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July 4, 2018 Dexter PD DWI Campaign
July 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin
July 4, 2018 Dexter PD DWI Campaign

Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter Police Department participated in the July 4, 2018 DWI Campaign funded by MoDOT during the dates of June 29, 2018 - July 4, 2018.

During this campaign, officers conducted 31 traffic stops and cited 9 drivers for various traffic related offenses.

32 verbal/written warnings for traffic violations were also issued.

Pictured is Dexter Police Chief Trevor Pulley.


Last Updated on July 06th 2018 by Dee Loflin




City of Dexter Offices Closed Wednesday, July 4th
June 27th 2018 by Dee Loflin
City of Dexter Offices Closed Wednesday, July 4th

Dexter, Missouri - The city of Dexter offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 for the Independence Holiday.

Monday and Tuesday trash will be on schedule.

Wednesday and Thursday trash will be one day late.

No bulk pick up on Friday.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

City of Dexter Fireworks Display is slated for dark on Wednesday, July 4th (that's around 8:30 p.m.)  If rain, the fireworks display will be on Thursday, July 5th.  The ShowMe Times will announce via Facebook, Twitter and Text if the fireworks display is moved to Thursday as soon as the city makes a decision. (Typically not made until right before the event is to start).


Last Updated on June 27th 2018 by Dee Loflin




Dexter Fireworks Display Set for Wednesday, July 4, 2018
June 04th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter Fireworks Display Set for Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Dexter, Missouri - The City of Dexter's annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display is slated for Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at dusk (around 9:00 p.m.) at East City Park.  Sunset is 8:22 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4th for Dexter.

S&N Display Fireworks from Lincoln, Illinois will provide the pyrotechnics again this year.  

In case of rain on Wednesday, the fireworks show will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2018. The Fire Chief will let the ShowMe Times know if there is a cancellation or change and will be announced on Facebook, Twitter and with a ShowMe Times text alert (if you haven't signed up please do so!).

The event is free and open to public.

"It will be in the same spot as last year.  The soccer fields and baseball/softball fields will be roped off, but there is plenty of parking at the fairgrounds, south of the ball fields, at the aquatic center, and around the levee," commented Mark Stidham, Dexter City Administrator.

The city ordinance prohibits the shooting of fireworks inside the city limits however that will be waived on Wednesday, July 4th to allow residents a chance to celebrate the holiday.  Fireworks are also allowed at the park prior to and after the official city display.  If rain cancels the fireworks display on the 4th residents will be able to shoot fireworks on the 5th only if cancelled!!!

Last Updated on June 04th 2018 by Dee Loflin




Fake $100 Bills Popping Up in Dexter
June 04th 2018 by Dee Loflin
Fake $100 Bills Popping Up in Dexter

Dexter, Missouri - The Dexter police department is urging businesses to be careful when accepting $100 bills, after reports of at least three incidents in the Dexter area.

According to Dexter Police Chief Trevor Pulley, "We have had three since May 21, 2018 at local businesses."

Businesses should be proactive when taking money over the counter of any denomination higher than a $20, but be especially cautious when taking $50 or $100 dollar bills.

There are a number of security features on bills issued by the US Federal Reserve, but Pulley suggests that businesses should focus on the security band that is to the left of the portrait on the front of the bill running vertically. According to uscurrency.gov, the band should be visible if you backlight the bill, and will have "USA" and the number "100" on it as well, alternating on both sides of the strip.

Other security features, according to uscurrency.gov, include a watermark of Benjamin Franklin to the right of the portrait, color-shifting ink on the "100" in the corner of the bill, a 3-D security ribbon that runs to the right of the portrait that alternate both bells and a "100" when you move the bill side-to-side, among other features.

If you feel you have received a counterfeit $100 bill please contact your local police department immediately.


Last Updated on June 04th 2018 by Dee Loflin




Dexter PD Press Release Regarding Business Burglaries
June 02nd 2018 by Dee Loflin
Dexter PD Press Release Regarding Business Burglaries
Dexter, Missouri - Many business owners can put their mind at ease as Dexter Police Department has made an arrest after a lengthy investigation with regards to recent burglaries.  We would like to thank our police officers who assisted in the investigation and worked many long hours through evidence, tips, etc to make this arrest.

Below is a press release from the Dexter Police Department.

Jacob Jackson of Dexter, Missouri was arrested by officer’s with the Malden Police Department.  During the investigation and interviews with Jackson, he admitted to being involved in several business burglaries in Dexter.
  
Detective Lt. Cory Mills and Detective Sgt. Eddie Holloway assisted in the investigation and completed and provided warrant affidavits to the Stoddard County Prosecutor.  On May 23rd, 2018 a warrant was issued for Jackson, charging him with 9 counts of Burglary in the 2nd Degree (Class D Felony), 6 Count of Stealing (Class D Felony) 2 Counts of Stealing (Class A Misdemeanor) and 4 Counts of Property Damage (Class A Misdemeanor).  Bond was set at $500,000.00 Cash.

The following businesses were:

World Finance Cash to Go  
917 W. Bus. Hwy. 60 202 N. Walnut St. 

Cash Depot Perfect 10 Nail Salon
1703 W. Bus. Hwy. 60 208 W. Stoddard St.

Always Tan Jean & Company
210 W. Stoddard St. 106 W. Stoddard St.

Country Finance Brem Insurance
11 W. Bus. Hwy. 60 202 N. Walnut St.

H&R Block
209 W. Bus. Hwy. 60

Cash to Go 202
N. Walnut St.

Perfect 10 Nail Salon
208 W. Stoddard  St.

Jean & Co.
106 W. Stoddard St.

Brem Insurance
202 N. Walnut St.

Pictured is Dexter Police Chief Trevor Pulley.

Last Updated on June 02nd 2018 by Dee Loflin




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