Thursday, October 22, 2026
MODOT ANNOUNCES LOCATIONS OF INCREASED INTERSTATE SPEED LIMITS IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI
The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced the locations of upcoming increases to the speed limit of various interstate corridor segments around the state.
In Southeast Missouri, Interstate 55 will be increased to a 75 mph speed limit from the Arkansas border to mile marker 16.6 just south of the I-155 interchange, from mile marker 19.8 just north of the Missouri Highway 84 interchange to mile marker 64.9 at the Route AA bridge, from mile marker 70.5 just north of the Route HH interchange to mile marker 86.6 just south of the Route PP interchange, and from mile marker 106.4 just north of Exit 105 to mile marker 164.9 at the Jefferson County line.
MoDOT crews will be working this fall to update the speed limits on these stretches of interstate, which entails updating the posted signs along the highways. Drivers should continue to abide by the posted speed limit along the highways.
Officials say that these increases are the result of a new law permitting the department to raise the maximum rural highway speed limit to 75 mph, and follows a detailed review within the department of each eligible location.
AREA LAW ENFORCEMENT TO HOST DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT THIS WEEKEND
Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas residents will have a chance to safely dispose of their unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs this weekend.
Multiple area law enforcement agencies will be participating in National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm.
Organizations who will be participating include the Poplar Bluff, Doniphan, and Kennett Police Departments.
You can find a drop off location in your area by going to DeaTakeBack.com.
RAYNI DAY MIRACLES MEMORIAL 5K RUN SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 24TH
Area runners will be flocking to Poplar Bluff this weekend for the Rayni Day Miracles Memorial Run.
The 5k run and one mile run will be held on Saturday with registration beginning at 7:30 am and the races starting at 8 am.
The entry fee is $25 for the 5k and $20 for the one mile fun run. You can sign up for the run online at Runsignup.com.
Rayni Day Miracles is a nonprofit organization serving children with life-threatening illnesses through a variety of programs at no cost to the children or their families.
More information is available on the Rayni Day Miracles Memorial Run Facebook page.
2026 POPLAR BLUFF MASONIC YOUTH FATHER DAUGHTER BALL COMING THIS WEEKEND
An annual charity event has been scheduled for this weekend.
The 2026 Poplar Bluff Masonic Youth Father Daughter Ball will be held from 4:30 to 10 pm on Saturday at the Black River Coliseum.
The event is open for everyone to attend and tickets are available at eventbrite.com.
There will also be a silent auction and dinner before the dance begins.
THREE RIVERS COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT TO HOST FALL SHOWCASE NEXT WEEK
The Three Rivers College Music Department is hosting a fall showcase next week.
According to school officials, TRC vocal and instrumental students will perform diverse solos and ensembles during the showcase.
The Fall Showcase has been scheduled for 7 pm on Tuesday, October 27th at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center.
FULL DAY OF EVENTS PLANNED FOR SHOP WITH A HERO IN KENNETT
A full day of events is planned to help raise money for Shop with a Hero in Kennett.
Officials say that a 5K run and walk, cornhole tournament, halloween costume contest, and more will be held on Saturday, October 24th at Indian Park.
There will also be food, attractions, and a silent auction.
The event serves as one of the primary fundraising efforts to support the Kennett Police Department Shop with a Hero Program, which allows local heroes to partner with children in the community and help provide Christmas gifts for families who may need extra assistance during the holiday season.
More information is available on the Kennett Police Department Facebook page.