Thursday, July 7, 2016

STORMS KNOCK OVER TREES AND POWER LINES IN POPLAR BLUFF Some were without power for a period of time Wednesday due to storms passing over Poplar Bluff.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, the Wednesday afternoon storms caused several trees and power lines to be knocked down, taking out power for some residents. There were also stop lights out in town due to the power outage.

Police say that Fair Street had to be closed temporarily so crews could clean up debris.

  THREE CHARGED WITH MURDER IN CONNECTION TO DEATH OF KANSAS MAN Three people are facing a murder charge in connection to the disappearance and death of a Kansas man in the Sikeston area.

Captain James McMillen with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety tells us that Lawrence “Larry” Weaver from Pittsburg, Kansas arrived in Sikeston on Sunday, June 26th.

Two days later, Sikeston DPS was asked by the Pittsburg, Kansas Police Department to check on Weaver. Police checked Weaver’s hotel room and found both him and his motorcycle missing.

Weaver was found dead on July 2nd in an area cotton field. An autopsy was performed and Weaver’s body was found to have significant trauma to the head as well as several fractured ribs and other injuries consistent with a severe beating.

McMillen says that 49 year old Ronnie Carl Robinson and 40 year old Elsie M. Coleman Hamilton, both of North Little Rock, Arkansas, along with 35 year old Larenzle M. Coleman, of Oakfield, Tennessee, have been taken into custody.

All three have been charged with murder 1st degree, robbery 1st degree, kidnapping, and tampering 1st degree.

  AUTHORITIES SAY RIPLEY COUNTY WOMAN’S DEATH WAS ACCIDENTAL Authorities in Ripley County say the death of an area woman is being ruled accidental.

According to authorities, Dorthy Ludwig was found lying near her home on Saturday.

She was taken to an area hospital and later passed away from injuries she had received. An investigation into the incident resulted in authorities ruling that the death was accidental.

DANCE CONTEST FILIMING TO BE HELD TONIGHT IN POPLAR BLUFF The Poplar Bluff community has been invited to participate in the filming of a dance video tonight to try to win money for an area charity.

The Pink Glove Dance is a national video contest where healthcare entities and communities create 90 second videos and compete in an online voting contest.

The winner will receive $10,000 from Medline to donate to a cancer charity of their choosing. Poplar Bluff will be trying to win money for the United Cancer Assistance Network.

Community members are invited to join in on the filming of the video tonight, from 6 to 8 pm at the Fred M. Morrow Stadium at the Poplar Bluff Jr. High School. Pink Gloves will be provided to attendees.

  HIGHWAY PATROL ISSUES OVER 150 SUMMONSES AND MAKES NEARLY 30 ARRESTS DURING HOLIDAY OPERATION Over 150 summonses were issued and nearly 30 arrests were made during a holiday operation conducted by State Troopers.

Captain Jeffrey N. Vitale, commanding officer of Troop E of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, tells us that Troopers were assigned to work 20-mile intervals on major highways and interstates in Southeast Missouri on Friday, July 1st, and Monday, July 4th.

During the operation, troopers made 15 drug arrests and 13 driving while intoxicated arrests. They also issued 135 speed summonses, 35 seat belt summonses, and 283 warnings in the 13 county area of Troop E.

Vitale wants to remind motorists that even though the holiday period is over, they are urged to continue to drive safely and always wear your seat belt.

  REGISTRAION UNDERWAY FOR POPLAR BLUFF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER FULL YEAR PROGRAM Registration is underway for the new full year program at the Poplar Bluff Early Childhood Center.

The program is open five days a week from 7 am to 6 pm with breakfast, lunch, and snacks included. Any child who is potty trained and will be three or four years old on July 31st is eligible for the program.

For more information, call 573-785-6803.

  ROAD WORK TO BE PERFORMED TODAY IN DUNKLIN COUNTY Crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation will be in Dunklin County today.

Route 25 in Dunklin County will be reduced while crews mill the roadway between Route 153 in White Oak and Route M in Holcomb.

Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 am to 4 pm.

  BRIDGE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED TO BE PERFORMED TODAY IN STODDARD COUNTY Route O in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge maintenance.

The bridge is located between County Road 316 and County Road 371.

Weather permitting, work is scheduled to be performed from 8 am to 3 pm.

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Wednesday, July 6, 2016

  INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY IN CONNECTION TO RIPLEY COUNTY WOMAN’S DEATH

An investigation is underway in connection to the death of a woman in Ripley County.

According to authorities, Dorthy Ludwig was found lying near her home on Saturday. She was taken to an area hospital and later passed away from injuries she had received.

An autopsy was scheduled to be performed on Tuesday.

PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER ORDER IN EFFECT FOR SOME DONIPHAN RESIDENTS

Some Doniphan residents are being advised to boil their water for the time being.

According to the Doniphan Police Department, a precautionary boil water notice is in effect for residents in the Sunny Acres Subdivision from Mabel Street east to the city limits and Barbara Street south to Thompson Drive.

Officials say the order is in effect until further notice.

TODAY IS THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN THE AUGUST PRIMARY

The deadline is here for those who want to vote in the upcoming primary election.

Today is the last day to register to vote in the primary, which will be held on August 2nd.

Eligible Missourians can register to vote online as well as in person at their local election authority’s office, any Department of Motor Vehicles office, or state agency that provides services to the public.

For more information, go online to www.GoVoteMissouri.com.

  SOUTHEAST MISSOURI HIT BY 3.0 MAGNITUDE EARTHQUAKE

The fourth of July brought more than just fireworks to Southeast Missouri.

According to the United States Geological Survey, a 3.0 magnitude earthquake was measured at 11:53 pm Monday night. The quake was located just over three miles southwest of Caruthersville and 20 miles southeast of Kennett.

The USGS says the earthquake had a depth of 5.7 miles.

  HEAT INDEX EXPECTED TO BE AROUND 100 DEGREES TODAY FOR PARTS OF SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

Chances of showers and thunderstorms might not be the only weather related problems we have this week in Southeast Missouri.

According to a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued by the National Weather Service, the heat index could get around 100 degrees this afternoon.

On Thursday and Friday, the National Weather Service says afternoon heat indices may reach or exceed the advisory threshold of 105 degrees at some locations.

If you would like information about cooling centers available in Butler County, contact the Butler County Health Department at 573-785-8478.

  BOIL WATER ADVISORY FOR PARTS OF STODDARD COUNTY HAS BEEN LIFTED

An over a week long boil water advisory is now over in Stoddard County.

System Operator Joe Pulliam tells us that the advisory for Public Water District Number Three of Stoddard County has been lifted.

Pulliam says that the advisory had been in effect due to a water main break.

  DEADLINE COMING UP FOR SWIMMING LESSONS IN POPLAR BLUFF

The deadline is coming up to register for swimming lessons at R.W. Huntington Municipal Pool in Poplar Bluff.

According to Aquatics Supervisor Heather Tuggle, the deadline to register for Session 2 will be Friday, July 8th. Session two will be held from July 11th to July 21st.

Session three will be held from July 25th through August 4th and its registration deadline is July 22nd.

The registration fee is $15 and forms are available at the Parks Department office on North Second Street and online at PoplarBluff-MO.gov.

  NINE ARRESTS MADE DURING SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT IN BUTLER COUNTY

Over 220 vehicles were stopped in Butler County on Saturday during a sobriety checkpoint conducted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Captain Jeffrey Vitale tells us that nine arrests were made during the four hour operation, five felony drug arrests and four driving while intoxicated arrests.

Troopers also issued 40 warnings and 16 summonses during the checkpoint.

Tuesday, July 5th, 2016

MISSING KANSAS MAN FOUND DEAD

Authorities in Sikeston have found the body of a missing Kansas man.

Captain James McMillen with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety tells us that the body of Larry Weaver, of Pittsburg, Kansas, was found Saturday morning in an area cotton field.

Weaver was reported missing early Tuesday morning from a hotel in Sikeston. Both he and his motorcycle went missing with no explanation.

An investigation into Weaver’s disappearance led to the arrest of 40 year old Elsie Coleman, of North Little Rock, Arkansas and 49 year old Ronnie Robinson, Senior, of Sikeston, on charges of tampering with a motor vehicle 1st degree and receiving stolen property.

At least one other suspect is still being sought in connection to the investigation.

McMillen says that Weaver’s death appears suspicious and an autopsy will be conducted.

KENNETT POLICE INVESTIGATING DEATH OF TEEN AT AREA CLUB

Authorities in Kennett are investigating the death of a teenager at an area country club.

According to the Kennett Police Department, officers received information on Saturday of a possible drowning that had occurred at the club during the early morning hours while the business was closed.

Officers learned during an investigation that a group of subjects had went to the business to go swimming which resulted in 19 year old Logan Cossey being taken to an area hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

Authorities say the death is under investigation and anyone with information is encouraged to call the Kennett Police Department at 573-888-4622.

POPLAR BLUFF WELCOMES NEW SUPERINTENDENT

The Poplar Bluff R-1 School District has a new superintendent.

Scott Dill took part in his first official day in the position on Friday.

Dill previously worked as superintendent of Houston Schools in Missouri, where he began as middle school principal. He was employed for a decade prior as a library media specialist at Macks Creek Schools in Central Missouri.

Dill takes over for the departing Chris Hon who had served as Poplar Bluff superintendent since 2010.

OVER TEN ARRESTS MADE DURING TASK FORCE IN POPLAR BLUFF

Poplar Bluff was the location of a Street Crimes Task Force Operation on Friday.

According to authorities, over 10 arrests were made during the operation.

The Task Force was made up of officers from multiple area agencies including the Poplar Bluff Police Department, the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and the Sikeston Department of Public Safety.

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO DRUG DISCOVERY IN CLAY COUNTY

A Kennett woman has been taken into custody after she reportedly got lost in Northeast Arkansas.

Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller tells us that deputies conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle early Sunday morning. During the stop, the driver, 48 year old Karen Jestus, told officers that she was lost.

Jestus was arrested after deputies were informed that she had a felony warrant out of Dunklin County. A search was conducted and authorities discovered multiple items, including prescription medication wrapped in a paper towel, several bags of a white powdery substance, and a burnt piece of foil.

Jestus was taken to the Clay County Detention Center on charges including possession of cocaine less than two grams, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, possession of a controlled substance without a prescription, and endangering the welfare of a minor.

A juvenile in the vehicle was turned over to DHS custody.

DONIPHAN MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES OVER THE WEEKEND

A Doniphan man is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest early Sunday morning.

According to the Highway Patrol, 21 year old Jason Lee was arrested in Butler County on felony charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, and possession of a controlled substance for hydrocodone and xanax.

Following the arrest, Lee was taken to the Butler County Jail on a 24 hour hold.

TWO ARRESTED IN STODDARD COUNTY ON METH CHARGE

Two men were taken into custody Monday evening in Stoddard County on a felony meth charge.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 55 year old Richard Hurd, of Advance, and 53 year old Terry Powell, of Poplar Bluff, were each arrested on felony charges of possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia shortly after 6 pm Monday.

Both men were held at the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office following their arrest.

POPLAR BLUFF FIREWORKS AND PARADE POSTPONED TO THIS WEEKEND

The possibility of rain over the weekend caused postponement of the 4th of July Parade and fireworks in Poplar Bluff.

Officials tell us that the Briggs and Stratton Fireworks Show will now be held at dusk Friday night at Ray Clinton Park.

The parade has been rescheduled for Saturday morning, beginning at 9 am.

Friday, July 1, 2016

POPLAR BLUFF FOURTH OF JULY PARADE TO BEGIN AT 9 AM MONDAY

A start time has been set for the Fourth of July parade on Monday in Poplar Bluff.

The parade is scheduled to begin at 9 am. There is no registration requirement to enter the parade, just be at the waterpark by 8 am.

The annual fireworks display will be held Monday night at Ray Clinton Park. The fireworks will begin at dusk.

FIREWORKS AND WATER FEST SET FOR THE HOLIDAY WEEKEND AT WAPPAPELLO LAKE

The Independence Day holiday weekend is shaping up to be a busy one for visitors to Wappapello Lake.

We spoke with Park Ranger Andrew Jefferson about some of the events that are planned for this weekend at the lake.

“On Saturday we're going to have the fireworks display will be held that evening around dusk. Also there's going to be arts and crafts, there will be magic shows at The Visitor Center.

All of these things are free to attend in addition just in case if there is inclement weather on Saturday evening. The fireworks display will be rescheduled, hopefully for that Sunday. And on Sunday we will be celebrating Ranger Willie's Wet and Wild Water Festival at the Redman Creek Beach.

This is our annual water safety campaign push that is set aside for all ages. We want families to come out to enjoy themselves as well as the children and Grandparents. It’s a family type event. Some of the activities will include tug-of-war, water balloon volley, sand castle and sand sculpture contest, intertube racing, PFD fashion show, as well as the infamous cardboard boat and building and racing contest.

So come on out this Sunday and enjoy Ranger Willie's Wet and Wild Water Festival at the Redman Creek Beach and guess what all of these events and activities for this holiday weekend are free to attend.”

For more information about the events, you can contact the Lake Project Office at 573-222-8562.

TWO ARRESTED IN WAYNE COUNTY ON METH CHARGE

Two people have been taken into custody in Wayne County on a meth charge.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 33 year old Joshua Taylor, of Greenville, and 26 year old Amanda Hinson, of Lodi, were each arrested shortly before 10 am Thursday for possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

Hinson is also facing a charge of tampering with evidence. Following their arrest, both were held in the Wayne County Jail.

THE WIZARD OF OZ TO BE SHOWN AT MOVIE IN THE PARK NIGHT

The Spillway Recreation area at Wappapello Lake will be converted to a movie theatre tonight as a part of the ongoing celebration of the 75th anniversary of the completion of Wappapello Reservoir and Dam.

We spoke with Park Ranger Andrew Jefferson about what attendees can expect at the free event tonight.

“This evening at dusk we're going to have what we call a movie in the park night. That's going to take place at the spillway Recreation Area.

It’s being done in partnership with Southern Missouri Bank as well as the Wappapello Lake Area Association. This event is still part of the celebration that we're doing for the 75th year anniversary.

We encourage everybody to come on out to the spillway Recreation Area bring your favorite lawn chair or a blanket. You will receive a free popcorn and soda.

The movie that will be showing will be Wizard of Oz so come on out enjoy yourself this evening cause we're really looking forward to this. Be safe, be careful, and remember always wear those life jackets while you’re on the lake. “

The Spillway Recreation area is located off of Highway T right before the dam.

GROUNDBREAKING HELD FOR NEW PEPSI MIDAMERICA FACILITY IN POPLAR BLUFF

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday for a new Pepsi MidAmerica Company facility in Poplar Bluff.

The new Pepsi-Cola Distribution Center will be located at 665 West Outer Road and Pepsi MidAmerica says that they will be investing several million dollars into the new facility as well as offering continued employment growth.

The Distribution Center is anticipated to be completed by late fall or early winter of this year.

SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR PETS DURING THE INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY

While fireworks are a great treat for many during the Fourth of July, your pets might not enjoy them as much as you do.

The Humane Society of Missouri says that the loud noises can cause dogs and cats to act out of character. A startled dog or cat may hide or try to escape the noise by digging under, chewing through or climbing over fences.

The Humane Society has released some tips for keeping your pet happy during the holiday.

Give your pet a quiet, cool place to retreat inside where sounds are less intense.

Keeping them inside will also protect them from stray fireworks. Their retreat could be a basement or an interior room like a bathroom with access to clean, cool water.

Thursday June 30, 2016

MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY STEALING CIGARETTES FROM AREA BUSINESSAuthorities in Poplar Bluff have taken a man into custody following a reported burglary at an area business Tuesday night.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, 36 year old Ray Allen Hall was arrested for 2nd degree burglary.

Hall allegedly told police that he had broken a window out at the business and taken two cigarette cartons.

UNDERCOVER INVESTIGATION LEADS TO LSD ARREST IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS A man has been taken into custody in Northeast Arkansas after he allegedly sold LSD to an informant.

Greene County Sheriff David Carter tells us that his department executed a search warrant Wednesday morning that resulted in the arrest of Jesse Redding without incident.

The warrant came after a lengthy undercover investigation where several controlled buys were made on the suspect using a confidential informant.

ROAD CLOSURE TO BEGIN TODAY IN CARTER COUNTY FOR PAVEMENT REPAIRS Route T in Carter County will be closed beginning today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

Route T will be closed from the Carter County line to Route 60, except for local traffic.

Work is scheduled to take place from 6 am to 5 pm daily through Thursday, July 7th.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF POPLAR BLUFF TO HOST LOCAL AND STATE LEGISLATORS TODAY Many of Southeast Missouri’s legislators at the local, state and federal level will be in Poplar Bluff today at the Boys and Girls Club.

Boys and Girls Club of Poplar Bluff Director Chris Rushin spoke with us about what the legislators can expect at today’s event.

CHRIS RUSHIN:

Later this morning we are going to be welcoming Congressman Jason Smith, we’ll have speaker Todd Richardson, Senator Doug Libla is also expected to be with us today and Representative Steve Cookson. It’s an opportunity for us to get out and show our legislators exactly what we do, the incredible work that our kids put in each and every day to combat summer learning loss. You know this is the longest summer vacation in Poplar Bluff R1 School’s history and whenever kids are out of school they have a chance to fall behind. So our kids everyday are working on math, they're working on science, engineering, arts, technology. Our saying for the summer is full steam ahead, so it's really a great day for our kids to show off in front of our legislators to be able to let them know and also our big supporters as well. You know, Boys & Girls Club started back in 1999 locally and the growth over the past 17 years has been absolutely phenomenal. Just as little as six years ago we were doing right around 150 to 180 kids a day in our after school program. Last day of school this year we did 415 kids. We are hopefully going to be expanding again one of these days to some of our neighboring communities, but it's also going to depend on the amount of support we get. We’re hoping that our results will speak for themselves. Seven out of 10 kids are either on the A or the B Honor Roll. In our summer learning program last year 77% of our kids either maintained or improved over the course of the summer. That means that whenever they hit that first day of school they hit the ground running. The teacher does not have to go back and reteach the things that they were back in April and May of the previous year.

Rushin would go on to say that the closed event will begin at 10 am this morning.

FIREWORKS SAFETY TIPS The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has released some fireworks safety tips to help keep you and your family safe this Fourth of July.

The CPSC advises parents to never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks and always have adult supervision when kids of any age are playing with fireworks, including sparklers.

Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully and keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap. Also, never point or throw fireworks at another person.

Poplar Bluff residents should remember that shooting fireworks inside the city is not permitted without a permit. A fireworks display will be held at Ray Clinton Park on the Fourth of July beginning at dusk.

BRIDGE REPAIRS CAUSE FOUR MONTH CLOSURE OF DUNKLIN COUNTY ROAD A Dunklin County road will be closed for four months due to a bridge repairs.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, Route P in Dunklin County is closed between County Road 537 and County Road 545 so contractor crews can replace the bridge with a box culvert.

The bridge is expected to reopen at 6 pm on Monday, October 31st.

Wednesday June 29, 2016

SIKESTON POLICE ASK FOR HELP IN LOCATING MISSING MANAuthorities in Sikeston are searching for a Kansas man who has been missing since Tuesday morning.

Captain James McMillen with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety tells us that police were contacted for a well being check Tuesday morning after staff at the Days Inn Hotel discovered that a man had not checked out on time and his property was still in the room.

The missing man has been identified as 66 year old Larry Weaver of Pittsburg, Kansas. Weaver had been traveling on his Black 2013 Harley Davidson Street Glide motorcycle, which is also missing.

McMillen says police are unsure if Mr. Weaver had some sort of medical event, an unobserved motorcycle wreck, or is possibly a victim of foul play.

Weaver is described as a white male, 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing 185 pounds. His motorcycle has Kansas license plates: “36A0Y” and hard saddle bags.

Anyone who has information on Weaver’s whereabouts is asked to contact Sikeston DPS at 573-471- 4711.

KENNETT MAN FACING CHARGES OF 1ST DEGREE MURDER A Kennett man is now facing upgraded charges in connection to an incident earlier this month.

According to Missouri Case Net, William Joshua Carter has been charged with two counts of 1st degree murder.

Carter allegedly purposely struck Aaron Campbell and Heather Hampton Carter with his vehicle on June 17th. Both victims died from injuries they received in the incident.

PAVEMENT REPAIRS UNDERWAY IN STODDARD COUNTY Pavement repairs are underway in Stoddard County.

Route AC in Stoddard County is being reduced to one lane so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform the repairs.

The work zone is located from Route 25 to County Road 237.

Weather permitting, work will take place through Thursday, July 7th from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

SEVENTEEN ARRESTS MADE DURING STREET CRIMES TASK FORCE Authorities from multiple area agencies participated in a Street Crimes Task Force last week in Sikeston and Charleston.

The project was held on June 24th to help address drug and gang activities. The Task Force included police from Poplar Bluff, Sikeston, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol, among other agencies.

In total there were 60 vehicle stops which led to 17 arrests and 39 citations issued. During the detail police also seized 12.5 grams of marijuana, five grams of methamphetamine, and miscellaneous methamphetamine paraphernalia.

CAMPBELL WOMAN ARRESTED ON METHAMPHETAMINE WARRANT A Campbell woman has been taken into custody on a warrant out of Dunklin County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 37 year old Rebekah Smith was arrested Tuesday evening in Wayne County on a warrant for possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Smith is also facing charges of possession of up to 35 grams of marijuana and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

DANCE CONTEST FILIMING TO BE HELD NEXT WEEK IN POPLAR BLUFF The Poplar Bluff community has been invited to participate in the filming of a dance video to try to win money for an area charity.

The Pink Glove Dance is a national video contest where healthcare entities and communities create 90 second videos and compete in an online voting contest.

The winner will receive $10,000 from Medline to donate to a cancer charity of their choosing. Poplar Bluff will be trying to win money for the United Cancer Assistance Network.

Community members are invited to join in on the filming of the video on Thursday, July 7th, from 6 to 8 pm at the Fred M. Morrow Stadium at the Poplar Bluff Jr. High School. Pink Gloves will be provided to attendees.

CREWS TO CLOSE WAYNE COUNTY ROAD FOR RAILROAD CROSSING REPAIRS Route 49 in Wayne County is closed today and tomorrow so railroad crews can perform railroad crossing repairs.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the section of roadway to be closed is located from County Road 421 to County Road 423.

Officials say that work will be performed from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

Tuesday June 28, 2016

HIGHWAY PATROL PREPARING FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND TRAFFIC With the Fourth of July weekend coming up, troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol are preparing for an increase in travelers on Missouri’s roadways.

Captain Jeffrey Vitale, commanding officer of Troop E in Poplar Bluff, tells KWOC News that on Friday and Monday Troop E officers will take part in an enforcement program in an effort to promote safety and to reduce the number of traffic crashes.

The program will have troopers assigned every 20 miles on Interstates 55 and 57, along with other selected secondary roads.

Vitale says the objective of the project is to place a trooper in close proximity of motorists who may need assistance and to aggressively enforce all traffic violations which may contribute to unsafe traveling conditions.

MEMPHIS MAN ARRESTED IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI ON MULTIPLE FELONY DRUG CHARGES Authorities in Southeast Missouri have arrested a Tennessee man on multiple felony drug charges.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38 year old Julian Steen, of Memphis, was taken into custody Monday afternoon on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance for oxycodone and xanax.

Steen is also facing charges of driving while suspended and speeding. Following the arrest, Steen was taken to the New Madrid County Jail on a 12 hour hold.

DATE SET FOR RIVER RADIO BLOOD DRIVE Areas residents will get a chance to save lives and get a Cardinals T-Shirt at the upcoming River Radio Blood Drive.

The blood drive has been scheduled for noon to 6 pm on Friday July 8th at the Sacred Heart Catholic School Gym in Poplar Bluff.

You can schedule an appointment at redcrossblood.org by using the sponsor code CARDS or by calling 1-800-733-2767.

Officials say that presenting donors will receive a St. Louis Cardinals T-Shirt while supplies last.

AREA SHERIFF TRYING TO FIND OWNERS OF STOLEN ITEMS A Southeast Missouri sheriff is attempting to find the owners of several stolen items that were recently recovered.

New Madrid County Sheriff Terry Stevens tells us that his department is currently working with the Stoddard County Sheriff's Department on several theft cases. A suspect in several thefts in both counties was recently arrested in Stoddard County.

During a search of the suspect’s vehicle, Stoddard County Deputies located several items which they believed to be stolen. Deputies were able to identify owners for most of the items; however, there are a few items where the owner could not be determined.

The items included a Lincoln ProCore 125 electric welder and a pink tote containing miscellaneous books, movies, and more.

Anyone who has information about the recovered items is asked to contact Sergeant Danny Ware at 573-748-2516.

NEW REGULATION PROHIBITS HUNTING OF FERAL HOGS ON CONSERVATION AREAS A new regulation was passed last week that would prohibit the hunting of feral hogs on conservation areas and other lands owned, leased, or managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

The regulation was approved Friday by the Missouri Conservation Commission as a part of changes to the Wildlife Code of Missouri.

The Missouri Department of Conservation says that research from other states shows that hog hunting increases feral hog numbers and locations because it provides incentives for illegal releases of hogs for future hunting. Releasing hogs to non-enclosed areas or to the wild is illegal in Missouri.

The effective date of the regulation change will be September 30th, and the new regulation prohibiting hog hunting on MDC areas does not apply to private property.

Potential penalties could include fines and the loss of hunting privileges.

CREWS CLOSING WAYNE COUNTY ROAD FOR RAILROAD REPAIRS Route 49 in Wayne County will be closed today and tomorrow so railroad crews can perform crossing repairs.

The section of roadway to be closed is located from the Mill Spring City Limits to Birch Street.

Weather permitting, work will be performed today and tomorrow from 6 am to 5 pm each day.

Monday June 27, 2016

BUTLER COUNTY CORONER SAYS HE HAS ASKED FOR GRAND JURY TO BE CONVENED IN CONNECTION TO DEATH OF HEAVENLY HAFFORDButler County Coroner Jim Akers tells KWOC news that he has asked the Butler County Prosecuting Attorney to convene a Grand Jury in connection to the death of 13 year old Heavenly Hafford last December.

Akers says that Hafford was hit by two separate vehicles during the incident:

JIM AKERS GRAND JURY 1:

On December 9th at about 7 p.m. my office was notified of a hit-and-run accident on PP Highway near Maud intersection. We learned that a 13 year old girl had been hit by two separate vehicles. Both drivers left the scene and the girl was pronounced by EMS at the scene. Through the course of this investigation by the Poplar Bluff city police and Missouri State Highway Patrol, the evening of the accident Mr. Sparks was located, along with his vehicle, and it was determined from evidence left at the scene and through their investigation that he was the operator and the owner of the first vehicle involved. Through the course of the investigation, about 10 days later they were able to determine that the owner of the second vehicle Mr. Ben Ressel and his vehicle were involved as a second vehicle in the case, and they were able to provide enough information to get probable cause statements and felt that there was enough probable cause for criminal charges of leaving the scene of an accident.

Akers says that he has asked Butler County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Barbour to convene a Grand Jury in connection to the investigation.

JIM AKERS GRAND JURY 2:

I have no decision-making process in prosecuting; however I am aware that a grand jury, like a Coroner's jury, can listen to facts. They would listen to the evidence and look at the Missouri laws and determine if there was enough evidence to formally charge Mr. Ressel with felony leaving the scene.

KWOC News contacted Barbour’s office; however his office has not responded as of this morning.

WOMAN WHO WAS SET ON FIRE BY HER EX-BOYFRIEND HAS PASSED AWAY Updating a story we brought to you last week, a Blytheville woman who was allegedly set on fire by her ex-boyfriend has died.

According to the Blytheville Police Department, 37 year old Martha George received significant burn injuries as the result of the alleged domestic incident on June 19th. Officials say that George passed away Friday afternoon from her injuries.

Police have arrested 24 year old Kordarro Woodard, also of Blytheville, on a charge of attempted murder. The Police Department says the charges against Woodard are being reviewed.

BOIL WATER ADVISORY ISSUED FOR PARTS OF STODDARD COUNTY A Boil Water advisory was issued for parts of Stoddard County over the weekend.

Water Operator Joe Pulliam tells KWOC News that Public Water District Number Three in Stoddard County is under the advisory due to a water main break.

Pulliam says the advisory in effect until further notice.

NAYLOR WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN HEAD ON COLLISION Two people were injured, one seriously, following a two vehicle wreck Saturday in Ripley County.

According to the authorities, the collision occurred on US 160 near Fairdealing. A vehicle driven by 47 year old Carla Wiley, of Naylor, reportedly began skidding, crossed the center line, and struck another vehicle head on.

Wiley received serious injuries in the wreck and was taken by ambulance to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. The driver of the second vehicle suffered minor injuries.

TWO POPLAR BLUFF MEN ARRESTED ON FELONY CHARGES OF RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY Two Poplar Bluff men are facing multiple charges in connection with their arrest over the weekend.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 36 year old Tommy Green and 35 year old Lester Knox, were each arrested at around 9:45 pm Saturday night on charges of receiving stolen property, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Knox is also facing charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and driving while suspended. Officials did not release if the two arrests were connected to each other.

AREA WOMAN FACING METH AND PARAPHERNALIA CHARGES Authorities have arrested an area woman in Wayne County on multiple felony charges.

According to the Highway Patrol, 34 year old Leslie Dering is facing felony charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia following her arrest Saturday night.

The Highway Patrol says that Dering also had a misdemeanor warrant from the Poplar Bluff Police Department.

MATTHEWS MAN ARRESTED ON BURGLARY WARRANT IN STODDARD COUNTY A Matthews man has been taken into custody on a burglary warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 29 year old Curtis Jerome Burleson Jr. was recently arrested on a warrant for 1st degree burglary and a probation violation.

Officials say the burglary warrant had a $10,000 cash bond.

Friday June 24, 2016

TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN WAYNE COUNTYA woman and a child were seriously injured last night in a single vehicle wreck.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a vehicle driven by 32 year old Amanda Avery, of St. Charles, ran off the side of County Road 552 in Wayne County and struck a tree. Avery and an eight year old child in the vehicle suffered serious injuries.

Avery was taken by Air Evac to Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. The eight year old child, along with three other children who received minor injuries, all were taken by ambulance to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

POPLAR BLUFF POLICE REMIND EVERYONE TO ENJOY SUMMER SAFELY Summer is in full swing and the Poplar Bluff Police Department is reminding everybody to enjoy their summer safely.

If you are planning on traveling this summer make sure your vehicle has been checked and is operating properly. Allow plenty of time for travel to and from your destination and remember to take an emergency kit with you.

While out swimming, make sure you are using a US Coast Guard approved life preserver where appropriate and never leave children unattended.

Also remember to stay aware of the summer heat conditions and stay hydrated and cool to avoid heat related injuries.

LIVE MUSIC AND CLASSIC CAR CRUISE TO BE HELD TONIGHT IN DONIPHAN A Classic Car Cruise has been scheduled for tonight in Doniphan.

The cruise, for cars from before 1980, will begin at 6 pm at Heritage Park in Downtown Doniphan. There will also be live music, an art walk, and concessions.

For more information about the car cruise, call 573-996-7772.

MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL JOINS NATIONWIDE WATER OPERATION The Missouri State Highway Patrol will be stepping up efforts this weekend to stop boaters from operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The Highway Patrol has announced their participation in Operation Dry Water, which sees marine law enforcement officers from across the country coordinating special patrols during the last weekend in June.

In 2015 troopers arrested a total of three people statewide for boating while intoxicated, contacted 543 vessels and 1,531 boaters, and issued 85 boating violation summonses and 588 warnings on Missouri waterways.

Marine operations troopers also issued 137 summonses for non-boating violations during the 2015 Operation Dry Water weekend.

WEIGHTED BLANKETS DONATED TO POPLAR BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR STUDENTS WITH AUTISM Over ten blankets have been donated to the Poplar Bluff School District for students with autism.

The Missouri Association for Family and Community Education donated 11 weighted blankets which will be distributed to the Early Childhood Center, Oak Grove and O’Neal elementary schools.

Volunteers from the organization hand-sewed the blankets, which are said to have therapeutic value for those with sensory disorders.

R-I Special Services Director Mindy Garrett tells us that the weighted blankets will be a huge help in keeping students in need focused and relaxed.

POPLAR BLUFF PARKS AND RECREATION TO PARTICIPATE IN WORLDS LARGEST SWIMMING LESSON Thousands of kids and families across the globe will be joining in for the 7th annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson in an effort to help save lives.

Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation will be participating as well with an event scheduled for 11 am at the R. W. Huntington Municipal Pool in Poplar Bluff.

Officials say the event is meant to help prevent drowning, which is the second leading cause of injury related death of children ages 1 to 14.

Thursday June 23, 2016

ELLSINORE MAN KILLED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECKAn Ellsinore man has died following a single vehicle wreck Wednesday afternoon.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 20 year old Brett Rinehart was ejected from his vehicle after it ran off of Route V in Carter County and overturned.

Rinehart, who was not wearing a safety device, was pronounced dead at the scene.

POPLAR BLUFF MAN FACING FELONY METH CHARGE A Poplar Bluff man is facing a felony meth charge following his arrest on Wednesday.

According to the Highway Patrol, 38 year old Cortez Jones was arrested on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.

Jones is also facing charges of unlawful use of drug paraphernalia, and possession of less than 35 grams of marijuana.

DEXTER TEEN ARRESTED ON STATUTORY SODOMY WARRANT A Dexter teenager has been taken into custody on a sodomy warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 18 year old Christopher Ammons was recently arrested on a warrant for 2nd degree statutory sodomy.

Ammons bond was set at $25,000 and he remained in jail as of this morning.

POPLAR BLUFF BOARD OF EDUCATION TO MEET THIS EVENING The Poplar Bluff R-1 Board of Education will be meeting for a regular session this evening.

Some items on the tentative agenda include the booster club annual report and a discussion on the 2016-2017 meal prices and food service guidelines and regulations.

The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7 pm in the Board of Education room at 1110 North Westwood Boulevard.

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR TODAY The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for all of southeast Missouri until 5 pm today.

Heat index values are expected to peak at around 105 degrees.

Everyone is reminded to not leave children or pets unattended in vehicles for any length of time. You should also make sure you have plenty of water for you, your family, and your pets.

Cooling centers are available in Poplar Bluff at the Butler County Health Department, the Poplar Bluff Public Library, and Northside Nutrition Center.

Cooling centers are also available at the Williamsville Senior Center, the Qulin Senior Center, and the Fisk Community Library.

The days and hours of operations for the cooling centers vary by location. More information is available online at ButlerCountyHealth.org.

WAYNE COUNTY WOMAN ARRESTED ON POSSESSION OF METH CHARGE Authorities have arrested a Wayne County woman on a methamphetamine charge.

According to authorities, 31 year old Ashley Skaggs is facing a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Other charges include possession of marijuana and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

PAVEMENT REPAIRS SCHEDULED FOR TODAY IN RIPLEY COUNTY Route C in Ripley County will be reduced to one lane today so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform a pavement overlay.

The section of roadway to be reduced is located from Route 160 to the Carter County line.

Weather permitting, work will take place today from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

TRACK STAR AND TENNIS TEAM NAMED POPLAR BLUFF ATHLETES OF THE MONTH A track star and the Poplar Bluff Mules boys tennis team have been named the Poplar Bluff High School Athletes of the month for May by the Mules Booster Club.

Incoming junior Kaylee Eakin is an All State athlete for the past two years, was named 2016 conference champion, and made the state champion team in 2015. Kaylee holds school records in the 4x100 and 4x200 relays, and the 800-meter run. In the classroom, she maintains a 10.5 GPA.

The Mules tennis team finished the season with a 13 and 3 record and won districts. Individually, Peyton Bradley and Eduardo Martinez took first in doubles, with Gregg Roberson and Ben Stewart being named runners up. Humza Siddiqui took runner up in singles.

The team also took first place at the Poplar Bluff and Farmington Invitationals.

Therapeutic blankets donated to students in need

The Missouri Association for Family and Community Education donated 11 weighted blankets on Thursday, June 16, to the Poplar Bluff School District for students with autism. Volunteers from the organization hand-sewed the blankets, which are said to have therapeutic value for those with sensory disorders. According to R-I Special Services ...read more

Source: Poplar Bluff Mules

Tuesday June 21, 2016

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO METH ARREST IN POPLAR BLUFFOver seven grams of meth was discovered during a traffic stop last week in Poplar Bluff.

We spoke with Sergeant Darren Moore with the Poplar Bluff Police Department about the stop.

Darren Moore:

On Friday evening at around 10:30 pm, Officer Billie Duckett conducted a traffic stop at the corner of Kentucky and Midland on a white Ford F-150 due to it having no taillights. Both the driver, Scott Markham and the passenger, Tammy Hall exited the vehicle as Officer Duckett approached. Both were directed to get back into the vehicle. Officer Robert Reed, who was assisting Officer Duckett observed a baggy of a white crystal substance lying on the ground below the passenger door.

Markham was placed under arrest for outstanding warrants through Carter County and the Poplar Bluff Municipal Court. Hall was placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Substance. The baggie of a white crystal substance field test positive for Methamphetamine and weighed 7.2 grams.

Moore would go on to say that both Markham and Hall were lodged in the Butler County Justice Center.

MAN FACING CHARGE OF ATTEMPTED MURDER AFTER ALLEGEDLY SETTING EX-GIRLFRIEND ON FIRE Authorities in Blytheville have arrested a man on an attempted murder charge after he allegedly set his ex-girlfriend on fire.

According to authorities, 25 year old Kordarro Woodard is facing charges including attempted murder and domestic battery.

The victim, 37 year old Martha George, suffered burns to her upper and lower body and was taken to a Memphis hospital where she was in critical condition.

WAYNE COUNTY OFFICIALS INVESTIGATING THEFT IN WAPPAPELLO Officials in Wayne County are seeking the public’s help in finding information about a theft in the Wappapello area.

According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, the theft occurred at around 7 am Sunday in the Beverly Drive area. The items taken included a LG 6000 BTU air conditioner and a Troy Built power washer.

Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department.

MAN FACING CHARGES OF 2ND DEGREE MURDER IN CONNECTION TO INCIDENT WHERE TWO PEOPLE WERE KILLED IN KENNETT Updating a story we brought to you yesterday, a man has been charged in connection to an incident where two people were killed last week in Kennett.

According to the Kennett Police Department, a male driver allegedly purposely struck a female and another male who were standing outside of the female’s vehicle on Friday.

The two victims, Aaron Campbell and Heather Hampton Carter, have died from injuries they received during the incident.

Authorities have charged 25 year old William Joshua Carter with two counts of second degree murder.

DEXTER MAN ARRESTED ON METH CHARGES MONDAY NIGHT A Dexter man is facing multiple drug related charges stemming from him arrest Monday night.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 26 year old Tyler Hardin is facing charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine, possession of methamphetamine inside a county jail, driving while intoxicated – drugs, and possession of paraphernalia.

Officials say Hardin was arrested shortly after 10 pm Monday night in Stoddard County.

FRAUD CALLER CLAIMING TO REPRESENT LOCAL UTILITY COMPANY Area residents are being warned of somebody who is calling people and claiming to represent a local utility company.

David Sutton with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tells us that the caller is telling intended victims that they owed money to a utility company, and that their electrical service would be disconnected if they did not pay immediately.

The caller then instructs the victim to go to K-Mart, purchase a gift card, and call another number to make a payment.

Sutton says that unsolicited calls seeking money should be regarded as suspicious. Anyone who receives such a call is encouraged to hang up immediately.

RIPLEY COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED TOMORROW FOR PAVEMENT REPAIRS A Ripley County road will be closed beginning tomorrow so crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation can perform pavement repairs.

Route M in Ripley County will be closed tomorrow and Thursday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm each day.

The work zone will be located from Route 160 to the end of state maintenance.

Friday June 17, 2016

BROSELEY WOMAN ALLEGEDLY ATTACKED BOYFRIEND WITH BROKEN BEER BOTTLEA Broseley woman is in custody after she reportedly attacked her boyfriend with a broken beer bottle.

We spoke with Investigator Wess Popp with the Butler County Sheriff’s Department about the arrest.

WESS POPP:

On June 14 at about 11:30 that evening, officers were dispatched to a residence in Fisk involving a domestic in progress. Officers arrived and made contact with Robert Pennell, who stated his girlfriend Pamela Hillis, had been at the residence causing a disturbance, and prior to officers arriving she had left. Officers had taken a statement from Pennell, and had left the residence in an attempt to locate Hillis, when they had left she had returned, upset with Pennell with calling law enforcement to begin with, she entered into his residence and went to the refrigerator grabbed a beer, broke the beer bottle, and attempted to stab Mr. Pennell. Mr. Pennell received some scratch marks on his neck, he was able to relief Ms. Hillis of the broken beer bottle, when he did that she then grabbed a kitchen knife and attempted to stab him, once again Mr. Pennell was to get the knife away from her, and she departed as Mr. Pennell called the sheriff’s office. Officers arrived, and of course she was gone officers then went and searched for her again as was able to locate her and arrest her.

Popp would go to say that Pamela Hillis was charged with assault 2nd and armed criminal action.

POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN ARRESTED ON DISTRIBUTION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE NEAR SCHOOL WARRANT A Poplar Bluff woman has been taken into custody on a controlled substance warrant.

According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Department, 22 year old Amanda Wells was arrested on a warrant for distribution of controlled substance near a school.

The Sheriff’s Department says Wells was booked and later released on $100,000 bond.

TWO CHILDREN FLOWN TO CHILDRENS HOSPITAL IN MEMPHIS FOLLOWING WRECK IN BUTLER COUNTY Two children were seriously injured in a UTV wreck Thursday morning in Butler County.

According to authorities, 61 year old Mikel Crawford was crossing Highway 51 in his UTV, when it was struck by another vehicle. Two children ages 7 and 5 were injured during the wreck and were air flown to a Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN with serious injuries.

Both, Crawford and the driver of the second vehicle were taken to a Poplar Bluff hospital with moderate injuries.

POPLAR BLUFF RESIDENTS REMINDED TO PROTECT THEIR PETS DURING HOT SUMMER MONTHS The Poplar Bluff Police Department is reminding area residents to take steps to protect their pets during the hot summer months.

Some of the guidelines posted on the Police Department’s Facebook page include:

1. Never leave your pet in a parked car. Even with the window cracked, temperatures inside the car quickly rise to dangerous levels.

2. Don't exercise with your pet when it's too hot.

3. Don't take your pet to crowded events.

4. Supervise your pet around pools or natural bodies of water; especially the river.

5. Give your pet access to shade and plenty of water.

LAKE WAPAPPELLO TO CELEBRATE 75 YEARS THIS SATURDAY WITH MULTIPLE EVENTS

This Saturday, Wappapello Lake will be celebrating 75 Years with keynote speakers and events.

We spoke with Park Ranger Andrew Jefferson with the US Army Corps of Engineers about the event.

ANDREW JEFFERSON:

This Saturday we will be celebrating Wappapello Lake’s 75th year Anniversary at the Redman Creek area, this has been a long time in the making and finally this day is arriving, so we are encouraging everybody to come on out to the Redman Recreation area, arrive early between 8-9 AM because the activities will kickoff at 10 AM. We’re looking at the dedication from 10-Noon, that will involve the Poplar Bluff JROTC presenting the colors there will be performances by Michael Starnes and also Dot Tankersley who are affiliated with Three Rivers Theatrical Club, plus there be square dancing and clogging as well. There will speakers providing comments from 10-Noon. Later on that afternoon we encourage folks to come out and bring your favorite lawn chairs and enjoy the monster trucks, The Raminator and The Ramunition provided by Larry Hillis Dodge. These vehicles will be at the Redman Creek Recreation Area, they will allow the public to ride in the back of one of them, they will climb up the ladder sit down, buckle up, and get an opportunity to ride around the parking lot. Now the other truck will is actually going to smash cars, so it’s going be something to see were excited about this come on out, it’s family oriented this is number 12 out of 22 special events for the year, come on out and help us celebrate 75 years strong.

Jefferson would add this event is free and if you have any questions please call the Corps of Engineers at 573-222-8562.

BEEKEEPING CLASS SET FOR THIS WEEKEND Anyone who wants to find out more information about beekeeping will get the opportunity this weekend in Reynolds County.

The Reynolds County Extension will be hosting a Basic Beekeeping for Beginners program on Saturday from 9 am to noon at the Centerville Extension Education Building. Officials say this is the first class in becoming a master beekeeper.

For more information, or to register for the class, call 573-648-1035.

Thursday June 16, 2016

POPLAR BLUFF MAN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY ON METH CHARGESA Poplar Bluff man is facing a methamphetamine charge in connection to his arrest early Wednesday morning.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, 28 year old Clifford Brooks, of Poplar Bluff, was arrested on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine. Brooks is also facing a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia.

Following the arrest, Brooks was taken to the Butler County Justice Center.

EIGHTY THREE TICKETS ISSUED DURING DEXTER CLICK IT OR TICKET MOBILIZATION The Dexter Police Department has announced the results of a seat belt mobilization effort that was held earlier this month.

The Click it or Ticket mobilization was held from May 25 until June 5 and resulted in Dexter Police ticketing forty-one motorists for not wearing seat belts.

Forty-two additional citations were issued during the enforcement effort for other traffic violations.

As a part of the mobilization, officers also conducted a safety checkpoint where seatbelt pamphlets were passed out to motorists reminding them of the importance of seatbelts.

DATE SET FOR 16TH ANNUAL SCHOOL READINESS EVENT The South Central Missouri Community Action Agency has announced the date for the 16th Annual School Readiness Event.

The event will be held on August 18th at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff.

The event, previously known as the Back to School Fair, is an annual event targeting children of low income families in Butler County. During the event, various vendors provide free services to low-income children returning to school.

Services include health screenings, safety and health information, fingerprinting, and educational information for parents. The SCMCAA also provides free school supplies to all children in attendance.

For more information, call the SCMCAA at 573-785-4727.

WILLIAMSVILLE WOMAN FACES METH AND MARIJUANA CHARGES IN BUTLER COUNTY A Williamsville woman is facing multiple charges in connection to her arrest Tuesday evening in Butler County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 43 year old Crystal Shouse was arrested on charges of possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

Following the arrest, Shouse was transported to the Butler County Justice Center.

DONIPHAN WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK A Doniphan woman was injured early Wednesday morning following a single vehicle wreck on US 160 in Ripley County.

According to authorities, a vehicle driven by 30 year old Autumn Reece, drove off the side of the roadway and struck a utility pole.

Reece was taken by EMS to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, with moderate injuries.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHEDULED FOR NEXT WEEEK IN REYNOLDS COUNTY Area job seekers will get the opportunity to learn some needed skills next week.

The Reynolds County Extension will be hosting a Workforce Development program on Wednesday, June 22nd from 9:30 am to noon at the Centerville Extension Education Building.

Attendees will learn successful job hunting and interview skills and have the opportunity to have a personal consultation to work on your resume, career path, or mock interview.

For more information, or to register for the class, call 573-648-1035.

PAVEMENT REPAIRS TO BEGIN TODAY IN DUNKLIN COUNTY Route Y in Dunklin County will be reduced to one lane beginning today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

The section of roadway to be reduced is located between Route 412 and Route 164.

Weather permitting, work will take place today through Thursday, June 23rd from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

Wednesday June 15, 2016

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED ON NUMEROUS FELONY CHARGESA Poplar Bluff man is in custody after being arrested on numerous felony charges.

We spoke with Sgt. Darron Moore with the Poplar Bluff Police Department about the arrest.

DARRON MOORE:

On Monday evening, officers were contacted at the front desk at the Poplar Bluff Police Department by the victim, Brian Watson in reference to an incident involving a gun. Watson accused his ex-wife’s boyfriend, Bobby Brown of pointing a handgun at him and threatening to kill him. According to Watson, Brown became angry after he refused to tell him where he was taking his son swimming. He said after he refused to tell Brown where they were going swimming, Brown followed them in his vehicle and reached speeds up to 85 MPH during the incident. Watson said the entire incident happened in the presence of his 8 year old son. Bobby Brown was contacted at his residence in the 2000 block of Highway B and placed under arrest on charges of assault 2nd, 1st degree endangering the welfare of a child, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon.

Brown was then booked and lodged in the Butler County Justice Center.

POPLAR BLUFF MAN FACING METHAMPHETAMINE CHARGE A Poplar Bluff man is facing a methamphetamine charge following his arrest early Monday morning.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, 29 year old Joseph Taylor was arrested shortly after 4 AM on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine. Taylor is also charged with unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

Taylor was held in the Butler County Jail following the arrest.

BUTLER COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS AND SCHOOL PERSONNEL METTING SECHEDULED FOR TODAY Retired Teachers and School Personnel in Butler County will be having a meeting today at 10 am in the Altrusa Room at Twin Towers.

The meeting will feature the latest news about the retirement system along with Barbara Dalton and Janet Leach sharing books they have written about the history of the area.

All retired teachers and school staff are encouraged to attend.

HEAT AND HUMIDITY ALONG WITH SEVERE STORMS POSSIBLE THIS AFTERNOON Heat and humidity are expected over the next couple of days across Southeast Missouri with the chance of severe thunderstorms.

We spoke with Rick Shanklin, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Paducah, about the heat and humidity along the chance of severe weather.

RICK SHANKLIN:

We’re expecting high temperatures today in the mid 90’s and really then again Thursday, perhaps even a couple of degrees warmer on Thursday, then today and you combined that with the humidity across the region really almost oppressive levels, that going to shoot heat indices up around 100 to 105 today and again on Thursday, and that’s just the level that can really begin to cause problems if we don’t do certain safety measures like drinking plenty of fluids, taking plenty of breaks from work through the course of the day, wear light weight to light colored clothing, that’s another very important thing, and in general try to stay cooler. However with the heat and humidity we are going to have across our region today, it’s going to actually help fuel thunderstorms activity in our region and it may be a little more enhanced than some of the other days this week given the fact we have a front inching a bit closer towards the region of those two factors will probably give us a little more coverage but also possibly some more intensity in the thunderstorms, and that’s why we have a slight risk for severe thunderstorms forecast across the region for today. The afternoon hours into the evening probably are going to be the most favorable time as the heats builds throughout the course of the day and also as the front gets a little bit closer.

Shanklin would go on to add by the upcoming weekend, we will see cooler temperatures and lower humidity.

DEXTER MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK A Dexter man was injured early Tuesday morning following a single vehicle wreck on Route FF in Stoddard County.

According to authorities, a vehicle driven by 31 year old Justin Wilson drove off the side of the roadway and overturned.

Wilson was taken by EMS to St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, with serious injuries.

Tuesday June 14, 2016

BODY RECOVERED FROM A POND NEAR FISK IDENTIFIED AS MISSING PUXICO MAN  

Continuing to follow a story we brought you yesterday, authorities have identified the body that was recovered from a pond near Fisk.

According to Stoddard County Deputy Coroner Aaron Mathis, the body has been identified as 50 year Timothy Harbin, of Puxico. On Friday, authorities responded to the intersection of US 60 and US 51 for a vehicle submerged in water.

Officials say an autopsy was performed on Sunday, and there were no obvious signs of foul play. Timothy Harbin had been missing since April 5.

TWO ARRESTED IN POPLAR BLUFF AFTER PURSUIT ON MOPE HEAD Officials say two people have been taken into custody in Poplar Bluff following a pursuit over the weekend.

We spoke with Sgt. Darron Moore with the Poplar Bluff Police Department about the arrests.

DARRON MOORE:

On Saturday evening around 6:30 Officer Billie Duckett attempted to stop a black moped for a traffic violation on Dewey Street near Vincent. The driver who Officer Duckett recognized as Thomas Sodermann handed a female passenger something and eventually stopped at the corner of Ashcroft and WW Highway. As Officer Duckett approached the moped Sondermann drove away. He continued to drive in an erratic manner on several streets across the south end of Poplar Bluff committing numerous traffic violations as he fled. Sondermann eventually drove across Highway 53 and onto County Road 309 reaching speeds of 62 MPH. He continued across various county roads before getting the moped stuck in a ditch on County Road 316. Both Sondermann and his passenger Alexa Ramos ran across a field and both were apprehended after a short foot pursuit. During the booking process drug paraphernalia was located in the backpack belonging to Ramos. Alexa Ramos was arrested on charges of resisting arrest and possession of drug paraphernalia. Thomas Sondermann was arrested on charges of resisting arrest, possession of drug paraphernalia, and various traffic violations.

Both Sondermann and Ramos were lodged in the Butler County Justice Center.

ONE DEAD FOLLOWING SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN DUNKLIN COUNTY One man is dead in connection to a single vehicle wreck Monday morning in Dunklin County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the wreck occurred on US Highway 412, two miles north of Cardwell. A vehicle driven by 56 year old Mark Higgins, of Cardwell, ran off the side of the road and overturned.

Higgins was pronounced dead at the scene by Dunklin County Coroner James Powell.

TWO MEN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY ON METH CHARGES IN BUTLER COUNTY Two men are facing a methamphetamine charges in connection to their arrest Friday evening in Butler County.

According to Sheriff Mark Dobbs, 40 year old Christopher Brown, of Poplar Bluff, and 29 year old Daniel Hinton, of Doniphan, were arrested on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine. Both are also facing a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia.

Following the arrest, both Brown and Hinton were taken to the Butler County Justice Center.

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED ON A HEROIN CHARGE OVER THE WEEKEND Authorities arrested a Poplar Bluff man over the weekend on a felony drug charge.

According to authorities, 19 year old Zachwrie Parr was taken into custody Saturday afternoon in Poplar Bluff on a felony charge of possession of heroin.

Following the arrest, he was taken to the Butler County jail on a 24 hour hold.

TWO CORNING RESIDENTS ARE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK Two Corning residents were injured Sunday morning following a single vehicle wreck on US 67 in Butler County.

According to authorities, a vehicle driven by 53 year old Tommy Aden struck a guardrail, overturned, and then caught fire. A passenger, 51 year old Regina Aden was also injured in the wreck.

Tommy Aden was air lifted to a Cape Girardeau hospital with serious injuries and Regina Aden was taken to a Poplar Bluff hospital with moderate injuries.

Monday June 13, 2016

BODY RECOVERED FROM A POND ON THE BUTLER/STODDARD COUNTY LINEAuthorities have recovered a body from a pond on the Butler/Stoddard County line.

According to Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs, a body and a vehicle was recovered on Friday evening at approximately 7 PM. The pond is located near the intersection of Highway 60 and Highway 51. Sheriff Dobbs would go on to add there is a “strong possibility” the body recovered is that of 50 year old Timothy Harbin. Harbin has been missing for about 2 months.

Authorities add they cannot confirm the man’s identity until an autopsy is complete. Stay with us and we will bring you more information on this story as it becomes available.

PEDESTRIAN STRUCK AND KILLED ON US 60 IN STODDARD COUNTY A pedestrian was struck and killed over the weekend near Dexter.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell us that 42 year old Jason McCollom, of Sikeston, was walking in the driving lane of US 60 around midnight Friday night when he was hit by a vehicle. McCollum was later pronounced dead at the scene.

A passenger in the vehicle suffered minor injuries and was taken to a Dexter hospital.

ROUTE M IN RIPLEY COUNTY TO BE CLOSED TODAY AND TOMORROW Route M in Ripley County will be closed so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform a pavement overlay.

Work is scheduled to take place today and tomorrow from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day, weather permitting.

During the repairs, Route M will be open to local traffic only from Route 160 to County Road M-3 South.

DEXTER MAN FACING METH AND MARIJUANA CHARGES OUT OF BUTLER COUNTY A Dexter woman is facing multiple charges in connection to her arrest early Sunday morning in Butler County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 30 year old Amber Medlin was arrested on charges of possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

Following the arrest, Medlin was transported to the Butler County Justice Center.

ONE DEAD FOLLOWING SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN NEW MADRID COUNTY One man is dead in connection to a single vehicle wreck Saturday morning in New Madrid County.

According to authorities, the wreck occurred on Levee Road 976, west of New Madrid. A vehicle driven by 67 year old Ronnie Nance, of Monette, Arkansas, ran off the side of the road and overturned.

Nance was pronounced dead at the scene.

PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT TO BEGIN TODAY IN STODDARD COUNTY Route ZZ in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane through next week while Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

The work zone is located from US 60 to Route H.

Weather permitting, work will take place from 6 am to 5 pm daily through Wednesday, June 22nd.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

ROYALS DRAFT KAMERON MISNER IN THE 33RD ROUND Defending World Champions Kansas City Royals have drafted the recent Poplar Bluff graduate Kameron Misner as the 1,003rd overall pick Saturday in the Major League Baseball draft.

Misner will now have a decision to make, he signed earlier this year to play for the University of Missouri. Poplar Bluff Baseball Coach Steve Edwards tells KWOC News “whichever way he goes he’s going to have millions of Misner’s fans supporting him either way.”

Misner was also named a finalist for Semoball Baseball Player of the Year. In three high school seasons he played in over 71 games batted .400, 10 home runs, had 83 hits, and had 58 RBI’s. On the mound, Misner had a 1.71 career ERA.

Friday, June 10, 2016

TWO SOUGHT IN CONNECTION TO BODY FOUND IN BLYTHEVILLE

Two suspects are being sought in connection to a body found earlier this week at a home in Blytheville.

According to authorities, 27 year old Yuri McKeever was found dead Wednesday morning.

Police are looking for 24 year old Michael Jackson and 21 year old Michael King. Officials say that the two men are being considered armed and extremely dangerous.

Anyone who has information on the location of Jackson or King can contact the Blytheville Police Department at 870-763-4411.

MAN ARRESTED IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS ON SEXUAL ASSAULT CHARGE

A man has been taken into custody in Northeast Arkansas on a sexual assault charge.

According to Greene County Sheriff David Carter, Christopher Angelina has been arrested by the Greene County Criminal Investigation Division for sexual assault 4th degree.

Carter says Angelina is in custody awaiting his court date on June 29th.

DEXTER MAN ARRESTED ON ASSAULT AND ARMED CRIMINAL ACTION WARRANT

Stoddard County authorities say a Dexter man has been taken into custody on an assault warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 33 year old Ryan Blake Jones was recently arrested on a warrant for 2nd degree assault and armed criminal action.

Jones bond was set at $35,000 cash and authorities say he remained in jail as of Friday morning.

POPLAR BLUFF KIWANIS CLUB WINS $25,000 FOR NEW PLAYGROUND

An area agency has won $25,000 for a new playground.

The Kiwanis Club of Poplar Bluff was chosen from a group of 40 organizations for the money which will go to build and install an all inclusive playground.

Officials say the playground will be built at Kiwanis Bacon Memorial Park next year.

BOIL WATER ADVISORY LIFTED FOR NAYLOR

A Boil Water advisory for the city of Naylor is now over.

The initial advisory was issued on June 2nd due to a busted water main.

City officials tell us that the advisory was then lifted on Thursday.

ARKANSAS MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN DIRT BIKE WRECK NEAR POPLAR BLUFF An Arkansas man was injured late last night in a dirt bike wreck near Poplar Bluff.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell us that 37 year old James Smith, of Pollard, Arkansas, was riding a dirt bike on County Road 450 in Butler County when the bike travelled off the roadway and struck a rock.

Smith, who was reportedly not wearing a safety device, was taken by ambulance to the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center with serious injuries.

2nd ANNUAL OUTDOORSMEN WITH A MISSION FIVE STAND SKEET SHOOT SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEKEND

The second annual Outdoorsmen with a Mission Five Stand Skeet Shoot has been scheduled for this weekend.

The event will be held from 7:30 am to 4 pm Saturday at Black River Ranch in Poplar Bluff. Concessions and a bake sale will also be available at the event.

Organizers say 100 percent of the proceeds will go to benefit Matt Deaton and his family. Deaton was diagnosed with kidney disease at the age of four. Due to the severity of his kidney disease, Deaton is not eligible for a transplant and has been on dialysis for a year.

To sign up for the shoot, contact Aaron Aden at 573-429-3195.

Three Rivers College Dean List

Three Rivers College has released the Dean’s List for 2016 Spring Semester.

The list is for students who take 12 or more credit hours and achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or above. Dean’s List honors are also used at graduation to help determine eligibility for honors or highest honors.

We have a link to the full list of students who made the list available on the KWOC Facebook page.

Bollinger County

Glen Allen

Jennifer E. Cook

Marble Hill

Darian E. Sloan

Sturdivant

Amy M. McCutchen, Darlene M. Nilsen

 Zalma

Evan E. Hovis, Courtney N. King, Michelle M. Rohan

Boone County

Columbia

Milena C. Coolbaugh

Butler County

Broseley

Thomas G. Crites, James H. Johnson, Nancy L. Johnson

Fisk

Christopher D. Gonzalez

Harviell

Dylan J. Bunch, Noemi G. Piedrasanta Diaz, Susan Silkwood, Ryan J. Vincent, Holly A. Walters

Neelyville

Brittana R. Eagle, Tiffany D. Pirc

Poplar Bluff

Christina L. Aguilar, Bailey M. Alford, Briar A. Alford, Melanie K. Anthony, Lindsey F. Babcock, Patricia D. Bailey, Stephanie N. Ballard, Cole M. Bearden, Betty J. Belmar, Haley L. Bettuo, William L. Bowling, Richard L. Boyd, Justin A. Brown, Hailey S. Burdin, Mackenzie E. Burgelin, Holly L. Butler, Alexus B. Calhoun, Clayton S. Carpenter, Sommer L. Carpenter, Dylan W. Causbie, Kimberly L. Cawley, Judy R. Chaffin, Larry J. Clements, CeAnn N. Clubb, Hannah M. Cochran, Maci M. Coleman, Alisha M. Coonce, Makayla L. Cooper, Jason M. Courtney, Elizabeth N. Crow, Miranda L. Deaton, Tristan T. Dock, Frances M. Dunivan, Jacob K. Dunlap, Olivia A. England, Joseph R. Eyler, Brittany D. Fain, Makayla F. Flieg, Jessica D. Foust, Andrew N. Foutes, Amber N. Fowler, Hudson J. Francis, Justas Furmanavicius, Parker J. Gaffney, Amy B. Gallamore, Tonya S. Gallamore, Samantha E. Gatewood, Jennifer M. Gibbs, Johnathan J. Gill, Ethan R. Glick, Daniel E. Gray, Brittany N. Hall, Cassie L. Hardesty, Mariah N. Hatch, Emily R. Hefner, Melissa D. Herbst Brown, Kathleen M. Hesse, Nikkia C. Hickman, Zakia M. Hickman, Joseph L. Hill, Miranda A. Huddleston, Hunter R. Hudson, KeAundriea S. Hughes, Derrick M. Innes, Paul V. Jarrell, Danielle N. Johnson, Jason B. Kauffman, Kristen N. Kauffman, Arielle E. Kelly, Hayden G. Lawson, Miranda N. Leach, Alex R. Lewis, Daniel R. Lorentz, Ashley E. Lutton, Christopher J. Lyscas, Xizhi Ma, Jennifer R. Maize, Sophia E. Marino, Ann W. Mati, Mara N. McClintock, Faith S. McDonald, Tony J. McMeans, Madison S. Miller, Chance A. Moore, Sinora A. Murphey, Angela D. Panici, Daniel E. Parks, Mallory A. Pierce, Charles L. Raulston, Esther L. Ray, Sarah B. Ray, Eric J. Richardson, Mallory A. Robertson, Garrett R. Ross, Teresa D. Rowe, Becky S. Rush, Nicolette A. Salamone, Jessica D. Sandlin, Clarence P. Sarabia, Christian A. Scott, Ryan S. Shaw, Meghan E. Shepard, Shane E. Slone, Audrey C. Smith, Melissa D. Speers, Luke A. Steil, Autumn E. Strickland, Morgan E. Stricklin, Nathan J. Taurone, Ashley V. Taylor, Joyce E. Teasley, Milagros Y. Tenorio-Hernandez, Samantha M. Thurner, Rebekah L. Till, Alexis C. Tipton, Selena Torres, Tyler C. Travers, Rachel C. Turner, Zachary A. Vincent, Ursula A. Walker, Emily M. Walls, Kathie L. Weidig, David L. Wendler, Lauren H. White, Brianna M. Williams, Terri L. Wiseley, Marsha A. Woolard

Qulin

Lauren A. Averell, Taryn J. Carlton, Carl L. Craft, Jacklyn E. Eagle, Danasty M. Lewis, Shea L. Shelton, Kevin K. Warren

Cape Girardeau County

Cape Girardeau

Kamille H. Beckett, Maggie E. Bohnert, Nicholas S. Brown, Brandon S. Drury, Kaileigh J. Huckabee, Ceola A. Lucas, Whitney L. Nations, Brittani A. Nicholson, Kayla J. Scurlock, Kathy J. Wall, Zackary S. Willeford, Vanessa A. Rutherford, Tyler M. Baker, John D. Kiefer, Cassandra M. Morris, Krystin P. Ruch

Jackson

Christain E. Baker, Brandy N. Bruce, Mikayla F. Carr, Madison G. Eckley, Crystal D. Griggs, Taylor R. Henson, Dylan C. Hill, Hannah L. Lewis, Cody L. Long, Jessica B. Parks, Tabatha M. Piwowarczyk, Whitten D. Stoverink

Millersville

Stoverink, Whitten D

Carter County

Ellington

Watkins, Johnathan J

Ellsinore

Ashley M. Albright, Jaime E. Bell, Elizabeth L. Bequette, Michael W. Burgin, Brenna K. Fordham, Tara D. Garrett, Sabrina S. Lambert, Kayla D. Martin, Carly D. Stucker, Mindy K. Walker, Zachary R. Webb

Grandin

Aaron G. Ellis, Danika S. Emery

Van Buren

Tiffani L. Clark, Samantha N. Crafton, Tristan R. Hollis, Chase N. Johnson, James B. Kelley, Cora A. Luse, Madeleine R. McSpadden, Tiffany D. Smith, Jessica D. Strenfel, Zachary T. VanWagner

Crawford County

Cuba

Koppelmann, Baily C

Dunklin County

Campbell

Bryan A. Forbes, Britney T. Green, Aelicia K. Greene, Kaitlynn P. Holloway, Nichole M. Knotts, Mallory C. McDaniel, Courtney N. Peters, Kalyn J. Rice-Hightower

Cardwell

Ellington, Logann C

Clarkton

Dawn M. Evans, Kristie R. Evans, Ryan B. Reeves, Billie Jean Stallings, Jerry W. Wellington

Holcomb

Cameron P. Clark, Katherine S. Thrasher

Hornersville

Kenna L. Crawford, Jason L. Miller, Lanta S. Phillips

Kennett

Stella M. Allen, Katrie S. Christopher, Cori N. Eller, Corey M. Foster, Matthew C. Foster, Emily A. Guthrie, Angel N. Hollywood, Chris S. Jarboe, Christina L. Mitchell, Jharon T. Myles, Kimberly A. Ragsdale, Rachel L. Ross, Amanda R. Statler, Taryn K. Trowbridge, Sha’daiquiri L. Williams

Malden

Hunter P. Blake, Dakota M. Earnheart, Maricela C. Leal, Guadalupe Ruiz, Haley R. Thacker

Senath

Luisana J. Reyes

Franklin County

Sullivan

Samuel K. Kraus

Howell County

Mountain View

Michael C. Lyons, Jedadiah J. York

Willow Springs

Ruben C. McCormick

Iron County

Annapolis

Haley M. Sutton

Mississippi County

Bertrand

Stephanie D. Addis, Jessica E. Mercer

Charleston

Marissa J. Crawford, RosieEather J. Dixon, Janie M. Jones, Shardonney N. Perkins

East Prairie

Marti L. Polinski, Kris L. Russell

New Madrid County

Canalou

Jessica M. Southard

Gideon

Darian M. Muse

Lilbourn

Jasmikia R. Davis, Lindsay M. Harralston, Steven A. Stovall

New Madrid

Logan S. Dawson, Patience N. Freeland, Alexa D. Garner

Parma

Jasmin K. Morgan

Portageville

Caleb A. Booker, Tia N. Garmon, Maura E. Kellams, Taryn J. Kingsbury, Natalie N. Noble

Oregon County

Thayer

Robert A. Gray

Pemiscot County

Bragg City

Jodie L. Barnes, Lindsey B. Davis

Caruthersville

Ryan J. McDaniel, Chelsey O. Watkins

Cooter

Evert C. Evans

Hayti

Jennifer R. Brown, Lakishia L. Macklin

Steele

Jeri K. Battles

Reynolds County

Ellington

Bonifacia Beltran-Chuquichambi, Brandy L. Huffman, Abigail L. Sensabaugh, Nathaniel E. Todd

Redford

Misty-Love Lopez

Ripley County

Doniphan

Ashley M. Bass, Tonja E. Boxx, Demi J. Brasser, Rebecca J. Cato, Pamela R. Collins, Tristen L. Crain, Shaylee D. Ficke, Kristen N. Flanigan, Jessica A. Gregory, Hattie J. Harding, Justin W. Henson, Shawn P. Huffman, Diana L. Littrell, Ernest A. Matthews, Donald S. Phillips, Carson T. Priddle, Maria A. Ruble, Justin M. Shelton, Linda D. Sisco, Summer R. Sitze, Madalyn D. Smith, Josephine N. Tallent, Logan A. Wetzel, Julia Y. Whaley, Cheyene K. Wood, Katherine J. Word

Fairdealing

Paul W. Sanders, Courtney N. Slayton

Gatewood

Tiffany M. Tippit-Scott

Naylor

Jerri D. Elder, Lee A. Emerson, Dustin R. Graves, David A. Green, Jessica A. Miller

Scott County

Blodgett

Melissa D. Myers

Chaffee

Natalee J. Borneman, Montana C. Estes, Lauren C. Whistler

Kelso

Joshua P. Thompson

Miner

Hunter E. Dockins

Morley

Catherine B. Eskew

Oran

Heather R. Cornelius, Allison N. Cummins, Tiffany N. Wood

Scott City

Jamie L. Kennedy, Lyndsie N. Robert

Sikeston

Bryce D. Baker, Loushana M. Baker, Toni L. Boyd, Sarah B. Cook, Wesley A. Fluharty, Doniele L. Gipson, Marshall E. Hicks, Yalonda F. Johnson, Mandy L. Leible, Robin E. Manning, Seth H. Reeves, Lela H. Riley, Caleb A. Robinson, Deren A. Rogers, Kelvin W. Terry, Abigail M. Thompson, Brittney M. Turner, Tayler D. Turner, Mark C. Williams, Victoria J. Williams, Kimberly S. Wren

Vanduser

Lisa R. Grogan

St. Charles

Wentzville

Tyler A. Mathys

Stoddard County

Advance

Brandon E. Allen, Adam M. Cato, Erin S. Robison

Bernie

Kaitlyn B. Blanchette, Racheal N. Bryan, Royce E. Champion, Tyla L. Cloninger, Megan B. Hurlebusch, Terri A. Pettypool, Billie J. Slusher, Cybil L. Voss

Bloomfield

Nycole K. Born, Charles R. Brotherton, Anthony J. Davis, Page N. Dement, Kelsey L. Dixon, Sarah M. Stockton, Mollie A. Strickland, Kristi R. Venable, Jesse T. Watson

Dexter

Alexa L. Ash, Ramona E. Baker, Chelsey A. Berry, Allison B. Bridges, Stephanie J. Brown, Brian K. Cecil, Taylor J. Cecil, Bonnie G. Clark, Erika R. Cobb, Madisson D. Cox, Chelsea L. Edwards, Jerrica M. Espey, Jodi L. Fortner, Nathan A. Garner, Kayla J. Hester, Ashley F. Holloway, Jacob L. Hyten, Michelle A. Jacques, Karaline A. Keirsey, Joshua R. Lacy, Mary K. Miller, Tisha J. Moore, Lori M. O’Dell, Danielle R. Palmer, Emily N. Peters, Hannah L. Petty, Trentan B. Rogers, Shelby L. Rushing, Michaela R. Shafer, Carole M. Sims, Lisa A. Smith, Breanna M. Walker, George M. Warren, Ashlyn D. Werneck, Heather M. Whittington

Essex

Brittney H. Heitman, Lavonda R. Sherfield, Ashley M. Tilley

Puxico

Kayleigh M. Burch, Laine V. Friedrich, Ryan J. McClure, Kristen H. McGowen

Texas County

Elk Creek

John R. Blair

Wayne County

Greenville

Lily J. Cureton, Samantha D. Rainwater

Hiram

Christin M. Green

Lodi

Samantha A. Shaffer

Lowndes

Zachary M. Presley

McGee

Kristi N. Payne, Jessica N. Robinson

Patterson

Breana K. Kruithoff

Piedmont

Jacqueline M. Alden, Michael D. Amelunke, Meagon L. Beezley, Kayla E. Clements, Matthew J. D’Amico, Garry W. Hicks, Jennifer L. Hicks, Joshua D. Johnson, Kimberly N. McGie, Brittany N. Miller, David L. Morad, Lexi N. Morris, Edward K. Zink

Silva

Bailey J. Faries

Wappapello

Jacob L. Beauford, Kent D. Carver, Alicea G. Little, Kimberly D. Moore, O’Shen J. Schaefer,

Williamsville

Crystal G. Adams, Virgil T. Durrow, Denvr M. Rich, Corinne D. Rose

Jonesboro, AR

Pebbles M. Hill, Alexis S. Jarvis

Maumelle, AR

James A. Young

Maynard, AR

Courtney F. Dauck

Paragould, AR

Erica L. Pierce

Piggott, AR

Ivory M. Black, Nathan M. Blakely, Mia D. Boren, Ray A. Lampe, Enoch R. Richardson

Rector, AR

Jordan T. Crane

Success, AR

Sarah A. Richardson

Walnut Ridge, AR

Jessica E. Rouse

Bronx, NY

Randy R. Taveras

Belgrade Serbia, FO

Stefan Roknic