Bernie, MO - The Bernie High School Class of 2020 wanted a traditional graduation to end their high school career. Thirty-five students received their diplomas on Saturday, June 6, 2020. The ceremony was postponed due to COVID-19; however the gathering of family and friends was much smaller in the gym and the students were separated to be in compliance with social distancing.
Cassidy Freed lead the audience and students in the Pledge of Allegiance to open the graduation ceremony.
2020 Class president Taylor Anthony welcomed everyone to the ceremony. She thanked her teachers. "You all made us who we are and made sure to support us in anything we wanted to accomplish. I learned more the past four years than I ever thought I would."
Salutatorian Kaylie Holt received a very special award from High School Principal Brad Botsch during the ceremony. She was the only member of the class to qualify for the honors banquet every year of eligibility from 4th grade to her senior year. Though the class of 2020 did not get an Honor's Banquet this year students were recognized during the ceremony. Those recognized were Shyann Charles, Hannah Cupp, Cassidy Freed, Blake Harty, Nathan Harvey, Kaylie Holt, Kelsey Spitzer, and Emilie Vincent.
Holt was involved Future Business Leaders of America, FCCLA, Sr. Beta Club, Explore Club, Choir, and Pep Club. She was also awarded the President's Award for Academic Excellence.
"My classmates and I have all experienced many different things in our lives, but there are some things that we can all related to, like when someone parked in your unofficially assigned parking spot," commented Holt. Several of the students laughed with her.
She went on to say that BHS has provided all of the students with great opportunities and had helped prepare them for success in the future. "You only live once,"
"So do what makes you happy and don't be afraid to take some chances. But most importantly live life like there is no tomorrow because you never really know if there is one."
Sidney Cobb fought back tears as she addressed her classmates while giving her valedictorian speech. "She is a very accomplished young lady", stated Brad Botsch, Bernie High School principal. She has been involved in Future Business Leaders of America, Scholar Bowl, Pep Club, and Explore Club. She is the 2020 Student Council President, the Senior Class Vice President, and the Sr. Beta Club Vice President.
"Uncertain is the only way to describe the last few months of our high school career," stated Cobb. "COVID-19 ripped away many of the moments. We did not get to experience our senior tip, our senior faculty games, our senior prom, or our last few days together. For a lack of better words, that sucks."
In conclusion Cobb stated, "To the Bernie High School Class of 2020, I cannot even begin to describe how happy I am to know you. I have become so close with so many of you and for that, I am truly grateful. I love you all and I wish you the absolute best in your future. Stay safe and do the amazing things I know you are all capable of doing!"
Dexter, MO - Concerned citizens gathered at West Park in Dexter on Sunday, June 7, 2020 to participate in a peaceful protest joining millions across the world in response to the death of George Floyd of Minneapolis.
The Dexter residents in prayer along side of Dexter police officers at the beginning of the event. The group then lined the sidewalk facing Business 60. They held signs and raised their fist in honor of Floyd.
Four police officers have been arrested and charged in connection with Floyd's death.
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Bloomfield, MO - There will be a grand re-opening celebration at the National Stars and Stripes Museum/Library in Bloomfield on Saturday, June 6, 2020 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
There will be WWII reenactors, a swap meet, special food vendors, Tasty Snow Crab food truck, The German Cook, and Frozen Italian Ice food truck.
The National Stars and Stripes Museum/Library would also like to announce the new gift shop items for sale. There are new t-shirts, hats, and coffee mugs. The new 2020 collection is available in four colors.
They will also continue to sell the original historical replicas of the Declaration of Independence and The Constitution along with a printed copy of the first Stars and Stripes newspaper.
They have hand-painted magnets and made to order Christmas ornaments, hand-turned pens, acrylic cups, earrings and other items from our local artists. They even plan to feature a local artist each month with new and different types of items for sale.
Visit the National Stars and Stripes Museum and Library for a free tour and visit the gift shop. Proceeds go to continue the museum further existence and a great reminder of how history was made in Bloomfield!
Dexter, MO - The Dexter Chamber of Commerce Farmers' Market will be held each Thursday from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Several vendors have already signed up to participate.
The location has moved this year and will be held at 19 N. Elm in downtown Dexter. This is the parking lot located in between the streets of N. Elm and S. Locust.
Below are a few changes the Chamber will be implementing due to COVID-19 pandemic.
Vendors will be spaced out.
Please practice socially spacing by keeping a distance of 6+ feet from other customers and vendors.
Please shop with your eyes, not your hands.
Wash all produce thoroughly before using it.
If you are sick, please stay home and ask a friend or family member to pick things up for you at Dexter Farmer's Market instead.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
If you need to sneeze or cough, sneeze or cough into a tissue or into the crease of your elbow.
The Chamber encourages all vendors and customers to wear masks, per the recommendation of the CDC.
Would you like to be a vendor? Contact the Dexter Chamber of Commerce...573-624-7458
A list of vendors who have already signed up are:
Lynn & Racheal's Creations- artwork, plants, canned goods
Linda's Face masks- homemade face masks
Iris Rose Farm- Wooden barn quilts, antique barn wood crafts and signs, baked goods
Julie's Cookies & Treats- cookies
Bader Woodshed- homemade wooden items
Phyllis Menley- cookies
Emily's Jams & Jellies- jams, jellies, fruit butters, pecans, vegetables, plants
Peanut & Company Crafters- custom epoxied tumblers, handcrafted air fresheners, bracelets, key chains, chap stick holders, ring dishes
Lacey Wood- eggs, jewelry, coasters
Charlotte's Jewelry & Things- homemade jewelry and canned goods
Henry's Plants- plants, flowers
Col Ambush Handmade Jewelry- polished gems, jewelry, medicine bags, vegetables
Lady V's- homemade pork rinds
Advertising on the ShowMe Times will be sponsored by Dexter Realty and Appraisal Services!! Thanks to Mary Worley!
Dexter, Missouri - 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 Pam Trammel, Director at (573) 624-3764 or stop in at 402 West Grant Street in Dexter.
In memory of Reba Brazel Ward: The Country Guesthouse by Robyn Carr donated by D.H.S. Class of '51.
In memory of LeRoy Temples: Long Range by C. J. Box (Large Print) donated by D.H.S. Class of '51.
In memory of Wade Vancil: Arrowheads and Stone Artifacts: A Practical Guide for the Amateur Archaeologist by C. G. Yeager donated by Bill and Nelda Douglas.
In honor of Carrol Russell: Blindside by James Patterson and Long Range by C. J. Box donated by Randy and Betty Russell.
In memory of Wanda Myers: The Boy From the Woods by Harlan Coben and Last Girl Standing by Lisa Jackson donated by Matt and Jordan Myers; Walk the Line by David Baldacci and Camino Winds by John Grisham donated by Carolyn Moore.
In honor of Chantelle Becking, author of Unapologetically You: Freedom to Be donated by Andrea Duckworth.
In memory of Bob Coffey: Tales from the St. Louis Cardinals Dugout by Bob Forsch donated by Jim and Yvonne Hall; Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney donated by Terry Turlington.
In memory of Tommy Cooper: The Final Season: The Perseverance of Pat Summitt by Maria Cornelius donated by Terry Turlington.
In memory of Caryl Clippard: Growing Heirloom Flowers: Bring the Vintage Beauty of Heritage Blooms to Your Modern Garden by Chris McLaughlin donated by Terry Turlington; Roses by Leila Meacham donated by Carol Long.
