CHANCE OF SEVERE WEATHER, INCLUDING LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS, THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING

Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas are looking at a risk of severe weather this afternoon and evening.

According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, there are risks for numerous severe thunderstorms, including winds up to around 70 miles per hour as well as one to 1.5 inch hail.

Officials say that a few tornadoes are also possible, however the tornado risk is low.

PB BUDDY BALL TO WRAP UP 2025 SEASON TONIGHT

The Poplar Bluff Buddy Ball season will finish up tonight. 

There are three games scheduled for tonight at Poplar Bluff High School. The first game featuring younger league players will start at 5:30 pm and will be followed by two older leagues games at 6:30 pm. 

End of year awards will also be handed out following each game.

CONTRASTING POLITICAL RALLIES HELD IN POPLAR BLUFF OVER FATHER’S DAY WEEKEND

Rain showers could not stop Poplar Bluff and surrounding area residents from making their voices heard on both sides of the political spectrum this past Saturday. 

On the north side of Poplar Bluff, Missouri State Representative Hardy Billington organized the “Trump Train” for President Donald Trump’s birthday to show support and appreciation for all that the President is doing. 

The parade included an estimated over 100 vehicles.