CHANCES OF SEVERE WEATHER RETURN TO THE AREA TODAY
We are once again looking at chances of severe weather today in Southeast Missouri.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a risk for severe thunderstorms exists this afternoon into this evening.
Supercells with a large hail and tornado risk may then form into a large complex of storms with a significant damaging wind threat.
The area could see up to baseball size hail, hurricane force winds of over 70 miles per hour, and possibly even EF-2 or greater tornadoes.
MAJOR DISASTER DECLARATION APPROVED FOR NINE COUNTIES IN ARKANSAS
The federal government has approved a major disaster declaration for nine counties in Arkansas, making federal disaster assistance available to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and tornadoes from March 14th and 15th.
According to FEMA, Randolph and Greene Counties in Northeast Arkansas were two of the counties included in the declaration.
Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-interest loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster.
Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated areas can begin applying for assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA App.
COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH SCHEDULED FOR TODAY AT BUTLER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The 4th annual Butler County Health Department Community Health Outreach will be held today.
The event is scheduled for 10 am to 1 pm at the Health Department on Main Street in Poplar Bluff.
There will be food available from the SEMO Food Bank, health screenings, resources from over 20 community partners, and much more.
For more information, visit the Butler County Health Department Facebook Page.
POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD SCREENING SET FOR NEXT WEEK
The Poplar Bluff Early Childhood Center will soon host its final screening for the 2025/26 school year.
According to school officials, the final screening day will take place on Tuesday, May 20th.
To be eligible, children must be between the ages of three and five on July 31st, 2025.
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 573-785-6803.
KIDS FISHIN’ FUN DAY SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEKEND
Take your kids fishing this weekend with the Southeast Missouri Sportsmen Association.
The association is hosting its annual free Kids Fishin’ Fun Day on Saturday, behind New Covenant Church on Kanell Boulevard in Poplar Bluff. Registration will begin at 7 am with the event starting at 8 am.
Attendees are asked to bring their own fishing poles and lunch will be provided.
LUCKY LEPRECHAUN 5K COMING UP ON MAY 17TH
A sea of green will be overtaking McLane Park in Poplar Bluff this weekend.
The Lucky Leprechaun 5k was rescheduled from its original date in March to this Saturday, May 17th. Check-in will begin at 10:30 am, with the run starting at 11 am.
The cost to enter is $30 with proceeds going to benefit the all inclusive Robert’s Adventure Playground and Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.
More information is available on the Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation facebook page.
TURKEY HABITAT WORKSHOP TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND IN WAYNE COUNTY
The Missouri Department of Conservation will be hosting a workshop on wild turkey habitat this weekend in Wayne County.
The MDC invites landowners to learn what makes quality nesting and brood-rearing habitat for wild turkeys from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 17 in Hiram, near Greenville.
Advance registration is required and can be completed online at mdc.mo.gov. Officials say that spots are limited.
Participants will see first-hand completed habitat practices on a private farm, have an opportunity to talk with the landowner, hear from wildlife biologists, and learn from MDC staff about habitat improvement incentive programs available to Missouri landowners.
This is an outside event with lunch provided. Participants are asked to bring a lawn chair and wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Closed-toe shoes are recommended.
