BusinessMay 13, 2013
Broadway Prescription Shop featured in magazine
"Our nation needs your help to ensure that decisions about U.S. agriculture accurately represent you, your communities, and your industry," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "For every 158 people in America there is one farm. I urge you to take action today and respond to the census -- your country is counting on the information to help ensure a continued supply of food, fiber and fuel for generations to come." USDA conducts the census every five years and has received more than 2 million completed census forms for 2012. ...
National attention
* Broadway Prescription Shop, 710 Broadway, is featured on the cover of this month's America's Pharmacist magazine, a publication distributed to more than 23,000 independent community pharmacies nationwide. Some of the technological improvements mentioned include upgrading the pharmacy's computer and point-of-sale systems and adding a robot to fill bottles. Recently, the pharmacy enhanced its online refill capabilities and launched a refill application that may be used on customers' smartphones. The article also credits the pharmacy's original owner, Homer George, for establishing National Poison Prevention Week, more than 50 years ago.
Ribbon cuttings
* The Andrew Jackson, a bridal and formal wear retailer at 102 S. High St. in Jackson, is holding a ribbon cutting at 5 p.m. Thursday The business came under new ownership in December. Services have been expanded to include event planning, rentals and a ready-to-wear line for all occasions and ages. Call 243-4431.
* Horizons Enrichment Center will hold a ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m. May 21 at its new Learning Garden at 2030 Spring St. Horizons is a center for adults with developmental and mental disabilities sponsored by Southeast Missouri State University College of Health and Human Services. The garden will give program participants an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a safe and nurturing environment and to plant flowers and vegetables. It features a bridge over a dry creek bed and several planter boxes that can be accessed by wheelchairs along a winding path to a specially designed picnic pavilion. For information, call 290-5115.
Agriculture programs
* Farmers and ranchers have until May 31 to submit information for the 2012 Census of Agriculture, by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
"Our nation needs your help to ensure that decisions about U.S. agriculture accurately represent you, your communities, and your industry," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "For every 158 people in America there is one farm. I urge you to take action today and respond to the census -- your country is counting on the information to help ensure a continued supply of food, fiber and fuel for generations to come." USDA conducts the census every five years and has received more than 2 million completed census forms for 2012. "It's not too late for those who have not yet responded to join the generations of producers who participated in the Agriculture Census since it was first conducted in 1840. Only you can continue to provide the facts straight from the farm," Vilsack said. Producers might be contacted by phone or in person by the USDA. Federal law requires a response from everyone who receives the Census form and requires that individual information is kept confidential. For more information or to provide information, visit agcensus.usda.gov or call 1-888-4AG-STAT [1-888-424-7828].
* USDA Rural Development announced the deadline to apply for grants under the Rural Energy for America Program for fiscal year 2013 has been extended to May 31. The REAP program was authorized by the 2008 Farm Bill and provides grants and loan guarantees to farmers and rural small businesses for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. For more information, visit rurdev.usda.gov/MO-REAP.html or call 573-876-9321.
* June 3 is the last day to enroll in Average Crop Revenue Protection [ACRE], which was extended for the 2013 crop year, along with the Direct and Counter-Cyclical Program [DCP] by the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012. ACRE is a revenue-based safety net, as opposed to the price-based safety net provided by the DCP, according to a news release by the Cape Girardeau County Farm Service Agency in Jackson. To enroll, producers should contact the FSA office at 243-1467, extension 2 to schedule an appointment by the June 3 deadline. The deadline to enroll in DCP is Aug. 2. For more information on either program, visit fsa.usda.gov.
Export training
A workshop called "Export Training-Ready, Set, Sell Overseas!" is being held from 8:30 a.m. to noon May 30 at the Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce, 1267 N. Mount Auburn Road, hosted by Missouri Enterprise. It is the first event of a three-month export training program designed to assist businesses looking to export products or expand their exporting capabilities. Two classroom trainings will be held in addition to customized site visits with export training professionals. The goal of the program is to provide education and coaching toward the development of a comprehensive, written exporting plan. The cost for the program is $750 per company, up to two attendees. Eligible firms may apply for funding through MO STEP=Up, a program of the Missouri International Trade & Investment Office, for up to 50 percent reimbursement of training expenses. The registration deadline is May 28. Contact Rick Prugh at 573-308-7581, by email at rprugh@missourienterprise.org or visit missourienterprise.org.
Cape Chamber holds membership drive
The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a membership drive through May 23. Chamber ambassadors will be out in the community talking with business owners and professionals about the benefits of chamber membership. During the drive, basic membership is $250, the $25 application fee is waived and special incentives will be given to new members. For more information, contact Kim Voelker, membership development specialist, at 335-3312.
Nominate your favorite educator
The Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2013 Educator of the Year. Educators from K-12, postsecondary institutions and Southeast Missouri State University will be honored. Anyone who would like to nominate a full-time educator for recognition may submit a form to the chamber office by May 24. For forms or more information, call 335-3312.
Fugaro joins Landmark
Dr. Joseph M. Fugaro joined the medical staff of Landmark Hospital in Cape Girardeau. He will specialize in caring for Landmark's long-term acute care patients. Fugaro previously worked for Landmark Hospital in Columbia, Mo. Fugaro completed his medical degree at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and his general surgery requirements at Wayne State University in Detroit. Fugaro also is a major in the Missouri National Guard.
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Volkerding honored for sales achievement
Ken Volkerding, a financial representative with Modern Woodmen of America, was named to the President's Club for his high achievement in life insurance sales. Volkerding has been with the organization since November 2004. Modern Woodmen provides life insurance and annuity products. For more information, call 651-0030.
Bowen earns top doctor honors
Dr. Jimmy D. Bowen of Advanced Orthopedic Specialists in Cape Girardeau received HealthTap's Top Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialist in the U.S. award. He was recognized for his expertise, excellence and patient care. Bowen received his medical degree from the University of Missouri School of Medicine in Columbia, Mo., and served as a captain in the U.S. Navy. For more information, call 335-7040.
McMullin joins law firm
Mark McMullin of Cape Girardeau joined Moss, Stillwell & Surratt, Attorneys at Law. He will specialize in personal injury cases, bankruptcy, estate planning, real estate and business organization matters. McMullin received his bachelor's degree in finance from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and is a graduate of University of Missouri School of Law in Columbia, Mo. He previously worked with the A.W. Smith Law Firm in Columbia and has worked as an instructor for the University of Missouri and as an accountant.
Bell earns sales awards
M.A. Bell was awarded Mid-America Region Top 20 Agent award by Realty Executives International. Bell also earned the Platinum Executive Club Award for completing 61 real estate transactions worth $8.45 million in sales and the Pinnacle Level Award for outstanding sales volume.
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