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Pulaski County Armed Forces Community Covenant Pulaski County and the cities of Crocker, Dixon, Richland, St. Robert and Waynesville, will join an ever-increasing number of communities who have shown their support for the military families living in their area by signing a America's Armed Forces Community Covenant. A ceremony will be held on July 28th at 9 a.m. in the Pulaski County Courthouse lobby to mark the occasion. It will be attended by Congressman Ike Skelton, State Senator Frank Barnitz, State Representative David Day, Presiding Commissioner Bill Ransdall-Pulaski County, MG William McCoy-Commander, U.S. Army Maneuver and Support Center, Fort Leonard Wood, Mayor Jim Morgan-City of Crocker, Mayor Darrell French-City of Dixon, Mayor Bob Wall-City of Richland, Mayor George Sanders-City of St. Robert, and Mayor Cliff Hammock-City of Waynesville. The Covenants will then be on display in their respective city halls, with the Pulaski County Covenant displayed in the County Courthouse. The America's Armed Forces Community Covenant is like the Army Family Covenant first signed into action last October by military leaders. It recognizes that our nation's Soldiers are only as strong as the families that support them. Therefore a commitment must be made to ensure that every Soldier knows the community is there supporting not only them but also their families in these times of war. The America's Armed Forces Community Covenant takes this pledge of support one step further to include not only the Army but all military services, both Active duty and Reserve. The public is welcome to attend this historic event on July
28th at 9 a.m. in the Pulaski County Courthouse lobby. Choices Program The Chamber in partnership with the Pulaski County Rotary Club will be presenting the Choices Program to all 8th grade classes in the county. This program is aimed at challenging students to think about their future career options based on the level of education they decide to achieve, as well as, the impact their choices will have on others and the world around them. The Chamber is currently seeking volunteers from the business community to help with this program. If you are interested in becoming a presenter please call the Chamber office at 573-336-5121. Chamber is looking for Sponsors! 2008 Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber Fall Sponsorship Opportunities The Annual Chamber Community Pride Night will be on August 29th at the 1st home football game of the Waynesville High School Tigers. Sponsors are needed to help cover the cost of the hot dogs and soda that are handed out for free before the game. Your name will be listed on a sponsor sign at the event and on all press releases. $50 Sponsorship Yes: ______ No: ________ Event Volunteer Yes: ______ The CHOICES Program will once again be presented to the eighth grade classes in Pulaski county and sponsorships are available. The Waynesville-St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Rotary Club of Pulaski County is proud to bring the CHOICES Program to the students of our community once again. This is an innovative program that teaches invaluable lessons on topics such as money and time management and making the right academic choices. One Classroom Sponsorship $130 Yes: ______ No: ________ School Districts |
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2008-09 Back-to-School Events Revised 7/23/08 August 4-5 8:00 am - 4:00 pm All Schools New
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Maneuver Support Science and Technology Conference The Leonard Wood Institute cordially invites Chamber members
to the Exhibit Hall Grand Opening and The Grand Opening and Reception will begin at 5 pm and continue to 7 pm on Monday, 28 July. Come and celebrate the start of the conference with us and visit the exhibits. If you have questions, please call Ron Selfors, 573-368-6307. ____________________________________________ Forum Dental's Grand Opening and Patient Appreciation Night Help celebrate the Grand Opening and Patient Appreciation Night at Forum Dental in Saint Robert at 310 St. Robert Blvd., Ste. 1 on Monday, July 28th at 4:30 p.m. Come meet the doctors and staff at their new location at 310 St. Robert Blvd in Liberty Plaza. Refreshments will be provided. Looking forward to seeing you there! For more information call 573-336-2536. ____________________________________________ Crayon Crusade 08 Kicks Off Last year St. John's Therapy Services, along with supporting
area businesses and individuals netted more than 3,100 school
supplies for children in the area. Recently the St. John's staff
hosted a Kick-Off and Appreciation Breakfast on July 8 at Freedom
Elementary School. Joining the staff and guests at this year's breakfast was Dr. Mike Prater, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction for the Waynesville R-VI School District. He further explained that collected school supplies are much appreciated by the Waynesville R-VI School District. According to Prater, "As the new school term starts, thanks to the efforts generated from the Crayon Crusade, school staff will be able to distribute supplies to those that might be in need". School supplies needed range from backpacks, #2 pencils, erasers,
glue, rulers, crayons, Kleenex, scissors, markers, individual
folders, schools boxes, wide-ruled notebook paper, 3-ring binders,
red, black blue and green ink pens. ____________________________________________
Attention Business Owners and Pulaski County Citizens In March of 2008 the City of St. Robert passed an ordinance prohibiting the sale of animals within the city limits without a permit from the city. The passing of this ordinance has cut down on the number of street-side vendors; however, too many vendors are still present along St. Robert Boulevard. The Pulaski County Humane Society is asking for your help. Without written permission from the property owner, they cannot set up 'shop'. We solicit your help by asking you to not permit vendors to sell puppies on your business properties. One of our goals to reduce the pet overpopulation problem is by promoting spay/neuter programs and to encourage people to adopt from local shelters…too many dogs are being euthanized because there are not enough homes for them. Street-side vending of animals lends to impulsive buying. Many of these animals will eventually end up loose on our streets or dumped in the county. This problem is not being managed by the county and is an ongoing burden to the cities. The termination of these vendors will have a positive effect on the financial, as well as, the manpower burden of our local governments. Should you have any questions, or require more information, please
contact us via the Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Pulaski County Humane Society PO Box 4032 ____________________________________________ Pressure Canning Class Pressure canning remains a popular activity for many who like to enjoy preserved foods all year long. It is critical to know the most reliable and up-to-date information so foods are high-quality and safe to eat. The USDA and University of Missouri Extension are credible sources to provide information on food preservation to consumers. University of Missouri Extension will be offering a 2-hour class on the basics of pressure canning and canning low-acid foods. Topics covered include: instructions for pressure canning, weighted gauges vs. dial gauges, venting, processing, and dial gauge testing. A demonstration will not be provided, but detailed instructions and recommendations for canning certain vegetables will be available. Melissa Bess, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, will be teaching the class. This two-hour class will be held at the Waynesville Court House in the meeting room from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and again from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 7th, 2008. Pre-registration is required by August 4th please call the Pulaski County Extension Office at 573-774-6177 to register or with questions. University of Missouri Extension is an equal opportunity/ADA institution. ____________________________________________ Feed the Children Feed the Children truck is here again. Attention everyone who is in need or knows someone who is. On August 9th at the St. Robert Municipal Bldg. parking lot Feed the Children will have their truck with food and personal items, 1 week supply for 400 families. Supplies will be handed out starting about Noon and until about 3 p.m. Volunteers are needed to help unload and set up starting at about 9 a.m. This is open to everyone in need. There will also be approx. 200 book bags with school supplies handed out. Children must be present with parent to receive school supplies. This event is sponsored by the Still Useable Ministries, an organization made up of numerous churches in the area. There will also be singing, praise, and prayer going on during the event. Everyone and all churches are invited to participate. Contact Susan Marshall at 573-337-1300. ____________________________________________ Back To School Fair Date: July 31, 2008 Time: 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Join Missouri Ozarks Community Action (MOCA) and Community Partners for an educational journey at the Back to School Fair. Community Partners will present health, nutrition and safety information to benefit all ages. Receive free basic school supplies and start to prepare for a new school year. Crocker, Dixon and Waynesville students are invited to attend the BTSF on July 31, 2008 at St. Robert Community Center. " All Students Kindergarten to Senior High school MUST be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. POC: Mary Wall or Peggy Darling at (573) 774-6348 ____________________________________________ Blood Drive Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) has issued a CODE YELLOW ALERT for Type B Negative and O Positive. There is less than a two day supply of this blood type on hospital shelves. Your donation is needed to help replenish the supply. It takes over 275 donations every day to meet the needs of patients in thirty-six area hospitals. CBCO will hold blood drive(s) at:Blood Drive Announcement Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is asking blood donors to give life to your community by participating in an upcoming blood drive at the following location: Fort Leonard Wood Friday, August 1, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Building 590 Iowa & N. Dakota CBCO needs your help to meet the growing need for blood in the Ozarks. Eligibility requirements include weighing at least 110 pounds, being in general good health and present required ID. A single blood donation can save the lives of up to three people. For more information about this blood drive, check out our website at www.cbco.org or call 1-800-280-5337. |
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"Strong Chambers of Commerce may be measured in many ways: by the number of members, activities, economic development, community growth, etc. We thank our members for continuing their investment in the Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce, in their business, and in our community. Your membership makes our Chamber stronger. By being a member you are identifying yourself with Waynesville-St. Robert's leading business organization." |
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July 25,
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| 12:00 p.m. | Committee of Fifty Luncheon |
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July 26,
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| Archery Tournament #5 | |
| 10:00 a.m. | Old Settlers' Day |
| 11:00 a.m. | Great Pulaski Duck Race |
| 5:30 p.m. | School Reunion |
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July 28,
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| 4:30 p.m. | Ribbon Cutting for Forum Dental of St. Robert |
| 4:30 p.m. | Forum Dental's Grand Opening and Patient Appreciation Night |
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July 31 and August 1,
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| YS Book Fair | |
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August 3,
2008
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| 9:00 a.m. | Senior Golf Tournament |
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