TWO ARRESTS MADE IN CONNECTION TO SHOOTING IN POPLAR BLUFF
Two people have been taken into custody in connection to a shooting incident in Poplar Bluff.
According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, on Saturday, Lamar Brown Jr. was taken into custody without incident at an area motel. Brown had an active arrest warrant for assault 1st degree with a bond amount of $100,000 stemming from the incident at Mike’s Resale on September 30th , 2025.
The other person involved in the shooting, 61 year old James Taylor, was arrested at his residence on Thursday after being released from a Memphis hospital.
Taylor is being held in the Butler County Justice Center on a probation and parole revocation warrant for 1st degree assault with no bond. Multiple firearms including the one believed to be used in the assault were located during the execution of a search warrant of Taylor’s residence.
ARKANSAS HIGHWAY CLOSED AFTER INSPECTION REVEALS ISSUES WITH BRIDGE
A highway in Northeast Arkansas has been closed after a bridge inspection.
According to I Drive Arkansas, a routine bridge inspection revealed issues with a bridge on Highway 141 in Clay County.
The bridge is located south of the Highway 141 intersection with Highway 90.
No information was released on when the highway would reopen.
STATE OFFICIALS STRESS SAFETY FOR NON-HUNTERS DURING HUNTING SEASON
Fall firearm Turkey hunting is underway in Missouri and with deer season also starting soon, state officials are reminding non-hunters that they also need to practice safety measures when afield.
Officials say that non-hunters should wear bright clothing to be more visible, such as a bright orange hat, jacket, or pack.
Place a bright orange vest or bandana on canines who join you and remember to keep them leashed. Be aware that hunters are often most active during the early morning and late afternoon, when game animals are most active. Be especially aware of your own visibility during these times when light is dim.
Stay on designated trails. Trails are designed to improve the safety of public users and to protect sensitive habitats. Enjoying recreational activities only on designated trails will reduce the likelihood of entering hunting areas.
If you hear shooting, raise your voice, and let hunters know you are in the area.
This is also the time to be extra cautious and watching for deer while driving.
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR THE POPLAR BLUFF ADULT WOMEN AND COED VOLLEYBALL
Registration is now open for adult women’s and coed volleyball in Poplar Bluff.
According to the Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation Department, registration will be available through October 17th and the registration cost is $300 per team.
Officials say that league play is scheduled to begin in November.
To register, visit pbparks.recdesk.com.
FLOOD INUNDATION MAPPING TOOL AVAILABLE FOR COMMUNITIES ALONG CURRENT RIVER
Residents along the Current River have a new tool to help plan for flooding possibilities.
The Ozark Foothills Regional Planning Commission has announced the public launch of a new, high-tech Flood Inundation Mapping tool.
The tool is now publicly available on the USGS website. The interactive maps allow users to select a river gauge and view the corresponding flooded areas, helping with everything from pre-disaster planning to real-time emergency response.
Officials say the tool is designed to empower community leaders, emergency management officials, and the general public by offering detailed, predictive maps of flood extents based on various water levels.
The resource was developed in partnership with the South Central Ozark Council of Governments, the U.S. Geological Survey, and funded through a Community Development Block Grant.
STODDARD COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED TODAY FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENT
Route C in Stoddard County will be closed today so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can replace a culvert under the roadway.
The section of roadway being closed is located from Route BB to County Road 211 near Advance.
Weather permitting, work will take place today from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
