Business briefcase 4/23

SIKESTON - Kelly Golightly, front desk and transcription supervisor with SEMO Health Network, is the February employee of the month.

At the award presentation Golightly praised the work of SEMO Health NEtwork. "SEMO is very dear to my heart. I know this organization helps a lot of people who would otherwise not have medication or medical coverage," she said. "I love the people I work with which makes coming to work a plus and also knowing that I can help make a difference in my community because our administration is people driven. I am very proud to be a member of this organization,"

Golightly joined SEMO Health Network, in September 1993. She and her husband, Shane have four children; Lindsey, Geena, Josh and Dalton.

SIKESTON - Deborah Hodges has joined First State Bank and Trust Co. as vice president of its Sikeston branch.

Hodges has over 25 years of real estate and commercial banking experience.

"First State Bank and Trust prides itself on being a true community bank and providing quality service to its customers," said Mike Marshall, community bank president. "With Deborah's many years of banking experience and background, she is a welcome addition to our team."

First State Bank and Trust Company is located at 705 S. Main St. in Sikeston. It also has branches in Caruthersville, Dexter, Portageville and Hayti.