THANKSGIVING COOKING SAFETY TIPS
Thanksgiving is almost here, and the American Red Cross is reminding you to stay safe while you prepare the holiday dinner.
The Red Cross advises that cooks should avoid wearing loose clothing or dangling sleeves while preparing the holiday meal.
You should also never leave the stove unattended – if the cook has to leave the kitchen even for a short time, they should turn off the stove.
Remember to clean cooking surfaces on a regular basis to prevent grease buildup and keep anything that can catch fire, including pot holders, oven mitts, and food packaging, away from the stove, oven or any other appliance in the kitchen that generates heat.
According to the Center for Disease Control, before cooking your turkey, set the oven temperature no lower than 325°F and be sure the turkey is completely thawed.
For optimal safety and uniform doneness, you should cook the stuffing outside the turkey in a casserole dish. However, if you plan on placing the stuffing inside the turkey, do so just before cooking.
ONE DEAD FOLLOWING SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI
A Southeast Missouri man has died following a crash on Sunday.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a 71 year old man from Caruthersville was driving on Interstate 55 when his vehicle ran off the right side of the roadway, struck an embankment, and overturned.
The driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene by Pemiscot County Coroner Brian Irions.
THREE RIVERS SHRINE CLUB TO HOST TOY RUN THIS WEEKEND
An event is scheduled for this weekend to benefit Shriner’s Hospitals.
The Three Rivers Shrine Club Toy Run will begin at noon on Saturday. Signups begin at 11 am at the Shrine Club on Kennedy Lane in Poplar Bluff.
Organizers say that Motorcycles, Hot Rods, and Side by Sides are all welcome. All toy and monetary donations will go to Shriner’s Hospitals.
MAN CONVICTED OF MULTIPLE FELONIES IN CONNECTION TO KENNETT SHOOTING
A man will be sentenced early next year for his part in a non-fatal shooting in the Kennett area.
According to the Dunklin County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, 46 year old Johnny Lee Phillips Jr., was found guilty last week of shooting a man in November of 2017.
Evidence was presented during the trial that alleged that Phillips pulled a handgun and shot the victim in the chest following an argument.
The victim was flown by air ambulance to a Memphis hospital and survived his injuries.
On Thursday, a jury in Pemiscot County found Phillips guilty of felony assault in the first degree, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon.
Sentencing is scheduled for January 13th, where Phillips faces the possibility of life in prison.
MONTH LONG CULVERT REPLACEMENT PROJECT UNDERWAY IN STODDARD COUNTY
Route ZZ in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane for almost a month as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace several culverts under the roadway.
The section of roadway involved in the project is located between County Roads 642 and 648.
Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through Friday, December 20.
NEW MADRID COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED OVER TWO DAYS FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENT
Route BB in New Madrid County will be closed over two days as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.
The section of roadway is located between Route P and County Road 716.
Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both today and tomorrow.
