MAN SHOT IN THE ARM DURING ALTERCATION IN BUTLER COUNTYA man was shot in the arm early Monday morning after he allegedly busted a window in Butler County.

Investigator Randle Huddleston with the Butler County Sheriff’s Department tells KWOC News that the incident occurred early Monday morning.

Randle Huddleston:

Early Monday morning at approximately 4:30 am, Butler County deputies were dispatched to 519 County Road 526 in reference to property damage. Upon arrival Butler County deputies learned that the homeowner had awakened to the sound of somebody breaking the glass out of his front living room window. Homeowner confronted the suspect, identified as Kevin Hayes, 54 years old of Williamsville, Missouri. During the confrontation the homeowner stated he returned in to his residence to retrieve a firearm and again went outside onto his property to confront Kevin Hayes. During that confrontation the homeowner fired several rounds with one of them striking Kevin Hayes in the left arm. Kevin Hayes was apprehended a short time later by Butler County deputies and was transported by EMS to the hospital where he was treated for his injuries and then released. Kevin Hayes was then lodged in the Butler County jail with the charges of property damage first, trespassing first. At this time the investigation is still ongoing, still gathering facts. Once the investigation is concluded it will be sent to the prosecuting attorney for his review requesting charges.

POPLAR BLUFF TRANSITION FAIR TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY An event has been scheduled for this week for Poplar Bluff students who are receiving Individualized Education Program services.

All students in grades 7 through 12 who are receiving IEP services are being encouraged to attend the Poplar Bluff Transition Fair from 6 to 8 pm Thursday at Poplar Bluff High School.

School officials say that during the fair, representatives from Vocational Rehab Services, the University of Missouri and others will be on hand to explain how to access the post-graduation training and job placement available to students who have been receiving special education services.

BRIDGE REPLACEMENT TO FORCE CLOSURE OF WAYNE COUNTY ROAD THROUGH OCTOBER A Wayne County road has been closed so contractor crews can perform a bridge replacement.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the Outer Road from Route 34 to northbound 67 is being closed for the replacement. The work zone is located in the Silva area.

Officials say that the road is scheduled to re-open on Saturday, October 31st.

CRYSTAL LIKE SUBSTANCE AND GUNS FOUND DURING EXECUTION OF A SEARCH WARRANT A Haywood City man has been taken into custody after a search warrant was executed at his residence last week.

According to authorities, the search was conducted Thursday night at the residence of 55 year old Cletus Rhoden, who had been involved in narcotics investigation.

During the search of the residence detectives located four firearms, approximately 30 grams of a crystal like substance, and a large amount of US currency that totaled over $33,000.

Rhoden was arrested and has been charged with delivery of controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana or synthetic cannabinoid, unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon, and endangering the welfare of a child involving drugs.

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

KIDS FUN DAY FISHING EVENT SCHEDULED FOR NEXT MONTH AT WAPPAPELLO LAKE Young children in southeast Missouri will get the opportunity for a fun day of fishing next month at Wappapello Lake.

According to the US Army Corps of Engineers a Kids Fun Day Fishing Event has been scheduled for children 4 to 14 years old on Saturday, September 23rd at the Lost Creek Recreation Area.

Corps officials say they will provide the supplies including bait, rod, and tackle for the day. Lunch will be provided.

Parents can pre-register their children at the Wappapello Lake Visitor Center as well as the Management Office. For more information call 573-222-8562.

ROAD WORK TO CAUSE DELAYS TODAY ON ROUTE 25 IN DUNKLIN COUNTY Route 25 in Dunklin County will be reduced today so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can mill the roadway.

MoDOT officials tell KWOC News that the section of Route 25 to be reduced is located from County Road 212 to County Road 220.

Weather permitting, work will take place today from 7 am to 4:30 pm.