Through the immense support and cooperation of many individuals and businesses, today we present The Ledger’s Outlook 2010 edition.
The annual Outlook edition is created to serve as a complete look at Ledgerland’s progress over the past year and a preview of what lies ahead.
Following two months of extensive effort, it is finally time to sit back and relax, and read about the many and diverse businesses and organizations that define and sustain Ledgerland.
We salute – and thank – all the participants, without whom this special edition would not be possible.
Following is a preview of the types of articles published in the Outlook 2010 edition included in today's Ledger:
Mexico Career Center
The Mexico Career Center offers career assessment, educational assistance and job placement support to individuals in the Audrain County area. Monthly workshops are offered for area job seekers on topics such as building a resumes, job search and interview skills, workplace communication, and other information to meet the demands of today’s employers.
Throughout 2009, the Career Center has experienced an increase in demand. The staff have worked closely with local companies that were forced to do layoffs so that their employees are assisted as swiftly as possible. Additionally, funds from the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA) have made it possible to provide more substantial supportive services to people experiencing job loss.
ARRA also made a summer youth employment program possible. The Next Generations Jobs Team was offered by CMCA staff at the Mexico Career Center, offering summer work experience for youth ages 14-24. The program offered a source of income and valuable skill development to the participants, while also offering employers an opportunity to access additional labor resources.
In 2010, the Career Center will continue to pursue community partnerships to meet the needs of local residents. By working closely with the business community and doing what we can to contribute to the economic development efforts within the county, we hope to see increased job opportunity for Mexico and the surrounding area.
For more information contact Mexico Career Center, 3626B South Clark, Mexico, (573) 582-7864.
Stuart Flying
Stuart Flying was formed in June, 2009 by Mark Stuart to provide quality flight instruction for primary and advanced students. Stuart uses a Piper Warrior airplane which is a four-place, instrument-certified aircraft. In addition, he provides instruction in pilot-owned airplanes. He currently has students who are working toward their private and instrument ratings, as well as providing an aviation program for the Missouri Military Academy.
This year he plans to offer a mini-training program for friends and spouses of pilots in order to acquaint them with basic flight knowledge in the event their pilot becomes incapacitated.
Stuart is a retired airline pilot with more than 26,000 flight hours. He was an instructor for the airlines and for the U.S. Navy. Stuart Flying is based at the Mexico Memorial Airport-Hagan Brothers Field. His airplane is also available for rent. He can be contacted at 581-0410 or 473-6525.
Cinema Plus Video
Cinema Plus Video provides DVD rentals and sales. There are three locations for customers including: 115 N. Washington, Mexico; 9045 Sturgeon, Montgomery City; and 1411 W. Highway 54, Vandalia.
Wayne and Virginia 33Robertson are owners. Managers include: Chris Schwartze, Montgomery City; Patty Grimmett, Vandalia; and Susan Johnson, Mexico.
During the past year, Cinema Plus began selling its VHS collection, added Blue Ray at the Mexico location. CD and game disc cleaning is also now available at the Mexico location.
Virginia Robertson states they anticipate more Blue Ray users along with more 3D interest.
The Montgomery business is four years old; Mexico, 20 years; and Vandalia, 26 years.
Village Market Place
Village Market Place, located at 530 N. Jefferson St., has more than 50 booths all under one roof. It offers quality products at affordable prices, unique selections and a wide variety of household items, jewelry, furniture, crafts, clothing, all new and used and much more.
It offers booths for rent and accepts consignments on furniture and clothing. New and different merchandise comes in daily.
Jay Eicher and Sandi Huls are owners. They report their first year was good considering the economy. They expect this year to be even better. New dealers are already moving in for 2010.
Mexico, Mo. —
