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Dexter Kiwanis Wishes to Thank Area Businesses for Their Generous Donations
June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - The recent Kiwanis Pancake breakfast fundraiser was quite successful due to the generous donations of over 90 local businesses, people, and churches. They would like to thank the following:
American Outdoors, American Steakhouse, Autry Morlan-Chevrolet, Cadillac, Nissan, Baker Implement Company, Betty Lou's, Bud Shell Ford, Burger King, Carol Beam, Cecil Weeks, Chrisman Art Gallery, Chrisman LP Ga, Christian Lumber Co., LLC, Christian Memorials and Signs, and County Wide Abstract.
Danny Talkington, Dexter AG Service, Dexter Collision LLC, Dexter Veterinary Clinic LLC, Edward Jones, Investment, Farmers Insurance, Andrew Stuever, First Baptist Church, Dexter, Gill's Appraisal Service, Green Versity, Greenway Equipment, Inc., and Gregory's Two East.
Harry Blackwell Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Hubbard's Jewelry, Jay Yorke Law Firm, Jean & Co., LLC, CPA's Jim Gibson Trucking, K9 Biz, Mayer Law Office, McDonald's, Metalweld, Inc., Metro Gallery/Powder Room, Morse-Harwell-Jiles, Muddy Paws LLC, Old Timers Antique Mall, Patrick Roberts, CPA, Pizza Hut, Progressive Farm Credit, Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home, Rinehart Insurance, Ringer Law Office, Robert Riddle, O.D., Shelter Insurance - Matt Thurmon, Southwest Nazarene Church, and State Farm Insurance - Chris Brannan.
Trammell & Son, SEMO Mutual Ins., Tyson Foods, Walker Construction, Wal-Mart, Weber's Ben Franklin, Williams Moving Co., U.S. Poly Enterprise, Inc., First Missouri Bank, Brem Insurance, LLC, Riley, Stubbs & Cato, LLC, Allen Christian Buick GMC, Southern Bank, First Midwest Bank, First State Bank and Trust Co., Holden Law Office, P.C., Kris Willis RV Center, A-1 Mini Storage, Lemonade House Grill, Fitness Connection, Stan's Carpet, and Specialty Engineering.
First Commercial Bank, Advantage Automotive, Robin Phelan Northern Attorney at Law, Bagby Investment Consultants, LLC, Corner Stop Cafe, Plaza Tire Service, Faurecia, Powell Supply, Battles Communications, Inc., Jim Bollinger & Son, LLC, Dexter Statesman, Hickory Log, Southeast Health, Melinda Sweeney, Backworks Chiropractic, Senior Health Care Solutions, LLC, Air Tech, Bootheel Recycling, Key Drugs, Ultimate Flooring, Bank of Advance, William T. Kane D.D.S., Meals on Wheels Program and The ShowMe Times.
Last Updated on June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vais/Dexter-Kiwanis-Wishes-to-Thank-Area-Businesses-for-Their-Generous-Donations
Southeast Autism Center Honored with Missouri Community Action Network Award
June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin
The Southeast Missouri State University Autism Center for Diagnosis and Treatment was presented with a Missouri Community Action Network (CAN) Award at the Missouri CAN Annual Conference May 15 at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri.
The Autism Center received the award for the southeast region of the state and was recognized for its outstanding community service and outreach in providing screenings and diagnostic evaluations for children suspected of having Autism and other developmental delays in the Delta region. Autism Center staff regularly visits these communities at Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation (DAEOC) Head Start sites in Kennett, Sikeston, New Madrid, Hayti and Bell City, Missouri.
The Delta region of the Missouri Community Action Network nominated the Autism Center for the award. Awards were presented to organizations in communities that contribute to uplifting families in poverty. Eighteen community regional network organizations in Missouri nominated honorees.
Renee Patrick, clinical psychologist at the Autism Center and incoming Center director, accepted the award on behalf of the Center’s staff.
“We’re really committed to meeting the needs of people who live in the Bootheel,” she said. “One of the ways we have worked to reach people is through collaboration with Head Start. We believe early intervention helps people grow to their potential.”
Last Updated on June 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vaeq/Southeast-Autism-Center-Honored-with-Missouri-Community-Action-Network-Award
Age Spots by Jackie Dover - Never Forgotten!
April 30th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Never Forgotten
What makes a hero? I ponder that question while sitting in a SALT meeting recently. SALT stands for Seniors and Lawmen Together. SALT is an organization that was established to bring seniors and law enforcement together to address unmet safety needs in Cape Girardeau County. SALT hosts several events throughout the year to actively bring seniors and the law enforcement community together. On May 24 they host the most touching and solemn event of the year the Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony.
The Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is very special to me. My husband is a Deputy Sheriff and has been for over 12 years, prior to that he was in the military. He doesn’t ever ask or want to be the center of attention, but he is one of my heroes and always will be. There have been countless times over the last 15 years that he has had to miss school functions and family events, sometimes at the last minute. Many times he has been in dangerous situations or heartbreaking ones and never complains or shares the details of what happened, he just does his job. Many heroes just do their job, sometimes they get recognition but most times they do not.
In my way of thinking, a hero is the person who puts themselves in front of you to protect you from danger. The person who runs headlong into danger knowing the risks involved, knowing that they make a choice to confront what most people run from. Knowing that by just doing their job, they may not get to go home to their family.
The SALT Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony will recognize 49 fallen heroes who died in the line of duty. 49 heroes who were not able to go home to their families. 49 heroes who made a choice to run toward danger. 49 heroes who do not deserve to be forgotten. On May 24 at 6:00 at Cape Bible Chapel, 2911 Kage Rd, Cape Girardeau, Mo we get a chance to remember with respect, gratitude and honor these 49 men who made a difference in their communities and paid the ultimate price. We also get the chance to honor their families and make sure they know that we appreciate the sacrifices made. SALT honors those from the counties of Bollinger, Butler, Cape Girardeau, Dunklin, Iron, Madison, Mississippi, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Ripley, Scott, Stoddard and Wayne.
The Law Officer Memorial Ceremony is open to all and I encourage you to attend. The evening includes essay winners from local schools who write about “Police-Our Heroes”; scheduled key note speaker is Gov. Eric Greitens and the “Final Call” a recitation of the 49 heroes we are honoring. This ceremony makes me cry every year and I am so grateful to be able to bring my children to such a meaningful event.
SALT also sponsored the Law Officer Memorial located at Cape County Park North. This memorial has all 49 names engraved and stands as a lasting tribute to their sacrifice. I encourage you to stop by and visit and take a moment to say thank you to these 49 heroes so they are never forgotten.
If you are unable to make the event May 13-19 is Police Week. Please take the time to thank these men and women who give so much of their time to keep us all safe.
Last Updated on April 30th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/vabh/Age-Spots-by-Jackie-Dover--Never-Forgotten
St. Francis Adds to Charleston Family Care
April 23rd 2018 by Dee Loflin
Charleston, Missouri - Saint Francis Healthcare System is pleased to welcome nurse practitioner Amy Watkins, MSN, RN, FNP-C, to Charleston Family Care. She joins Robert Robbins, DO.
Watkins earned her Master of Science in nursing from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She brings more than 15 years of nursing experience with her to Charleston.
Nurse practitioners are nurses who have undergone advanced training and are able to diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries, order lab work and imaging tests, and write prescriptions. They can manage many health conditions, teach health promotion and help patients with disease prevention.
For more information about Charleston Family Care, please call 573-683-3739 or visit www. sfmc.net.
Saint Francis Medical Center is a 308-bed facility serving more than 713,000 people throughout Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee and Arkansas. Guided by its mission to provide a ministry of healing and wellness inspired by its Christian philosophy and values, the Medical Center has become a progressive, innovative regional tertiary care referral center. Saint Francis’ major service lines, which have received national recognition, include the Neurosciences Institute; Orthopedic Institute; Family BirthPlace, featuring the region’s first Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; Heart Hospital; Emergency and Level III Trauma Center; Cancer Institute; and Fitness Plus.
Last Updated on April 23rd 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/va8l/St-Francis-Adds-to-Charleston-Family-Care
Children's Division 35th Circuit Hosted a Banquet to Honor Foster Parents
April 16th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - On Tuesday, April 3 the Children’s Division’s 35th Circuit hosted a banquet to honor and thank foster parents in Stoddard County and Dunklin County for their hard work and dedication to caring for our children in foster care.
JoDawn Miller, an adoptive parent from Puxico, was the featured guest speaker for the evening. She shared her family’s inspirational adoption journey, offering valuable advice and words of encouragement to the foster families who help support Missouri’s most vulnerable children each day.
Foster families provide safe and caring temporary homes for children whose families are currently unable to care for them. When asked about their experience with opening their homes to children in need, many describe it as rewarding.
“A lot of people ask me how I can be a foster parent,” says Catherine Houtz. “But I say how can I not? I know I can’t take them all into my home, as much as I would love to, but I know it means the world to the children I can help.”
The Children’s Division would like to thank the First Baptist Church of Dexter for offering their space for the banquet, the Gas Mart in Puxico for the food donation and their help and support, and all of the local businesses that donated door prizes for our foster parents.
The Children’s Division would also like to thank JoDawn Miller for volunteering her time to share her adoption story. We are extremely proud of the amazing foster families in this area who are making a difference in the life of a child in foster care and our tremendous community partners who support the needs of these children and their foster families.
The Children’s Division encourages all families who are willing to open their homes to assist children in need to learn more about foster care in Missouri. If you’re interested in becoming a foster parent, have questions or just want more information about foster care and other ways you can help, please contact the Stoddard County Children’s Division 573-568-2111 for help.
Last Updated on April 16th 2018 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/va8h/Childrens-Division-35th-Circuit-Hosted-a-Banquet-to-Honor-Foster-Parents
