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Friday, October 13, 2017

   

 

 

COFFEE WITH A COP EVENT SCHEDULED FOR TODAY IN POPLAR BLUFF

The Poplar Bluff Police Department will be holding their next coffee with a cop this morning.

The event will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 am at McDonald’s on Highway 67 North.

You will be able to have a cup of coffee and chat with your local police officers during the event. If you have any questions, you can contact Lieutenant Darron Moore at 573 785-5776, extension number 1345.

 

  WOMAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING EMPLOYEE AT A STEELE BUSINESS

  A woman has been taken into custody in connection to altercation at a Steele business.

According to Steele Police Chief Billy Joe Stanfield, last week officers responded to an area Family Dollar Store in reference to someone attacking a store employee.

A clerk told officers that the woman, later identified as 28-year-old Laci Lunsford, of Steele, was allegedly attempting to leave the store with merchandise that had not been paid for when she was confronted by the clerk. Lunsford became belligerent toward the store clerk and allegedly assaulted the clerk by hitting her.

Lunsford was arrested on a warrant for assault and shoplifting. Following the arrest, she was taken to the Pemiscot County Jail.

 

  CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF WARNING ABOUT SCAM PHONE CALLS CLAIMING TO SOLICIT DONATIONS FOR FALLEN OFFICERS

  Authorities in Clay County want area residents to be aware of a phone scam.

According to Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller, there is a new scam where callers from Level Three Communication, LLC are soliciting donations for fallen officers.

Miller tells KWOC News that the callers are not affiliated with any charity for fallen officers.

If you receive a call like this, contact your local law enforcement agency.

 

  MISSOURI SEAT BELT USAGE UP OVER TWO PERCENT FROM LAST YEAR

  More Missourians are wearing their seat belts according to a new survey.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the 2017 Missouri Seat Belt Usage Survey final report shows that Missouri’s overall seat belt usage is up to 84 percent. This is a 2.6 percent increase from 2016, but still below the latest national average of 90.1 percent.

The report showed that vehicle passengers and females were more commonly belted, and that occupants of sport utility/crossover along with van/minivans also had a higher rate of seat belt usage, at 86.5 percent. Pickup truck drivers and passengers had the lowest usage rate at 69.3 percent.

The survey was conducted by the Missouri Safety Center and University of Central Missouri.

 

  POPLAR BLUFF POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HOST DRUG TAKE BACK EVENT

  Poplar Bluff residents will have a chance to safely dispose of their unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs later this month.

The Poplar Bluff Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will be holding a Drug Take Back event on Saturday, October 28th from 10 am to 2 pm at the Poplar Bluff Police Station.

The DEA cannot accept needles or sharps, only pills or patches. The service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked.

 

  BOLLINGER COUNTY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY HOSTING EVENT FOR INTERNATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGY DAY

  The Bollinger County Museum of Natural History in Marble Hill will be holding an event later this month to celebrate International Archaeology Day.

The event will be held from noon to four PM on Saturday, October 21st.

Officials say there will be activities, including a children’s Native American archaeology dig, puzzles, games, and crafts. There will also be a presentation from Mike Cormer from the Missouri State Park System.

For more information, call 573-238-1174.

 

  FOOTBALL AND VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS SELECTED AS POPLAR BLUFF ATHLETES OF THE MONTH

  A football and volleyball player have each been selected as the Poplar Bluff High School Athletes of the Month for September.

Seniors Makarius Bell and Hannah Vaughn were both chosen for the award by the Mules Booster Club.

Bell made 58 tackles, seven tackles for loss, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery through six games this football season. In the classroom, he maintains an 8.31 GPA.

Vaughn has the most assists in a season with 677 and the most assists in a game with 39, plus ongoing records in serving attempts and career assists. In the classroom, she maintains an 11.2 GPA.

Thursday, October 12th, 2017

   

 

 

MAN CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS BEING SOUGHT IN CONNECTION TO STABBING INVESTIGATION IN POPLAR BLUFF

 

Authorities in Poplar Bluff are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man in connection to an investigation.

Officials with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tell KWOC News that 45 year old Joseph Rick, of Poplar Bluff, is wanted in connection to a stabbing investigation.

Police say that Rick should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the Poplar Bluff Police Department at 573-785-5776.

 

 

MISSING DUNKLIN COUNTY WOMAN FOUND IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS

 

A missing Dunklin County woman has been found in Northeast Arkansas.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 76 year old Linda Bullock, of Senath, had last been contacted on October 1st. Her vehicle was found abandoned in Clay County on Wednesday and an endangered person advisory was then issued.

According to the Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller, Bullock has been found safe.

Further details were not released.

 

  DEXTER MAN ARRESTED ON KIDNAPPING WARRANT

 

A Dexter man is in custody this morning on a kidnapping warrant.

Few details about the incident have been released; however the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department tells KWOC News that 25 year old Matthew Ryan Diamond was recently arrested on a warrant for kidnapping.

Officials say there is no bond and Diamond remained in jail as of this morning.

According to Missouri Case Net, an arraignment for Diamond has been scheduled for this morning in Stoddard County.

 

 

TWO ILLINOIS RESIDENTS ARRESTED ON FELONY DRUG CHARGE IN WAYNE COUNTY

 

Two Illinois residents were taken into custody Wednesday evening in Wayne County on a felony drug charge.

According to authorities, both 21 year old Michael Green, of Carol Stream, and 20 year old Chase Miller, of Springfield, were arrested shortly after 5 pm on three counts of felony possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute.

Both men are also reportedly facing a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia.

 

  POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN FACING METH AND MARIJUANA CHARGES OUT OF BUTLER COUNTY

 

Authorities in Butler County have arrested a Poplar Bluff woman on meth and marijuana charges.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 45 year old Mary Brewer was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Brewer is also facing a charge of possession of under 10 grams of marijuana.

 

  WOMAN TAKEN INTO CUSTODY IN WAYNE COUNTY ON METH CHARGE

 

A woman is facing charges following her arrest Wednesday morning in Wayne County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that 25 year old Lakeshia Mcadoo, of Greenville, was arrested shortly before noon on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine. She is also facing a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia.

Following the arrest, Mcadoo was held at the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office.

 

  SHOULDER REPAIRS SET FOR TODAY IN STODDARD COUNTY

 

Route N in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane both today and tomorrow so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform shoulder repairs.

According to MoDOT, the work zone is located from Route 60 to Route E.

Work is scheduled to take place from 8 am to 3 pm both days.

Wednesday October 11, 2017

POPLAR BLUFF RESIDENTS SHOULD BE PREPARED FOR UTILITY WORKERSResidents of Poplar Bluff should be prepared for an upcoming visit from utility crews.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, in the coming months, city residents will be receiving a visit from work crews from Anixter, a company contracting with Poplar Bluff Municipal Utilities. The crews will be trading current electric meters to a new more advanced meter.

According to officials, the workers will be in white vans and wearing an ID.

The workers will attempt to advise you just prior to changing out the equipment but will conduct the meter trade during their visit. The power outage will last approximately 5 to 10 seconds.

 

TODAY IS FINAL DAY TO REGISTER FOR NOVEMBER ELECTION Residents in three Southeast Missouri counties will be voting in elections next month and time is running out for you to register.

Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft tells KWOC News that today is the last day to register for the November 7th elections.

Some residents in Stoddard and Scott Counties will be voting in a legislative election while voters in Dunklin and Shannon Counties will be participating in special elections.

Ashcroft says any Missourian can visit www.GoVoteMissouri.com to register, check their registration status, or get more information about registering to vote. In order to register, you must be a U.S. citizen, a Missouri resident, and 18 years old by the day of the election.

 

ROUTE 60 TO BE REDUCED TODAY IN BUTLER COUNTY FOR PAVEMENT REPAIRS Eastbound Route 60 in Butler County will be reduced to one lane today so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform pavement repairs.

The section of Route 60 being reduced is located between County Road 567 and Route Z.

Weather permitting, work will take place today from 7 am to 5 pm.

 

TEMPERATURES TO BARELY GET TO 70 TODAY Remember to grab a jacket or windbreaker today before you leave home.

The high temperature is anticipated to stay in the upper 60’s today here in Poplar Bluff. The true fall weather will not make it to the weekend however, as forecasters are expecting temperatures to rise to the lower 80’s on Friday and upper 80’s on Saturday.

Fall will be back next week however, as area highs will be back in the lower 70’s on Monday and Tuesday.

 

PAVEMENT REPAIRS TO CAUSE DELAYS ON BUTLER COUNTY RAMP TODAY Crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation will be in Butler County today for pavement repairs on a Route 60 on ramp.

According to MoDOT, the Route T to Westbound Route 60 ramp will be reduced to one lane today for the repairs.

Work is scheduled to take place today from 7 am to 5 pm.

 

THREE POPLAR BLUFF R-1 FACULTY AWARDED GRANTS FROM MISSOURI SCHOOL TEACHERS ASSOCIATION Three faculty members in the Poplar Bluff R-1 School District have been awarded mini grants from the Missouri School Teachers Association for additional classroom resources.

According to Poplar Bluff MSTA President Karmen Carson, a total of 123 entries were submitted from the organization's Southeast Region and the winning proposals were reviewed anonymously by a retired teachers group.

The educators were granted $100 apiece toward their projects.

Eugene Field first grade teacher Kristen Spain will use her mini grant to receive a subscription to the Science Spin edition of Scholastic Magazine for its curriculum-based activities.

Lake Road librarian Shiela Boyles chose a set of books on the concept of 'growth mindset' so elementary teachers can have conversations with students about finding learning opportunities even in failure.

Junior High communication arts teacher Julie Gambill will purchase computer microphone equipment so students can work on their verbal skills by producing podcasts online.

Tuesday October 10, 2017

APPARENT GAS LEAK UNCOVERED ON NORTH SIDE OF POPLAR BLUFFAn apparent gas leak was discovered Monday in Poplar Bluff.

KWOC News spoke with Chief Ralph Stucker with the Poplar Bluff Fire Department who said a gas line was cut which lead to evacuations in Eight Points Complex

CHIEF RALPH STUCKER

"Monday morning at 9:30 AM we received a call from dispatch center of the gas line being cut behind Ross Dress for less in the Eight Points Complex. Poplar Bluff Fire Department along with the Poplar Bluff Police Department responded to the incident. Upon our arrival we found a contractor had ruptured a line of service coming to the back of the building. We evacuated Ross, Shoe Carnival, and Walmart Neighborhood Market until we could get to the leak contained. Members of the local gas company was able to go shut the valve off that killed a line. Evacuations was probably no more than 15 to 30 minutes. Soon as we got to gas line shut down we all took a meter through there and make sure we had no gas readings in the building soon as we clear each one we left and come back in."

Chief Stucker would add there were no injuries reported with this incident.

 

MAN ARRESTED SUNDAY IN MISSISSIPPI COUNTY ON METH CHARGE A Dexter man has been taken into custody in Mississippi County on a felony drug charge.

According to authorities, 31 year old Timothy Achter was arrested Sunday afternoon on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Achter is also facing charges of possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Following the arrest, he was transported to the Mississippi County Jail.

 

PAVEMENT REPAIRS SET FOR TODAY IN PEMISCOT COUNTY The Southbound I-55 ramp in Pemiscot County will be reduced with a 14-foot width restriction over two weeks as contractor crews perform pavement repairs.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the repairs will be on the Route 84 southbound ramp onto I-55.

Work is set to take place today through Saturday, October 21st from 6 am to 7 pm daily.

 

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI UNDER MARGINAL RISK FOR SEVERE WEATHER TONIGHT Southeast Missouri is in line for showers and possibly thunderstorms today and weather officials say there is a chance for severe weather as well.

The National Weather Service says that the Storm Prediction Center has Southeast Missouri in a marginal area for severe thunderstorms late this afternoon and this evening.

The main concerns will be large hail and locally damaging winds, however an isolated tornado cannot be ruled out.

 

WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK NEAR GREENVILLE A Neelyville woman was taken to an area hospital Monday morning following a single vehicle wreck in Wayne County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 22 year old Nicole Litters was driving on US 67, about 1 mile south of Greenville, when her vehicle ran off the side of the road and overturned.

Litters suffered serious injuries in the wreck and was transported to a Poplar Bluff hospital.

 

POPLAR BLUFF MAN ARRESTED IN ON A FELONY DRUG WARRANT Authorities in Poplar Bluff have arrested a man on a felony drug warrant.

Officials with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tell KWOC News that 22 year old Robert Miller, of Poplar Bluff, was arrested on Saturday afternoon on a felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Miller’s bond is set at $30,000 and officials say as of this morning remains in jail.

 

TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR UPCOMING CHINESE MARTIAL ARTISTS AND ACROBATS SHOW Tickets are available for an upcoming show at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center.

The Martial Artists and Acrobats of Tianjin will be bringing breathtaking stunts, magnificent feats of athletic daring, and glittering costumes to Poplar Bluff this Thursday at 7 pm.

The show is a part of the Patron of the Arts Society season at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center.

Tickets are available for $15 each at Three Rivers College and online at trcc.edu/tinnin.

Monday October 9, 2017

WILLIAMSVILLE MAN FACING METHAMPHETAMINE CHARGEA Williamsville man is facing multiple felony charges following his arrest over the weekend in Butler County.

According to the Highway Patrol, 30 year old Allen Minor was arrested shortly after 1 am Saturday on felony charges of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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

 

TWO STODDARD COUNTY RESIDENTS INJURED AFTER THEIR VEHICLE OVERTURNED NEAR DEXTER Two people were injured over the weekend after their vehicle overturned in Stoddard County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that the wreck happened at around 9 am Friday on Highway WW, 4 miles north of Dudley.

The driver, 22 year old Kaylin Craft and a passenger, 33 year old Nathan Kramer, both of Dexter, suffered serious injuries in the wreck and were taken to area hospitals.

 

COFFEE WITH A COP EVENT SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEK IN POPLAR BLUFF The Poplar Bluff Police Department will be holding their next coffee with a cop event this week.

The event will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 am on Friday, October 13th at McDonald’s on Highway 67 North.

You will be able to have a cup of coffee and chat with your local police officers during the event. If you have any questions, you can contact Lieutenant Darron Moore at 573 785-5776, extension number 1345.

 

ROUTE Z IN STODDARD COUNTY TO BE CLOSED FOR FOUR MONTHS FOR BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT A four month long bridge replacement project to begin today will cause the closure of a Stoddard County road.

Route Z in Stoddard County will be closed between Route VV and County Road 755 as contractor crews replace a bridge.

The road is anticipated to re-open on Tuesday, February 13th.

 

POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN ARRESTED IN ON A FELONY WARRANT Authorities in Poplar Bluff have arrested a woman on a felony warrant.

Officials with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tell KWOC News that 24 year old Mercedes Patterson, of Poplar Bluff, was recently arrested on a felony warrant for burglary 1st degree and a misdemeanor warrant for stealing.

Patterson’s bond was set at $100,000 and officials say as of this morning remains in jail.

 

DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS ACROSS MISSOURI TO BE CLOSED TODAY State officials say that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed today.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol say that the closures are in observance of Columbus Day.

Normal operations are set to resume on Tuesday.

 

 

   

 

 

TODAY IS PINK OUT DAY IN POPLAR BLUFF

  Don’t be surprised if you see a lot of the color pink today in Poplar Bluff.

Today is Pink-Out Day, an annual fundraising event for the United Cancer Assistance Network.

The events will continue to the pink out game tonight as the Poplar Bluff Mules football team takes on Hillsboro. Attendees are encouraged to wear their pink t-shirts.

You can hear that game live on Today’s Talk 93.3 FM and 930 AM KWOC as well as online at KWOC.com.

 

  2017 QULIN HOMECOMING TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND

  The 2017 Qulin Homecoming has been scheduled for this weekend.

The festivities will kick off tonight with the Qulin Homecoming Beauty Pageants, starting at 6 pm at the Qulin Middle School Gym.

Events scheduled for Saturday include the parade, a corn hole tournament, and a pumpkin decorating contest. There will also be multiple food and craft booths.

More information is available online at the Qulin Homecoming Facebook page.

 

  COLON CANCER AWARENESS BENEFIT TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND IN WAPPAPELLO

  A benefit to raise awareness of colon cancer has been scheduled for this weekend in Southeast Missouri.

The Heroes Never Stop Fighting Colon Cancer Awareness Benefit honoring Tina Cook will be held from noon to 6 pm on Sunday at the Camp in Wappapello.

Entertainment will be provided during the event by Justin Heskett and there will also be food and a silent auction.

For more information, contact Krissie Ainley at 573-300-8181 or visit the Hero’s Never Stop Fighting Facebook page.

 

  OVER TEN POPLAR BLUFF STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR ALL DISTRICT CHOIR

  Over ten Poplar Bluff students recently qualified for the Southeast Missouri all district choir.

According to school officials, 12 Poplar Bluff High School choral students were named to the choir following auditions last month in Cape Girardeau, the most to qualify in recent memory.

The finalists will rehearse and perform a concert on Saturday, November 11th, at Cape Central High School.

Officials say that the upperclassmen will also have an opportunity to try out for the All-State Choir.

 

  FLORIDA MAN ARRESTED ON METH CHARGE IN PEMISCOT COUNTY

  A Florida man has been arrested in Southeast Missouri on a felony meth charge.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 44 year old Michael Best, of Lakeland, Florida, was taken into custody last night in Pemiscot County on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

He was also reportedly arrested on a charge of unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

 

  POPLAR BLUFF POM SQUAD TO HOST THEIR THIRD ANNUAL PRINCESS FOR A DAY FUNDRAISER

  The Poplar Bluff Pom Squad has announced they will be hosting their third annual Princess for a Day fundraising event on Saturday, October 28th.

The event is available for all girls ages 12 and under. Tickets are $25 and include a princess tiara, hair styling, make-up, and more. It will be held at the Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Center and Gymnasium.

Pre-registration will be held on Monday, October 16th from 5 to 7 pm at the Poplar Bluff High School football field entrance.

For more information, contact Coach Halter at StephanieHalter@pb.k12.mo.us.

Thursday October 5, 2017

MAN ARRESTED IN BUTLER COUNTY ON MULTIPLE DRUG RELATED CHARGES Authorities in Butler County have arrested an area man on multiple drug related charges.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that 64 year old Elmer Stucker, of Poplar Bluff, was taken into custody Wednesday night on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – hydrocodone.

Stucker is also facing charges including possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and failure to drive on the right half of the roadway.

Following the arrest, Stucker was held at the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.

 

RURAL RESIDENTS IN CARTER COUNTY ASKED TO MAKE SURE THEIR MAILBOX IS LABELED

Rural residents in Carter County are being asked to make sure their mailbox is labeled.

According to a post on Facebook shared by Carter County Sheriff Richard Stephens, a 911 addressing project has been started in the county.

Anyone who receives their mail by highway contract route or rural route is being asked to label their mailbox with the route and box number as soon as possible.

The company that is contracted to do the county mapping will be new 911 address with the corresponding route address.

 

POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS CONSTRUCTING PONTOON BOAT

Middle School gifted students in Poplar Bluff are constructing a makeshift boat as part of a sea unit in advance of a field trip to Mobile, Alabama, next month to study the prolific Gulf Coast ecosystem.

According to school officials, the sixth grade SINGS class is using 2x4s, plywood and PVC piping to build a pontoon boat after watching a series of YouTube videos.

The students determined a pontoon boat has the greatest center of buoyancy and stability because of its flat bottom and wide surface area following an experiment with various shapes using tinfoil and pennies.

Upon completion, the students hope to test the boat out at Wappapello Lake and make predictions based on their theory. Afterward, they will raffle off their creation.

 

BERNIE MAN IN CUSTODY ON ASSAULT AND WEAPON WARRANT

A Bernie man is in custody this morning on an assault warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 65 year old Cary Jones was recently arrested on a warrant for assault 3rd degree and unlawful use of a weapon.

Jones’s bond has been set at $25,000 cash only, and officials say he remained in jail as of this morning.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR THREE RIVERS LPN PROGRAM

Students wishing to join the new Practical Nursing Program at Three Rivers College in Poplar Bluff have been given some extra time to submit their application.

The original deadline for applications was October 2nd, but the college says that the deadline has been moved to October 20th.

The Practical Nursing Application form for the January 2018 LPN cohort is available online at trcc.edu/admissions. Applicants must also submit an online application for admission to Three Rivers College.

To be eligible for acceptance into the program, students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, take the ATI TEAS entrance exam, have a 2.0 GPA or higher, and complete a short questionnaire.

For more information, contact the Nursing and Allied Health Department at 573-840-9672.

 

STRIPING PROJECT SET TO BEGIN TODAY IN DONIPHAN

A road striping project is set to begin today in Doniphan.

Officials with the Doniphan Police Department tell KWOC News that striping will begin at 9 am today on Highway Street from the city limit to the Masonic Lodge and on Jefferson Street from Current River Drive to 160.

Police are urging motorists to use caution while driving in those areas.

Wednesday October 4, 2017

POPLAR BLUFF MAN SENTENCED TO OVER FOUR YEARS IN FEDERAL PRISON A Poplar Bluff man has been sentenced to over four years in federal prison for child pornography.

In January of 2016, officers with the Southeast Missouri Cyber Crimes Task Force and Poplar Bluff Police Department conducted a search warrant at the residence of 27 year old Jonathan Ryan Snyder.

As a part of the investigation, authorities discovered several thousand images and videos of confirmed child pornography on Snyder’s electronic devices.

Officials with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tell KWOC News that last week Snyder was sentenced to 51 months in the Federal Bureau of Prisons followed by 10 years of supervised release.

 

THREE DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO BE CLOSED TODAY IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI

Three driver examination stations are set to be closed today in Southeast Missouri.

Captain Jeffrey Vitale, commanding officer of Troop E of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, tells KWOC News that the Charleston, Fredericktown, and Kennett driver examination stations will be closed today for an administrative meeting.

Testing will resume in Kennett on October 11th and in Charleston and Fredericktown on October 18th.

 

FIELDS OF FAITH TO BE HELD TONIGHT IN POPLAR BLUFF

Fields of Faith is scheduled for tonight in Poplar Bluff.

Fields of Faith is a student led event where various students can pray and share their faith testimonies.

Tonight’s event will begin at 7 pm at the Poplar Bluff High School Football Stadium.

 

HARVIELL WOMAN ARRESTED ON FELONY DRUG CHARGE

A Harviell woman is facing a felony drug charge following her arrest Tuesday night.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 59 year old Linda Hodge was arrested in Butler County on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance.

She is also facing a misdemeanor charge of unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

 

PUXICO WOMAN ARRESTED IN STODDARD COUNTY ON MULTIPLE WARRANTS

Authorities in Stoddard County have arrested an area man on multiple warrants.

Officials with the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department tell KWOC News that 42 year old Jerry Tucker, of Puxico, was recently arrested on warrants on resisting arrest, assault 4th degree, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Tucker’s bond was set at $12,500 and he has bonded out.

 

SOUTHEAST MISSOURI COMMUNITIES TO SPLIT $2.4 MILLION DOLLARS

Multiple Southeast Missouri communities will split over two million dollars in investment funds.

The Delta Regional Authority and Missouri Governor Eric Greitens have announced $2.4 million in new investments to strengthen Missouri’s infrastructure, workforce, and economy.

Some projects chosen for the funds include the Highway 49 Industrial Park Improvement in Piedmont, Wastewater Treatment Improvements in Neelyville, and Health Care Enhancements in Sikeston.

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

   

 

 

FISK MAN HIT BY VEHICLE WHILE RIDING A BICYCLE IN STODDARD COUNTY

  A Fisk man was taken to an area hospital over the weekend after being hit by a vehicle in Stoddard County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 37 year old Jason Summers was riding a bicycle near Bloomfield Saturday night when he was hit by an unknown vehicle that then left the scene.

Summers was taken to a Cape Girardeau hospital with moderate injuries.

No information was available on the vehicle, or its driver.

 

  TEXAS MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING ALLEGED ASSAULT IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI HOTEL

  A Texas man has been taken into custody in Southeast Missouri following an alleged assault at a hotel in Miner.

According to the Miner Police Department, 39 year old David Wesley Leek, of Carrollton, Texas, has been arrested and charged with statutory sodomy, deviate sexual intercourse, and child molestation.

Miner Police say that Leek has been charged in Texas for the same crimes, as it was discovered they took place there as well.

Leek’s bond was set at $50,000, cash only.

 

  SIKESTON NATIVE APPEARS ON NBC’S THE VOICE

  A Sikeston native is being given the chance to show America her voice.

Anna Catherine DeHart appeared on last night’s episode of The Voice during the blind audition round.

She sung Maren Morris’s “I Could Use a Love Song,” and was chosen by both Blake Shelton and Adam Levine.

DeHart ultimately chose to join Team Blake after Shelton said her voice was so pointed, “It’s like a knife cutting through the room.”

 

  PUXICO MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND FLEEING CHARGES

  An area man is facing drug and fleeing charges following his arrest in Stoddard County.

Officials with the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department tell KWOC News that 36 year old Joseph Bridges, of Puxico, was recently arrested on a warrant for possession of a controlled substance and resisting arrest by fleeing.

Bridges bond has been set at $15,000, cash only, and officials say he remained in jail as of this morning.

 

  NAYLOR WOMAN FACING MULTIPLE CHARGES FOLLOWING WEEKEND ARREST IN BUTLER COUNTY

  Authorities in Butler County have arrested a Naylor woman on a felony drug charge.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38 year old Mindy Pickens was taken into custody Sunday morning on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Pickens was also arrested on a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia and a Butler County failure to appear warrant.

Following the arrest, Pickens was held at the Butler County Jail.

 

  EARTHQUAKE SHAKES MALDEN AREA

  People around Malden might have felt an earthquake that shook the area Monday morning.

According to the United States Geological Society, the 2.2 magnitude earthquake occurred at 10:12 am yesterday.

Officials say that the earthquake was centered a little over eight and a half miles east of Malden.

 

  HIGHWAY PATROL REMINDING MOTORISTS TO LOOK OUT FOR DEER

  With fall upon us, Missouri officials are warning motorists to watch for deer.

Colonel Sandra K. Karsten, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, tells KWOC News that deer are more active and create hazards for Missouri motorists at this time of year.

The majority of deer strike crashes occur in October and November each year, with the largest number taking place in November. Although deer strikes can occur at any time, most occur between the hours of 5 pm and 7 am.

Last year, drivers in Missouri experienced over 4,600 traffic crashes where deer-vehicle strikes occurred. One deer strike occurred almost every two hours in the state. In these crashes, there were six fatalities and 455 people were injured.

 

  POPLAR BLUFF GRADUATION RATE UP OVER FOUR PERCENT ACCORDING TO REPORT

  The graduation rate in Poplar Bluff is up over four percent according to a recent report.

The report by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education says that Poplar Bluff High School's graduation rate was 91.8 percent this year, a gain of 4.2 percent over last year.

In 2011, the graduation rate was 78.6 percent. School officials tell KWOC News that the steady increase since 2011 is due to the progress teachers are making in tracking data, building relationships, and working harder to engage students and ensure individuals obtain the knowledge necessary to advance.

Monday October 2, 2017

BERNIE WOMAN ARRESTED SUNDAY IN BUTLER COUNTY ON METH CHARGEA Bernie woman has been taken into custody in Butler County on a felony drug charge.

According to authorities, 50 year old Patricia Jennings was arrested early Sunday morning on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Jennings is also facing charges of possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Following the arrest, she was transported to the Butler County Jail.

 

RAILROAD CROSSING IN POPLAR BLUFF TO BE CLOSED BEGINNING TODAY City officials in Poplar Bluff say that a local railroad crossing will be closed beginning today.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, the “C” Street Railroad Crossing in East Poplar Bluff will be closed to all traffic for track crossing improvements.

Officials say the closure is expected to last one month.

 

BUTLER COUNTY TORNADO SIRENS TO BE TESTED TODAY Authorities in Butler County will be testing the tornado sirens today.

According to Butler County Emergency Management Director Robbie Myers, the sirens are scheduled to be tested today at noon.

Myers says that the tests will be conducted every month on the first Monday.

 

ROUTE 51 IN BUTLER AND STODDARD COUNTY TO BE CLOSED FOR MOST OF OCTOBER Route 51 in Butler and Stoddard County will be closed for most of this month so contractor crews can perform bridge repairs.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the bridges are located between Route FF and the Route 60 Outer Road.

Weather permitting, the road will be closed today and will re-open on Monday, October 23rd.

 

DONIPHAN MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES An area man was taken into custody Friday morning in Ripley County on multiple drug related charges.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that 35 year old Douglas Palmer, of Doniphan, was arrested shortly before 8 am Friday on a felony charge of burglary 2nd degree.

Palmer is also facing a charges of possession of a controlled substance and unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia. Following the arrest, he was transported to the Ripley County Jail.

 

PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT TO BEGIN TODAY IN CARTER COUNTY Route 60 west in Carter County will be reduced to one lane this week as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

The section of roadway to be reduced is located from Route J to County Road 163.

Weather permitting, work will take place today through Thursday, from 6:30 am to 5 pm each day.

 

DATE SET FOR 2017 PALACE OF PRAISE GOLF TOURNAMENT A date has been announced for the Palace of Praise 2017 Golf Tournament.

The 4 person scramble tournament will be held on October 14th at Hidden Trails Country Club in Dexter. Registration will begin at noon, with the tournament starting at 1 pm. Entry is $50 per person.

For more information go online to www.PalaceOfPraise.com.

 

COMEDY NIGHT TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND AT POPLAR BLUFF KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS The Knights of Columbus Comedy Night has been scheduled for this weekend in Poplar Bluff.

The event will be held on Saturday with doors opening at 5:30 pm.

Officials say that the dinner and comedy show will feature talented and hilarious comedians from St. Louis and tickets are available for $30 per person.

For tickets, call Brian at 718-0735 or Charlie at 718-2293 or stop by the Sacred Heart Parish Office.

Friday, September 29, 2017

   

 

 

IRON HORSE FESTIVAL SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEKEND

  Downtown Poplar Bluff will be the location for the 2017 Iron Horse Festival this weekend.

The festival will begin tonight with the Car Cruse In tonight from 5 to 8 pm.

On Saturday, a pancake breakfast will begin at 8 am at the Historic Train Depot and The Iron Horse Festival Run will be held at First Methodist Church.

The festival will officially open at 10 am on Saturday and will include artists, crafters, demonstrations, vendor’s booths, a Dog Show, and the Kids Zone in Downtown Poplar Bluff.

Entertainment will be provided throughout the day on Saturday by artists such as Kyle Richards, Thin Blue Line, Leeza Edmundson, and the Justin Heskett Band.

 

  FRIDAY AT THE BUTLER COUNTY FAIR

  The BBQ Contest is one of the headline events for tonight at the Butler County Fair.

The Fair has been set up at Ray Clinton Park in Poplar Bluff. Also on the schedule for tonight is the carnival, the 4h/FFA animal auction, a horseshoeing demonstration, Bootheel Truck and Tractor Pullers, and the Chalk Bluff Rodeo.

More information, along with a list of events and times, is available online at ButlerFair.org.

 

  PARAGOULD MAN FACING RAPE CHARGES

  A man has been taken into custody in Northeast Arkansas on multiple counts of rape.

Hipolito Rivera has been arrested by authorities in Paragould after being accused of raping two young children.

Rivera is facing two counts of rape and his bond has been set at $175,000.

 

  FIVE INJURED IN MULTI VEHICLE WRECK IN SCOTT COUNTY

  Multiple people were injured Thursday morning in a wreck near Benton.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a vehicle crashed into the back of another vehicle on Missouri Highway 77 shortly before 8 am Thursday. The second vehicle then hit another vehicle, which then struck a fourth vehicle.

A total of five people, including four children, were injured during the incident and transported to area hospitals.

 

  ESSEX MAN ARRESTED ON CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WARRANT

  Authorities in Stoddard County have arrested an Essex man on a controlled substance warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 30 year old Christopher Garrett Taylor was recently taken into custody on a warrant for possession of a controlled substance.

Officials say that Taylor remained in jail as of this morning and his bond has been set at $7,500.

 

  MALDEN DRIVER EXAMINATION TO BE TEMPORARILY MOVED BEGINNING TODAY

 

 

Anyone in Malden looking to take a Driver’s Exam today will have to go to an alternate location.

Captain Jeffrey Vitale of the Missouri State Highway Patrol tells KWOC News that the Malden Driver Examination Station will be conducted at the Malden Community Center today.

Driver testing will resume at the Malden Police Station on Friday, October 6th.

Thursday, September 28, 2017

   

 

 

STUDENT DETAINED AFTER MAKING THREATS OF VIOLENCE AT AREA SCHOOL

  A student has been detained after allegedly making threats at an area school.

According to Alton R-4 Superintendent, Eric Allen, the Oregon County Sheriff's Office was notified Wednesday after multiple students reported that another student had been making threats of violence at the school on social media and was in possession of a knife on campus.

Following an investigation by officers from the Alton Police Department and the Oregon County Sheriff's Office, a fifteen year old student was detained and transferred to the custody of the 37th Judicial Circuit Juvenile Office.

 

  THURSDAY AT THE BUTLER COUNTY FAIR

  The Butler County Fair is set to get started today at Ray Clinton Park.

Multiple events are scheduled for tonight at the fair, including the opening of vendor and commercial exhibits, the petting zoo, barrel racing, and monster truck rides.

Tonight will also mark the opening of the carnival.

For more information, along with event times, go online to www.ButlerFair.org.

 

  POPLAR BLUFF STUDENTS PREPARING FOR THREE DAY WEEKEND

  Students in Poplar Bluff are preparing for a three day weekend.

Scott Dill, Superintendent of the Poplar Bluff School District, tells KWOC News that Poplar Bluff R-I Schools will not be in session on Friday for a teacher collaboration day

The regular class schedule is scheduled to resume on Monday, October 2nd.

 

  RAILROAD CROSSING IN POPLAR BLUFF TO BE CLOSED IN OCTOBER

  City officials in Poplar Bluff say that an a local railroad crossing will be closed beginning on Monday.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, the “C” Street Railroad Crossing in East Poplar Bluff will be closed to all traffic beginning Monday for track crossing improvements.

Officials say the closure is expected to last one month.

 

  DATE SET FOR 15TH ANNUAL CHILD ABUSE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CONFERENCE

  The date has been set for the 15th Annual Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Conference.

According to the Butler County Community Resource Council, the event will be held from 8:30 am to 2 pm on Tuesday, October 31st at First United Methodist Church in Poplar Bluff.

Admission is free and lunch will be provided. The deadline to register is October 20th and seating will be limited to the first 100 that register.

For more information, call 573-776-7830 or visit www.thecrc.org.

 

  MOTORCYCLE SKILLS TESTING TO BE TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED IN POPLAR BLUFF

  State Officials have announced a temporary change for the Poplar Bluff Driver Examination Station.

On Friday, the motorcycle skills portion of the testing process will be suspended for the station on Friday due to another event at the site.

Written examinations and Class E and Class F skills tests will be offered as normally scheduled. Motorcycle skills testing will resume in Poplar Bluff on Monday, October 2nd.

Wednesday, September 27, 2017

   

 

 

ONE KILLED ONE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN BUTLER COUNTY WRECK

  A Williamsville woman was killed in a wreck last night in Butler County.

Butler County Coroner Andy Moore tells KWOC News that the wreck occurred at around 9:45 pm at the intersection of US 67 and Route W.

A vehicle, driven by 82 year old Constance Woodring, reportedly struck another vehicle while entering the intersection. Woodring was later pronounced dead at a Poplar Bluff hospital.

The driver of the second vehicle, a 17 year old male from Poplar Bluff, was seriously injured in the wreck.

 

  ARREST MADE IN PARAGOULD HIT AND RUN INCIDENT

  Updating a story we brought to you last week, an arrest has been made in connection to a hit and run incident in Paragould.

Officials with the Paragould Police Department tell KWOC News that on September 19th, officers responded to a call of a man that was lying in a ditch and bleeding from the head.

The man, identified as Ronald Pruett, of Paragould, was hospitalized with serious injuries. Witnesses told officers that Pruett was struck by a red van.

Paragould Police say that an arrest has been made, however they did not release the identity of the individual. Officials say that further information will be forthcoming.

 

  BERNIE MAN ARRESTED ON LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT WARRANT

  A Bernie man has been taken into custody in Stoddard County on a felony warrant.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 48 year old Jeffrey Stone was arrested Tuesday night on a felony Stoddard County warrant for leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident and a felony parole violation warrant.

Stone was also arrested on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – opiates.

Following the arrest, Stone was held at the Stoddard County Jail.

 

  MAN ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTED AT A STEELE MARKET

  Authorities in Steele have made an arrest following a reported assault at an area business.

According to the Steele Police Department, last week officers responded to a local market in reference to an assault. At the scene, a man told officers that another man flourished a knife and then punched him in the face.

Officers subsequently arrested a 69 year old man from Steele on charges of assault and unlawful use of a weapon. The man’s name was not released.

 

  WOMAN ARRESTED FOR DRUGS FOLLOWING TRAFFIC STOP

  A recent traffic stop in Northeast Arkansas resulted in a drug arrest.

According to Greene County Sheriff David Carter, a deputy recently noticed a car weaving into the opposite lane and conducted a traffic stop.

During the stop, a K-9 officer alerted positive on the vehicle and the deputy found that Jodie Ray had 25 grams of crystal methamphetamine on her person along with several pills.

Ray was arrested and transported to the Greene County Detention Center.

 

  STODDARD COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED TODAY FOR PIPE REPLACEMENT

  Route AB in Stoddard County will be closed today so crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation can replace the culvert pipe under the roadway.

MoDOT officials say that work will take place today from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

The work zone will be located between County Road 510 and Route N.

Tuesday September 26, 2017

MAN SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON ON RAPE CHARGEA man has been sentenced to life in prison on rape and sodomy charges.

According to Stoddard County Prosecuting Attorney Russell Oliver, Steven McWhirter was sentenced Monday to three life sentences by a judge in Cape Girardeau County.

On August 18th, McWhirter pled guilty to forcible rape in the first degree and two counts of statutory sodomy in the first degree. On Monday, Judge Benjamin Lewis imposed a life sentence on each count.

The two statutory sodomy life sentences were ordered to be served concurrent to one another but consecutive to the forcible rape life sentence.

 

DEXTER MAN WINS $100,000 THANKS TO SCRATCHERS TICKET A Dexter man recently claimed a top prize from a Missouri Lottery Scratchers Ticket.

According to the Missouri Lottery, Donnie Williams won $100,000 from a “$100,000 Money Multiplier” Scratchers ticket he purchased for $5 at a Dexter convenience store.

The same store sold another $100,000 scratches ticket winner to a Dexter woman in April.

 

POPLAR BLUFF POM SQUAD KIDDIE CAMP SCHEDULED FOR NEXT MONTH The Poplar Bluff Pom Squad is holding a dance camp for girls in preschool through 6th grade next month.

The camp is scheduled to be held at the Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Center Gymnasium from 6 to 7:30 pm on Tuesday, October 10th and Thursday, October 12th. Pre-registration will be held from 5 to 7 pm on October 2nd in the Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Center lobby.

The cost is $25 per child and will include a T-shirt and Pom Poms.

A performance will be held following the camp on Monday, October 16th during the Mules 9th grade football game at the High School Football field.

 

ARREST MADE IN CONNECTION TO SHOOTING IN NEW MADRID COUNTY Authorities in New Madrid County have arrested a man in connection to a shooting on Monday.

According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department, shortly after 8 am on Monday, deputies were called to Lilbourn in reference to a possible shooting.

When the deputies arrived, they located a victim who had an apparent gunshot wound in the chest. The victim was airlifted to a Memphis hospital, where he remains in serious but stable condition.

New Madrid County Sheriff Terry Stevens says that the victim identified the suspect as Alandre Newsom.

Newsom was apprehended several blocks away from the crime scene and taken to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office where he was booked in and charged with assault 1st degree, stealing a firearm or explosive, and two counts of armed criminal action, among other charges.

 

FOUR INJURED IN PEMISCOT COUNTY WRECK Four people were injured in a single vehicle wreck Sunday night in Pemiscot County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that 47 year old Lisa Rawls, of Kennett, was driving on Route NN shortly after 11 pm Sunday when her vehicle traveled off the roadway and overturned.

Rawls, along with 47 year old Shonda Groves, of Steele, were seriously injured in the wreck. Groves was flown to a Memphis hospital while Rawls and two other passengers were taken by ambulance to a Kennett hospital.

 

POPLAR BLUFF STUDENT NAMED NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP SEMIFINALIST A Poplar Bluff student has been named a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist.

Poplar Bluff High School senior Adeesh Mishra is one of approximately 16,000 Semifinalists nationwide in the program. Adeesh has been invited to write an essay as part of a checklist for a chance to be named a finalist in the program.

Semifinalists have an opportunity to continue in the competition for around 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $32 million that will be offered next spring.

 

2017 DELTA FAIR PARADE TO BE HELD TODAY IN KENNETT Residents in and around Kennett are preparing for tonight’s parade.

According to the Kennett Police Department, the 2017 Delta Fair Parade will be held tonight beginning at 5 pm.

Officers will begin shutting traffic down around the high school area, including the North Bypass from North Street to Saint Francis Street, at around 4:15 pm.

Traffic will then be shut down along the parade route from Wal-Mart to Route O beginning at 4:45 pm.

Monday September 25, 2017

WAPPAPELLO MAN DEAD FOLLOWING SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK NEAR PUXICO A Wappapello man has died from injuries he received in a single vehicle wreck over the weekend in Stoddard County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 56 year old Donnie Crawford was driving on Route T, near Puxico, Saturday night when his vehicle ran off the road and struck several trees.

Crawford was pronounced dead at the scene by Stoddard County Coroner Kenny Pope.

 

POPLAR BLUFF MAN FACING FIREARM CHARGE

Last week officials announced the indictment of a Poplar Bluff man on a firearm charge.

According to the United States Attorney’s Office, the indictment charged 21 year old DeMarlon Richardson, of Poplar Bluff, along with four residents of East St. Louis, Illinois, with possession of stolen firearms.

The five men are alleged to have knowingly possessed 63 stolen firearms in February of this year. Officials say that the offense is punishable by a term of imprisonment of not more than ten years.

The four Illinois residents have also been charged with carjacking and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence.

 

ROUTE 60 TO BE REDUCED FOR BRIDGE MAINTENANCE IN STODDARD COUNTY

Eastbound Route 60 in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane early this week so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform bridge maintenance.

MoDOT officials tell KWOC News that the bridge is located between Route DD and Route WW.

Work is scheduled to take place today and tomorrow from 7 am to 4:30 pm daily.

 

10 YEAR OLD CHILD KILLED IN ACCIDENTAL SHOOTING

A 10 year old child was killed Friday in an accidental shooting in Dunklin County.

Dunklin County Sheriff Bob Holder tells KWOC News that a man had reportedly removed an AR-15 rifle from his gun safe, removed the magazine, and tried to eject a round when the gun went off. The man’s 10 year old son was lying on a bed and the bullet grazed his arm before striking him in the chest.

The boy was taken to a Kennett hospital where he passed away.

Holder says the incident is under investigation by the Dunklin County Sheriffs' Office and the Dunklin County Coroner.

 

WRECK RESULTS IN BLOOMFIELD MAN BEING FLOWN TO ST. LOUIS HOSPITAL WITH SERIOUS INJURIES

A man has been flown to an area hospital in connection to a wreck in Stoddard County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that the wreck occurred on Route V near the Stoddard and Bollinger County line at around 11 am on Friday.

25 year old Daniel Null’s vehicle reportedly failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the side of the road, and overturned.

Null suffered serious injuries in the wreck and was flown to a St. Louis hospital.

 

MODOT CREWS TO BE IN CARTER COUNTY THIS WEEK FOR BRIDGE MAINTENANCE

Westbound US 60 in Carter County is being reduced to one lane for part of this week as crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation perform bridge maintenance.

Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 am to 4 pm both today and tomorrow.

The bridge involved is located over Cane Creek between County Road 367 and County Road S.

 

POPLAR BLUFF HIGH SCHOOL COLLECTING FOOD FOR AREA CHARITIES

The Poplar Bluff High School is collecting food for area charities.

According to a post on the High School’s Facebook page, during the months of September and October, the high school will be collecting Mac and Cheese and other boxed helpers to help feed the hungry of Poplar Bluff.

Students wanting to donate can drop the items off in a box that has been set up. The food will then be given to a charity organization to be passed out to those that are in need.

Friday, September 22, 2017

   

 

 

ATTENDEES ENCOURAGED TO CARPOOL TO TONIGHT'S MULES GAME AGAINST JACKSON

  A full house is anticipated for tonight’s Mules game against Jackson and attendees are being encouraged to try to ride together if possible.

KWOC News spoke with Poplar Bluff Superintendent Scott Dill about tonight’s game.

“We’re expecting a large crowd with the 7 p.m. kickoff featuring our undefeated Poplar Bluff Mules versus the 4-1 Jackson Indians. Now we would appreciate if as many fans as possible could carpool to this game to make maximum use of our parking lot spaces.

And this will free up spaces for our friends from Jackson as well that are coming over. Now in the event that our on campus parking lots do become full, our friends at Fellowship General Baptist Church located at 3581 North Westwood Boulevard are allowing us to use their parking lot for overflow parking.

Now we also will have our transport people running school buses as shuttles this evening from Fellowship General Baptist Church down to the school parking lot. So please feel free to take advantage of that service that they have generously made available to us.

We're certainly appreciative of their efforts and we wish our boys good luck tonight.”

You can listen to tonight’s game live on Today’s Talk 93.3 FM and 930 AM KWOC as well as online at KWOC.com.

 

  INVESTIGATION ONGOING IN CONNECTION TO HIT AND RUN IN PARAGOULD

  A man was seriously injured in a hit and run incident earlier this week in Paragould.

Officials with the Paragould Police Department tell KWOC News that shortly after 5 pm on Tuesday, officers responded to a call of a man that was lying in a ditch and bleeding from the head.

The man, identified as Ronald Pruett, of Paragould, has been hospitalized with serious injuries.

Officers learned from persons standing near the scene that Pruett was allegedly struck by a red vehicle. A witness told officers that the vehicle was an older model full sized van that had no hubcaps on the wheels. The van was last seen traveling northbound on South 11th Avenue, toward East Court Street.

Anyone who has information regarding the incident, or is familiar with the vehicle described is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Jack Hailey with the Paragould Police Department's Criminal Division at 870-236-5755.

 

  BUTLER COUNTY FAIR PARADE TO BE HELD TOMORROW

  The Butler County Fair Parade is set to be held tomorrow.

According to the Butler County Fair Facebook page, the line up for the parade will be held in front of the Eagles on Ditch Road.

The line up time is from 8:30 am to 9 am. The parade is scheduled to begin at 10 am. The Butler County Fair will start next week on September 28th.

 

 

 

STODDARD COUNTY FAIR CONTINUES TODAY

  Festivities are set to continue today at the Stoddard County Fair.

Starting at 7 pm tonight, Bootheel Tractor Pullers will be live at Arena A, while the second night of karaoke will be featured at Arena B. Tonight’s main stage performance will be the State Line Drive, also beginning at 7 pm.

Multiple events are on the schedule for Saturday, including the Buyers Breakfast at 8 am, the 4H and FFA Livestock Auction at 9 am, and the Demo Derby at 7 pm. Maggie Thorn will be performing on the main stage at 7 pm and the night will be capped off with the fireworks show, starting at approximately 9 pm.

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

 

  REPRESENTATIVE FROM SOUTHEAST MISSOURI APPOINTED TO BOARD OF PROBATION AND PAROLE

  A state representative from Southeast Missouri is leaving the Missouri House of Representatives to take a position on a state board.

On Wednesday, Missouri Governor Eric Greitens appointed Representative Paul Fitzwater as a member of the Board of Probation and Parole.

Fitzwater was first elected as representative of District 144, which includes Wayne, Reynolds, Washington, and Iron counties, in 2010.

While a member of the House, he served as the Chairman of the Corrections and Public Institution Committee, which oversees issues relating to adult and juvenile penal and correctional problems, and the administration of correctional institutions.

 

  DATE SET FOR NEXT COFFEE WITH A COP EVENT IN POPLAR BLUFF

  The Poplar Bluff Police Department will be holding their next coffee with a cop event next month.

The event will be held from 7:30 to 9:30 am on Friday, October 13th at McDonald’s on Highway 67 North.

You will be able to have a cup of coffee and chat with your local police officers during the event. If you have any questions, you can contact Lieutenant Darron Moore at 573 785-5776, extension number 1345,

 

  WESTERN MISSOURI MAN ARRESTED IN BUTLER COUNTY

  A western Missouri man has been taken into custody in Butler County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 42 year old Christopher Raymond, of Brighton, was arrested Thursday evening on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine and misdemeanor charges of possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia.

Raymond also reportedly had multiple warrants out of Polk County.

Thursday, September 21, 2017

   

 

 

TEN ARRESTED IN BUTLER COUNTY ON DRUG RELATED WARRANTS

  Numerous people were arrested Wednesday morning in Butler County on drug related warrants.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a total of 10 arrests were made between 8 am and noon.

Officials say that all 10 people were residents of Poplar Bluff. ARRESTS:

BUTLER, KANDACE L, 29, POPLAR BLUFF, WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY FOR DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

BUTLER, ERIC W, 51, POPLAR BLUFF, WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY FOR DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

ROBINSON, KELLY D, 21, POPLAR BLUFF, WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

VONRUEDGISCH, AMY L, 39, POPLAR BLUFF, WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY FOR DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

WARD, ZACHARY S, 26, POPLAR BLUFF, WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY FOR DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

WHITE (EVANS), NICOLE P, 22, POPLAR BLUFF, FELONY WARRANT (BUTLER COUNTY) SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

YOUNT, DEMATRIA A, 54, POPLAR BLUFF, WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY FOR DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

VOSHELL, JACOB D, 34, POPLAR BLUFF, FELONY WARRANT (BUTLER COUNTY) SALE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

MOORE, EDWARD J, 51, POPLAR BLUFF, 1. WARRANT BUTLER COUNTY DANGEROUS DRUGS SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 2.FELONY POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE HYDROCODONE. 3. MISDEMEANOR POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

KNOX, LESTER W, 36, POPLAR BLUFF, 1. FELONY WARRANT (BUTLER COUNTY) SALE OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 2. MISDEMEANOR WARRANT (HOWELL COUNTY) FAILURE TO APPEAR ORIGINAL CHARGE NON SUPPORT

 

  POPLAR BLUFF POLICE ASKING FOR PUBLIC’S ASSISTANCE IN FINDING TWO NON COMPLIANT SEX OFFENDERS

  Authorities in Poplar Bluff are seeking the public’s assistance in locating two non-compliant sex offenders.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, they are looking for 52 year old Rodney Eugene Whitworth and 48 year old John Edward Bryeans, both of Poplar Bluff.

Both men reportedly moved from their residences earlier this month did not report their new address within three days.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of either man is asked to contact Captain David Sutton at 573-686-8649.

 

  BRIGGS AND STRATTON ST. JUDE CAR SHOW TO BE HELD THIS SATURDAY

  The 14th Annual St. Jude Car Show presented by Briggs and Stratton will be held this Saturday in Poplar Bluff.

We spoke with, Michelle Shelton, Human Resource Manager at Briggs and Stratton about the event.

“This Saturday is the 14th annual Briggs & Stratton St Jude car Show. Registration is from 8 till noon and it's $20 entry fee that is donated directly to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The car show is an open car show, we do have 90 plaques and nine trophies for best of categories that will be given out that day.

Our silent auction has always been one of the highlights of the event. This year’s silent auction we have an inverter. If you're not familiar with an inverter that is a small generator of power but it's a lot quieter than your traditional generator it’s great for camping and tailgating and all those fun things that we love to do. We also have Cardinals tickets for next Saturday.

We have four Cardinals tickets for next Saturday's game against the Brewers, it's an afternoon game and we got some great seats up for grabs there. We have a wide variety of apparel items from Ford and Toyota that were donated for the show. A Milwaukee drill, a snap-on tool bag, some jewelry, lots of beauty products, gift cards, we even have a few toys for the kids so something for everybody in the family at this event.

Speaking of the kids, we have added something new this year, we’ve got a kids area where we are going to have games set up, some face painting. Just some things to pass the time and get some energy out. Also new to the event this year, we've got one of our racing go karts from Briggs & Stratton. It's an animal engine, it’s one of our racing divisions products, and we’re really proud to say that we're going to have that down on display for everyone to enjoy.

As always the Briggs & Stratton Cafe will be open for business on Saturday. We’ve got the grill fired up and we're going to be cooking hamburgers and hotdogs as well as having barbecue nachos and lots of other great snacks. So if you're hungry after the parade, come on down, enter your car, have lunch with us, and enjoy the day.

We are still accepting donations if anyone has anything that they would like to provide for the show. We’ll come pick it up, you can bring it to us, whatever works, we'll make it happen. We’ll be accepting donations through the morning of the event or if you have any questions or need more information give us a call at 686-3004. You can also go to our website at Briggscares.com.”

 

  PARAGOULD POLICE SAY THERE HAS BEEN AN INCREASE IN VEHICLE BREAK INS AND THEFTS

  Paragould police are warning area residents to remember to lock their vehicles.

According to the Paragould Police Department, in the last couple of weeks, there has been an increase in vehicle break ins resulting in the thefts of firearms and/or other valuables.

These thefts were not all due to unlocked vehicles, as some of the windows were broken in the process. Police say that you should keep all vehicle doors locked and all valuable items out of sight. If possible, it is recommended that no valuable items, especially firearms, are to be left in vehicles overnight.

If you notice any suspicious activity in your neighborhood, please contact your local police department.

 

  THURSDAY AT THE STODDARD COUNTY FAIR

  Multiple events are on the schedule tonight at the Stoddard County Fair.

The night will begin at 6 pm with cattle and hog judging at Arena A followed by the FFA Tractor Rodeo at 7 pm.

Also beginning at 7 pm will be a performance by Used and Refused on the Fair’s Main Stage and The Strong Man on the fair grounds. Karaoke will begin at 8:30 pm at Arena B.

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

Tuesday September 19, 2017

MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND FLEEING WARRANT IN STODDARD COUNTYA Springfield man has been taken into custody in Stoddard County on a drug and fleeing warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 24 year old Corey Counts was recently arrested on a warrant for possession of a controlled substance and resisting arrest by fleeing.

Counts’ bond has been set at $7,500, cash only, and officials say he was still in jail as of this morning.

 

PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT TO BEGIN TODAY IN BUTLER COUNTY Southbound Route 67 in Butler County will be reduced to one lane this week as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

The section of roadway to be reduced is located from Route C to Route 160.

Weather permitting, work will take place today through Thursday, from 7 am to 5 pm daily.

 

90TH STODDARD COUNTY FAIR BEGINS TODAY The 90th Stoddard County Fair is scheduled to begin today.

The fair will kick-off with the parade in downtown Dexter this evening at 5:30 pm. Youth games will also be held tonight, directly after the parade.

The entertainment scheduled for 7 pm tonight on the Main Stage is The Well Hungarians.

For more information, go to www.stoddardcountyfair.com.

 

TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WRECK INVOLVING FREIGHTLINER ON INTERSTATE 55 Two people were seriously injured Monday in a wreck on Interstate 55.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, a freightliner struck a vehicle on the Interstate at around noon and both vehicles overturned.

The driver of the freightliner, 59 year old Edward Barker, of Wyatt, and the driver of the second vehicle, 47 year old Vicki Charles, of Riverton, Illinois, were both seriously injured in the wreck. A 10 year old passenger in the second vehicle suffered minor injuries.

All three were taken by ambulance to an area hospital.

 

STODDARD COUNTY ROAD TO BE REDUCED TODAY FOR REPAIRS Route V in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane today so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform pavement repairs.

MoDOT officials tell KWOC News that Route V will be reduced from 7 am to 4:30 pm.

The work zone will be located between Route K and Route C.

 

DATE SET FOR FAFSA FRENZY AT THREE RIVERS COLLEGE The date has been set for the next FAFSA Frenzy event at Three Rivers College.

The event will be held on Thursday, October 19th from 4 to 6 pm.

This event gives students and their families the ability to have professional assistance in filling out the 2018 – 2019 FAFSA, which a form required for federal financial aid. All students and parents are welcome to attend.

There will also be an opportunity for students to enter their name into a drawing for a scholarship to be used in Fall 2018.

Monday September 18, 2017

WILLIAMSVILLE MAN SET TO APPEAR IN COURT THIS MORNING ON MURDER CHARGEA Williamsville man is set to appear in court this morning on a murder charge.

According to Missouri Case Net, 54 year old Kevin Hayes is scheduled to be arraigned at 9 am in Butler County for a charge of 1st degree murder.

The charge reportedly stems from the death of Hayes’ father, Floyd Hayes, in 2016.

Hayes’ bond has been set at $350,000.

 

MODOT CREWS TO BE IN BUTLER COUNTY TODAY AND TOMORROW Northbound Route 67 in Butler County will be reduced to one lane today and tomorrow so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform pavement repairs.

The section of roadway to be reduced is located from Route 160 to Route C.

Weather permitting, work will take place today and tomorrow from 7 am to 5 pm, each day.

 

TWO FLOWN TO AREA HOSPITAL AFTER THEIR VEHICLE HIT A TREE NEAR FAIRDEALING Two people were flown to an area hospital yesterday after their vehicle hit a tree in Ripley County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell KWOC News that the wreck occurred at around 5 pm Sunday on US 160 in the Fairdealing area.

The driver, 42 year old Charles Howell, of Tupelo, Oklahoma, and a passenger, 28 year old Cynthia Davis, of Poplar Bluff, both suffered serious injuries in the wreck.

 

BUTLER COUNTY FAIR CHANGES LINE UP LOCATION FOR PARADE Butler County Fair organizers say that there has been a change to the start of the parade.

According to the Butler County Fair Facebook page, the line up for the parade will now be held in front of the Eagles on Ditch Road.

The lineup time is from 8:30 am to 9 am on Saturday, September 23rd.

 

PAVEMENT REPAIRS SET FOR TODAY IN STODDARD COUNTY Crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation will be in Stoddard County today to perform pavement repairs.

According to MoDOT, Route M will be reduced to one lane from 7 am to 4:30 pm for the repairs.

The work zone will be located between Route PP and Route K in Stoddard County.

 

DONIPHAN TEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE WRECK OVER THE WEEKEND A Doniphan teenager was seriously injured over the weekend in a wreck in Ripley County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 13 year old boy was driving a motorcycle Saturday on private property when the vehicle became airborne and overturned.

The teen was ejected during the wreck and suffered serious injuries. He was later flown to a Memphis hospital.

 

PORTAGEVILLE POLICE WARNING AREA RESIDENTS ABOUT ALLEGED DOOR TO DOOR SALESPEOPLE The Portageville Police Department is warning area residents about people going house to house and trying to sell or offer you something.

According to a post on the Portageville Police Department Facebook page, the individuals have been reported as a Hispanic male in a white van, while others have reported a black female with a black male in a white or gold colored van.

Police say that there are currently no peddlers licenses issued, so no one should be selling anything door to door.

If any of these individuals come to your house, you are advised to use caution and contact the Portageville Police Department.

  PORTION OF ROUTE CC IN WAYNE COUNTY TO BE CLOSED TODAY A part of Route CC in Wayne County will be closed today while Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

Officials tell KWOC News that the section of Route CC to be closed is located from Route 49 to County Road 468.

Weather permitting, work is scheduled to take place today from 7 am to 5 pm.

Friday, September 15, 2017

   

 

 

BODY FOUND IN BURNING CAR IN NORTHERN POPLAR BLUFF

  A body was found Thursday morning in a burning vehicle in Butler County.

The vehicle had struck a tree and caught fire in the area behind Kroger and Raben Tire in northern Poplar Bluff.

The identity of the body has not been released.

 

  ENDANGERED PERSON ADVISORY FOR NEW MADRID MAN CANCELLED

  Authorities have cancelled an Endangered Person Advisory for a New Madrid man after the man was found safe.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the 56 year old man was reported missing earlier this week after a family member returned home to find him gone. The man reportedly suffers from bipolar and schizophrenia.

The Highway Patrol reported late last night that the man had been found safe and that the advisory had been cancelled.

 

  ART WORK FROM FEMALE VETERANS TO BE FEATURED AT STARS AND STRIPES MUSEUM

  Several pieces of art created by female veterans will be featured at an event later this month at the Stars and Stripes Museum in Bloomfield.

The event, entitled Her Story, is being held by the museum in conjunction with the VA Hospital on Friday, September 22nd.

The opening ceremony will begin at 1:30 pm and will feature art work from female vets in the southeast Missouri area. Officials say that the event is free and open to the public

For more information, contact Martinie Franks at 573-778-4398.

 

  LAW ENFORCEMENT STATEWIDE TO CRACK DOWN ON CHILD RESTRAINT VIOLATIONS NEXT WEEK

  Law enforcement across Missouri will be cracking down on child restraint violations next week.

The crackdown comes as a part of Child Passenger Safety week from September 17th through the 23rd.

According to authorities, car crashes are the number one killer of kids and booster seat use reduces the risk of serious injury by 45 percent for children ages four through eight when compared with seat belt use alone.

Missouri law requires all children under the age of eight to be in an appropriate child safety seat or booster seat unless they are 80 lbs or 4’9” tall.

For more information, visit www.saveMOlives.com.

 

  STODDARD COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED THROUGH MID FEBRUARY FOR BRIDGE REPLACEMENT

  Route J in Stoddard County will be closed beginning next week so contractor crews can replace a bridge.

The bridge to be replaced is located between County Road 249 and County Road 410.

According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, the bridge will be closed starting on Monday, with the re-opening scheduled for Tuesday, February 13th, 2018.

 

  STREET PAINTING SCHEDULED FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW IN PORTAGEVILLE

  Drivers in Portageville are being asked to plan ahead before driving on Main Street today and tomorrow due to a street painting project.

According to the Portageville Police Department, the Street Department will be painting the south side of Main Street today and the north side on Saturday.

Motorists in the area are being asked to drive cautiously and park accordingly.