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

Thursday June 9, 2016

MAN ALLEGEDLY ATTACKED POLICE OFFICER AT POPLAR BLUFF BUSINESSSA Poplar Bluff Police Officer was reportedly attacked Tuesday afternoon during an arrest at an area business.

Captain Dave Sutton with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tells us more.

DAVE SUTTON:

On Tuesday afternoon at approximately 1 pm, officers with the Poplar Bluff Police Department investigated a shoplifting complaint at Wal-Mart. One of the suspects, later identified as Sheldon Smith, provided a false name and date of birth to the officers. Corporal Johnson advised Smith that he was under arrest. As Corporal Johnson tried to place handcuffs on Smith, Smith attacked him, pushed him against the wall, and tried to pick him up in an effort to knock him off his feet. Corporal Johnson was able to gain control of Smith, and he was taken into custody. Witnesses reported that during the struggle, Smith reached for Corporal Johnson’s firearm. Sheldon Smith was booked in on charges of assault 2nd degree on a law enforcement officer, stealing, resisting arrest, identity theft, and several outstanding municipal warrants.

MAN FOUND DEAD WITH OBVIOUS HEAD TRAUMA IN BLYTHEVILLE A man was found dead Wednesday morning in a Blytheville residence.

According to authorities, 27 year old Yuri McKeever was found dead with obvious head trauma following a 911 call that stated there was a body inside the home.

A cause of death has not been released and the body will be sent to the Arkansas State Medical Examiner’s office for an autopsy.

BUDWEISER CLYDESDALES TO MAKE MULTIPLE STOPS TODAY IN POPLAR BLUFF The Budweiser Clydesdales Anniversary Celebration tour is scheduled to continue through Poplar Bluff tomorrow.

The horses will be making stops at the Veterans Memorial Wall, the Poplar Bluff Library, and Sacred Heart Church, before returning to the Black River Coliseum. The tour is scheduled to run from 3 to 5 pm.

On Saturday, the Clydesdales will be in the Wappapello area for a parade across the Wappapello Lake dam, with additional stops in the Redman Creek Area and the Bill Emerson Memorial Visitor Center.

INVESTIGATION ONGOING FOLLOWING ARMED ROBBERY AT POPLAR BLUFF PIZZA HUT Local authorities are investigating an armed robbery that reportedly occurred at the Poplar Bluff Pizza Hut Tuesday night.

Corporal Shonna Parrent with the Poplar Bluff Police Department tells us more about the incident.

SHONNA PARRENT:

On Tuesday evening at approximately 11 pm officers responded to Pizza Hut in reference to an armed robbery. According to an employee of Pizza Hut, as she walked next door to Southern Bank with the bank bags in hand to make a nightly deposit, a black male wearing dark clothing stepped from behind the shed at the rear of the restaurant. The black male pointed what appeared to be a handgun at the employee and he ordered her to drop the bank bags. She dropped the bags and the suspect picked the bags up and fled the scene running toward the High School. It is believed the bank bags contained in excess of $1,500. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the Poplar Bluff Police Department. You may contact Detective Dan Mustain at 573-785-5776.

WOMAN ACCUSED OF CHOKING ANOTHER WOMAN IN POPLAR BLUFF A woman is in custody after being accused of choking another woman Tuesday night.

We spoke with Captain Dave Sutton with the Poplar Bluff Police Department about the arrest.

DAVE SUTTON:

On Tuesday evening at approximately 10:30 pm, Officers with the Poplar Bluff Police Department were dispatched to a residence in the 800 block of Foley Street in reference to a domestic assault. When they arrived, Aimee Thomas and Carolyn Thomas had separated and were standing outside. Aimee complained that Carolyn had struck an eight year old child repeatedly with a belt. When Aimee intervened, Carolyn began hitting her with the belt. When Aimee called 911, Carolyn started choking her. Carolyn Thomas was taken into custody, booked in on a charge of domestic assault 2nd degree and endangering the welfare of a child; and she was lodged in the Butler County Jail.

NEW THEATRE OPENING TODAY IN SIKESTON A new theatre is set for its grand opening this afternoon in Sikeston.

A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 1 pm at the new Malco Sikeston Cinema and Grill. The theatre is located in the Cotton Ridge Development off Highway 60 and Hennings Road and will feature eight all stadium seating auditoriums in addition to a cinema lounge where customers can enjoy a meal.

Malco also operates the Malco Sikeston Trio theatre which will remain in operation.

PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULED TO DISCUSS BRIDGE PROJECT IN BUTLER AND STODDARD COUNTIES A Public Meeting has been scheduled for today in Qulin to discuss an upcoming bridge project in Butler and Stoddard Counties.

The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold the meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Qulin Middle School.

The project includes replacing the deck of the Route U Bridge over the St. Francis River Overflow. The bridge will close for six to eight weeks as construction is underway.

Additional details regarding the contractor’s schedule will be released prior to the start of construction. Completion is anticipated in late 2017 or early 2018.

Wednesday June 8, 2016

ARRESTS MADE IN BUTLER COUNTY STABBING INCIDENTContinuing to follow a story we broke for you yesterday, multiple arrests has been made in connection to an incident where a teen girl was stabbed numerous times Monday afternoon in Butler County.

We spoke with Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs about the incident.

SHERIFF MARK DOBBS:

On Monday afternoon at about 2:13 p.m. we received a call of a person that had been stabbed at the end of B Street and a gravel portion, which is actually the county road 606. Upon arrival we found one individual holding on to the arms of another. Michael Sincup was holding on to the 17 year old female victim that was apparently stabbed numerous times they were along a steep Riverbank. Originally Sincup had concocted a story that two black males had stabbed the victim. Although the victim was conscious she was unable to talk to us because she was in great medical distress. She was stabbed upwards of 15 times according to medical personnel. Sincup originally stated the he had came across the victim just through chance as he was out there looking for a fishing hole, obviously that was a problematic story and we knew right away that it wasn't accurate. Through the course of an investigation and interviews of other witnesses we found that basically it was a plot by the wife of Sincup, Jessica Sincup, age 27 of Poplar Bluff, and she had concocted the plot to get the victim out to the river so that she could exact revenge upon her for what she felt like was an extramarital affair that was going on between the victim and her husband. She was charged with first-degree assault as well as armed criminal action. Dawn Sincup, another witness, was also charged with tampering with a witness as she tried to get third witness to change their story and to stay with the false narrative of the two black male suspects. The victim was later air evaced to a St. Louis area hospital where she remains in serious condition. Dive teams will be down on the river trying to locate the weapon. We've been assisted in the investigation by the Poplar Bluff city police and the Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of drug and Crime Control, we certainly appreciate their help.

Jessica Sincup is in custody on a charge of Assault 1st and her bond was set at $500,000, cash only.

KANSAS WOMAN DROWNS IN BLACK RIVER Authorities say a Kansas woman drowned Tuesday in Black River.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 59 year old Dianne Humfeld, of Lenexa, Kansas, was floating in a canoe in Reynolds County when the canoe capsized.

A passing floater checked the canoe and found Humfeld trapped underneath. She was later pronounced dead by Reynolds County Coroner Jeff McSpadden.

BERNIE MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK A Bernie man has been flown to a Memphis hospital after he was involved in a motorcycle wreck Tuesday morning.

According to the Highway Patrol, 45 year old Kevin Hicks was riding a motorcycle near Caruthersville when the vehicle travelled off the roadway and overturned, partially ejecting him.

Hicks, was taken by Air Evac to Elvis Presley Trauma Center with serious injuries.

TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO DRUG ARREST IN POPLAR BLUFF A Poplar Bluff man is facing multiple charges following a traffic stop over the weekend.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, an officer conducted the stop early Saturday morning for an inoperable license plate light.

The driver of the vehicle, 18 year old Colton Howell, was discovered to have an active Butler County warrant.

After placing Howell under arrest, the officer was granted permission to search the vehicle and found a black zipper bag which contained a yellow baggie with a crystal substance that later field tested positive for methamphetamine.

The bag also contained a scale, a grinder, and a plastic bag containing a green leafy substance.

Howell was taken into custody for possession of a controlled substance, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia, and misdemeanor possession of up to 35 grams of marijuana.

TEEN ARRESTED IN MOREHOUE ON SODOMY AND CHILD MOLESTATION CHARGES An 18 year old man has been arrested in Morehouse after a 13 year old girl told authorities that he had sexual contact with her.

According to the Morehouse Police Department, the man was identified as identified as Justin Mattison.

Mattison has been charged by the New Madrid County Prosecuting Attorney with statutory sodomy 1st Degree and child molestation 1st Degree. He is currently incarcerated at the Pemiscot County Jail on a $25,000 cash or surety bond.

PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT UNDERWAY IN STODDARD COUNTY Route TT in Stoddard County is being reduced to one lane as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.

The work zone is located from Route 60 to County Road 642.

Work is scheduled to continue from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Thursday, June 9th.

Tuesday June 7, 2016

POPLAR BLUFF POLICE INVESTIGATING SHOOTING INCIDENTAn investigation is ongoing in a shooting incident that occurred over the weekend in Poplar Bluff.

Detective Josh Stewart with the Poplar Bluff Police Department spoke with us about the investigation.

JOSH STEWART:

On Saturday at approximately 9:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to the area of 412 Harper Street regarding multiple gunshots being fired. Upon arriving in the area, officers made contact with the victim, Moenika Ellis and were advised that three armed male subjects entered her residence demanding money. Two of the male subject subsequently began assaulting her boyfriend while a third advanced into the residence. Miss Ellis retrieved a firearm from her bedroom and begin discharging te firearm at one of the male subjects. This male subject returned fire as Miss Ellis fled back into the bedroom. At that point all three male subjects fled the residents on the foot. The residence was occupied by Miss Ellis, her boyfriend, and her three children, ages nine, seven, and five. After processing the scene there were nine shell casings located. Seven of which were determined to be from the suspects firearm and two of which were determined to be from Miss Ellis’s firearm. At this point the suspects have not been identified and we are seeking leads at this time. We’re going to be doing an area canvas and attempt to locate additional leads and possible additional witnesses. In the event that the suspects are identified and located, we will be seeking charges of assault first, armed criminal action, unlawful use of weapon, robbery 1st, and endangering welfare of a child.

We also spoke with Poplar Bluff Police Chief Danny Whiteley, who says that some DNA evidence found at the scene could aid in the investigation.

DANNY WHITELEY:

I'm grateful and I think only God's intervention kept somebody from getting shot in this melee that happened. It amazes me that one of the victims, I feel probably knows for sure who the suspects were and why they won't come forward is disappointing but we're going to actively pursue this until we can come to a conclusion and identify the suspects in this shooting. We also are going to be lucky enough; we'll have some DNA evidence off of the shell casings which may lead to further arrests. If anybody has any further information there's certainly a possibility of a reward if we can identify and prosecute the suspects in this case just call the Poplar Bluff Police Department 785-5776.

DEXTER MAN FOUND NOT GUILTY OF ATTEMPTED MURDER A Dexter man has been found not guilty on multiple charges including attempted murder.

A jury found Christopher Hicks not guilty on charges of attempted murder, armed criminal action, burglary, and arson. He had been accused of being involved in a murder for hire plot in January of 2013.

Donald Lafferty was previously sentenced to 50 years in prison in connection to the incident.

BUTLER COUNTY ROAD WORK SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEK Route HH in Butler County will be reduced to one lane this week while Missouri Department of Transportation crews seal coat the roadway.

The section of road to be reduced is located from Route 53 to County Road 350.

Work will take place today through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

THREE ARRESTED IN CONNETION TO ALLEGED ASSAULT IN POPLAR BLUFF Officials say three people have been taken into custody in Poplar Bluff following an alleged assault over the weekend.

According to the Poplar Bluff Police Department, on Saturday a man told officers that he had been assaulted by multiple subjects and his cell phone was stolen. The victim suffered a broken nose in the assault.

During the investigation, officers learned that some of the subjects involved were also involved in a leaving the scene of an accident situation.

We spoke with Sergeant Darron Moore about the incident.

DARRON MOORE:

On Saturday evening around 7:30 officers responded to the area of C and Sycamore in reference to an assault. Officers located the victim Randy Foster, who said he was assaulted by four suspects in a white Ford Crown Victoria. Within a few moments Officer Billy Duckett located the suspect vehicle and conducted a traffic stop at the corner of C and Sycamore. During the investigation it was determined the driver of the suspect vehicle hadn't taken part in the assault and had picked up the suspects earlier as they fled from the scene of a motor vehicle accident which occurred at the corner of Mill and spring. The accident was determined to have occurred when the driver, identified as Jennifer Scarlett, accelerated driving and careless and imprudent manner. She lost control and struck a utility pole. Scarlett and the occupants of the vehicle fled the scene of the accident prior to officer’s arrival. During the investigation it was learned a five-year-old female was in the vehicle at the time of the accident. The child sustained a minor head injury as a result of the accident. Witnesses at the scene confirmed the child was not restrained in a child safety seat at the time. The child’s parents, Daryl and Jennifer Scarlett, were both arrested for endangering the welfare of a child due to their failure to seek medical attention for the child after fleeing the scene of the accident. Jennifer Scarlett was also arrested on a charge of leaving the scene of an accident, first-degree property damage, as well as assaulting an officer while receiving medical attention at the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Doth Jennifer and Darryl Scarlett, along with Dorothy Mae Neeley, were charged in the assault of Randy Foster. Daryl Scarlett was also charged for resisting arrest and assaulting an officer during the booking process.

DEPUTY HIT BY THROWN KNIFE DURING ARREST ATTEMPT A Dunklin County Deputy was reportedly hit by a thrown knife during an arrest attempt on Sunday.

According to authorities, deputies were attempting to arrest Robert Edwards, of Stoddard County, when he threw a knife that struck one of the deputies in the arm.

Edwards was tased by the other deputy and taken into custody on charges including assault of a law enforcement officer, armed criminal action, and burglary.

The deputy was taken to an area hospital for treatment and has since been released.

RIPLEY COUNTY ROAD TO BE CLOSED FOR ASPHALT OVERLAY Crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation will be in Ripley County today for a project on Route W.

During the partial asphalt overlay, Route W will be closed, except for local traffic only, between Route 142 and the Missouri State Line. Work will take place both today and tomorrow from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

Monday June 6, 2016

ONE DEAD FOLLOWING SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK IN BUTLER COUNTYOne man is dead in connection to a single vehicle wreck Sunday evening in Butler County.

Butler County Coroner Jim Akers tells us the wreck occurred on County Road 465, west of Poplar Bluff. A vehicle driven by 30 year old Kyle Divine, of Poplar Bluff, ran off the side of the road and struck a tree.

Akers says that Divine was pronounced dead at the scene.

PUXICO MAN ARRESTED ON MULTIPLE DRUG CHARGES A Puxico man has been taken into custody on multiple drug related charges.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38 year old Bryan Pressley was arrested Sunday morning in Stoddard County on felony charges of possession of methamphetamine and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

He is also facing a charge of possession of a controlled substance – marijuana. Following the arrest, Pressley was taken to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office on a 24 hour hold.

ROAD PROJECT BEGINNING TODAY IN STODDARD COUNTY Route WW in Stoddard County is being reduced to one lane beginning today so Missouri Department of Transportation crews can perform pavement repairs.

The work zone is located from Route J to Route 60.

Work is scheduled to take place today and tomorrow from 6 am to 4 pm daily.

MONTHLY TEST OF BUTLER COUNTY WEATHER SIRENS TO BE HELD TODAY County officials tell us that the monthly test of the Butler County weather sirens will be held today.

According to Butler County EMA Directory Robby Myers, the siren test will begin at noon in Poplar Bluff.

REMAINS IDENTIFIED AS MISSING KENNETT WOMAN Remains found in a small waterway south of Kennett have been identified as a woman who has been missing since February of 2015.

According to the Kennett Police Department, the remains have been identified as Deana R. Davison, of Kennett.

A sample of the remains was sent to the University of North Texas Center for Human Identification where DNA was extracted. A comparison to Ms. Davison’s known DNA samples resulted in a positive identification.

Officials say the investigation by the Kennett Police Department and Missouri State Highway Patrol Division of Drug and Crime Control is continuing.

Anyone has any information regarding this case is asked to contact the Kennett Police Department.

DECK COLLAPSE INJURES 16 IN SIKESTON 16 people were injured Friday night when a deck collapsed in Sikeston.

According to the Sikeston Department of Public Safety, a family was reportedly having an event on their elevated outside deck, in which over 20 people were gathered.

At some point during the event several people moved to one area of the deck to congratulate an expectant mother. Apparently the support gave way in this area of the deck and the deck fell away from the home. Several members of the group fell nearly 15 feet.

Multiple agencies responded to the scene to assist with the injured. Most of the injuries were minor but there were some broken limbs, lacerations and back injuries. Reportedly there were multiple expectant mothers who fell, but at last report they were expected to recover without any complications.

Fifteen of the injured were transported to Missouri Delta Medical Center and one was transported to a hospital in Cape Girardeau.

POPLAR BLUFF MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK A Poplar Bluff man was injured Saturday morning following a single vehicle wreck on US 160 in Ripley County.

According to authorities, a vehicle driven by 82 year old Harlan Vincent drove off the side of the roadway, struck a tree, and overturned in a creek.

Vincent was taken by EMS to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center with serious injuries.

ADVANCE MAN ARRESTED ON UNITED STATE MARSHAL WARRANT An Advance man is in custody on a United States Marshal Warrant.

Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter tells us that 36 year old Derek Dover was arrested on a warrant for escaping confinement due to him leaving a halfway house.

Dover was arrested without incident on Saturday following a report of a suspicious male walking around the parking lot of a business. He was transported to the Scott County Jail and remains in custody with no bond.

Walter says Dover will be extradited by the United States Marshall Service.

Friday June 3, 2016

MAN ESCAPES FROM MISSISSIPPI COUNTY JAIL IN NORTHEAST ARKANSASA manhunt is underway for a man who escaped from the Mississippi County Jail in Northeast Arkansas.

According to the Facebook page for Arkansas Community Correction, authorities are looking for 32 year old Wendell A. Shields.

On Wednesday, Shields allegedly climbed the interior fence of a recreation yard and managed to get on the roof. He then jumped off the roof and ran to a landfill.

He was being held on an absconder warrant and new charges of commercial burglary, theft of property and fleeing. He also has convictions that include burglary, theft, and firearm possession.

Shields is described as being 5 foot 8 inches tall, weighing 146 pounds, and having several tattoos.

Arkansas Community Correction says Shields is believed to have traveled to Osceola.

BOIL WATER ORDER ISSUED FOR CITY OF NAYLOR The city of Naylor is under a boil water order.

Officials tell us that the order was issued yesterday due to a busted water main. Naylor residents must boil their water for five minutes before drinking or using it to cook with.

The water is safe to use for baths and showers. It is also safe to wash clothes and dishes; however you should not add any bleach.

The boil water order is in effect until further notice.

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 24TH ANNUAL CHILDREN’S THEATRE DRAMA CAMP The dates have been set for the 24th annual children’s theatre drama camp at Three Rivers College.

The camp for students entering 2nd to 8th grade will be held from July 25th to July 29th.

Campers will participate in activities focusing on acting, improvisation, theatre games, creative dramatics, musical theatre and reader’s theatre. They will then show off what they have learned at a performance at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center.

Theatre instructor Tim Thompson of Three Rivers College will conduct the camp. Registration forms are available at the Tinnin Center office and the deadline to register is July 18th.

HEAVY RAINFALL POSSIBLE WITH TODAY AND TOMORROW STORMS We have rain in the forecast for both today and tomorrow and the National Weather Service says heavy rain is possible on both days.

According to a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued this morning, scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop today and continue tonight. The main hazards with these storms will be locally heavy rain and dangerous lightning.

More storms are in the forecast for Saturday, with heavy rain possibly being more widespread than today. A few severe storms with damaging winds cannot be ruled out as well.

NEW IMMUNIZATIONS REQUIRED FOR MISSOURI 8TH AND 12TH GRADERS Missouri students entering the 8th grade and 12th grade this fall will require an additional immunization for school.

According to the Butler County Health Department, one dose of meningoccal vaccine is now required for all students wishing to enter 8th grade. Two doses are now required for those going into the 12th grade, unless their first dose wasn’t received until the age of 16 or later, in which case one dose is sufficient.

A common outcome of meningococcal infection is meningitis. Meningococcal meningitis is very serious and can be fatal. In fatal cases, deaths can occur in as little as a few hours. In non-fatal cases, permanent disabilities can include hearing loss and brain damage.

Parents are advised to contact their family physician or local health department for more information on the meningoccal vaccine.

A full list of immunization requirements for the upcoming school year is available on the Butler County Health Department immunizations page.

INDEPENDENT LIVING CENTER TO HOST YARD SALE AND BAKE SALE TODAY The Independent Living Center of Southeast Missouri will be holding a yard sale and bake sale today to raise funds for their arthritis programs.

The event will be held from 8 am to 3 pm in the side parking lot of the center at 511 Cedar Street in Poplar Bluff.

For more information, contact the Independent Living Center at 573-686-2333.

PLEASANT HILL MASS CHOIR TO HOST BBQ FUNDRAISER THIS WEEKEND The Pleasant Hill Mass Choir will be hosting a BBQ fundraiser this weekend.

The fundraiser will be held at the Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church Family Center on Saturday. The Family Center is located at 1115 Garfield Street in Poplar Bluff.

Officials say that the menu will include a pulled pork sandwich, cole slaw, and baked beans.

Thursday June 2, 2016

AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING BREAK-IN IN THE WAPPAPELLO AREAAuthorities in Wayne County are investigating a break-in that occurred in the Wappapello area.

According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, there was a break-in at the Rhodes 101 gas station a few nights ago that caused a serious amount of damage to the building.

Anyone who has information about the incident is asked to contact the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department.

STODDARD COUNTY FAIR BOARD SPONSORING DEMOLITION DERBY THIS WEEKEND The Stoddard County Fair Board is sponsoring a demolition derby taking place this weekend.

The event will begin at 7 pm on June 4th at the Stoddard County Fair Grounds in Dexter. Admission is $10, with kids six to 12 years old getting in for $5. Children five and under get in for free.

For more information, contact Jason Holman at 573-576-0678.

BELL CITY WINS STATE BASEBALL TITLE The Bell City Cubs are state champions in Baseball.

The Cubs defeated the New Covenant Academy Warriors 7-2 yesterday in O’ Fallon to take home the Class 1 Spring Season Baseball title.

This is second consecutive state championship for Bell City; they defeated Atlanta High School in last year’s final 6-3.

MARYLAND MAN ARRESTED FOLLOWING ALLEGED OBSCENE ACT IN KENNETT Authorities in Kennett say a Maryland man is in custody in connection to an alleged obscene act.

Officials with the Kennett Police Department tell us that officers were dispatched to a Kennett business Wednesday afternoon, where two female employees stated they had observed the only customer in the business commit an obscene act toward them.

Officers arrested 44 year old Damon Knotts for indecent exposure. Following the arrest, Knotts was transported to the Dunklin County Jail.

NEW MADRID MAN ARRESTED ON FELONY FIREARM CHARGE A New Madrid man is facing a felony firearm charge following his arrest Tuesday in New Madrid County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 22 year old Jaylon Ross was taken into custody on a felony charge of unlawful possession of a firearm.

Following the arrest, Ross was held in New Madrid County on a 24 hour hold.

WALKING FOR TYLER SCHEUDLED FOR JUNE 4TH A fundraiser event has been scheduled to raise money for somebody who was involved in a four wheeler accident.

Walking for Tyler will be held at 9 am on June 4th at McLane Park. Attendees are encouraged to bring their dog along to the walk. Tyler Chilton was involved in a four wheeler accident in October and the fundraiser to help with his therapy.

There will be prizes and a silent auction, in addition to snacks and refreshments at the event.

T-Shirts and Bandanas will also be for sale.

Wednesday June 1, 2016

ROMBAUER MAN ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTING CHILDA Rombauer man has been taken into custody following an alleged assault of a juvenile.

According to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office, a Deputy was dispatched to a residence Sunday in reference to a disturbance in progress.

A man at the residence told the deputy that he observed 36 year old Raymond Russell strike a juvenile during an altercation.

The juvenile said that he and Russell had been involved in an argument that escalated into a physical altercation. During the altercation, Russell allegedly grabbed the juvenile and threw him to the floor. The juvenile says Russell then got on top of him and struck him with an open hand between twenty and thirty times.

Russell was arrested and taken to the Butler County Justice Center on charges of 2nd degree endangering the welfare of a child and 3rd degree assault.

GREENVILLE MAN FACING METH AND MARIJUANA CHARGES OUT OF WAYNE COUNTY A Greenville man is facing multiple charges in connection to his arrest Monday afternoon in Wayne County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 33 year old Joshua Taylor was arrested on charges of possession of under 35 grams of marijuana, tampering with evidence, and possession of a controlled substance methamphetamine.

Following the arrest, Taylor was transported to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office.

20 ARRESTS MADE IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI AS A PART OF THE 20 MILE TROOPER PROJECT Highway Patrol officials say 20 arrests were made this past weekend in Southeast Missouri as a part of the 20 mile trooper project.

Captain Jeffrey N. Vitale, commanding officer of Troop E, says that 13 of the arrests were for driving while intoxicated and the other seven were drug arrests. In addition, troopers issued 124 speed summonses, 32 seat belt summonses, and 21 child restraint summonses.

During the operation on Friday and Monday, Troopers were assigned to patrol 20-mile intervals on major highways and interstates in Southeast Missouri.

TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN NEW MADRID COUNTY MOTORCYCLE WRECK Two Gideon residents were seriously injured Monday following a wreck in New Madrid County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, both Michael and Nichole Cossey were riding on a motorcycle when a truck pulled into their path at US 62 and Highway 25.

Following the wreck, both people were taken by Air Medical to Regional One Health in Memphis. No injuries were listed for the driver of the truck.

TWO ARRESTED ON METH CHARGES IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS Two men were taken into custody over the weekend in Northeast Arkansas on meth charges.

Greene County Sheriff David Carter tells us that Robert Sanders was arrested for possession of crystal meth with purpose to deliver and James Lenderman was arrested for possession of crystal meth and drug paraphernalia. Carter did not specify if the arrests were connected to each other.

In addition to those two arrests, Carter says there were numerous arrests and warrants served each day throughout the holiday weekend.

DWI SATURATION SCHEDULED FOR THIS MONTH IN BUTLER COUNTY Sometime this month, troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be conducting an operation in Butler County.

Captain Jeffrey Vitale tells us that the operation will be a driving while intoxicated saturation enforcement operation. A driving while intoxicated saturation is a mobile operation in which troopers saturate a specific area in an effort to arrest impaired drivers.

Vitale says the operation will be conducted by the Highway Patrol in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies.

Tuesday May 31, 2016

MULTIPLE CHURCHES IN BUTLER AND STODDARD COUNTIES BROKEN INTO OVER THE WEEKENDOfficials in Butler and Stoddard County are investigating multiple church break-ins that occurred over the holiday weekend.

According to authorities, two of the break-ins were located in Butler County.

Cornerstone Tabernacle UPC in Poplar Bluff reported on their Facebook page that multiple items were stolen, including a keyboard and other sound equipment.

Another Poplar Bluff church, posted that computers, sound systems, and guitars were stolen from them.

Officials say there were also break-ins at churches in Stoddard County as well.

SILVA MAN INJURED AFTER BEING STRUCK BY A VEHICLE IN BUTLER COUNTY A Silva man was injured Sunday night after he was hit by a vehicle in Butler County.

According to the Highway Patrol, 36 year old Danny Robertson was struck by an unknown vehicle while walking on US 67, four miles north of Poplar Bluff.

Robertson suffered minor injuries and was taken to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN ARRESTED ON METHAMPHETAMINE CHARGE IN STODDARD COUNTY Authorities arrested a Poplar Bluff woman over the weekend on a felony meth charge.

According to the Highway Patrol, 28 year old Danielle Laporte was taken into custody Saturday afternoon in Stoddard County on a felony charge of possession of methamphetamine.

Following the arrest, she was taken to the Stoddard County jail on a 24 hour hold.

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR ANNUAL DONIPHAN KID’S FISHING CLINIC Registration is open for the annual Doniphan Kid's Fishing Clinic.

The event will be held on June 8th, beginning at 8:30 am. Officials say that space is limited and all attendees are required to register by calling the Doniphan Police Department at 996-7123. The clinic will be limited to 50 kids between the ages of 5 and 12.

Lunch along with transportation to and from the pond will be provided. The Doniphan Police Department and The Missouri Department of Conservation are also providing the tackle to be used during the clinic.

NEELYVILLE WOMAN KILLED IN UTV WRECK A Neelyville woman has died following a late night wreck Friday in Butler County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 20 year old Shelby Carter was riding on a UTV, when the vehicle rolled over and ejected her. Carter, who was reportedly not wearing a safety device, was pronounced dead at the scene.

No details were released on what caused the UTV to roll over and no injuries were listed for the driver.

ELLSINORE MAN FACING METHAMPHETAMINE CHARGE An Ellsinore man is facing a methamphetamine charge following his arrest Monday in Wayne County.

According to authorities, 26 year old Jeremy Miller was arrested shortly before noon on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine.

Miller was held in the Wayne County Jail following the arrest.

GOVERNOR NIXON PARDONS MAN WHO PLED GUILTY OF BURGLARY IN STODDARD COUNTY IN 1993 Missouri Governor Jay Nixon has granted pardons to nine people who were convicted of non-violent offenses.

One of the pardons was for John Robey, who pleaded guilty to a charge of first-degree burglary in Stoddard County in 1993. He served six months in prison which was followed by a five-year term of probation, from which he was granted an early discharge.

Robey is an officer in the Missouri National Guard who was awarded the Bronze Star for his meritorious service in Afghanistan. He currently works in computer security consulting.

Gov Nixon says that each of the individuals pardoned has completed his or her sentence and become a law-abiding citizen.

CUBA ACCEPTS 20 TON SHIPMENT OF RICE GROWN IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI The country of Cuba has received a shipment of rice from Southeast Missouri.

According to Missouri Governor Jay Nixon, on Monday Cuba formally accepted a 20-ton shipment of high-quality, long-grain rice grown and processed by the Martin Rice Company of Bernie.

Governor Nixon announced the shipment during an address to an entrepreneurial forum being held for members of a Missouri trade delegation and Cuban businesses and officials from the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Trade and Investment and the Cuba Chamber of Commerce.

The shipment of rice arrived at the deep-water Port of Mariel last week. There have been no U.S. rice sales to Cuba since 2008.

Friday May 27, 2016

SIKESTON AUTHORITIES SEARCHING FOR ROBBERY SUSPECTAuthorities in Sikeston are searching for a suspect in connection to a robbery earlier this week.

Captain James McMillen with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety tells us that a robbery was reported Monday night at Huck’s Convenience Store in Sikeston.

The suspect entered the business with a handgun in his hand and demanded money from the clerk. He then left on foot, running southwest from the area.

The clerk identified the suspect as a black male, around 6 feet tall and wearing a black hood, bandana, black shoes and gloves.

Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact Sikeston DPS at 573-471-1500.

HIGHWAY PATROL ENCOURAGES DRIVERS AND BOATERS TO HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY WEEKEND Memorial Day weekend is upon us and the Missouri State Highway Patrol wants local drivers and boaters to remember to put safety first.

Captain John Hotz tells us that every available trooper will be on the road enforcing traffic laws and assisting motorists during the long holiday weekend.

Hotz says that motorists should know where work zones are located along your route, pay attention while you are driving, and buckle up. If you are planning time on or near the water, make sure you wear a life jacket as well.

Motorists or boaters in need of assistance or who want to report a crime can use the Highway Patrol's Emergency Assistance number at 1-800-525-5555 or *55 on a cellular phone.

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY SCHEDULED FOR 11 AM AT VETERANS MEMORIAL WALL 11 a.m. will be the start time for the annual Memorial Day Ceremony in Poplar Bluff.

The ceremony, hosted by the Poplar Bluff Veterans Council, will be held Monday in front of the Black River Coliseum at the Veteran’s Memorial Wall.

The keynote speaker will be Denver Kennedy.

The event will be followed by a flag retirement ceremony in the parking lot across from the Coliseum.

TWO ARRESTED FOLLOWING SEARCH WARRANT IN GREENE COUNTY Two people have been taken into custody following the execution of a search warrant in Greene County, Arkansas.

Greene County Sheriff David Carter tells us that Loie Fraine and Linda English were arrested after numerous items were found during the search.

The two were arrested for possession of crystal meth, manufacture of methamphetamine, delivery of crystal methamphetamine, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

POPLAR BLUFF POLICE RECEIVE MULTIPLE FRAUD COMPLAINTS ABOUT SUSPECT CLAIMING TO REPRESENT IRS Officials in Poplar Bluff want area residents to be aware of a fraud scheme involve a suspect who claims to represent the Internal Revenue Service.

The Poplar Bluff Police Department says that they have received several complaints about the calls, which have had a male caller tell the intended victims that they owed money to the IRS; and threatened civil action and criminal charges if they did not send money immediately.

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

DONIPHAN TO HONOR COUNTRY MUSIC SINGER BILLY YATES The City of Doniphan will be honoring a Grammy nominated international country music singer/songwriter later today.

Billy Yates Day is being celebrated today at Heritage Park in Downtown Doniphan. As a part of the event, there will be a free yoga instruction beginning shortly after noon along with Music in the Park which will begin at 6 pm.

For more information, call 996-2623.

Thursday May 26, 2016

AUTHORITIES IN BUTLER COUNTY STILL SEARCHING FOR MISSING PUXICO MANButler County authorities are seeking help in locating a Puxico man who has been missing since last month.

Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs tells us that 50 year old Tim Harbin was last seen in April at K and J’s Git-N-Go in Fisk. Sheriff Dobbs says Harbin could be in serious danger and foul play has not been ruled out.

Authorities also cannot find Harbin’s truck, a black Ford F150 with a sliver stripe. Anyone with information on Harbin’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.

SAMPLES TAKEN FROM TRUCK A MATCH FOR DEAD POPLAR BLUFF TEEN Poplar Bluff police say results have come back in connection to an incident last year that claimed the life of a Poplar Bluff teenager.

We spoke with Detective Josh Stewart with the Poplar Bluff Police Department about the findings:

DET. JOSH STEWART:

On December 9th 2015, officers of the Poplar Bluff Police Department responded to a fatality leaving the scene accident at the intersection of Kanell Boulevard and Maud Street. Heavenly Hafford, 13 of Poplar Bluff, ultimately lost her life as a result of being struck by two vehicles. Witnesses at the scene provided descriptions of the two vehicles; a blue Volkswagen Beetle, later determined to belong to Randall Sparks, 42 of Poplar Bluff, and a black Ford F-150; later determined to belong to Benjamin Ressel, 39 of Poplar Bluff. In processing Ressel's vehicle, investigators obtained several swabs of suspected biological material. These swabs, along with a sample of Heavenly Hafford’s DNA, were later submitted to the Missouri State Highway Patrol crime laboratory in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. The Poplar Bluff Police Department recently received a certified lab report indicating one of the swabs submitted, taken from the skid plate of Mr. Ressel's vehicle, was a match to the sample provided for Heavenly Hafford. This information, along with the original report, was forwarded to the Butler County Prosecuting Attorney requesting charges. The investigation into this incident is considered closed.

We will continue following this story for you and will provide an update if charges are filed.

UPDATED: SUSPECT SHOT DURING ATTEMPTED BURGLARY IN WAYNE COUNTY A man was shot and killed Tuesday during an alleged attempted burglary at a home in Wayne County.

According to authorities, 54 year old Douglas West, of Williamsville, was shot in the chest as he was allegedly attempting to burglarize the home.

He was taken to a Poplar Bluff hospital where he passed away. The incident is under investigation.

WOMAN ALLEGEDLY STABS BOYFRIEND FOR BEING UNFAITHFUL A Poplar Bluff woman is facing charges after she allegedly stabbed her boyfriend for being unfaithful.

KWOC News spoke with Detective Josh Stewart with the Poplar Bluff Police Department about the incident.

DET. JOSH STEWART:

On the afternoon of Tuesday May 24th, 2016, officers with the Poplar Bluff Police Department responded to a reported stabbing in the 1100 block of North Main Street. Upon arrival, officers found the victim Eljie Johnson, 24 of Poplar Bluff, suffering from stab wounds. Johnson was subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries. Officers also came into contact with Johnson's girlfriend nineteen-year-old Bethany Payne. Payne admitted to assaulting Johnson due to him being unfaithful. Payne was placed under arrest for 2nd degree domestic assault and later lodged at the Butler County Justice Center.

IDENTITY RELEASED OF SUSPECT ARRESTED FOLLOWING RISCO BANK ROBBERY Updating a story we brought to you yesterday, authorities have released the identity of a man arrested after a bank robbery Tuesday in Risco.

According to the New Madrid County Sheriff’s Department, they were alerted Tuesday of an armed robbery at the First State Community Bank in Risco, where a black male had entered the bank with a gun and demanded money.

The suspect then left the bank with an undetermined amount of money. Officers with the Malden Police Department located the suspect’s vehicle, and when they made contact with the driver, they observed several items used in the bank robbery in the front seat.

The officers took the suspect, George Reed, into custody and located a package of methamphetamine along with a large amount of cash. Several of the bills matched the First State Community Bank's serial numbers of U.S. currency that had been stolen.

Reed is being held on a $50,000 cash only bond for possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute.

ONE DEAD, TWO INJURED FOLLOWING HEAD ON COLLISION IN GREENE COUNTY A Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, man has died following a head on collision Tuesday afternoon in Greene County.

According to the Arkansas State Police, a vehicle driven by 22 year old Jerrod Leisure reportedly crossed the center line of Highway 135, near Oak Grove, and struck another vehicle.

Leisure was killed in the wreck. A passenger in Leisure’s vehicle and the driver of the second vehicle suffered unidentified injuries and were taken to area hospitals.

MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL TO PARTICIPATE IN PROJECT OVER HOLIDAY WEEKEND State troopers throughout Southeast Missouri will be taking to the highways this weekend as a part of a statewide enforcement project.

Captain Jeffrey Vitale, commanding officer of Troop E in Poplar Bluff tells us that Troop E officers will take part in a peak travel crash reduction enforcement program on Friday, May 27th, and Monday, May 30th.

During the program, a trooper will be placed 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 enforce aggressively all traffic violations which may contribute to unsafe traveling conditions.

Wednesday May 25, 2016

SUSPECT SHOT DURING ATTEMPTED BURGLARY IN WAYNE COUNTYA suspect has died after they were shot during an alleged attempted burglary.

According to authorities, the incident occurred Tuesday afternoon at a home in Wayne County.

The suspect was shot in the chest and taken to a Poplar Bluff hospital where they passed away. The identity of the suspect was not released.

POSSIBLE DAILY STORMS COULD BRING LIGHTNING AND HEAVY RAIN TO SOUTHEAST MISSOURI The National Weather Service says we have chances of thunderstorms almost daily through early next week.

According to a Hazardous Weather Outlook issued this morning, heavy rain and lightning should be the primary hazards with the storms, however an isolated strong or severe thunderstorm cannot be ruled out.

The National Weather Service is asking storm spotters to stay informed about the latest updates and forecasts throughout the week.

MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAM TO BE HELD AT MISSOURI STATE VETERANS CEMETARY IN BLOOMFIELD Libby Johnson, Associate Director of the John J. Pershing VA Medical Center, will be the keynote speaker for the annual Memorial Day program at the Missouri State Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield.

The program will begin at 1 pm at the Committal Shelter Plaza at the cemetery.

Families and friends of those interred, as well as the general public, are invited to attend to help honor all veterans.

PERSON OF INTREST IN CUSTODY FOLLOWING RISCO BANK ROBBERY A person has been taken into custody following a bank robbery in New Madrid County.

According to authorities, a man reportedly showed a gun and demanded money Tuesday morning at First State Community Bank in Risco.

Authorities have taken a person of interest into custody in connection to the incident. The name of the person in custody was not available.

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND SENIOR SERVICES REMINDS RESIDENTS TO PROTECT AGAINST BUG BITES Summer is rapidly approaching and that means bugs are starting to be seen in greater numbers throughout Missouri.

State officials have compiled a few tips for protecting against mosquito and tick bites as you enjoy the outdoors this summer.

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Acting Director Peter Lyskowski tells us that there are a few easy steps, such as wearing insect repellent or ensuring there is no standing water around your home, that can provide protection against very serious diseases that bugs can carry.

In addition, when the weather allows it, you can wear long, loose-fitting shirts and pants to reduce your chances of getting bitten by a mosquito.

Also, keeping the doors, screens and windows in your home secure and intact, along with using air conditioning to keep your house cool when possible, will help reduce your exposure to mosquitoes by keeping them outside.

More information is available online at the Center for Disease Control website at www.cdc.gov.

CHANOIA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT HOSTING ANNUAL MAYFEST THIS WEEKEND The Chaonia Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting their annual Mayfest event this weekend.

The event will begin at 1 pm on Saturday at the Firehouse located at Highways 172 and W in Wayne County.

Officials say there will be live music, games, an auction, and food available. For more information, contact Nancy Cox at 573-297-3580.

Tuesday May 24, 2016

DEXTER MAN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE WRECK  

An area man has died following a motorcycle wreck yesterday in Cape Girardeau County.

Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol tell us that 25 year old Jacob Fields, of Dexter, was attempting to pass a vehicle on Missouri Highway 25 when the wreck occurred.

The vehicle Fields was trying to pass was making a left hand turn and Fields motorcycle collided with the rear of the vehicle, ejecting him.

Fields was pronounced dead at the scene.

AREA SHERIFF WARNING OF FAKE ONE HUNDRED DOLLAR BILLS IN CIRCULATION

An area sheriff is warning citizens and businesses about possible fake money.

Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller tells us that there have been reports of fake one hundred dollar bills that have been in circulation in the area.

Pictures of the bills were posted on the Clay County Sheriff’s Department facebook page.

Sheriff Miller advises everyone to be on the lookout for any counterfeit bills and if they were to encounter them, contact the Clay County Sheriff's Department.

POPLAR BLUFF WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED AFTER HER MOTORCYCLE HITS A DER

A Poplar Bluff woman has serious injuries after her motorcycle hit a deer on Sunday.

According to authorities, 58 year old Teresa Persons hit the deer Sunday afternoon on Highway 19, near Grier in Oregon County.

Following the wreck, Persons was taken by ambulance to the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.

MAN ARRESTED IN BUTLER COUNTY ON SALE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WARRANT

A Poplar Bluff man was taken into custody early Sunday morning on a warrant out of Butler County.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 27 year old Rusty Bryant was arrested on a warrant for felony sale of a controlled substance.

Bryant is also facing a charge of driving while suspended.

DONIPHAN MAN FLOWN TO AREA HOSPITAL FOLLOWING SINGLE VEHICLE WRECK

A single vehicle wreck on Monday has left a Doniphan man with serious injuries.

According to the Highway Patrol, 43 year old Shain Radford’s vehicle ran off the side of Highway U, near Doniphan, and struck a tree.

Radford, who was reportedly not wearing a safety device, was taken by Air Evac to St. Francis Medical Center.

DEXTER WOMAN IN CUSTODY ON CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WARRANT

Authorities in Stoddard County say a Dexter woman is in custody on a controlled substance warrant.

According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 43 year old Lesa Lynn Freeman was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear and possession of a controlled substance.

Freeman remained in jail as of this morning on a $9,500 bond.

DRIVERS URGED TO USE CAUTION IN THE AREA OF THE 100 MILE YARD SALE THIS WEEKEND

The annual 100 mile yard sale is this weekend and the Missouri Department of Transportation is urging motorists to use caution.

The yard sale spans from Jackson to Kennett along Missouri State Highway 25 and will begin on Thursday and continue through Memorial Day on Monday.

Traffic Engineer Craig Compas tells us that there will be more traffic and congestion along the highway this weekend than any other.

MoDOT will have message boards in place along the route to alert drivers of the unusual traffic patterns and promote safe driving.