Missouri Auditor Nicole Galloway recently uncovered millions of dollars in questionable transactions by recipients of the funds from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
According to a report, 3,668 cases were found where benefits were used 30 or more days after the death of the cardholder.
2,358 cases were revealed in which the recipient was incarcerated during the review period.
16 million dollars were spent by cardholders exclusively out of state for 90 or more consecutive days, indicating they may no longer be Missouri residents.
Presser Pipes Presents – Light & Joy – Mexico
12/15/2022 7:00 pm – 12/15/2022 9:00 pm Presser Pipes Presents – “Light & Joy” , A Christmas Concert, Thursday Dec. 15th at 7 pm. The pre-concert music will be provided by The Mexico Woodwinds beginning at 6:40 pm The cost is $8/person or , $5 with 2 cans of food. Add to my calendar…… Continue Reading
Breakfast with Santa – Mexico
12/03/2022 8:00 am – 12/03/2022 9:30 am The Mexico Civic Club is sponsoring “Breakfast with Santa” this year. Saturday Dec. 3rd from 8 – 9:30 am at the St. Brendan Gymnasium. $5/person. Enjoy breakfast and get to see Santa. Tickets will be available at Moser’s & Show Me Credit Union from now until…… Continue Reading
Monroe County Extension Trivia Night – Paris, MO
12/03/2022 6:00 pm – 12/03/2022 9:00 pm The Monroe County Extension Foundation will have a Trivia Night. Saturday Dec. 3rd at the Monroe County 4-H building. Come out, have fun, and exercise your brain while raising funds for the new Extension Office. The doors open and the meal will be at 6 pm, games will…… Continue Reading
Christmas Craft & Gift Show – Montgomery City
12/10/2022 9:00 am – 12/10/2022 2:00 pm The Montgomery City will hold its Hometown Christmas Craft & Gift Show on Saturday Dec. 10th from 9 am – 2pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 318 N. Sturgeon. There will be a wid variety of crafts and gifts, something for everyone. Add to my…… Continue Reading
Volunteer’s Needed
11/28/2022 8:00 am – 12/11/2022 4:00 pm The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers to drive cancer patients to treatment appointments. Many patients must schedule daily or weekly appointments for several months, keeping friends and family from being able to provide all the support needed. The American Cancer Society’s Road To Recovery program fills…… Continue Reading
Mexico SR. Center Holiday Bazaar & Fundraiser
12/10/2022 10:00 am – 12/10/2022 1:00 pm The Mexico Senior Center is hosting a Holiday Lunch, Silent Auction & Bake Sale at the center, located at 606 Park Street, Saturday Dec. 10th. Lunch will beserved from 10 am – 1 pm. They will have : Homemade Cheesy Potato Soup, Chili, Sliced Apples, Biscuits, Gravy, Sausage,…… Continue Reading
Christmas for the Homebound
11/18/2022 8:00 am – 12/12/2022 4:00 pm The Mexico Senior Center is collecting for the Senior Homebound Meal Participants. Please help ensure the Homebound Seniors enjoy the Holiday Season. Items can be dropped off at the Senior Center, located at 606 Park St., Mon- Fri 8 am – 4 pm. Items needed are : Paper…… Continue Reading
Old-Fashioned Christmas at Simmons Stables
12/11/2022 1:00 pm – 12/11/2022 4:00 pm Come experience holiday magic at the Stable December 11th from 1-4 pm. Santa & Mrs Claus will make a special appearance to great attendees and everyone will receive a free photo. Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and music by Scott Webber and the Presser Pipes Choir. There will be…… Continue Reading