer and family; National Geographic Complete Photo Guide: How to Take Better Pictures by Heather Perry donated by Shawn and Danna Parker.
In memory of John Rowland: Dirt to Soil: One Family's Journey into Regenerative Agriculture by Gabe Brown donated by Shannon and Candy Collier.
In memory of Leota Larson: The Essential 55: An Award Winning Educator's Rules for Discovering the Successful Student in Every Child by Ron Clark donated by Shannon and Candy Collier
In memory of Mary Lou Northern: Bible & Breakfast: 31 Mornings With Jesus Feeding Our Bodies and Souls Together by Asheritah Ciuciu donated by Grant Winstead.
In memory of Joan Coffey: Cool Flowers: How to grow and Enjoy Long-Blooming Hardy Annual Flowers Using Cool Weather Techniques donated by Bob and Jean Isbell.
Advance, MO - the Advance Knights of Columbus will host a Fish Fry on Friday, July 9, 2021 from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
This is an All-You-Can-Eat for $10. Children age 15 and under eat FREE!!
Meal includes: Fish, Chicken, Shrimp, Fries, Onion Rings, Hush Puppies, Baked beans, Cole slaw, Mac & Cheese.
