Dexter, Missouri - The Stoddard County Gospel Mission will try to reopen on Monday, May 4th at 9 a.m. There are some specific rules that will have to be followed to keep both the employees and the customers as safe as possible.
They are implementing the following until further notice:
✅Store Hours will be Mon – Fri ONLY 9:00 to 3:00 through June.
✅Only 15 people allowed in the store at once per Stoddard County Public Health Department
✅1 Cart per Person
✅No one under the age of 16 will be allowed in
✅Face masks will be required to be worn by both employees and customers. You must provide your own face mask as we do not have a supply available.
✅To reduce the exposure, please be prepared to pay for your items at the time of check out, during this time we would like to control the in and out traffic of the store.
✅No public restrooms will be available until further notice
✅Shopping carts will be cleaned by employees after each use to provide another level of safety to our customers.
During this time we ask that you be aware of the amount of time you spend in the store and to be respectful of those waiting to enter since we do have a maximum of 15 customers in the store at once.
"We want to stress that while we are EXCITED to be opening, that we MUST abide by the guidelines and if we find that people are not, it could jeopardize the store remaining open"
Stoddard County, MO - Communities across the nation are coming together even though people are social distancing and even self isolating at home. People are asked to tie a red ribbon outside of their homes and businesses as a sign of hope and prayer during the Coronavirus crisis.
Many religious leaders are dedicated to bringing the community together through prayer when the nation needs it the most.
And while it may seem like a small gesture, it is hoped that it will make a big impact.
If you are interested Ashley Miller is making them at Jacksons Florist in downtown Dexter. They are $7 and water resistant. If you choose to put on your mailbox, make sure they do not obstruct the opening of the mailbox.
Let's cover Dexter with red ribbons!!
Stoddard County, MO - "It is with a heavy heart as a cancer survivor that I have to announce that the Stoddard County Relay for Life event has cancelled. It is the latest fundraising event to be collateral damage because of the COVID-19 virus," commented Dee Loflin.
The American Cancer Society has suspended all events through mid-May based on current guidance and out of an abundance of caution amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to a press release obtained from Ashley Cody, Relay for Life ACS Staff Partner the American Cancer Society has suspended all events through mid-May. This postponement impacts the annual Relay for Life of Stoddard County scheduled for May 1st at East Park in Dexter. This event will not take place, but they invite the community to continue to support the mission of ACS by supporting fundraising efforts of local teams virtually.
"Trust me when I say this breaks my heart, because it does. But a HUGE part of Relay For Life is honoring our survivors, some of the very people that are most at risk. My own parents would not have been able to be there. When I say that Belinda, myself and others agonized over this, it's an understatement. ACS made the decision to cancel all events nationwide until after our event," commented Jennifer Hartlein, Stoddard County Relay for Life Event Co-Chair.
"Would they have allowed us to move it to another date, yes, but we have way too much respect for other events in June and July to schedule it at the same time. And all of our county schools have tons of events and fundraisers starting in August. I, for one will be at the 18 Fore Life event in June and encourage you to support that event and the local schools then as well." continued Hartlein.
"We will still honor our survivors, it just will be different. A huge thanks to the hard work done by our committee and team. This was going to be one of our best events ever!! Also thank you to all of our sponsors. You guys are awesome! Please look at the back of your old Relay shirts and support those small businesses now more than ever!!"
"Relay for Life has been a tradition for years in our community," commented Belinda Worley. "This decision comes with great sadness, but is indeed the right choice. In an effort to keep everyone safe, we will be switching all fundraising to online for 2020."
"We appreciate your love, support, and understanding. Social distancing SUCKS, but CANCER SUCKS MORE!"
We will be back, We will Celebrate, We Will Remember and We Will definitely Fight Back! Thanks again Stoddard County and much love to all!!
UPDATE: The City will begin collecting bulk trash again on April 24th. You will need to purchase tags at Harps or City Hall and will need to contact the Water Department by Thursday at noon to be scheduled for the pickup.
POSTPONED UNTIL AFTER THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC IS OVER!
Dexter, MO - The city of Dexter will have their Spring Cleanup each Friday in April.
Bulk trash pickup is being offered. "Red Tags" may be purchased at City Hall or Harp's Grocery Store for furniture or other bulky items for $1.00 each.
Major appliances such as refrigerators, stoves, washers, dryers, and hot water heaters require a "Blue Tag" and can be purchased at City Hall or Harp's Grocery Store for $10.00 each. There is a limit of four (4) items to be picked up.
"Red Tags" may be purchased at City Hall or Harp's Grocery Store for Yard Waste pickups.
You MUST call the Water Dept at 624-5527 by Thursday of each week to schedule either the bulk trash or yard waste pickup (one call per household)
Bloomfield, MO - The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce has become very active over the past few years. The number of events have increased for 2020. The Chamber Board of Directors are working diligently to serve the community as well as stimulate business-to-business commerce in and around Bloomfield.
If you are an individual and would like to join the Chamber or volunteer contact Amy Haas, President or Dee Loflin, New Chamber Member Coordinator. The Bloomfield Chamber also has an active Facebook page (click here).
Events this year include: Just to name a few.......
Wednesday, March 25th
Deadline for the Early Bird Rate for the Color Run in April. Register by March 25th to get a tshirt. Link to printable Application here: https://bit.ly/2PNiCUu
Wednesday, April 8th
Deadline for Early Bird Rate for the 2020 Miss/Mister Heritage Days Pageant.
Link to printable Application here: https://bit.ly/2THsZur
Thursday, April 9th
12:00pm: Monthly Chamber Meeting @ Elderland
We invite all to attend the monthly meetings. In April we welcome Amber Childers, a County Engagement Specialist In Community Economic Development
from the Missouri University Extension of Mississippi as a guest speaker and will follow with other Chamber information.
Saturday, April 11th-
Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt/Heritage Days Event
8:30am: Color Run 5K
10:00am-4:00pm Heritage Days Event
12:00pm: Easter Egg Hunt
2:00pm: Miss/Mister Heritage Days Pageant.
Event has booked more than 25 vendors, businesses, organizations etc..already for this event.
Food vendors will include Tasty Sno Crabs, Willy Bills Fish/Bbq and Hamburgers/hotdogs by Spirit & Truth Worship Center of Bloomfield.
Live Music by Joyful Noise.
If you, your business or organization are interested in becoming involved in this event please email
Amy@ahaas.d830@shelterinsurance.com
Pictured from left to right: Toni Hill, Dee Loflin, Karen Griffin, Ruth Strickland, Janice Traughber, and Amy Haas.
