The St. James City Council met on Tuesday, April 9 to discuss several matters pertaining to the city. During the meeting, the council:
• Held a public hearing on a floodplain ordinance. The ordinance would update the city’s current code to meet state and federal guidelines. Public Works Director Lyle Thomas informed the council there is new mapping of the city is currently being conducted, but it won’t be ready until 2020.
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Leuthauser named as new director
Yvonne Leuthauser was named as the new director of the Phelps County Senior Companion Program on April 1, 2019. Leuthauser has been coordinator for the Senior Companion Program since March 31, 2016 and looks forward to designing, developing and implementing strategic plans for the organization.
Blood drive being held May 13 in St. James
There will be a blood drive on May 13 from 2-6:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in St. James sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of St. James. To make an appointment call 800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org or for more information.
CPoD summer program application now being accepted at State Tech
For the eighteenth year, State Technical College of Missouri is hosting the 2019 session of Computer Professions on Demand (CPoD) program scheduled for June 23-27.
CMS choir hoping to sing at Cardinals baseball game
Choir members at Cuba Middle School are hoping to sell enough tickets to the June 26 St. Louis Cardinal baseball game to sing “God Bless America” at the game. Tickets are $20 each and in section 270. Please contact Ronna Ament at Cuba Elementary School at 573-885-2534 or by calling 573-263-8836 for ticket information.
MBSH highlights infusion center volunteer
National Volunteer Week was established by Presidential Proclamation in 1974 to provide the opportunity to recognize and thank volunteers for their time, talent and dedicated service in making a difference in their communities. This year, National Volunteer Week is being observed April 7-13.