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Park Hills Pool Offers Swimming Lessons
The Park Hills Pool is offering Swimming Lessons. The cost is $35 per person. Classes will be held on August 3, 5, 6, & 7. The pool is closed on Tuesdays. Classes are being offered from 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. each day. Classes are for ages 3 and up. The deadline for registration is July 30, 2020. Please call the pool at 573-431-4831 to register or for more information.
Ameren Missouri Launches New COVID-19 Relief Fund to Help Small Businesses
$500,000 in program funds for energy assistance now available to small businesses and nonprofits with 50 or fewer employees ST. LOUIS (July 8, 2020) – Today Ameren Missouri announced a new $500,000 energy assistance program for Missouri's small businesses and nonprofit organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program is open to small businesses and nonprofit customers with 50 or fewer employees who meet other eligibility requirements. "We understand the hardship that many of our small
Community COVID Testing Event
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the Missouri National Guard are conducting a drive-through COVID-19 community testing event for Missouri residents at Mineral Area College, Student Lot F, on July 14, 2020, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Register at health.mo.gov/communitytest or by calling the state hotline at 877-435-8411. The tests are open to all residents of Missouri. You do not have to be experiencing symptoms to be eligible for the test, and no doctor’s order is required.
Serenity HospiceCare Welcomes New Community Relations Director, John Lodholz
Serenity HospiceCare is excited to welcome our new Community Relations Director, John Lodholz. John comes to Serenity with 17 years of experience in sales and marketing in the medical field, working for Amedisys, Pyramid Home Health, and Apria Healthcare. John also has a 48-year music career touring 15 different countries and performing with Toby Keith at several different music venues. This impressive history of career and life experience made him an excellent choice for Serenity HospiceCare. When
Main Street Grow Supply Ribbon Cutting
We would like to extend an extra-large helping of Congratulations to Joe & Katie Weathers, owners of a brand new downtown business, Main Street Grow Supply! Several Park Hills - Leadington Chamber Board Members and Investors, as well as Joe & Katie's family members and friends, joined to celebrate the grand opening of their business! Located at 213 West Main Street in Downtown Park Hills, Main Street Grow Supply is an indoor cultivation equipment and supply store. Main Street Grow Supply will be
We Honor Veterans “Once a Hero”
At Heart & Soul Hospice, we believe that no matter how long it has been since a veteran last slipped on a uniform, they deserve to be celebrated and revered. Through the We Honor Veterans program, we commemorate the selfless service of veterans nearing the end of life through special vet-to-vet pinning ceremonies that demonstrate our heartfelt appreciation for the countless sacrifices made by service members and their families. We Honor Veterans was developed by the National Hospice and Palliative Care
BJC Loosens Visitor Restrictions
In recognition of the important role loved ones play in the healing and coping process, and with careful attention on managing and controlling the spread of COVID-19, BJC HealthCare is launching a less restrictive visitor policy today. The revised policy will allow one visitor per patient in outpatient, inpatient, and surgical settings, including medical offices and emergency rooms, with some exceptions for inpatient OB, pediatric, and end-of-life patients, where the BJC policy currently allows two
Missouri Department of Labor Announces Additional Benefit for Businesses Participating in the Shared Work Program
To encourage participation in Missouri’s Shared Work Unemployment Compensation program and to lessen the burden on businesses struggling to reopen, the Missouri Department of Labor’s (DOLIR’s) Division of Employment Security (DES) today announced that through December 26, 2020, the unemployment accounts for businesses participating in the Shared Work program will not be charged. While Missouri has had a Shared Work program for more than 30 years, the program is well suited for businesses transitioning to
Serenity’s Staff Caught Clowning Around!
Spreading sunshine and joy is just one of the things the Serenity HospiceCare staff does on a regular basis in the areas they serve. Normally in the course of their business, Serenity’s nurses, social workers, CNA’s and chaplains take care of patients with life-limiting illnesses. They take care of their medical needs, minister to their spiritual needs, and help them achieve the quality of life they want with the time they have left. But right now, Serenity’s staff is spreading sunshine and joy in
Commercial Fruit Crop Production Webinar Series
The Extension University of Missouri is offering a Commercial Fruit Crop Production Webinar Series! Take individual classes for $25 each or the whole series for $150. Classes from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for producers interested in commercial fruit production. Online classes taught by MU Extension Specialists on ZOOM. This webinar offers comprehensive classes aimed at commercial fruit growers. Classes are divided as being of general or specialized knowledge.General knowledge classes include: Site selection
Park Hills - Leadington Chamber Awards Scholarships to Four Central High School Graduates
The Park Hills - Leadington Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is excited to announce the award of four scholarships to 2020 Central High School Graduates! Chamber Board Members amended the program to award scholarships to four graduating seniors in 2020, up from one recipient in years past. Each recipient will receive a $500 scholarship to use at one of our three local colleges or universities. Alicia Robbins Alicia is the daughter of Dan and Tracy Robbins. She will be using her scholarship for
Missouri Department of Labor Offers FREE Virtual On-Site Inspection
Need safety expert advice as you reopen your business? Concerned about your customers and employees health and safety during this pandemic? The Missouri On-site Safety and Health Consultation Program is ready to help you return to work! Contact us for a free COVID-19 mitigation or OSHA compliance consultation. We also offer virtual consultation visits - if your facility is not quite ready to open to visitors, we can still provide the consultation services you need.COVID-19 Assistance – We understand both
Support SEMO Family Violence Council's Fight Against Domestic Violence!
Due to the Covid-19 virus, The Southeast Missouri Family Violence Council was unable to hold its spring fundraisers. In an effort to recoup some of their lost income, they are currently selling t-shirts recognizing domestic violence victims. Shirts are available in white or black and sizes range from Small to 5XL. Prices are as follows:Small to 2XL $253XL to 5XL $27 Orders due by August 1, 2020. Place your order today by calling the SEMO Family Violence Council at 573-358-3913.
Income Tax Filing Deadline Moved to July 15
Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin has announced that the deadline to file income taxes will be moved to July 15 from April 15, at President Trump's direction. All taxpayers and businesses will get additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties. For more information, visit: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus
The Chamber Benefit Plan
There’s Strength in NumbersA medical plan that lets small businesses join together for more plan options and lower rates Say hello to the Chamber Benefit Plan. A multiple employer welfare arrangement (MEWA) designed for businesses like yours. When it comes to providing employees with cost-saving health care coverage, small businesses are at a big disadvantage compared to their larger counterparts. Because of their smaller size, their claims risk pool is spread out across a much smaller employee
