Wednesday January 13, 2016

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO ARREST OF POPLAR BLUFF MAN ON DRUG CHARGESPoplar Bluff Police say two people have been arrested for endangering the welfare of a child after children were found living in squalor conditions at an area residence.

Patrolmen Kenny Carpenter with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tells us more.

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In addition, the Campbell’s are also facing animal neglect and numerous code enforcement charges.

 

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO ARREST OF POPLAR BLUFF MAN ON DRUG CHARGES A Poplar Bluff man has been taken into custody following a traffic stop early Tuesday morning.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, an officer conducted the traffic stop for a subject speeding.

During the stop the officer identified the driver as 23 year old Nicholas Peoples. The officer was also informed that Peoples had an active warrant for his arrest for failure to appear and then placed him under arrest.

During a search the officer found two small baggies in Peoples jeans. One baggie contained eight pills that were later identified as Alprazolam. The other bag had a small bud of a green leafy substance that was believed to be marijuana.

Peoples was lodged in the Butler County Justice Center on charges of possession of a controlled substance and possession of 35 grams or less of marijuana.

 

WARRANT ISSUED FOR MAN SHOT DURING ALLEGED ATTEMPTED ROBBERY A teen is facing charges after he was shot during an alleged attempted robbery in Kennett.

According to Missouri Case Net, the warrant was issued for 19 year old Quamayne Rose on charges of burglary and attempted robbery.

Rose was shot in the foot during the incident on Sunday where he allegedly went to a residence attempted to rob the people there.

 

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ACCUSED OF POINTING TASER AT CHILD A Poplar Bluff man is accused of pointing a taser at a child.

According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office, deputies say that a victim reported that 36 year old Travis Mangrum had been involved in an argument with one of the victims prior to the incident. Mangrum allegedly followed the woman through a residence while firing his flashlight taser off.

The victim’s 11 year old child responded to his mom asking for help and that was when Mangrum allegedly pointed the device at him. The child was able to sneak out and call 911.

Mangrum is facing charges of 2nd degree domestic assault and 1st degree endangering the welfare of a child.

 

MAN CHARGED FOLLOWING WRECK OUTSIDE OF POPLAR BLUFF A Poplar Bluff man is facing multiple charges following a wreck Tuesday evening in Butler County.

According to the Highway Patrol, 61 year old Keith Hodge was travelling North on Highway 142 when he struck a vehicle that was backing into a private drive.

A passenger in the second vehicle suffered minor injuries.

A short time following the wreck, Hodge was arrested on charges of careless and imprudent driving resulting in a motor vehicle accident and felony 2nd degree assault.

 

DONIPHAN WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGE A Doniphan woman is facing a felony drug charge in connection to her arrest Tuesday afternoon in Butler County.

According to authorities, 28 year old Holly Daugherty was arrested on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – xanax.

Daugherty is also facing charges of driving while intoxicated – drugs, speeding, and tampering with evidence.

 

BLOOMFIELD RESIDENT TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOR ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER A Bloomfield resident is facing multiple charges out of Stoddard County.

The Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department tells us that 22 year old Tyler Dixon is in custody on charges of resisting arrest and two counts of 2nd degree assault on a law enforcement officer.

No bond was reported for Dixon.

 

RAMS TO MOVE TO CALIFORNIA The St. Louis Rams are no more.

The NFL announced on Tuesday that the Rams will be moving to the Los Angeles area for the 2016 season.

The Rams will be returning to Southern California 21 years after moving to St. Louis in 1995.

 

Tuesday January 12, 2016

MISSING DONIPHAN TEENAGER FOUNDA missing Doniphan teenager has been found safe.

According to the Ripley County Sheriff’s Department, an endangered person advisory was issued for 19 year old Topanga Thompson Monday morning.

Thompson had reportedly left her residence on foot early Monday morning without any personal belongings and had also posted vague, concerning statements via her social media account.

Doniphan Police say that Thompson was located later on Monday.

 

SUSPECT REPORTEDLY SHOT AT AFTER ASSAULTING TWO PEOPLE IN CHARLESTON Authorities in Charleston say a man is in custody after assaulting two people.

Robert Hearnes with the Charleston Department of Public Safety tells us that 18 year old Kibrandon Coleman, of Charleston, was shot at Sunday afternoon when he approached a residence and assaulted a male and female in the front yard.

An investigation determined that Coleman had come to the residence to assault his ex-girlfriend. Coleman fled the scene after the shot was fired and was taken into custody a short time later.

Hearnes says Coleman is facing charges of attempted burglary, two counts of 2nd degree assault, domestic assault and resisting arrest. His bond was set at $500,000.

 

DRAINAGE REPAIRS SET FOR TODAY IN BUTLER COUNTY Route 53 in Butler County will be reduced to one lane today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform drainage repairs.

Work will performed on Route 53 from 8 am to 3 pm beginning at Route HH and continuing one mile south.

Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

 

POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN ARRESTED ON FELONY LARCENY WARRANT Authorities in Butler County say a Poplar Bluff woman has been taken into custody on a felony warrant.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 34 year old Brandi Alcorn was arrested on a felony warrant for larceny from the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.

Alcorn was arrested shortly after 10 am Monday and was held at the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.

 

SOUTHERN MISSOURI AGENCY TO RECEIVE PART OF DISASTER RELIEF FUNDS A Southern Missouri agency is one of eight statewide organizations who will receive part of more than $500,000 in disaster relief funds to assist families whose homes were damaged or destroyed by recent flooding.

Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster announced Monday that the South Central Missouri Community Action Agency was one of the eight organizations chosen for the funding.

The agency serves seven counties including Butler, Carter, Ripley, and Wayne.

Koster’s Consumer Protection Division is also participating in a series of resource centers this week in southeastern Missouri which will providing resource materials with tips to help consumers recover from flooding and to avoid becoming victims of scams seen after natural disasters.

 

DEADLINE APPROACHING TO REGISTER FOR SPRING SEMESTER AT THREE RIVERS COLLEGE The deadline is fast approaching for students to register for the spring semester at Three Rivers College.

Officials say that registration will continue through January 15th. Students can register at the Poplar Bluff campus as well as other Three Rivers Locations including Dexter, Kennett, Malden, and Piedmont.

Registration events have also been scheduled for today through Thursday at Clearwater High School in Piedmont. The events will be held each day from 3:30 pm to 6 pm. Anyone interested in attending one of the registration events must call 573-429-8846 to make an appointment.

More information can be found online at trcc.edu.

 

NEW DAY MINISTRIES TO HOST FEED AND SEED EVENT New Day Ministries in Poplar Bluff will be hosting a feed and seed event on January 19th from 3 to 5 pm.

The event is first come, first serve, and packs will be limited to one per family. New Day Ministries is located at 703 Franklin Street. If there is inclement weather, the event will be moved to January 21st.

If you would like more information, contact Pastors Vernon and Nancy Wolverton at 573-718-4578.

Monday January 11, 2016

DONIPHAN POLICE INVESTIGATING ARMED ROBBERYAuthorities in Doniphan say a suspect is at large following an armed robbery at an area convenience store.

According to the Doniphan Police Department, a subject entered Casey’s General Store shortly after 4 am Saturday and demanded money from the register. The suspect then fled the scene with an undetermined amount of cash.

Police say the suspect was dressed in camouflage and had a handgun.

Anybody with information about the robbery is being asked to contact the Doniphan Police Department at 573-996-7123.

 

TWO ARRESTED ON SEX RELATED WARRANTS IN WAYNE COUNTY Two people from St. Ann, Missouri were taken into custody over the weekend in Wayne County on a sex related warrant.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38 year old Heather Smith was arrested Friday night shortly after 10:30 pm. The next afternoon 34 year old Robert Smith was also arrested.

Both had a felony warrant from Troy, New York Police Department for criminal sexual act.

 

DEXTER MAN ARRESTED ON FIREARM WARRANT A Dexter man has been taken into custody on a firearm warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 25 year old Kyle Hargrave was arrested on warrants for unlawful possession of a firearm and a probation violation.

The bond for the firearm charge was set at $5,000, while no bond was listed for the probation violation.

 

LOWNDES WOMAN FACING MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES FOLLOWING ARREST IN WAYNE COUNTY Authorities in Wayne County arrested a Lowndes woman Saturday night on multiple felony charges.

According to authorities, 26 year old Tara Rogers is facing felony charges of possession of a controlled substance for methamphetamine and prescription medication along with 1st degree endangering the welfare of a child.

Rogers is also charged with possession of marijuana and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

 

TWO POPLAR BLUFF RESIDENTS ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGE Two Poplar Bluff residents were arrested Saturday night on a drug charge.

According to the Highway Patrol, 47 year old Lee Abraham and 31 year old Christina Collier were each arrested in Butler County on charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Abraham is also facing charges of driving while intoxicated – drugs and failure to drive on the right half of the roadway.

 

METH REPORTEDLY FOUND DURING TRAFFIC STOP IN SCOTT COUNTY Authorities in Scott County reportedly found meth during a traffic stop.

Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter tells us that a deputy stopped 30 year old James Groves, of Sikeston, on Saturday for a traffic violation.

During the stop, a K9 unit alerted to the odor of narcotics coming from the vehicle. A deputy conducted a search and located a glass smoking pipe with residue, and a plastic bag with a white crystal like substance.

The smoking pipe and the white crystal like substance field tested positive for methamphetamine.

Groves was taken to the Scott County Jail on charges of possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

 

DRAINAGE REPAIRS TO BEGIN TODAY IN DUNKLIN COUNTY The Missouri Department of Transportation says Route 412 in Dunklin County will be reduced to one lane over two days so crews can perform drainage repairs

The section of roadway to be affected is located between Main Street and Route C.

Work is scheduled to take place from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. both today and tomorrow.

Friday January 8, 2016

TWO ARRESTED ON FELONY DRUG CHARGE IN WAYNE COUNTYTwo people are facing a felony drug charge following their arrest Thursday in Wayne County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 20 year old Zachariah Peppers, of Piedmont, and 19 year old Cody Lawson, of Mill Spring, were both taken into custody at around 7 pm on a felony charge of possession with intent to distribute for marijuana.

Both men are also facing a charge of unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

 

POPLAR BLUFF TEEN ARRESTED ON BURGLARY CHARGE A Poplar Bluff teen is facing a burglary and drug charge following an incident Wednesday night at an area business.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, officers responded Wednesday night to a report of a burglary at a business on South Broadway. Someone had allegedly kicked in the front door and entered but then fled when the owner stopped by the business.

An Officer later arrested 19 year old Ethan Griffith in connection to the burglary. At the time of his arrest, an officer found Griffith in possession of a pill bottle with 103 green pills.

Griffith is charged with 2nd degree burglary and possession of a controlled substance.

 

TREE TRIMMING TO CAUSE DELAYS OVER THE NEXT WEEK IN STODDARD COUNTY Route M in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane over the next week so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can trim trees along the roadway.

The work zone is located from Route 25 to Route PP.

Weather permitting, work will take place today through Friday, January 15th from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

 

SECOND SUSPECT SOUGHT IN CONNECTION TO SIKESTON SHOOTING Authorities in Sikeston are searching for a second suspect in connection to a shooting that occurred last month.

Police are searching for 22 year old Dominic Reynolds, of Sikeston on charges including 1st degree assault, armed criminal action, and attempted robbery.

The investigation is concerning the shooting of a 16 year old boy on December 19th.

The teen told police he was shot in the street in front of a house after being confronted by two unknown subjects. The teen said the two men were wearing masks and were trying to rob him. He resisted and was shot in the stomach by one of the men.

The teen was flown to a St. Louis hospital in critical condition.

Another suspect in the case, 18 year old Dylan James Ray Noble, of Sikeston, was taken into custody last month.

 

CENTER STAGE TO PERFORM “TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE” NEXT WEEK AT TINNIN FINE ARTS CENTER The Tinnin Fine Arts Center will be the home for multiple performances of the stage version of the bestselling book “Tuesdays with Morrie.”

The show will feature Tinnin Center Director Tim Thompson and local theatre veteran Mike Malone.

Performances have been scheduled for January 14th through the 16th at 7 pm each night. A final matinee performance will be held on January 17th at 2 pm.

Tickets can be purchased for $10 or $5 with a TRC ID.

 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FREE THROW CHAMPIONSHIP TO BE HELD ON JANUARY 17TH The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship has been scheduled for January 17th at the Sacred Heart Gym.

The contest is for Boys and Girls ages 10 to 14. Sign in will begin at 1:30 pm with the competition starting at 2 pm.

For more information, contact Felix Deken at 718-1101 between 5 and 8 pm.

 

Thursday January 7, 2016

MAN RESCUED AFTER FALLING OFF OF CHIMNEY IN BUTLER COUNTYAn 82 year old Broseley man was rescued from his roof Wednesday afternoon after he reportedly fell of his chimney.

Chief Deputy Brian Evans with Butler County Sheriff’s Department tells KWOC News that at approximately 4 pm yesterday, the Butler County Fire Department received a call from Butler County EMS in reference to a male subject who had fallen off his chimney and was stuck on his roof.

The Fire Department, Sheriff's Department, and EMS responded to the home and rescued the man from the roof. The subject, Junior Hutson, was taken to the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center with serious injuries.

 

GREENVILLE MAN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY ON FIREARM CHARGE Authorities say a Greenville man was arrested Wednesday evening on a firearm charge.

Officials with the Highway Patrol tell us that 49 year old Stanley Chubb was taken into custody in Wayne County at around 5 pm Wednesday.

Chubb is facing a felony charge of unlawful possession of a firearm.

 

COUNTY LEVEL SURVEY TO BEGIN THIS MONTH Officials with the Butler County Health Department say that area residents could soon be getting a phone call as a part of a statewide survey.

Beverley Hargrove with the health department says approximately 52,000 Missouri adults will be randomly called to participate in the 2016 Missouri County-level Study.

The study will produce county prevalence estimates of chronic diseases and conditions, risk factors, preventive practices, and access to health care among adults ages 18 and older.

Hargrove says that this is a legitimate survey and anyone contacted is encouraged to participate.

 

ONE TAKEN INTO CUSTODY FOLLOWING TWO STATE PURSUIT One person was taken into custody Tuesday following a pursuit that began in Northeast Arkansas and ended in Butler County.

Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs tells us that deputies from Clay County pursued a vehicle into Butler County. The vehicle ended up travelling into a ditch near County Roads 223 and 224. The deputies detained a suspect at the scene, who was identified as Jason Lutes.

The deputies told Butler County officials that they believed the suspect was stealing batteries. The deputies also handed over an evidence bag that contained a syringe and corner bag. Lutes reportedly told a Butler County deputy that the syringe and corner bag will both test positive for meth.

A probable cause statement has two offenses listed for Lutes, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

 

WAPPAPELLO MAN FACING MULTIPLE DRUG RELATED CHARGES A Wappapello man is facing multiple drug related charges following his arrest Wednesday morning in Wayne County.

According to the Highway Patrol, 27 year old Seth Parker was taken into custody on charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Following his arrest, Parker was held in the Wayne County Jail.

 

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE TOMORROW FOR SPRING MANAGED TURKEY HUNTS The Missouri Department of Conservation will be accepting applications for the 2016 Spring Turkey Managed Hunts beginning on Thursday.

Missouri youth, archery, and firearms turkey hunters can apply online for the hunt through February 29th at mdc.mo.gov. Drawing results will then be made available on March 14th.

Officials say that the spring turkey hunting youth weekend has been scheduled for April 9th and 10th with the regular spring season running from April 18th to May 8th.

 

POPLAR BLUFF POLICE ARE SEARCHING FOR TWO PEOPLE IN CONNECTION TO SEPARATE INVESTIGATIONS Authorities in Poplar Bluff are searching for two people in connection to separate recent investigations.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, the first investigation pertains to a white male who concealed two bottles of liquor on his person and left an area store without paying for them.

Police are also searching for a white female in reference to a forgery investigation.

Pictures of both the man and woman are available on the Poplar Bluff Police Department Facebook page. Anyone with information on their identity should contact the Poplar Bluff Police Department at 573-785-5776.

 

 

Wednesday January 6, 2016

STEELE WOMAN KILLED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECKA Pemiscot County woman has died following a single vehicle wreck near Steele.

According to the Highway Patrol, a vehicle driven by 49 year old Bertha Bonnar, of Steele, ran off of Missouri Highway 164 and overturned Tuesday morning.

Bonnar was taken to a Hayti hospital where she was pronounced dead.

 

PIPE BOMB AND DRUGS FOUND DURING SEARCH OF PIGGOTT RESIDENCE Authorities in Clay County, Arkansas, say that five people have been taken into custody after drugs and a pipe bomb were found during the search of a residence in Piggott.

Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller tells us the search warrant was executed Monday afternoon with the assistance of Piggott Police Department.

During the search, officers reportedly located numerous baggies of methamphetamine, marijuana, weapons, numerous items of drug paraphernalia, and a pipe bomb in the residence.

Deputies arrested 34 year old Randy Endicott, of Piggott, 33 year old Kristen Endicott, of Piggott, 30 year old Danielle Knight, of Piggott, 25 year old Thomas Thorpe, of Rector, and 33 year old Timothy Creek, of Granite City, Illinois.

Miller says that there are multiple charges in connection to the case and further charges may be forthcoming.

 

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE FOR PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT TRAINING AT THREE RIVERS The deadline is approaching for area residents to enroll in the Physical Therapist Assistant training program at Three Rivers College.

The two-year program, offered in conjunction with the State Technical College of Missouri, is accepting applications for the 2016-2018 class for students who apply by the February 15th deadline.

Officials say the program will admit up to 14 Three Rivers students for the fall 2016 semester.

Current students interested in being accepted to the program in the fall should call Three Rivers’ office of Nursing and Allied Health at 573-840-9680 for more information.

 

SENATH WOMAN INDICATED FOR ALLEGED MAIL FRAUD A Dunklin County woman has been indicted on a felony charge of mail fraud.

Officials with the United States Attorney’s Office tell us that 56 year old Pamela O’Dell, of Senath, was indicted on charges alleging mail fraud involving the misuse of approximately $52,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.

The fraud allegedly occurred between 2009 and 2014 while O’Dell was employed by the Missouri Department of Social Services.

If she is convicted, she faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.

 

FREE NUTRITION COUNSELING NOW AVAILABLE AT THE BUTLER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT The Poplar Bluff High School Academic Assistance Group will be hosting their annual Trivia Night fundraiser this month.

The event has been scheduled for 6 pm on Friday, January 22nd at the 5th and 6th Grade Center. Each team will be limited to six players, and a minimum of $150 per team is requested.

During the competition there will be ten questions in each of eight categories and awards will be given for the top three teams. For more information contact Tina Wilkins at 573-785-6471.

 

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI FOOD BANK TO HOLD MOBILE FOOD PANTRY IN POPLAR BLUFF The Southeast Missouri Food Bank has scheduled a food giveaway to be held this month in Poplar Bluff.

The Mobile Food Pantry will be held at 10 am on January 23rd in the River Radio Parking Lot at 1015 West Pine Street. Attendees should bring their own bag or box.

If you have questions about the event, contact Missy Rice at 573-703-3019.

National Defense Transportation Association Scholarship

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The purpose of the National Defense Transportation Association Scott/St. Louis Chapter offers a scholarship program to promote careers in business, transportation logistics, and physical distribution. Although all students may apply, preference will be given to students pursuing these and related courses of study. The application form is below or you ...read more

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Tuesday January 5, 2016

WOMAN KILLED WHEN VEHICLE STRIKES ANIMAL IN BOLLINGER COUNTYA Sedgewickville woman has died following a single vehicle wreck in Bollinger County.

According to the Highway Patrol, 49 year old Hope Thompson was riding in a vehicle that hit an animal on Missouri Highway 72 Monday evening. The animal crashed through the vehicle’s windshield and struck both Thompson and the 16 year old driver.

Thompson was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was flown to an area hospital with serious injuries.

 

DEXTER MAN IN CUSTODY ON SEX ABUSE CHARGE A Dexter man has been taken into custody on a sex abuse charge.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 21 year old Bryce Demers was arrested on a charge of 1st degree sex abuse and for probation violation.

Demers bond was set at $10,000.

 

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE FIREARMS RELATED CHARGES Authorities in Poplar Bluff say an area man has been taken into custody after an officer saw him firing a gun into the air as the new year began.

The man, 49 year old James Johnson, reportedly appeared intoxicated and was taken into custody. The officer found the gun in a residence with a live round in the chamber and the safety in the off position.

Johnson is facing charges of unlawful use of a weapon, endangering the welfare of a child, and unlawful possession of a firearm by certain persons.

 

MAN REPORTEDLY STABBED WITH PAIR OF SCISSORS DURING FIGHT WITH GIRLFRIEND Two Neelyville residents have been taken into custody following a fight which saw one of them reportedly being stabbed with a pair of scissors.

Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs tells KWOC News that 46 year old Kenneth Turner told a sheriff’s deputy that his girlfriend, 26 year old Kimberly Smith had stabbed him in the head with a pair of scissors during an argument.

Smith told deputies that Turner had shoved her into a window prior to the stabbing. Both parties were taken into custody on charges of domestic assault and endangering the welfare of a child.

 

TWO ARRESTED ON METH CHARGES IN BUTLER COUNTY Two Poplar Bluff residents are facing a felony meth charge in connection to their arrest early Monday morning.

According to authorities, 38 year old Kay Chaffin and 25 year old Robert Hough were taken into custody shortly before 1 am Monday morning in Butler County.

They are each facing felony charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

 

MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ATV ACCIDENT An Oregon County man suffered serious injuries Monday morning in connection to an ATV wreck.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 73 year old Robert Gillham, of Koshkonong, was ejected onto an asphalt driveway after he lost control of the ATV and it overturned.

Gillham was taken by ambulance to an area hospital.

 

FREE NUTRITION COUNSELING NOW AVAILABLE AT THE BUTLER COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT Those with certain health conditions can now make appointments for free nutrition counseling at the Butler County Health Department.

Licensed Dietician and Certified Diabetic Educator Robin Harwell is available for appointments the second Thursday of each month from 8 am to 11 am and then from 1 pm to 3:45 pm.

The free nutrition counseling is for anyone dealing with chronic conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease.

Appointments can be made by contacting the health department at 573-785-8478.

Monday January 4, 2016

KENNETT POLICE SAY SUSPECT HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED FOLLOWING WEEKEND STABBINGAuthorities in Kennett say they have identified a suspect in connection to a weekend stabbing.

According to the Kennett Police Department, officers were dispatched to a residence shortly before 10 pm Thursday night. When they arrived, the officers learned that a man had been reportedly stabbed at a nearby residence.

The victim was transported to an area hospital for his injuries. Police say that a suspect has been identified; however the suspect has not been located.

 

TWO POPLAR BLUFF RESIDENTS ARRESTED IN RIPLEY COUNTY ON BURGLARY CHARGE Two Poplar Bluff residents were arrested Sunday afternoon in Ripley County on multiple felony charges.

According to the Highway Patrol, 37 year old Michael Eads and 25 year old Linda Baker are facing felony charges including 2nd degree burglary and stealing a motor vehicle.

Eads also had a warrant for failure to appear on an original charge of shoplifting.

 

MISSOURI EMERGENCY DECLARATION REQUEST APPROVED BY PRESIDENT OBAMA President Barack Obama has approved an emergency declaration request for the state of Missouri.

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA is authorized to identify, mobilize, and provide at its discretion, equipment and resources necessary to alleviate the impacts from the severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding that began on December 22nd.

FEMA says that debris removal and emergency protective measures, limited to direct federal assistance, will be provided at 75 percent federal funding.

The declaration is for over 70 Missouri Counties including Butler, Carter, Dunklin, Ripley, Stoddard, and Wayne.

 

FORMER POPLAR BLUFF MAYOR PASSES AWAY Former Poplar Bluff Mayor Angela Pearson has passed away.

Pearson died at her home Saturday morning. She had been battling Stage 4 Melanoma Cancer since last April.

Pearson had worked as a social worker prior to being elected to the Poplar Bluff City Council in April of 2013. She was then chosen to be mayor one year later and is the youngest female to ever hold the office.

Pearson was 32 years old at the time of her death.

 

MAN FOUND DEAD AFTER FLEEING FROM OFFICERS A Risco man reportedly drowned Thursday in the St. Francis River in Dunklin County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that 40 year old Rickey Lerma fled from officers into the waterway Thursday morning.

His body was later found and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

SIKESTON WOMAN ACCUSED OF ASSAULTING FAMILY MEMBER WITH A BASEBALL BAT A Sikeston woman is accused of allegedly assaulting a family member with a baseball bat.

Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter tells KWOC News that the victim told deputies on Thursday that 39 year old Jerry Summers had struck him numerous times with a bat, including at least once in the face, following an argument.

The victim reportedly had a swollen jaw and had pain when he attempted to chew or open his mouth.

Summers was placed under arrest and is charged with felony resisting arrest and 2nd degree domestic assault.

 

BUTLER COUNTY TORNADO SIRENS TO BE TESTED TODAY A scheduled test of the Butler County tornado sirens will be held today.

According to Butler County Emergency Management Director Robbie Myers, the test will be conducted today at noon.

Myers says that the regular tests will be conducted on the first Monday of every month.

Technical Career Center seeks nursing program applicants

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The Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center is accepting applications for the Practical Nursing class scheduled to begin in July 2016. Application deadline is April 1. Prospective students should review admission procedures in the PBTCC School Catalog, which has information about instructional programs, the admission and financial aid processes, and the ...read more

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Thursday December 31, 2015

MULTIPLE ROADS STILL FLOODED IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURIEven though some river levels are starting to go down following the weekend storms, officials with the Missouri Department of Transportation say there are many roads still covered with water.

Flooded roads have been reported in numerous counties including Butler, Carter, Dunklin, Ripley, Stoddard, and Wayne.

Drivers should remember to never drive through water covered roads as even a small amount of fast-moving water can sweep a vehicle off the roadway.

To find out if any roads in your area are still flooded, visit the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Traveler Information Map at modot.org.

 

ARREST MADE IN SIKESTON HOMICIDE Authorities in Sikeston say an arrest has been made in connection to the homicide of an area teenager earlier this week.

Captain Michael Williams with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety tells KWOC News that the teen was shot Tuesday evening and later died at an area hospital.

An investigation led to arrest of 17 year old Tiarrius Gant, of Sikeston, he was arrested Wednesday morning in the St. Louis area.

Gant is charged with 2nd degree murder, armed criminal action, felony murder, and discharging a weapon from a motor-vehicle.

His bond is set at $100,000 cash only.

 

CHARLESTON MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG WARRANT IN STODDARD COUNTY A Charleston man is facing a drug charge in connection to his arrest in Stoddard County.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 35 year old Corey Faust was taken into custody on a warrant for distribution of a controlled substance.

Faust’s bond was set at $35,000 cash.

 

FLOOD WARNING ISSUED FOR ST. FRANCIS RIVER AT FISK Another flood warning has been issued for a river in Southeast Missouri as fallout from the past weekend’s storms continues.

The National Weather Service says the a flood warning will be in effect for the St. Francis River at Fisk beginning late Friday night and continuing until further notice.

The river is forecast to rise above the flood stage of 20 feet by early Saturday morning and continue to rise to near 21 feet by Saturday evening.

The NWS says minor flooding is forecast to develop on Saturday and continue into next week.

A flood warning is also still in effect for Current River near Doniphan until this afternoon.

 

HIGHWAY PATROL REMINDS MOTORISTS TO DRIVE SAFELY TONIGHT WHILE CELEBRATING THE NEW YEAR The New Year is upon us and the Missouri State Highway Patrol is reminding everyone who is planning to get out and celebrate tonight to drive safely.

According to the Highway Patrol, 11 people were killed last year during the New Year’s holiday counting period. There were a total of 1,378 traffic crashes which injured 504 people.

If you are driving to a New Year’s gathering, remember to buckle up and obey all traffic laws. If your plans include alcohol, remember to designate a sober driver or take a taxi.

 

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR AG EXPO BEAUTY PAGEANT Registration is ongoing for the upcoming Ag Expo Beauty Pageant.

The pageant will be held on Saturday, January 16th at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff. There will be age divisions available for girls up to 20 years old and pageant wear is requested for girls 2 years and older.

Pre-registration is open for $30 with the cost being higher for those who register at the door. To register, or for more information, call 686-8064.

Wednesday December 30, 2015

FLOODING PROMPTS GOVERNOR NIXON TO ACTIVATE MISSOURI NATIONAL GUARD  

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has activated the Missouri National Guard in response to flooding the state is experiencing.

Nixon says the Guard’s responsibilities will include directing traffic away from road closures and providing security around breached levees and evacuated areas.

According to the National Weather Service, minor to moderate flooding could continue as the water levels begin to recede along portions of the Black River at Poplar Bluff, the Current River at Van Buren, and the St. Francis River near Patterson. Water

levels are expected to continue to fall over the next few days.

The NWS also says the flood warning for the Black River at Poplar Bluff has been extended to Thursday afternoon.

 

ADDITIONAL BUTLER COUNTY ROADS CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING Motorists in Butler County are urged to plan ahead due to multiple road closures from the ongoing flooding.

Officials with the Missouri Department of Transportation say that portions of Routes 158, 142, 53, N, W, and MM in Butler County have been closed.

Flooded roadways have also reported in numerous counties including Carter, Dunklin, Ripley, Stoddard, and Wayne. For more information on road closures go online to modot.org.

 

MOTORISTS URGED TO USE CAUTION AROUND WATER COVERED ROADWAYS The Missouri State Highway Patrol is urging motorists to use caution when they approach water covered roadways.

Captain John Hotz tells us that motorists should never drive through water covered roads as even a small amount of fast-moving water can sweep a vehicle off the roadway.

Motorists should also remember to stay alert and watch for barriers or barricades put into place on roads. It is extremely dangerous and a violation of state law to drive around them.

A motorist was rescued from flood waters Tuesday morning on Highway 158 in Butler County. If your vehicle would happen to become stuck in rising water, get out quickly and move to higher ground.

Hotz says at least 13 people in Missouri have been killed from flooding due to the recent rains.

 

TWO ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGE IN WAYNE COUNTY Two Piedmont men are facing a drug charge in connection to their arrest Tuesday night.

According to authorities, 40 year old Jason Evans and 23 year old Daniel Tomlinson were taken into custody shortly after 9 pm in Wayne County.

Evans is facing charges of possession of drug paraphernalia and felony possession with intent to distribute – marijuana.

Tomlinson has been charged with 2nd degree child endangerment and possession with intent to distribute.

 

WARDELL MAN FACING METH CHARGE FOLLOWING ARREST Authorities say a Wardell man is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest Tuesday morning in Pemiscot County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 26 year old Cody Miller was arrested on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and taking a controlled substance in a corrections facility.

 

MISSOURI ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS CONSUMERS TO BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR SCAMS FOLLOWING FLOODING A Missouri state official says residents should be on the lookout for scams and price gauging in connection to the recent flooding.

Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster tells KWOC News that anyone with flood or other storm-related property damage should be alert for scammers who follow weather disasters and prey on consumers needing repair or cleanup work.

Koster says that storm chasers typically go door-to-door and use high-pressure sales tactics when offering repair or cleanup services.

The scammers may arrive from out-of-state and be unable to show local references or prove they are locally bonded or licensed. Storm chasers often take payments up front, provide shoddy or no work, and then flee the region.

If you have a question, or wish to file a complaint, contact the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222.

Additional tips for avoiding scammers are available online at www.ago.mo.gov.

Tuesday December 29, 2015

FLOOD WARNINGS STILL IN EFFECT FOR BLACK, CURRENT, AND ST. FRANCIS RIVERS  

Even though the weekend’s storms are behind us, their effects are still being felt across Southeast Missouri.

According to the National Weather Service the flood warning for Black River at Poplar Bluff will continue until late tonight. The river was at 19.0 feet Monday night and is expected to crest sometime today. The flood stage for Black River is 16 feet.

The St. Francis River near Patterson was recorded Monday night at 26 feet, which is 10 feet above the flood stage. The river is expected to rise to near 31 feet this morning. A flood warning is in effect for St. Francis River until Wednesday evening.

In Doniphan, the Current River is rising and expected to get near 20 feet by this morning. The Flood stage is 13 feet. The flood warning for this area is in effect until late Wednesday night.

Motorists are reminded to never drive through flooded areas as the water may be too deep to allow safe passage.

 

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO ARREST OF POPLAR BLUFF MAN A Poplar Bluff man has been taken into custody in connection to a stop for a license plate violation.

According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Department, 30 year old Ryan Elwell was stopped for the violation early Saturday morning.

During the stop Elwell told a deputy that his license had been suspended. He was then placed under arrest for driving while suspended.

During a search of the vehicle, the deputy found syringes along with two clear plastic baggies that contained a white rock type substance.

 

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO ARREST OF POPLAR BLUFF MAN A Poplar Bluff man has been taken into custody in connection to a stop for a license plate violation.

According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Department, 30 year old Ryan Elwell was stopped for the violation early Saturday morning.

During the stop Elwell told a deputy that his license had been suspended. He was then placed under arrest for driving while suspended.

During a search of the vehicle, the deputy found syringes along with two clear plastic baggies that contained a white rock type substance.

 

ONE DEAD AFTER VEHICLE WAS HIT BY A TRAIN IN IRON COUNTY One person has died following a collision between a vehicle and a train in Iron County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol the wreck occurred near Pilot Knob Monday morning.

A vehicle driven by 62 year old Clarence Wisdom, of Middlebrook, allegedly failed to yield to the oncoming train and was struck. Wisdom was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

FLOODING CAUSES MULTIPLE ROAD CLOSURES ACROSS SOUTHEAST MISSOURI Multiple roads are still closed as a result of this past weekend’s storms.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, Route 142 in Butler County is closed between Route EE and County Road 353 as well as from Route 67 to the Naylor City Limits.

Also in Butler County, Route 158 is closed from Route 67 to Route 142 and Route N is closed between County Roads 243 and 231.

Road closures are also reported in multiple counties including Dunklin, Ripley, Stoddard, and Wayne. For more information on which roads are closed go online to modot.org.

 

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED AFTER MARIJUANA FOUND DURING TRAFFIC STOP A Poplar Bluff man has been taken into custody following a weekend traffic stop.

According to authorities, a deputy stopped a vehicle Saturday night, shortly before midnight. During the stop, the deputy learned that the driver, 23 year old Dwight Usry, had a suspended driving status. Marijuana was also reportedly found during a search of the vehicle.

Usry was arrested and while at the jail he admitted to having marijuana concealed in his pants. The marijuana was seized and placed in evidence.

Monday December 28, 2015

SEVEN MONTH OLD POPLAR BLUFF CHILD DIES AFTER BEING FOUND NOT BREATHING A Poplar Bluff infant has died after being found not breathing.

Butler County Coroner Jim Akers tells KWOC News officers responded with EMS personnel to a residence on the south side of Poplar Bluff, early Sunday morning, in reference to a seven-month-old child who was not breathing.

The infant was pronounced dead at the scene. Akers says an autopsy will be performed later today, however foul play is not suspected.

 

HEAVY RAINS OVER THE WEEKEND CAUSING FLOODING OVER THE AREA Flood Warnings are currently in effect for the Black River, Current River, and the St. Francis River until mid-week.

KWOC News spoke with Robbie Myers, Butler County Emergency Management Director about the flooding potential:

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Myers added the Black River at Poplar Bluff should crest mid-week at about 18 feet. Flood stage is 16 feet.

 

JOHN 3:16 MINISTRIES TO HOLD 4TH ANNUAL WINTER BLAST THIS WEEKEND John 3:16 Ministries in Charlotte, Arkansas, will be holding their 4th Annual Winter Blast on Saturday, January 2nd.

The fundraising event at the ASU Convocation Center in Jonesboro will include dinner and entertainment along with a silent and live auction. There will also be a kids’ corner with bounce houses and games.

The dinner is scheduled to begin at 5 pm. Tickets for the event cost $10. For more information, contact John 3:16 Ministries at 870-799-2525.

 

BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION PREPARATIONS TO CAUSE DELAYS IN CARTER COUNTY Route M in Carter County will be reduced to one lane beginning today so contractor crews can perform shoulder work in preparation for construction on the new bridge over Pike Creek.

The work zone is located on Route M from County Road 100 to one half mile north of County Road 101.

Weather permitting, work will take place today through Friday, January 29th from 7 am to 5 pm each day, including weekends as necessary.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, ongoing construction work will continue through late summer.

 

TEENAGER INJURED IN ACCIDENTAL SHOOTING HAS DIED Continuing to follow a story for you, a Butler County teenager who was injured last Monday in an accidental shooting has died.

Butler County Coroner Jim Akers tells KWOC News 17 year old Kaitlyn Pullam died Saturday afternoon at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. According to family pastor David Stewart of First United Methodist Church, doctors had pronounced her “brain-dead” last Thursday. Doctors were unable to detect any brain activity for 24 hours.

Witnesses at the scene told authorities that, another person in the residence was attempting to unload a black powder rifle when it discharged and went through a wall, striking Pullam.

 

METH ARREST MADE SATURDAY EVENING IN WAYNE COUNTY Authorities in Wayne County arrested a Poplar Bluff woman Saturday evening on a meth charge.

According to the Highway Patrol, 40 year old Mary Downs was taken into custody at around 10:30 pm on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine.

Downs is also facing a charge of unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST TO BE HELD ON 1ST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH Officials with the Knights of Columbus say they are holding a monthly breakfast on Sundays.

The breakfast is scheduled for the 8 am to 11 am on the 1st Sunday of every month at the New Knights of Columbus Hall on North Grand Avenue in Poplar Bluff.

There is no cost to attend, however donations will be accepted.

 

29TH ANNUAL POPLAR BLUFF SHOWDOWN BEGINS TODAY AT E.T. PETERS GYM The 29th Annual Poplar Bluff Showdown at E.T. Peters Gym will begin this afternoon at 4 PM. Teams this year include Vashon, Liberty Tech, Jonesboro, Memphis Central, Kenwood, Grenade, Cordova, and Poplar Bluff. Tickets are $4 per day, and there will be a 3 point and slam dunk contest Tuesday morning at 10 AM free of charge.

Poplar Bluff begins there Showdown this evening as they face the Crusaders from Liberty Tech. Pre-Game begins at 6:30 PM and tip-off at 7 PM.

 

 

Thursday December 24, 2015

CREWS ON SCENE OF POPLAR BLUFF FIRECrews are at the scene of an early morning fire in Poplar Bluff.

Details are scarce at the moment, but the structure is located near the downtown area.

We will have more information for you as it becomes available.

 

DEXTER WOMAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES Authorities say a Dexter woman is facing multiple felony charges after her arrest Tuesday night.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell us that 29 year old Candice Farver was arrested in Stoddard County on felony charges of possession of methamphetamine and driving while intoxicated – alcohol.

Farver is also charged with careless and imprudent driving involving an accident.

 

WAPPAPELLO MAN FACING DRUG CHARGE A Wappapello man was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a felony drug charge.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 35 year old Tommy Green was taken into custody shortly after 4:30 pm Wednesday in Butler County.

Green is facing charges including driving while revoked and felony possession of a controlled substance.

 

SEVERE WEATHER CAUSES DAMAGE ACROSS SOUTHEAST MISSOURI Wednesday’s severe weather caused damage across Southeast Missouri.

According to the National Weather Service, there were trees reported down in multiple counties including Carter, Wayne, and Stoddard, where a tree was down on a house near Puxico.

Multiple communities were also without power. A power line was brought down over Highway 21 in Carter County causing the highway to be closed for a period of time.

Damage was also reported at the Clearwater Campground in Piedmont where one camper was flipped upside down. There was also damage to storage units, carports and trees.

 

SUSPECT IN CUSTODY FOLLOWING HOMICIDE IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS Authorities in Greene County say a suspect is in custody in connection to a homicide.

According to authorities, a woman was shot and killed early Wednesday morning at the Lorado Grocery Store. The victim has been identified as 45 year old Stacy Quintana, of Paragould.

A male at the location was stabbed and suffered non-life threatening injuries.

36 year old Stacy Keplinger, of Leachville, has been arrested on charges including capital murder and aggravated assault.

 

EMINENCE WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK An Eminence woman has serious injuries following a single vehicle wreck in Shannon County.

According to authorities, the wreck occurred shortly before 7:30 am Wednesday when a vehicle driven by 43 year old Jodi Harper traveled off the side of Highway 19 and struck a tree.

Harper was taken by ambulance to a Springfield hospital following the wreck. A 2 year old child in the vehicle suffered minor injuries and was taken to a West Plains hospital.

 

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 3RD ANNUAL THREE RIVERS ENDOWMENT TRUST TRIVIA NIGHT Teams can now register for the upcoming 3rd annual Trivia night fundraiser and dinner held by the Three Rivers Endowment Trust.

The event has been scheduled for Saturday, February 20th, at the Poplar Bluff Elks Lodge. Dinner will start at 5 pm, with the trivia competition beginning at 7 pm.

Officials say tables will be $120 for a six-person team, with an extra $10 per person charge for dinner. Proceeds from the trivia competition will go towards the T.R.U.S.T. scholarship, with proceeds from the dinner going toward the Elks Lodge #2452 scholarships.

The T.R.U.S.T. scholarship provides retraining for workers that have been laid off and education for single parents. Recipients are students who would not qualify for scholarships demanding a higher GPA or students who just missed the financial cut-off for federal aid.

To register, contact Margaret Orlando at morlando@trcc.edu.