Thursday, March 26, 2026
LADY RAIDERS ADVANCE TO SECOND ROUND OF NJCAA TOURNAMENT
The Three Rivers College Lady Raiders are dancing into the second round of the NJCAA Division 1 Women’s Basketball Tournament.
The 12 seed Lady Raiders defeated the 21 seed Monroe Mustangs 87-61 Wednesday in the first round of the Tournament in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
With the win, the Lady Raiders now advance to the second round where they will face the five seed Clarendon Bulldogs, who had a bye in the first round.
Tip off is scheduled for 2:30 pm on Friday and the game will be shown on ESPN Plus.
ANOTHER TORNADO CONFIRMED FROM THE MARCH 15TH STORM SYSTEM IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI
Weather officials have confirmed another tornado touched down during the March 15th severe storm system in Southeast Missouri.
According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, an EF1 tornado with peak winds of 95 miles per hour touched down in the Lodi area of Wayne County.
The tornado continued to the east and slightly south for 1.7 miles before lifting.
No injuries were reported due to this tornado.
QULIN OFFICIALS TO HOST INFORMATIONAL HEARING ABOUT BOND ISSUE TODAY
Election day is coming up and officials of a local city will be holding an event today to educate residents about a bond issue that will be appearing on the ballot.
The City of Qulin will hold an open public hearing at 5 pm this evening to provide information and receive public input regarding the proposed Water and Sewer Revenue Bond.
The hearing will be located at Qulin City Hall.
Officials say that this hearing is an opportunity for residents to learn more about the proposed bond, including its purpose, potential improvements to the water and sewer system, and any associated costs.
City representatives will also be available to present information and answer questions.
THREE FACING CHARGES IN CONNECTION TO FIGHT INVOLVING A KNIFE IN POPLAR BLUFF
Multiple people are facing charges in connection to a fight in Poplar Bluff.
According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 2700 Block of North Westwood Tuesday in reference to a fight involving a knife.
Few details about the fight have been released, but officials say that Roberto Hernandez was taken into custody on charges of assault 1st degree, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon.
Officers also charged Jeannie Barth and David Barth for assault 3rd degree. David Barth is also facing charges of harassment 1st degree, and property damage 2nd degree.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION REMINDS MISSOURIANS TO WATCH FOR BEARS
With spring underway, the Missouri Department of Conservation is reminding southeast Missouri residents to be Bear Aware.
According to MDC officials, Missouri is home to an estimated over 1,000 black bears with most being in the southern part of the state. During the spring, the bears leave their winter dens in search of food.
MDC Black Bear Biologist Nate Bowersock said it is important that people remove or secure bear attractants from their property, such as bird feeders, trash, barbeque grills, pet food, and food waste.
He noted that intentionally feeding bears can be dangerous as it makes the bears comfortable around people. It can also lead bears to cause significant damage to property while searching for a meal.
For more information on black bears in Missouri as well as tips to avoid issues if a bear has been sighted, go to mdc.mo.gov/BearAware.
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI ROAD CLOSED FOR BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Route C in Pemiscot County will be closed through the end of the year so contractor crews can replace the bridge over Ditch Number 2.
According to MoDOT, the closure is located near Steele, between County Roads 448 and 452.
Weather permitting, the project completion date is anticipated to be Thursday, December 31st.