Apr 24, 2008 | Daily Dunklin Democrat
University Extension offers classes for Hispanic people with diabetes
The University of Missouri Extension is offering a series of classes for Hispanic people with diabetes and their families and friends to help find healthful options in choosing and preparing foods that are low ... via Daily Dunklin Democrat
Homestead, property tax credit forms available at county assessor's office
“You can only receive one of the credits”
The 2008 Homestead Preservation Credit and Missouri Property Tax Credit forms are currently available to those Dunklin County residents who are applicable. via Daily Dunklin Democrat
COLUMBIA - A jogger was robbed at Stankowski field early Sunday morning.
A jogger was robbed at Stankowski field early Sunday morning. According to a news release from the University of Missouri Police Department, officers received a report of a robbery on Stankowski recreation ... via KOMU-TV Columbia
Little River Fest ready for Saturday
Coldwater Productions invites everyone to join them this Saturday, April 19, 2008, on the banks of the Little River at Hornersville for an outdoor music adventure that some have referred to as the Bootheel's ... via Daily Dunklin Democrat
Vet school plans 'Come, Sit, Stay' events Saturday
The veterinary faculty, staff and students at the University of Missouri Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital will host the 2008 open house Saturday in Columbia to give the public and aspiring veterinarians the ... via Springfield News Leader
Commission awards contracts for maintenance, repair
“These contracts will be administered like our guardrail repair contracts. The contractor will be on-call and in the event a need for specialized work arises with equipment we don't have, the contractor will handle the repairs.”
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded several contracts during its regular meeting Thursday for maintenance work in Southeast Missouri. via Suntimes News
Producers warned about hay scammers
“It is truly unfortunate that this scam continues and that someone is trying to take advantage of our producers. We ask that producers make sure they have some level of confidence in the buyer and their method of payment.”
The Missouri Department of Agriculture is once again reminding hay producers across the state to be aware of potential hay scams where they can be cheated out of thousands of dollars. via Suntimes News
Federal funds will prevent underage drinking
“Underage drinking is a serious problem that hurts Missouri children and their families, and the consequences can be devastating”
Gov. Matt Blunt today announced the Department of Public Safety has competitively awarded more than $188,000 to combat underage drinking across Missouri. via Suntimes News
Class on managing your business cash flow offered
“This class is not an accounting class but rather a class where we are sharing practical business information in everyday language.”
The old statement "cash is king" is true for any business small or large. That is why it is so important for business managers to know how to manage their business's cash flow. via Suntimes News
Children's museum receives more tax credits for new site
“We've been disappointed; with all these gloomy cold days we didn't have a place for kids to play. We want to open up as soon as we can”
The Discovery Playhouse received a boost Tuesday with news it will receive an additional $108,000 in state tax credits. via Southeast Missourian
Scholarships available for 4-H and FFA members involved in raising sheep
The Columbia-based organization is offering four $750 scholarships to current and former members of the two groups. via Springfield News Leader
For the residents of Southeast Missouri, the week of the flooding was one that will be vividly remembered. via Southeast Missourian
DNR looking for 'orphan containers' displaced by floods
Crews supervised by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have begun recovering the more than 250 fuel tanks and potentially hazardous "orphan" containers ... via Southeast Missourian
Red Cross opens distribution center in Advance, Mo.
ADVANCE, Mo. - The American Red Cross continues to provide emergency support to individuals and families affected by the flooding in southern Missouri. via Southeast Missourian
Missouri Health Department Waive Fee for Private Well Testing to Assist Flood Victims
“If the well casing is or was submerged in floodwater, Missourians are reminded NOT TO USE THE WATER”
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is waiving the fee for private water supply testing due to the floods. via Kansas City InfoZine
Letter writer comments on National Agriculture Day
Today we celebrate National Agriculture Day. Along with Missouri's 105,000 farms, we are celebrating our state's number one industry - agriculture. via Suntimes News
Missouri Baptist Hospital - Sullivan Highlights New Nuclear Medicine Camera
“By cutting the length of the exam time down, image quality and, ultimately, the patient's comfort level will increase”
Missouri Baptist Hospital-Sullivan, in partnership with Nuclear Diagnosis, Inc. which provides the nuclear medicine services at MBH-S, just installed a new Philips Forte Jetstream AZ nuclear medicine camera. via Sullivan Independent News
Red Cross to offer 'Be Red Cross Ready' training
The Southeast Missouri Chapter of the American Red Cross is pleased to announce that 'Be Red Cross Ready' training will be offered from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Chapter office in Cape Girardeau on Saturday. via Suntimes News
Residents encouraged to attend meeting to discuss funding for the Arts
“I encourage anyone with an interest in the arts to attend this meeting and explore the funding options available through the Missouri Arts Council. It is time for us to work together to promote the arts in our area.”
The Missouri Arts Council announced additional funding will be available to art programs and services in under-funded areas and is holding an informational meeting to discuss the issues involved with the ... via Daily Dunklin Democrat