This week in Dallas County history, as recorded in the Buffalo Reflex. more

Vita Dell (Johnson) Abercrombie more

Vita Dell (Johnson) Abercrombie more

Harry Eugene McDaniel more

The strong foundations supporting economic development in our community begin with strong relationships. Effective relationships must be in place long before progress is ever seen. They are the result of slow, steady, time-consuming work done by community leaders. The time to establish these relationships is before you need them, and not waiting until you need something, to begin communicating. This is a basic understanding shared by our leaders, and what makes our Dallas County region so successful. The Dallas County Economic Development Group (DCEDG) works alongside these leaders to create even greater opportunities for economic growth in our region. more

Finding a job that you enjoy and that allows you to be creative is hard for some, which is exactly why Amber Skinner with the Buffalo Prairie Middle School kitchen staff hit the jackpot. Skinner has a special talent for decorating desserts, and brings her passion with her to work for all the students to enjoy. more

The movement in Urbana to start a Neighborhood Watch Program, spearheaded by Assistant City Clerk, Brittany Crawford, is well-timed with Dallas County law enforcement under the new sheriff, Darren Cheek. Cheek included in his campaign that he’d like to bring Neighborhood Watches to Dallas County. Citizens of Urbana, after several recent break-ins, are ready to be the pilot Neighborhood Watch program for Dallas County. more

Katie Dotson more

This week in Dallas County history, as recorded in the Buffalo Reflex. more

Abbey Woodyard more

Last week, the temperatures were unseasonably low, reaching negative numbers. Imagine a child sleeping on the floor or a makeshift pad in extreme weather. Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Inc. (SHP) MO-Dallas County Chapter built 26 beds; applications exceeded that number last fall. more

Maureta Evelyn Fugate more