Apr 26, 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
MSH Auxiliary hears of UCAN's efforts
“Our mission is to help ease some of the burdens brought about in the wake of a cancer diagnosis, thereby enhancing the quality of life experienced by local cancer patients”
Julie Allison is the new Outreach Director of the United Cancer Assistance Network and was a guest speaker at Missouri Healthcare's Auxiliary recent monthly meeting, explaining to the auxiliary the purpose and ... via Daily Statesman
“Not only have I learned how to manage my arthritis”
Registration is still open for the Southeast Missouri Regional Arthritis Center's free, six-week workshop, "Live Like Your Life Depends on It," for adults living with a chronic condition. via Suntimes News
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
DeWitt Tree Ring: Does it Work?
“I didn't even read the instructions, so guys can do this!”
Brett Robinson of Fairdealing, MO designed this weeks' Does it Work product. He's so confident it works, he contacted me to try it on Does it Work Wednesday, knowing full-well, I'm not afraid to speak my mind! ... via KFVS12
The ACS Relay for Life helps cancer patients
“Programs, services and materials to cancer patients and their families are available locally at no cost through public contributions.”
In the fight against cancer, the American Cancer Society places great importance on local cancer patient services, hoping to ease cancer's impact on people's lives in Dunklin County. via Daily Dunklin Democrat
A highway message board is coming to I-55 in Perry Co.
“Nearly 50 of the message boards were installed last year along I-70 and I-44. This year, message boards will be installed along I-55 in Southeast Missouri as well as I-29 and I-35 in Northwest Missouri”
A highway message board is coming to I-55 in Perry County. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a contract during its regular meeting Thursday to install dynamic message boards along ... via Suntimes News
Today is election day in Missouri. The polls opened at six o'clock this morning and will stay open until 7 this evening. via KTJJ
Moratorium on casinos moves closer to passage
“There's no intent whatsoever to get rid of Pinnacle”
A bill moving through the House would stop the Missouri Gaming Commission from licensing any new casinos for two years. via St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Meetings Times: 5:45 P.M. Committee Meetings 6:15 P.M. Dinner 7:00 P.M. Board of Directors Meeting Salad, Rolls and Dessert Date and Time Notice Posted: Friday, April 4, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. Date Notice Mailed to ... 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
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
Operation Orange: To make work zones safe
“Anything we can do to remind people the importance of slowing down, staying alert and obeying the work zone signs can truly save lives and it is worth any effort.”
As you drive across Missouri this April, you may see more orange than normal. No, it won't be the usual cones and barrels seen as MoDOT is working on the roads. via Suntimes News
Research Conference on Southeast Missouri economy planned for April 11
Southeast Missouri's economy will be the topic of a research conference scheduled for April 11 on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University. via Daily Dunklin Democrat
Missouri Investigate Fish Kill at Dickerson Park Zoo
Emergency responders from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources will join staff from the Missouri Department of Conservation to investigate the cause of a fish kill at Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield. via Kansas City InfoZine
Blunt submits Supreme Court brief supporting death for child rape
Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt has filed a brief with the U.S. Supreme Court supporting the death penalty for child rapists.The “friends of the court” brief supports the state of Louisiana, which is ... via KansasCity.com
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