SUSPECT IN CUSTODY FOLLOWING 14 HOUR MANHUNT IN CARTER COUNTY

A shooting suspect is in custody following an extensive manhunt in Carter County.

According to the Carter County Sheriff Alonzo Bradwell, at approximately 7:20 pm on Saturday, law enforcement personnel responded to a report of gunfire at a residence located on County Road 330. Upon arrival, officers discovered three victims who had sustained injuries at the scene.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN MISSOURI IS WEDNESDAY FOR UPCOMING PRIMARY ELECTION

The deadline is approaching to make sure you are registered to vote in Missouri for the upcoming election.

According to the Missouri Secretary of State’s Office, the last day to register to vote in Missouri for the primary election is July 8th.

The primary election is scheduled for Tuesday, August 4th.

POPLAR BLUFF TO CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY ON SATURDAY

Poplar Bluff residents will be out celebrating the Fourth of July this Saturday.

The celebration will start Saturday morning with the Red, White, and Run 5K run and walk beginning at 7:30 am. Proceeds from the run will go to Haven House.

Check in and Registration will begin at 7 am at the Square in downtown Poplar Bluff.

OFFICIALS URGE CAUTION FOR AREA RESIDENTS DUE TO CONTINUING HIGH TEMPERATURES THIS WEEK

Officials with the American Red Cross are urging Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas residents to be cautious with the extremely high temperatures this week.

The excessive heat warning for the region has been extended until 8 pm on Friday. Weather officials say that daily maximum heat index readings in Poplar Bluff could remain over 100 degrees through the holiday weekend.

COOLING ITEM GIVEAWAY TO BE HELD TODAY AT MISSOURI HIGHLANDS HEALTH CARE IN POPLAR BLUFF

Missouri Highlands Health Care will be distributing cooling items to area residents today during the ongoing heatwave.

Beginning at 9 this morning, Missouri Highlands will have free box fans, neck fans, and cooling towels at their Copper Top location.

Supplies are limited so area residents are encouraged to stop by Copper Top early to pick up some items to help you stay cool.

DANGEROUS HEAT AND HUMIDITY EXPECTED FOR THIS WEEK

The first extended heat wave of the summer has started in Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas.

According to the National Weather Service, daily highs are expected to be in the mid 90’s for much of this week, with heat index values possibly getting around 105 degrees.

The heat and humidity will increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH SATURDAY, TO BE FOLLOWED BY HOT TEMPS ON SUNDAY

Possible heavy rainfall could cause flood conditions through the first part of this weekend.

According to the National Weather Service in Paducah, a flood watch is in effect for most of Southeast Missouri through Saturday morning.