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Jewelry Scam Alert!!
Krekeler Jeweler Owner, Jeff Krekeler is warning area residents to be cautious!! Jeff says, "We have too many good-hearted local folks falling for this scam! It’s become a daily occurrence in my jewelry store. People buy this fake gold jewelry from a family (almost always Indian) in a late model vehicle with a crying child in the back seat, the dad has 'lost his wallet' and they 'just need enough gas to get home'. It’s the exact same story over and over." Please be cautious!! Don't be scammed! Call the
Announcing the 2022-2023 Season of Arts and Events by Mineral Area Council on the Arts
From Beach Boys Tribute to Junie B. Jones' Essential Survival Guide to School, Mineral Area Council on the Arts Brings It to the Parkland in the 2022-2023 Season!Since becoming a nonprofit community arts organization in 1990, Mineral Area Council on the Arts (MACOA) has brought quality art and cultural events to the region. The 2022-2023 season is no exception! The lineup offers events with performers from New York, Nashville, and St. Louis to our region and something for everyone.The MACOA season will
Karasek joins MAC as VP of Finance and Administration
PARK HILLS – Dr. Ray Karasek has joined Mineral Area College (MAC) as the new Vice President of Finance and Administration. He previously worked at the Community College of Rhode Island, most recently serving as the Director of Financial Analysis and Planning. Prior to that, he had been the Director of Business Services at Christian Brothers University in Memphis, TN. MAC President Dr. Joe Gilgour said Karasek brings more than fifteen years of experience in higher education finance, operations,
What Will Happen with Cash Rents in 2022?
Potosi, MO - Issues such as when should my tenant pay me part of the rent, how and when can my current lease be terminated, who pays for fertilizer or lime and how much rent should I receive for my farm are some of the questions that will be discussed at the Missouri Farm Leases Program to be held on Wednesday, August 24th. The program will run from 6:00 to 8:45 p.m. and be held at First Baptist Church, 10479 Hwy P, Potosi, MO 63664. There is a $50 charge for the first registrant and $25 for each
Ribbon Cutting & Dedication Ceremony for Paula's Playground
A Dedication and Ribbon Cutting was held for the new "Paula's Playground" in Elvins Park, Park Hills, Missouri on Sunday, August 7, 2022. The playground was built with funds donated by local businesses, organizations, community members, and the friends and family members of the late Paula Lee. Paula was a staple in Park Hills for 37 years. Very seldom could you walk into City Hall and not find Paula. Her dedication and devotion to our community were rare and passionate, while her love for children was
Expert Wound Care Close to Home
(FARMINGTON, MO – August 4, 2022) – As Stephen Price stood alone filming the sunrise along Yellowstone National Park’s Beaver Ponds Trail on the morning of May 28, 2021, he reflected on what had been a perfect trip. Everything had gone according to plan. All goals met. He would finish the four-mile loop trail, drive back to Bozeman, and fly home that afternoon. Five minutes later, as he rounded a bend, a grizzly bear stood upright from thick brush around 35 yards away, and then a second, which immediately
Parkland Health Center Named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals List
The annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient experience, and financial health (FARMINGTON, MO – July 29, 2022) – Parkland Health Center has been named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals® list. This is the first time Parkland has been recognized with this honor as one of the top-performing medium-sized community hospitals in the United States. The annual list is published by Fortune. Merative, a data, analytics, and technology provider
2nd Quarter Acclaimed Ambassador - Mandy Patterson
Congratulations to Ms. Mandy Patterson! Ambassador Club Committee Chairman and Chamber Board Member, (and Mandy’s Boss) Thomas “Docc” Nutter, presented her with the "2022 – 2nd Quarter Acclaimed Ambassador" award at this month’s Investor Meeting! This quarter, several of our ambassadors worked very hard to earn those points! Mandy earned 73 points narrowly beating the second-place earner with 69 points. That’s just FOUR points! Mandy is always anxious to help in whatever way she can. If we say we need
Serenity Solace Memorial Garden – A Walk to Remember
When Serenity HospiceCare was first established as HospiceCare Inc. in 1989 the founders were deeply committed to providing quality end-of-life care for everyone regardless of their economic situation. That mission continues today, to give the very best care possible to everyone who needs us, regardless of their ability to pay. This is obtainable through the generosity of donors like you. Our Memorial Brick Campaign is an opportunity for you to help! Your purchase of a memorial brick will ensure that
Pediatric Summer Safety Tips
By: Dr. Piyush Srivastava, Pediatrician at Medical Arts Clinic The peak of summer is a fun time for kids and family members alike. This time of year is filled with barbeques, pool parties, outdoor activities, and other fun things. I remember my childhood summertime back in India. We used to visit my maternal grandmother’s house, and we would play outside all day, every day – hiding behind shrubs, climbing trees, and chasing street puppies and baby goats. At night, we used to sleep on the terrace
Ribbon Cutting Serenity Solace Garden
What a beautiful dedication ceremony and heartwarming ribbon cutting today! Congratulations to Cara Detring! The Serenity Memorial Garden, recently relocated to Serenity HospiceCare's Park Hills facility, was officially dedicated to Ms. Detring "for her years of service and devotion to the establishment and mission of Serenity HospiceCare." Cara's family members & friends, Serenity HospiceCare workers & volunteers, community members, and members of the Park Hills - Leadington Chamber, Bonne Terre
Medical Arts Convenient Care Expands Hours of Operation
(FARMINGTON, MO – July 20, 2021) – Medical Arts Convenient Care has expanded its hours to provide additional care to patients in our community. Located at 534 Maple Valley Drive in Farmington, Medical Arts Convenient Care treats patients ages 6 months and older and will now be open seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. (closed from 1:00-2:00 p.m. daily for lunch). Walk-ins are welcome, and a visit to Medical Arts Convenient Care requires the same co-pay as a primary care visit, which is often
Rural Parish Dental Clinic
We are elated to announce that the Rural Parish Dental Clinic will be coming to Bonne Terre on September 15, 16, and 17th. The dental clinic offers NO cost services to people 19 years and up, that lives 200% below the Federal Poverty Level* and has no dental insurance. They provide services with a licensed dentist, which can include cleanings, cavities, extractions, dentures, and so on. The Rural Parish Dental Clinic will return each month on the first Monday to the Sonrise Baptist Church. We are looking
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B104 Night at the Ballpark
Join us at B104 Night at the Ball Park on August 27, 2022, as the St Louis Cardinals take on the Atlanta Braves!Purchase your St. Louis Cardinal Tickets NOW and help us raise money for the St Francois County Back Stoppers. Tickets are just $30 each and can be purchased at KFMO and B104, or from any of the St Francois County Backstopper Board Members. Only a limited supply of tickets is available. We will be honoring fallen officer Lane Burns at the game in the honorary first pitch by a member of his
Parkland Health Center’s Gaby McCutcheon Named Our BJC Values Employee for July
(FARMINGTON, MO – July 19, 2022) – Parkland Health Center is pleased to announce that Gaby McCutcheon was selected as the Our BJC Values Employee for the month of July 2022. Gaby is a patient care technician in the Emergency Department and has been employed at Parkland for over a year. Her nomination reads, “Gaby exemplifies compassion by giving of herself both personally and professionally. She uses her skills to provide consistent care and handles delicate situations with tremendous compassion. She
Dinner & Art Show by Carter's Clubhouse
Saturday, August 13, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Serenity HospiceCare 5272 Flat River Road in park Hills. The Entrance Fee is by Donation at the Door. Artwork will be made by children that receive support from Carter's Clubhouse. 100% of the proceeds stay at Carter's Clubhouse. Dinner: $10 per Plate, includes Mostaccioli & Garlic Bread Vote for the "People's Choice Best in Show" for $1 per vote. Bid on and Purchase the Artwork in a Silent Auction. RSVP for dinner by Tuesday, August 9, 2022,
City to Demo 5 Derelict Houses!
The City of Park Hills prepares for the demolition of five homes in Park Hills! Five homeowners consented to the demolition of the dangerous, vacant structures with the City of Park Hills. These properties will be leveled and seeded after completion. Weinhold Excavation LLC was the winning bidder on all five properties. These structures have stood vacant for years and time has taken its toll. With holes in the roofs, collapsing decks, and partial collapse of the home, Park Hills is ready to say goodbye to
