Goat Meat - the other Red Meat?
Last month, Time Magazine ran a "Top 10 of Everything" segment, including "Top 10 Food Trends." I wasn't surprised, but you may be, to learn that goat meat made the list at #7.
Goat meat is rapidly becoming popular in all areas of the United States. Goat meat has a low fat content, compared to beef and pork and a high protein count. When cooked property, goat is very tender and tasteful.
Currently, the United States imports most of its goat meat into the country from New Zealand and Australia. But, consumers are looking for a more economical product as well as one that is fresh - not frozen and shipped half way across the world. Consumers are looking for product that is American made, if you will.
In 2006, a USDA survey placed Missouri in the Top 10 among states producing goats. Updated results are scheduled to be released the first week of February 2009. I expect Missouri to be in the top 5.
So Why goats and Why Missouri?
If you've been toying with the idea of a small farm, raising livestock and getting back to a more basic lifestyle, Missouri offers you that opportunity. You may just find that goats are the perfect match for you. And, you just may find yourself promoting Goat as the other red meat!
You'll find recipes for goat HERE.
---------------------------------------------------------- Debbie DiFonzo, is the Broker/Owner of United Country VIP Realty, located in Lebanon MO and Marshfield MO. She specilizes in rural properties in Marshfield, Conway, Phillipsburg, Lebanon, Long Lane, and Buffalo Missouri. To view Debbie's listings, and search two local MLS systems, visit: If you're thinking of selling your Webster, Laclede, or Dallas County property, contact Debbie at: Debbie@ucvip.com Copyright © 2009 By Debbie DiFonzo, All Rights Reserved. The information provided herein is obtained from multiple sources and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.
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The Bowling Bears, the only four person team from Ezard Elementary in Conway MO, took Second Place in the Bowling Buddies League at Starlite Lanes in Lebanon MO.
The first half of the 2008/2009 league ended in a tie for Second Place. After a bowl-off, the Bowling Bears walked away with the trophy.
The Bowling Bears play, learn and compete at Starlite Lanes in Lebanon, MO. All four of the kids had bowled only a few times before joining the league - none of them were overly skilled in the art of bowling.
It's been interesting to watch them learn the game and take direction from the coach's (and their Dad's). They've been learning the art of a Team, the concept of showing up at a certain day at a certain time and doing their best - much like what will be expected when they get a job. Shh... Let's not tell them they are learning lessons of life while having FUN!
Congratulations Karissa, Aaron, Ashley and Tony!
The only bowling alley in town, Starlite Lanes offers league bowling for children, teens and adults. Open bowling and birthday party packages are also available. You can contact Starlite Lanes at 417-532-4262. The bowling alley is located at 1331 E. Historic Route 66 in Lebanon MO 65536.
Representative Darrell Pollock will be introducing legislation in the upcoming 2009 Missouri session that would change the due date for personal property taxes from December 31st to June 30th of each year.
Personal property taxes are paid each year on your "personal" items, such as motor vehicles, boats, trailers, livestock, farm machinery and business-related equipment. While the amount is usually not as large as other taxes, such as income taxes and real estate taxes, the timing may not be good for many Missourians. (For 2008, mine where under $300 for the year.)
Currently coming at the same time as real estate taxes, just after the holidays and in the winter - moving the due date of personal property taxes to a June due date could relieve some stress on some families.
If you think this change would benefit you, your family and your Missouri business, contact Rep. Pollock at:
Phone: (573) 751-4451
Address: 201 West Capitol Avenue, Room 201F, Jefferson City, MO 65101
E-mail: darrell.pollock@house.mo.gov
Then contact your own state representative and our state Senators to voice your support of the bill:
As this proposal moves through the process, into committee and hopefully onto the floor, I will keep you updated.
"So many fail because they don't get started - they don't go. They don't overcome inertia.
They don't begin." W. Clement Stone
For the second year in a row, US News and World Reports has published their list of top 100 High Schools in the United States. US News analyzed over 21,000 high schools, ranking them by Gold, Silver and Bronze standings.
Congratulations to Conway High School in Conway Missouri for being named a Bronze Medal School in Missouri.
Conway High School is part of the Laclede County R-1 School District, serving approximately 270 students in grades 9 to 12.
Congratulations to Fordland High School in Fordland Missouri for being named a Bronze Medal School in Missouri.
Fordland High School is part of the Fordland R-111 School District in Webster County Missouri, serving approximately 196 students in grades 9 to 12.
Congratulations to Norwood High School in Norwood Missouri for being named a Bronze Medal School in Missouri.
Norwood High School is part of the Norwood R-1 School District in Wright County Missouri, serving approximately 170 students in grades 9 to 12.
We're excited to celebrate the achievement of our local area schools - there are 579 high schools in Missouri - and these three are a step above the rest!
Conway MO * Fordland MO * Norwood MO
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Contact Debbie DiFonzo, Broker, United Country VIP Realty, at 417-468-5900 to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lalcede, Webster, Wright or Dallas Counties in Missouri
To view all our listings, visit: UCtheOzarks.com
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Contact Debbie at: Debbie@ucvip.com
Copyright © 2009 By Debbie DiFonzo, All Rights Reserved. The information provided herein is obtained from multiple sources and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.
Conway Missouri High School receives Bronze medal from US News and World Report 
For the second year in a row, US News and World Reports has published their list of top 100 High Schools in the United States. US News analyzed over 21,000 high schools, ranking them by Gold, Silver and Bronze standings.
Congratulations to Conway High School in Conway Missouri for being named a Bronze Medal School in Missouri. Conway was one of forty-one schools in the state to make the over-all list.
Conway High School is part of the Laclede County R-1 School District, serving approximately 270 students in grades 9 to 12.
To learn more about the schools in Conway MO, here are a few links that may be helpful:
How do you celebrate 95.3% attendance rate at Conway MO High School? You have the principal sleep on the roof, of course!
Are you smarter than a 6th grade Geography student?
Laclede County R-1 Marching Band wins 1st Place in Lebanon MO holiday parade
Conway MO Boys Baseball Team - 3rd Place Class 2 State Champs! It's a great time to be a BEAR!
Conway Elementary getting ready for Summer School (Conway, MO)
To schedule a visit to the campus and to view homes listed for sale in the Laclede County R-1 School District, please call me. I have two children in the district and love to show off our digs!
I am not paid staff nor do any of my relatives work for the district. I'm a Realtor Mom that knows it's A Great Day to be a Conway Bear!
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United Country VIP Realty in Lebanon MO and Marshfield MO specializing in farms, homes, land, military relocation. We can help you buy or sell in Lebanon, Marshfield, Conway, Buffalo & Hartville MO
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Moving from Naperville, IL, a Chicago suburb, to Lebanon, MO, a small town in Southwest Missouri was a big change for our famiy. We made the decision to leave the rat race and head south - we've never had regrets and we've never looked back!
After eight years in Missouri, I am still in awe - the colors seem more vibrant, the air seems lighter, the night sky bright with shining stars. It's now a big deal to see a plane fly over the farm!
Southwest Missouri offers a way of life - a family orientated, calm way of doing business. Our main office in Lebanon, MO opened in 1949! Ray and I purchased the office in 2004 and continue to promote the country lifestyle in Laclede County, MO.
In January 2007 we opened a brand new office in Marshfield, MO to promote Webster County, home of the longest running 4th of July rodeo and parade west of the Mississippi.
We offer you a lifestyle - we are living in the Land of Opportunity! If you're looking for a home in town, a small farmette or a large farm, we can show you a variety of properties. If your desire is to own your own business, we can introduce you to a variety of options. If you're looking to fish, hunt, take out the boat, quilt, raise cattle, ride bare back - we can point you in the right direction. If you're looking for miliarty sevices, such as a PX and hospital, look no further: Fort Leonard Wood is a short drive up the road.
Give us a call, or an email, we're glad to provide you with property information - we want to hear your wants and your needs. Then, let us...
Help you Find Your Freedom, in Southwest Missouri.
Lebanon, MO: The county seat of Laclede County in Missouri.
Conway, MO
Long Lane, MO
Fort Wood - One of the largest Army bases in the United States and one of the only bases serving all branches of the military.
Marshfield, MO: The county seat of Webster County, Missouri
Buffalo, MO: The county seat of Dallas County in Missouri
Hartville, MO: County seat of Wright County, Missouri
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