Tuesday February 9, 2016
METH ARREST MADE IN WAYNE COUNTYAuthorities in Wayne County arrested a Patterson woman last week on a felony drug charge.
33 year old Amanda Fobian was taken into custody shortly after 4 pm Friday on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance for methamphetamine.
Fobian is also charged with failure to register a motor vehicle. She was taken to the Wayne County Jail on a 24 hour hold.
NORANDA TO CURTAIL REMAINING OPERATIONS IN NEW MADRID Noranda Aluminum has announced that the company will be curtailing their remaining operations in New Madrid.
The company said in a release that it expects to continue operating the single remaining pot line at its primary aluminum smelter until March.
The company said it could restart operations at New Madrid, should conditions allow.
In the release, Noranda also revealed that it has initiated the Chapter 11 Bankruptcy process.
FAT TUESDAY JAMBALAYA FEAST TO BE HELD AT KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL The Knights of Columbus and Sacred Heart School in Poplar Bluff are teaming up for a Fat Tuesday Jambalaya Feast today.
The Cajun Jambalaya meal will be held from 4 to 8 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 2280 North Grand.
The price for adults is $10, for kids 6 to 12, the price is $5, and kids five and under get in for free.
TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO DRUG ARREST IN CLAY COUNTY A weekend traffic stop led to a drug bust in Northeast Arkansas.
Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller tells us deputies conducted a traffic stop Saturday afternoon in Piggott. The driver of the vehicle, 52 year old Steven Stockton, of Pollard was discovered to have a warrant through the Clay County Sheriff’s Department.
Miller says that deputies conducted a search of Stockton and found a large quantity of prescription narcotics and a corner cut baggie containing 2.3 grams of suspected methamphetamine.
Stockton was taken to the Clay County Detention Center on charges of possession of a controlled substance - methamphetamine and felony possession of a controlled substance without a prescription.
SIKESTON DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY INVESTIGATING PHONE SCAM Officials with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety are asking local business owners to be on the lookout for a phone scam.
DPS has received reports from local businesses that they are receiving phone calls from a male caller identifying themselves as the Board of Municipal Utilities. The caller has been demanding payment for services or stating they will shut off their utilities.
Officials with the Board of Municipal Utilities told police that they do not place these types of phone calls, businesses would be contacted in person during these situations.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Sikeston DPS at 573-471-4711.
DEXTER POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES DRUNK DRIVING CRACKDOWN FOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY HOLIDAY The Dexter Police Department has announced that officers will be out in force for the St. Patrick’s Day holiday.
Dexter officers will be participating in a nationwide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” substance–impaired driving crackdown from March 17th to March 20th.
Dexter Police say that two people were killed and seven seriously injured during the 2015 St. Patrick’s Day holiday.
STUDENTS HAVE UNTIL THE END OF THE MONTH TO APPLY FOR THREE RIVERS NURSING PROGRAMS Potential nursing students have until the end of the month to apply for nursing programs at Three Rivers College.
The application deadline for the College’s day and evening Nursing programs in Poplar Bluff, its LPN-to-RN Bridge program in Poplar Bluff, and its Practical Nursing program in Kennett is March 1st.
Dr. Staci Campbell, chair of Nursing and Allied Health, says that spots are available in all four programs. Application forms and requirements are available online at trcc.edu.
Prospective students can also contact Campbell at 573-840-9680.
Famous talent scout interested in student’s music
A Poplar Bluff Junior High student is in talks with a retired NBA player about a possible record deal after creating a rap music video that garnered tens of millions of views, proving the power of technology possessed by Generation Z. Last weekend Maurice Evans, now an entrepreneur, flew Bryson ...read more
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PBTCC seeks accreditation with COE
Poplar Bluff Technical Career Center is applying to become a candidate for accreditation with the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Persons wishing to make comments should either write to the Executive Director of the Commission, Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, ...read more
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Mules Café releases February Menu
The Mules Café is happy to announce the February specials. Plan to stop by and enjoy the efforts of Chef Letassy and our café students beginning Tuesday, Feb. 9, with bacon cheeseburgers. The good folks at the Mules Café encourage you come by and enjoy one of the ...read more
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Policy Manual, Handbooks, Rules & Regulations
The Poplar Bluff R-1 Schools Policy Manual has been updated with a new policy: Guidelines for Use of Commercial Movies in the Classroom. Visit this page to download our latest policies and handbooks. ...read more
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Monday February 8, 2016
MAN CHARGED WITH ARSON IN CONNECTION TO FIRE IN HAYTIA Hayti man has been arrested on an arson charge in connection to a residential structure fire last week.
According to authorities, the fire was located at a structure on Bell Street in Hayti.
An investigation led to the arrest of 28 year old Dixie Reed Jr. According to Missouri Case Net, Reed is facing a felony charge of 1st degree arson and he was given a bond of $150,000 cash or surety.
INVESTIGATION RESULTS IN ARREST OF CANALOU MAN ON CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES An investigation has resulted in the arrest of a Canalou man on child pornography charges.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control, a search warrant was executed Friday at the residence of 49 year old Casey Bailey.
Investigators seized evidence during the search and Bailey was arrested later that morning. Bailey has been charged with possession of child pornography and promoting child pornography by distribution.
Bailey’s bond was set at $50,000.
REPORT OF POSSIBLE HOSTAGE SITUATION LEADS TO ARREST OF TWO IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS Two people were arrested after authorities in Northeast Arkansas responded to a residence on a report of a possible hostage situation.
According to Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller, Clay County Dispatch received the report of a possible hostage situation at a location just south of Rector Friday afternoon.
When deputies, along with the Arkansas State Police, arrived to the scene they found a male standing in the yard wielding a machete. The man, identified as 31 year old David Griggs, of Lepanto, complied with requests to drop the weapon and was secured.
An investigation revealed that Griggs had allegedly broken into a neighboring house prior to officers' arrival. He was arrested on charges of criminal mischief, criminal trespass, breaking and entering, and theft of property.
While on the scene, authorities entered the residence and found a woman, 34 year old Julie Parnell, of Kennett. Parnell advised officers that she had methamphetamines in an insulin bag in her purse.
She was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance - methamphetamine and felony possession of drug paraphernalia.
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD IN POPLAR BLUFF TO HOST VALENTINE BANQUET The First Church of God in Poplar Bluff will be hosting a Valentine Banquet on February 14th.
Church officials say there will food and entertainment as well as free childcare and children’s meals provided.
The event will begin at 6 pm at a cost of $15 per person. For reservations call 573-785-5378.
PIEDMONT MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE DRUG CHARGES OVER THE WEEKEND A Piedmont man was been taken into custody in Wayne County on multiple felony drug charges.
According to Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, 22 year old Hunter Sutton was arrested Friday evening on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.
Sutton is also facing a felony charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. Following the arrest, he was held in the Wayne County Jail.
POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED IN WAYNE COUNTY ON FELONY DRUG CHARGE A Poplar Bluff man is facing a felony drug charge in connection to his arrest in Wayne County.
According to authorities, 44 year old Stephen Benton was arrested Friday afternoon on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine.
Benton is also facing charges of driving while intoxicated – drugs and failure to maintain the right half of the roadway.
Following the arrest, Benton was taken to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office on a 24 hour hold.
DUNKLIN COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED TODAY FOR A PIPE REPLACEMENT Crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation will be in Dunklin County today to replace a pipe beneath Route TT.
During the replacement, Route TT will be closed between County Road 715 and 726.
Work is scheduled to take place from 7 am to 3:30 pm.
BIG GAME COMMERCIAL FEATURES SUPER BOWL WOMAN Carolina defensive end and New Madrid County Central graduate Kony Ealy wasn’t the only Southeast Missouri native to appear during last night’s big game broadcast.
A commercial for Michelob Ultra featured Poplar Bluff native Chelsea Edmundson.
The commercial, titled “Breathe”, is available to watch on our Facebook page.
Friday February 5, 2016
WANTED BROSELEY MAN CAPTURED IN TEXASFollowing up on a story we brought you last week, a wanted Broseley man has been captured in Texas.
We spoke with Poplar Bluff Deputy Police Chief Jeff Rolland about the arrest of 31 year old Jeffery Vest.
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Vest was wanted on felony charges of assault on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest, tampering with a motor vehicle, and felony stealing. Vest is also facing local charges out of Texas.
At the time of his arrest a stolen vehicle was recovered and two other suspects were also taken into custody.
METHAMPHETAMINE FOUND DURING SEARCH OF RECTOR RESIDENCE Two people have been arrested in connection to the discovery of meth at a Rector residence.
Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller tells us that deputies with the Clay County Sheriff's Department along with officers from the Arkansas State Police conducted a probation/parole search at the residence on Thursday.
During the search, authorities found methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. They were also able to recover a generator that had been reported stolen out of Rector.
Billy Hill and Melanie Dillard were both taken into custody in connection to the search. They have both been charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, and theft by receiving.
REWARD OFFERED FOR INFORMATION ABOUT DONIPHAN BURGLARY Authorities in Doniphan say a reward is being offered in connection to a burglary investigation.
According to the Doniphan Police Department, the burglary was located at 608 Walnut Street. A reward of $1,000 is being offered for the arrest and conviction of person or persons involved in the burglary.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Doniphan Police Department at 573-996-7123.
FAT TUESDAY JAMBALAYA FEAST TO BE HELD AT KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL The Knights of Columbus and Sacred Heart School in Poplar Bluff are teaming for a Fat Tuesday Jambalaya Feast.
The Cajun Jambalaya meal will be held on February 9th from 4 to 8 pm at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 2280 North Grand.
The price for adults is $10, for kids 6 to 12, the price is $5, and kids five and under get in for free.
POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG WARRANT A Poplar Bluff man was taken into custody Wednesday night on a drug warrant.
The Poplar Bluff Police Department tells us that an officer made contact with 25 year old Damien Gaylor shortly before 9:30 Wednesday night.
The officer conducted a wants/warrant check and found that Gaylor had a warrant through the Butler County Sheriff’s Office for possession of a controlled substance along with a warrant through the Poplar Bluff Police Department for possession of paraphernalia.
Gaylor was processed and transported to the Butler County Justice Center. His warrant from the Sheriff’s Office has a bond of $100,000 cash or surety.
KENNETT WOMAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE DRUG CHARGES A Kennett woman has been taken into custody in Dunklin County on multiple felony drug charges.
According to authorities, 58 year old Margaret Roach was arrested Thursday afternoon on a felony charge of possession with intent to distribute for methamphetamine.
Roach is also facing a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – hydrocodone. Following the arrest, she was held in the Dunklin County Jail.
NAYLOR NUTRITION CENTER TO HOLD FISH FRY TODAY The Naylor Nutrition Center will be holding a fish fry for lunch today.
The event will take place from 11 am to 12:30 pm. Adults can eat in for $7 or carry out for $7.50. For children below 11 years old, the cost will be $4. The plate will include catfish and other items.
MOTORISTS REMINDED TO DESIGNATE A DRIVER WHILE CELEBRATING THE BIG GAME The big game is coming up this weekend and while you are celebrating all the great plays, remember to designate a drive if you plan on drinking.
According to the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety, in 2015, 162 people were killed and 576 seriously injured in Missouri crashes that involved at least one substance-impaired driver.
If you plan on drinking while enjoying the game, leave your keys at home. Designate a sober driver, whether it’s a friend, relative, taxi, ride share or public transportation.
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is also offering a new SaferRide mobile app. The app helps people who have been drinking get a safe ride home; it helps users call a taxi or a friend and identifies their location so they can be picked up.
The app is available for Android devices on Google Play, and Apple devices on the iTunes store.
Thursday February 4, 2016
FAIRDEALING MAN ARRESTED FOR RESISTING ARREST IN RIPLEY COUNTYAuthorities say a Fairdealing man is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest Wednesday morning in Ripley County.
48 year old William Sparks was taken into custody shortly after 10 am Wednesday on felony charges of resisting arrest and interfering with an arrest.
According to authorities, Sparks also has felony warrants out of Madison and Gasconade Counties for larceny and Butler County for failure to appear.
MAN ARRESTED IN BUTLER COUNTY ON DRUG WARRANT A Fairdealing man was taken into custody Wednesday night on a felony warrant out of Butler County.
According to the Highway Patrol, the warrant for 44 year old David Hatton was for possession of a controlled substance.
He was arrested at around 9:20 pm Wednesday in Butler County.
SIKESTON TEEN ARRESTED FOR TAKING VIDEOS OTHER MEN IN RESTROOM Sikeston authorities have arrested an area teenager for allegedly taking videos of other men at the Sikeston YMCA.
According to the Sikeston Department of Public Safety, 19 year old Earl Madison has been charged with 3 counts of invasion of privacy in the 1st degree.
A victim told police that Madison had followed him into a restroom at the YMCA. The victim then caught Madison cell-phone videoing him while he was using the restroom.
Officers discovered several videos on Maidson’s cell phone of male subjects in various stages of undress.
Madison admitted to investigators that over the past year, while working at the YMCA, he had videotaped men in the locker room.
Police are asking anyone with similar incidents or information involving Madison to contact Sikeston DPS at 573-471-4711.
ORGANIZATION DONATES K9 FIRST AID KITS TO POPLAR BLUFF POLICE An organization has donated first aid kits to two Poplar Bluff officers.
The Poplar Bluff Police Department tells us that the "We Ride To Provide" organization recently donated emergency K9 first aid kits for Poplar Bluff K9 officers Loco and Kane.
“We Ride to Provide” is a non-profit organization based out of Covington, Georgia.
WAYNE COUNTY COMMISSIONER INJURED IN WASHINGTON COUNTY WRECK A Wayne County Commissioner has been taken to a St. Louis hospital following a two vehicle wreck in Washington County.
According to authorities, 70 year old James Hovis fell asleep while driving his vehicle Tuesday afternoon, crossed the center line, and was struck by another vehicle, nearly head on.
Hovis suffered serious injuries in the wreck and was taken by Air Evac to Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. There were no other injuries reported in connection to the wreck.
TWO ARRESTED FOLLOWING ALLEGED ASSAULT AT SIKESTON RESIDENCE Two men have been arrested following an alleged assault at a Sikeston residence.
According to authorities, the victim said that 30 year old James Applewhite Jr. had chased and attacked him with a large metal flashlight. Applewhite’s father, 66 year old James Applewhite Sr. had also allegedly kicked the victim as well.
Both Applewhite Jr. and Sr. were taken into custody on charges of armed criminal action and 1st degree assault.
TREE TRIMMING TO CAUSE DELAYS OVER THE NEXT WEEK IN STODDARD COUNTY Route E in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane over the next week as contractor crews trim trees along the roadway.
The work zone will be located from Route FF to Route 25.
Work will take place today through Thursday, February 11th from 8 am to 4 pm daily.
POPLAR BLUFF JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS READ TO ELEMENTARY CLASSES Some Poplar Bluff Junior High students recently went on a kind of book tour to read to elementary school students.
Thirty eighth graders read their original stories about the states of matter to students at Eugene Field, Lake Road, Oak Grove and O’Neal elementaries, along with Sacred Heart School.
Science department chair Jenn Nicolini tells us that the children’s books had to be at least 10 pages long with illustrations, and include four examples of how matter changes state.
We have pictures of the book tour available on our Facebook page.
Wednesday February 3, 2016
$20,000 BOND SET FOR MAN ARRESTED ON THEFT WARRANTA Dexter man is in custody following his arrest.
According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 35 year old Steven Michael Cruse was arrested on a warrant for theft and a probation violation.
A $20,000 bond was set for the theft warrant, while no bond was set for the probation violation.
TWO SOUGHT IN POPLAR BLUFF FORGERY INVESTIGATION Authorities in Poplar Bluff say a forgery investigation is underway.
Few details have been released; however Poplar Bluff Police say a man and a woman are being sought in connection to the investigation.
Pictures of the two people are available on our Facebook page.
If you have any information about the investigation or the whereabouts of the two people, contact Detective Josh Stewart at 573-686-8602.
2ND ANNUAL RAIDER REUNION TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND AT BESS ACTIVITY CENTER Over 50 years of alumni, faculty, staff, and leadership will be honored this weekend at Three Rivers College 2nd annual Raider Reunion celebration.
The event will be held on Saturday at the Bess Activity Center in conjunction with the Raiders and Lady Raiders basketball games versus State Fair.
The event will kick off at 5 pm with the Lady Raiders game, followed by a ceremony honoring The Downtowners, a group of faculty and staff who worked in the original Three Rivers location in downtown Poplar Bluff, at 6:30.
The Raiders game will follow at 7 pm, with a ceremony during halftime honoring the founding Board of Trustees. Raider Reunion will also feature a hospitality room for alumni, a Rocky Raider photo booth, and giveaways during the game.
Admission to both the event and the games will be free.
DEXTER MAN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY ON DRUG WARRANT A Dexter man has been arrested on a drug warrant in Stoddard County.
The Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department tells us that 48 year old Kenneth Thor Anderson was arrested on warrants for possession of a controlled substance and a probation violation.
The warrant for possession of a controlled substance reportedly has a bond of $4,900.
POPLAR BLUFF CHAMBER PRESIDENT GETS CERTIFICATION FROM NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL The Greater Poplar Bluff Area Chamber of Commerce President has received a certification from the National Development Council.
On Tuesday, Steve Halter received certification as an Economic Development Finance Professional after completing an intensive economic development finance training series that is conducted by the NDC.
The courses provide individuals working in the field of economic development with training in credit analysis, real estate financing, loan packaging, deal structuring and negotiating and the creation and implementation of development programs.
Halter had previously received a Professional Community and Economic Development Certification from the Community Development Council in 2013.
WOMAN NAMED HONORARY DEPUTY ON 100TH BIRTHDAY A Northeast Arkansas woman got to celebrate her 100th birthday in a cop car.
The Greene County Sheriff’s Department honored Ms. Ollie Winn during her 100th birthday party yesterday with a certificate making her an Honorary Greene County Sheriff's Deputy.
Winn was then allowed to get in a patrol unit and ride around a parking lot with the vehicle’s lights on.
Sheriff David Carter says Ms. Winn is a true inspiration with her great personality and outlook on life.
MULES BOOSTER CLUB NAMES DECEMBER ATHLETES OF THE MONTH A Poplar Bluff High School swimmer and wrestler have been named as December athletes of the month.
Sophomore Taylor Norwood is an all-state swimmer and holds multiple school and meet records. She also is maintaining an 11.143 weighted GPA, according to her coach Elizabeth Lewis-Muse.
Junior Josh Lewis was heavyweight champion during the Tiger Classic in December at Cape Central.
Junior High authors go on book tour
Poplar Bluff Junior High science students went on a book tour on Friday, Jan. 29, reading their original stories to elementary classes about the states of matter. The children's books had to be at least 10 pages long with illustrations, and include four examples of how matter changes state, according ...read more
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Cafeteria workers get ServSafe certified
Nineteen kitchen managers, cooks and leads from Poplar Bluff Schools, along with two Chartwells district managers, received their ServSafe certification on Saturday, Jan. 30, in the Administrative Building. Training specialist Trent Cook, the owner of Restaurant Training Solutions in O'Fallon, taught the all-day course. Administered by the National Restaurant Association, ...read more
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Tuesday February 2, 2016
DRUGS FOUND IN MAN’S VEHICLE AFTER FOOT PURSUIT WITH POLICEA controlled substance was reportedly found in a Corning man’s vehicle after he was involved in a foot pursuit with Poplar Bluff Police.
KWOC News spoke with Poplar Bluff Deputy Police Chief Jeff Rolland about the arrest:
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Rolland would go on to say that Trice was lodged at the Butler County Jail following the arrest.
POPLAR BLUFF MAN TASED AFTER ATTEMPTING TO RUN FROM POLICE Poplar Bluff police say an area man was tased after he attempted to run from officers.
According to the Police Department, officers were in the area of 5th and Lester Streets Sunday afternoon looking for two subjects with active warrants. While in the area, an officer observed two people walking who had matched the description of the wanted subjects.
When the officer asked the people to stop, one of the subjects, 30 year old Steven Whitaker, ran from the scene. Another officer later caught up with Whitaker and tased him after Whitaker repeatedly refused to get on the ground.
Whitaker was taken into custody on parole absconder and misdemeanor stealing warrants. He is also facing an additional charge of felony resisting arrest.
ELLINGTON MAN FACING FLEEING AND LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT CHARGES An Ellington man was taken into custody early Sunday morning on multiple charges including resisting arrest.
According to authorities, 37 year old Charles Snider is facing charges including resisting arrest by fleeing, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving while intoxicated.
Details about the accident involved in the leaving the scene of an accident charge were not available. Snider was held in Reynolds County and later released.
THUNDERSTORMS CROSSING AREA TODAY BRING POTENTIAL OF TORNADOS The National Weather Service says a tornado could form today with a line of storms that is forecasted to cross Southeast Missouri.
According to a hazardous weather outlook issued this morning, strong to locally severe thunderstorms that are capable of producing damaging wind gusts are possible over Southeast Missouri late this morning.
More intense lines of thunderstorms in the system could also have an isolated and brief tornado or two develop.
The NWS has issued a wind advisory that is in effect through midnight tonight.
We will be following the storm system here for you on Today’s Talk KWOC and will bring you the latest developments as they occur.
WOMAN IN CUSTODY IN CONNECTION TO ROBBERY INVESTIGATION Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs says a woman is now in custody in connection to an investigation of money being stolen from a Fagus grocery store.
Dobbs spoke with us Monday morning about the investigation,
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Dobbs later told us that 44 year old Jean Sherfield of Poplar Bluff was taken into custody Monday at around noon. She is facing charges of robbery 1st and numerous felony warrants.
MAN ARRESTED AFTER REPORT OF SHOTS BEING FIRED IN KENNETT A Kennett man has been taken into custody for allegedly shooting a gun in the city.
According to the Kennett Police Department, officers were dispatched Sunday evening in reference to shots being fired. At the scene officers learned that 44 year old Alvin Wilbanks had allegedly discharged his firearm in the front yard of a residence.
Police did not say what caused Wilbanks to fire the weapon. Wilbanks was placed under arrest for discharging a firearm in city limits and was held in the Dunklin County Jail.
$50,000 BOND SET FOR MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE DRUG CHARGES A $50,000 cash bond has been set for a Malden man recently arrested on multiple drug charges.
According to the Malden Police Department, on Saturday officers arrested 36 year old Anthony Bell on charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, possession of a controlled substance, and receiving stolen property.
Police say a felony Dunklin County warrant has also been issued for Bell.
BALD EAGLE SHOT AND KILLED IN REYNOLDS COUNTY Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a bald eagle in Southeast Missouri.
The bird was found Friday in Reynolds County.
It is the second bald eagle that has been killed in the past few weeks in Southeast Missouri. Another eagle was found shot near Patterson in Wayne County and later died.
Behind the Lesson: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
By Lori Bell, Poplar Bluff Early Childhood Center teacher “During calendar time on Tuesday, Jan. 19, our class had a discussion on why we were not in school the day before. We read a picture book about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The book talked about the things Dr. King ...read more
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Monday February 1, 2016
DRIVER HITS CHILD RIDING BIKE IN KENNETTAn eight year old child was hit by a vehicle while riding a bike Saturday evening in Kennett.
The Kennett Police Department tells us that the child was riding her bicycle on North Walnut Street shortly before 8 pm when a vehicle reportedly ran a stop sign and hit the bike’s back tire.
The child was thrown from the bike and received minor injuries.
One witness described the suspect vehicle as being a small 2-door white passenger car with a wing on the back and a loud exhaust. It was last seen going west on Clipper Street.
Anyone who has information about the incident is asked to contact the Kennett Police Department at 573-888-4622.
POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED OVER THE WEEKEND ON METH CHARGE A Poplar Bluff man is facing two drug related charges following his weekend arrest in Butler County.
According to authorities, 41 year old Carl Capper was arrested Saturday on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance for methamphetamine. Capper is also charged with unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.
Following the arrest, Capper was taken to the Butler County Jail on a 24 hour hold.
THREE INJURED IN WATERCRAFT COLLISION ON LAKE WAPPAPELLO One person was flown by Air Evac to a Cape Girardeau hospital following a collision on Lake Wappapello in Wayne County.
According to authorities, the crash occurred Saturday morning when a vessel struck another vessel near Lost Creek. A passenger in the second vessel suffered moderate injuries and was taken by Air Evac to St. Francis Medical Center.
The drivers of each of the vessels both suffered minor injuries.
PUXICO MAN ARRESTED ON WARRANT FOR ASSAULT WITH A KNIFE A Puxico man has been taken into custody on an assault warrant.
According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 22 year old AC Anthony Poncho Vires was recently arrested on a warrant for armed criminal action and 2nd degree assault with a knife.
Vires bond was set at $12,500 cash.
PIEDMONT TEEN FACING FELONY DRUG CHARGE A Piedmont teenager was taken into custody last week on a felony drug charge.
According to authorities, 18 year old Lindsey Pullam was arrested in Wayne County on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance.
Following the arrest, Pullam was taken to the Wayne County Jail on a 24 hour hold.
MAN ARRESTED AFTER SHORT STANDOFF WITH POLICE Kennett police say an area man has been taken into custody following a short standoff.
On Sunday afternoon officers were dispatched to a residence in reference to a domestic in progress. Officers were told on scene that the suspect was under the influence of drugs and was hiding in the attic.
The suspect reportedly refused to come down for a short time before being arrested without incident.
The suspect, 27 year old Charles Williams, of Kennett, was taken to the Dunklin County Jail pending charges of assault 2nd and resisting arrest. Police say Williams also had an outstanding warrant through Probation and Parole.
2.5 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE RECORDED FRIDAY MORNING NEAR MALDEN A small earthquake was recorded Friday morning near Malden.
According to the United States Geological Survey, the 2.5 magnitude quake was located 6 miles east of Malden and 33 miles East Southeast of Poplar Bluff.
The quake occurred shortly after 5:30 am and had a depth of just over 4 miles.
POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL TO HOST DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT Poplar Bluff Middle School will be hosting a Dodgeball Tournament on February 27th for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
The event will start at 10 am at the Poplar Bluff High School gym.
All teams must be coed and can have up to 10 players. The cost is $5 per person and anyone above 7th grade can participate. In addition, there will also be a best t-shirt design contest and a most creative team name contest.
Teams can register online at www.poplarbluffschools.net.
100 percent of the proceeds will go to St. Jude. For more information, call Melanie Schalk at 785-5566.
Oak Grove classroom newsletters for February
To stay on top of the news in your child's classroom, please read the latest Oak Grove Elementary classroom newsletters. Here are the newsletters for February 2016. Check back every week for the latest editions. 3rd Grade Newsletter: 3rd Grade Spelling Words 4th Grade Newsletter: ...read more
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Lake Road’s first annual Movie Night set for Friday, Feb. 5
All Lake Road families are invited to attend Lake Road Elementary's first annual Family Movie Night. This event will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, in the gym. The movie Inside Out will be shown. It will last 1 hour and 35 minutes. Families may bring a ...read more
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Friday January 29, 2016
STODDARD COUNTY MAN’S CONVICTION UPHELD
A Court of Appeals has rejected a Stoddard County man’s appeal of his conviction on multiple charges, including forcible rape.
Steven Rendleman was sentenced to 163 years plus 2 life sentences without the possibility of parole for kidnapping, forcible rape, forcible sodomy, assault of a law enforcement officer, and armed criminal action in connection to an incident that occurred in March of 2012.
Stoddard County Prosecuting Attorney Russell Oliver says tells us that the Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence without issuing an opinion, finding simply that no error occurred in the trial.
COCAINE, MARIJUANA, AND HYDROCODONE FOUND IN SIKESTON MAN’S HOME Authorities say cocaine and marijuana were found during the search of a Sikeston man’s home.
Police responded to the home after receiving a tip of that there were drugs in the residence.
Authorities reportedly found over 4.5 ounces of marijuana, over 1.5 ounces of cocaine, and over 30 hydrocodone pills at the home.
Joe Allen Alexander was taken into custody on three counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute.
SEMO FOOD BANK FOOD GIVEAWAY IN POPLAR BLUFF TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND The Southeast Missouri Food Bank will be holding a food giveaway tomorrow in Poplar Bluff.
The Mobile Food Pantry will be held at 10 am Saturday in the River Radio Parking Lot on 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.
VAN BUREN MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK A Van Buren man was flown to a Cape Girardeau hospital Thursday after he was involved in a single vehicle wreck.
According to authorities the wreck occurred Thursday morning on Route M in Carter County. 61 year old James Duncan’s vehicle lost control, travelled off the roadway, and struck a culvert.
Duncan, who was reportedly not wearing a safety device, was seriously injured and taken by Air Evac to a Cape Girardeau hospital.
POPLAR BLUFF POLICE LOOKING FOR TWO MEN IN CONNECTION TO SHOPLIFTING COMPLAINT Poplar Bluff authorities are searching for two men in connection to a shoplifting complaint.
According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, Wal-Mart Loss Prevention told police that two white males stole video games from the store and fled on foot when they were confronted by an employee at the exit.
Pictures of the two suspects are available on our Facebook page.
If you recognize either of the suspects, the Police Department is asking you to contact Officer Jim Gerber at 573-785-5776.
VALENTINES FOR VETERANS CONCERT SET FOR FEBRUARY 19TH An Eagles tribute band will be the act for this year’s Valentines for Veterans concert in Poplar Bluff.
Take it to the Limit will be performing at the event on February 19th at the Black River Coliseum. In addition there will also be a special dedication to Vietnam era veterans with songs from Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Doors will open for the event at 5:30 pm, followed by a pre-show at 6:30 and the main event at 7. Tickets can be picked up at the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center and the Poplar Bluff Chamber of Commerce.
POPLAR BLUFF POLICE TO HOST COFFEE WITH A COP EVENT IN FEBRUARY The Poplar Bluff Police Department has announced that they will be giving local citizens the chance to meet the officers that serve them in an upcoming event.
The Police Department will be holding their 1st Coffee with a Cop event from 8:30 to10:30 am on February 19th at McDonald's on Highway 67 North.
During the event, there will be opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood.
Thursday January 28, 2016
MAN ARRESTED IN PEMISCOT COUNTY ON FIREARM AND DRUG CHARGESA Holland, Missouri man was taken into custody earlier this week in Pemiscot County on firearm and drug charges.
According to authorities, 30 year old Mark Crocker was arrested on felony charges of possession of a firearm, possession of a controlled substance for xanax, and possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute for methamphetamine.
Following the arrest, Crocker was held in the Pemiscot County jail on a 24 hour hold.
SHOPLIFTING CALL LEADS TO DRUG ARREST IN KENNETT A shoplifting call resulted in the arrest of a Dexter woman on a drug charge.
According to the Kennett Police Department, officers were dispatched to an area business Wednesday to take a shoplifting report. The officers made contact with the suspect and located several types of narcotics in her purse.
The suspect, Christy Smith, of Dexter, was arrested for stealing and possession of a controlled substance. Following the arrest, Smith was taken to the Dunklin County Jail.
POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG WARRANT Poplar Bluff police arrested an area man Wednesday on a drug warrant.
According to the police department, an officer found 52 year old Kevin Tarpley picking up trash in an area parking lot. The officer conducted a warrants check and found Tarpley had an active warrant through the Butler County Sheriff’s Office for distributing a controlled substance.
Tarpley was placed in custody and lodged in the Butler County Justice Center on a $100,000 bond.
KENNETT MAN ARRESTED IN BUTLER COUNTY FOR RESISTING ARREST A Kennett man has been taken into custody for allegedly resisting arrest.
According to authorities Butler County Deputies made contact with 22 year old Davonta Green after reports were made about Green threatening to harm himself. After the deputies made contact, Green reportedly took off running. Authorities say Green was able to get about a mile before being apprehended.
It was later determined that Green had a probation violation and was wanted for arrest.
He was arrested on an additional charge of felony resisting arrest.
TWO ARRESTED ON CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES IN SCOTT COUNTY Authorities in Scott County say two Benton residents have been taken into custody on child pornography charges.
According to Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter, deputies served a search warrant Tuesday at a residence in Benton in connection to an ongoing investigation into child molestation charges.
At the residence, deputies found an inappropriate photograph of a child who was less than 18 years of age.
The victim identified the photograph as one that 67 year old Clayton Counts had taken.
Investigators were able to determine that 58 year old Judith Gray had been present during incidents when Counts was allegedly raping the victim. Gray would hold the door shut to keep anyone from going inside the bedroom while Counts raped the victim.
Counts and Gray were both taken into custody on a felony charge of possession of child pornography. Counts is also facing a charge of unlawful possession of a firearm.
DEADLINE COMING UP FOR THREE RIVERS COLLEGE DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI NOMINATIONS This Friday is the deadline for nominations for the 2015 Three Rivers College Distinguished Alumni Award.
The award will go to a graduate from or former student of Three Rivers College who will be judged on the merits of their personal and professional achievements.
A committee drawn from College employees, members of the Three Rivers Board of Trustees and the Three Rivers Endowment Trust, and residents of the college’s service area will choose the winning nomination. The award will then be given out at a recognition banquet hosted by the college in the spring.
Nominations can be submitted by going to trcc.edu/distinguished and filling out the form provided there. The nominations will close on January 29th.
Kindergarten Center Enrollment begins February 8 for 2016-2017 school year
Kindergarten enrollment for the 2016-2017 school year begins on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Center, 1200 Camp Road. Enrollment will also be held Feb. 9-11 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No appointments are necessary. Students must be 5 years ...read more
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Apply by March 15 for MFA foundation scholarship
Graduating seniors can apply now for a $2,000 MFA Foundation scholarship being offered at PBHS. The deadline to apply is March 15. The scholarship winner will be chosen by a local selection committee. The scholarship may be used at any college or university toward any course ...read more
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