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September 3, 2010

Three Springs RV Campground
D.R. and Carolyn Kettle
24125 County Rd. 6050
Rolla, MO 65401
carolynkettle@yahoo.com
www.threespringsrvpark.com


Chamber Office Closed on September 6th in observation of Labor Day.

Chamber Luncheon - September 8th at 11:45 a.m. at Stefano's. Our sponsor is Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Cost is $10. Call or e-mail the Chamber office to R.s.v.p. by 9 a.m. on September 7th. Seating is limited make your reservations today!

Chamber Trivia Night

The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce invites you to flex your intellectual might at the 3rd Trivia Night to be held on September 24th at the St. Robert Community Center from 7 to 10 p.m. Teams will be made up of no more than 10 players. The registration fee is $100 per team and due to the Chamber office by September 23rd. If you can't come up with ten players please contact the Chamber office and we will try to pair you up with other individuals.

There will be no concession stand at the venue so teams are encouraged to bring their own refreshments, sorry no alcoholic beverages will be allowed on the premises. The minimum participant age is 14 and there is no babysitting provided. Questions will begin promptly at 7 p.m. for the following categories: Geography, Science, Art, Sports, History, and Pop Culture. Mulligans are available for purchase before the event begins and cost $5 for 1 or 6 for $25.

Come out and challenge the defending champs, the Rotary Club of Pulaski County's "Think Tank," in a battle of the brains and a night of fun and camaraderie! Sponsoring this event is Citizen's Mortgage Company. For more information contact the Chamber office at 573-336-5121, e-mail info@wsrchamber.com or visit www.waynesville-strobertchamber.com


What "IT'S ALL HERE!" Is All About!

Shop Local...it sounds easy enough, but how can you shop local if you don't go out and find what's available within your community? It's All Here is the Chamber's new Shop Local event aimed at reminding old residents and introducing the new ones to the resources and opportunities right outside their doors. We're proud of what the Waynesville-St. Robert area has to offer and we don't want it to be a secret any longer!

Sign-up to be a part of It's All Here and the Chamber will put your name in all radio, television, and print advertising for the event; feature your business on a map of participants; and finally you'll get a quarter page ad in a special edition It's All Here tab that will be inserted in the Daily Guide and Guidon the week of the event!

All we ask in return is that your business stay open between the hours of 5 p.m. and midnight on November 5th! Take this opportunity to welcome consumers to your business with specials and deals they won't want to pass up! Create repeat business by offering coupons or discounts on future purchases! We're working to get them in your door, keeping them coming back is up to you!

Don't have the staff or resources to stay open that long? That's okay too! There are still plenty of opportunities to get involved with this event but make sure you sign up soon, deadline is September 15th!

We've heard the statistics of the shopping dollars leaving our area and frankly we're ready to put in the work to get them back! Won't you join us?

For more information about this event contact Cecilia by calling 573-336-5121 or e-mailing chamberdirector@wsrchamber.com.

You can also click the image below to learn more about the opportunties to get involved with this project.


 

Marketing Opportunities in the upcoming 2011 Community Profile and Membership Directory

Tidbits of Pulaski County was awarded the bid to print this year's Chamber Community Profile and Membereship Directory.
Click on image above for advertising information.


 

1. La Familia has a new location at 1018 Missouri Ave.

2. Visit them at www.lafamiliamex.com.

3. Group reservations are available.

4. Tuesday is all you can eat enchiladas.

5. Sunday's are available for private parties.


WHS to honor Heroes Sep 10, 2010

Waynesville High School, in recognition of the many sacrifices made by the men and women serving our military and those individuals serving as first responders, announced they will be hosting "Heroes Night at Slaughter Field" at the home football game Friday evening, September 10. This marks the 4th year to honor our military and this year our area's first responders will also be honored.

Friday evening, September 10, the Tigers will host Springfield Parkview. All active duty service members in uniform, military retirees, national guard, and those with ID, along with first responders (police, fire, ambulance, etc) in uniform or with proper identification will be admitted to the game free of charge.

Dr. Judene Blackburn, Superintendent of Schools said that "for the past three years WHS and the school district have been hosting this event. We enjoy paying tribute to our military and to our first responders. We look forward to the interaction and cheering on our Tigers." According to Director of District MSHSAA Activities, Josh Scott also announced the first two hundred entering through the gates will receive an official "Dog Tag "Honoring Our Heroes".
Mark your calendars now, to celebrate Heroes Night (formerly Military Appreciation Night) at Slaughter Field on Friday, September 10 when Waynesville host Springfield Parkview. Kickoff is at 7:00 pm, with pre-game and halftime events planned.

Community Pride Night draws large crowd

Last Friday night, tradition carried on as the Waynesville-St Robert Area Chamber of Commerce hosted their Community Pride Night at the first WHS home football game of the season. Large numbers gathered for free hot dogs and refreshments. At 6:30 pm, volunteers had already prepared and given away over 1,000 hot dogs. According to chamber officials, many members (over 60) sponsored the event.


USO Update

Help is needed for the following shifts:

Friday 3 Sept
6-10

Sunday 5 Sept
12-3 and 3-6

Monday 6 Sept
12-3 and 3-6

We only need one or two people for each of these shifts. We are always looking for new volunteers. If you are able to volunteer please email flwuso@embarqmail.com.

Operation hours: Thurs - Sat Noon -10 PM, Sunday Noon-6 PM
USO of Missouri, Fort Leonard Wood
573-329-2039
573-329-2051(fax)
www.usomissouri.org.
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Pass the Plate

Southern Spice Café is hosting Pass the Plate a free dinner on the 1st Sunday of every month from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.. This event is presented by Metamorphosis Outreach and for more information visit www.southernspicecafe.com or call 573-336-2058.
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Electronic Recycling Day

Recycle your Electonics, Tires and Appliances on Saturday September18th from 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the St. Robert Transfer Station at 3 J.H. Williamson Dr. in St. Robert. Costs are as follows: refrigerant appliances $50/each and other appliances free; passender tire $1.50; truck tire $5; tractor tire $10. (No tires from businesses, please!) Television $10 each for businesses and $5 for residential. Computer monitors $5 each. Hard drives, printers, phones, VCRs, and most other electronics are free. You must unload the items yourself. For more information call MRPC at 573-265-2993 or email nongluk@meramecregion.org Sponsored by the City of St. Robert, Ozark Rivers Solid Waste Management District, Missouri Department of Natural Resources and Meramec Regional Planning Commission.
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Library hosts Pioneer Days

The Waynesville Library will host Pioneer Days, Tuesday September 7th from 5 to 6:30 p.m. come listen to stories, the New Hope Singers, fiddle playing, make crafts, view a Laura Ingalls Wilder exhibit, and enjoy refreshments.
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Prescription Drug Turn-In Program

The Pulaski County Juvenile Office, in conjunction with the Pulaski COUnty Health Department, Waynesville Police Department, and St. Robert Police Department will be conducting a Drive-Through Prescription Drug Turn-In Program. The dates of the program are Friday September 10th, from noon until 7 p.m. and Saturday September 11th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

According to Russell Shelden, Chief Juvenile Officer for the 25th Circuit, the illegal and misuse of prescription drugs are a serious problem, not only across the United States, but also within our own community.

According to the National Drug Control Policy on Teens and Prescription Drugs, some alarming trends are developing among teens. Teens are turning away from street drugs and using prescription drugs to get high. Next to marijuana, the most commonly used illegal drug is prescription drugs. Teens are abusing prescription drugs because they believe the myth that these drugs provide a medically safe high. The majority of teens get prescription drugs easily and for free, most often from friends' or relatives' medicine cabinets. The combining of prescription drugs often results in serious health consequences, including death. Four out of ten teens believe that prescription medications are much safer to use than illegal drugs, because they are prescribed medications by a doctor.

The Pulaski County Juvenile Office, Pulaski County Health Department and Police Departments from the City of Waynesville and St. Robert recognizes the need to remove unused or unwanted prescription drugs from households and is offering this free program to citizens of our community. We want to thank our partners in our endeavor, such as Wal-Mart and Smitty's Price-Cutter as convenient drop off locations for those two days.

Further information or inquires can be directed to Russell Shelden, Chief Juvenile Officer for the 25th Circuit at 573-774-4730.
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2nd Annual Halloween Fun Run/Walk and Trunk 'N Treat Event

The Armed Services YMCA will again be hosting a fun and safe family event on Saturday, Oct. 16th from 10:00 AM until 12:30 PM on Ft. Leonard Wood. A 3K Family Friendly Fun Run/Walk will begin at 10:00 AM. All participants are asked to come in costume. Fun Run takes place on Iowa Ave, starting at Baker Theater. Following the run will be a Trunk 'N Treat event at Baker Theater parking lot for Fun Run participants ONLY.

A Trunk'N Treat event involves cars or trucks lining up and parking next to each other. Each vehicle is decorated in a Halloween theme and children trick or treat at each vehicle. We will have prizes for the 1st and 2nd place runners, and Best Dressed costume. Prizes for the Trunk 'N Treat have been donated by Armed Forces Bank, FLW. 1st place Best Decorated vehicle will win $50, and 2nd place is $25. Any individual, business or military unit may provide a vehicle for the trunk 'n treat. Must pre-register.

Live broadcast by 98.9 "The Fort!"

It will be a spooktacular time!

3K Entry Fee: $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per child (ages 5-15), and $25.00 for a family of 3 or more. Children under 5 FREE.

Registration: Begins September 1, 2010 to October 16, 2010. First 100 paid participants receive a t-shirt. Must sign in prior to race starting at 9:15AM at Baker Theater. This is a Halloween themed event, so come dressed in your best costume.

To sign up: Call 329-4513 or send email to ymca@cablemo.net
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"Toys for Tots" Golf Tournament

The Marine Corps League Sgt Darrell S. Cole Detachment 1195 is holding a "Toys for Tots" Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday October 16th at the Oak Hills Golf and Country Club in Dixon.

COST: $45.00 Per Person ($40.00 with own cart). Team Mulligan's will be sold on the day of the event for those that wish to purchase them.

ALL PROCEEDS (after prizes and expenses) GO TO OUR LOCAL TOYS FOR TOTS PROGRAM TO PURCHASE TOYS FOR CHILDREN IN DIXON, AND THE SURROUNDING TOWNS IN PULASKI, MILLER, MARIES, PHELPS AND LACLEDE COUNTIES OF MISSOURI.

FORMAT: 2 - Person, 18 - Hole ALTERNATE SHOT SCRAMBLE Tournament. 60 Player limit. For All Male Golfers, Ages 49 yrs and younger, tee from the Blue Markers, Ages 50 - 59 tee from the White Markers, Ages 60 and Older tee from the Yellow Markers. All Female Golfers tee from the Red Markers. Additional information will be provided at the rules brief on the day of the Tournament. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd places. Flag prizes available (Longest Drive, Closest to Pin, Longest Putt, etc.).

FOOD: Burgers, Hot Dogs, and Nacho's will be sold by the Marine Corps League Detachment Concession stand. Drinks available for purchase inside golf clubhouse.

SIGN UP: All Interested teams must be signed up by C.O.B. on 9 Oct 2010. Please pay for your team in advance to secure your spot! Check in starts at 8:30 a.m., rules brief at 9:45 a.m., Shotgun Start at 10:00 a.m. TOURNAMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 30 TEAMS SIGNED UP! All players must have their own clubs or share clubs with playing partner. Info/Sign up Call: Oak Hills G&CC @ (573) 759-2323.
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Cruising for Christ Motorcycle Run and Car Show

The Pulaski Family Activity Coalition is proud to announce the 4th Annual Cruising for Christ Motorcycle Run and Car Show on September 25th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bike and Car Class Awards will be voted on by the public and some selected by local officials. Grand prize and door prizes will also be awarded. Bike and car registration is $15 if received before the 25th and $20 the day of the event. A meal is included in that prize. Car registration will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pulaski Community Center and bike registration will take place between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. at Pepper's Grill, the first bike will leave at 11 a.m. This event is open to the public and the point of contact is Joseph Grumney at 573-855-7041, 774-2392 or jg.pfac@yahoo.com or joseph.grumney@conus.army.mil. This is an alcohol free event will proceeds going to the building of a playground at the Pulaski Community Center.

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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."

 
Chamber Events
September 4, 2010
6 p.m. Miranda Lambert with Special Guest Big Kenny in Concert
September 6, 2010
  Labor Day-Chamber Office Closed
September 8, 2010
11:45 a.m. Chamber Luncheon-Stefano's SPACE IS LIMITED
7 p.m. W.O.W. 2010 Begins


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Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce
137 St. Robert Blvd., Ste. B
St. Robert, MO 65584
573-336-5121
fax: 573-336-5472
chamber@wsrchamber.com
www.waynesville-strobertchamber.com