On the Street

Area doctor Tom Landholt is a featured physician in the PBS TV series “Remaking Missouri Medicine” that airs 8–9 p.m. April 13 in Springfield. Part I of the localized version of the nationwide series “Remaking American Medicine,” features Landholt’s discussion of electronic medical records; Landholt says they can improve health care for businesses and patients.

The four-part national series tells the stories of individuals and institutions struggling to address the significant problems plaguing the health care system.

Dynamic fines

It’s typical Rotary International practice to fine members when they appear in the news, with the money going to support the Rotary scholarship fund. So it was no surprise to Rotary Club of Springfield members Guy Mace of Turblex Inc. and Paul Reinert of Integrity Home Care when their names were called at a recent meeting. The club had decided to fine them each $50 for the prominent coverage in SBJ’s March 13 Dynamic Dozen issue. Reinert’s and Mace’s companies were Nos. 1 and 2, respectively, in the fastest-growing company contest.

The surprise came when Mace and Reinert announced that they would each increase their fines to $500 for the benefit of the scholarship fund. What class acts. We only hope our coverage of Reinert’s and Mace’s generosity doesn’t cost them more.

Disaster assistance

Federal disaster unemployment assistance is now available in nine Missouri counties severely affected by recent storms, tornadoes and flooding. Department of Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced that individuals who reside or work in Christian, Hickory, Johnson, Monroe, Perry, Pettis, Randolph, Ste. Genevieve and Saline counties would be eligible if they are unemployed due to disaster.

Disaster unemployment assistance is intended for individuals who are not eligible for benefits under the state’s regular unemployment insurance program. For information about how to file a claim, call (800) 788-4002. Claims should be filed as soon as possible but not later than April 18.

Slice of Nice

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield is asking companies to collect aluminum cans for a good cause.

Aluminum cans may be dropped off 10 a.m.–5 p.m. at the administrative offices, 1410 N. Fremont, or at Computer Recycling Center, 536 E. Commercial. Proceeds benefit the children cared for at the club.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield provides programs that guide and direct youth from all backgrounds, with special concern for those from at-risk circumstances.[[In-content Ad]]