POSITIVE CASES OF COVID-19 VIRUS IN MISSOURI REACHES 5,900
The total cases of the coronavirus in Missouri continues to increase.
According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, as of Tuesday, there have been a total of 5,941 cases of the COVID-19 virus in Missouri, with just under 57,000 Missouri residents that have been tested for the disease. Among the cases, there have been a total of 189 deaths that were directly caused by the virus.
Residents are reminded not to panic, and to continue keeping social distancing and hygiene ethics in mind in order to stop any further spread of the disease.
If you are showing symptoms of the disease, such as shortness of breath, consistent coughing, and a fever, you’re advised to first contact your primary healthcare provider before visiting any emergency rooms or hospitals.
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED FOLLOWING VEHICLE CRASH IN WAYNE COUNTY
A driver was injured from a vehicle crash in Wayne County on Tuesday.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on Route D, at the lake view residential care facility, where a vehicle ran off the roadway and overturned.
The driver suffered serious injuries as a result of the crash, and was transported by air to a hospital in Cape Girardeau for treatment.
KENNETT SUPERINTENDENT RECEIVES ANNUAL MASA AWARD
The Missouri Association of School Administrators awarded the Superintendent of Kennett Public Schools with the annual Robert L. Pearce Award.
Due to the current spread of the COVID-19 virus, the award was announced and given to Kennett School’s Superintendent Chris Wilson in the Kennett District’s April board meeting, and includes a money reward, as well as a scholarship that will be awarded to a student of the district’s school.
Dr. Wilson has served as an administrator for the Kennett School District since the beginning of his career, and originally worked as an assistant superintendent before stepping up to his current role in 2010.
He has also worked as a governing role under the Twin Rivers Hospital, Kennett Chamber of Commerce, and Kennett Educational Foundation.
MOREHOUSE MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER AND TRAFFICKING CHARGES
A Morehouse man has been charged with sexual trafficking and murder.
Officials with the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control, 32 year old James Merritt, who had been charged with sexual trafficking on Thursday, was formally charged with first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence, and armed criminal action, on Monday.
These charges stem from an ongoing investigation by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, which includes authorities finding the body of 18 year old Haley Decker, who was reported missing on March 4th. Her body was found on March 26th, in the Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge in Illinois.
The additional charges will be added to Merritt’s existing charge on sexual exploitation trafficking, and more charges may be added as the investigation into this case proceeds.
MAN ARRESTED IN WAYNE COUNTY ON MULTIPLE FELONY CHARGES
A Greenville man was taken into custody in Wayne County on Tuesday for multiple felony charges.
According to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department, 42 year old Christopher Resinger was arrested on felony charges for delivery of a controlled substance to a jail facility, and possession of a controlled substance – methamphetamine and diazepam.
He was also charged with tampering with physical evidence, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of under 10 grams of marijuana.
Following his arrest, Resinger was transported to the Wayne County Jail.
ROAD IN NEW MADRID COUNTY SCHEDULED TO CLOSE DURING REPAIRS
A road in New Madrid County will be closed while road work is underway.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, a section of Route MM, between Route D and County Road 644, will be closed while crews replace a culvert underneath the roadway. The work is scheduled to take place today, from 7 am to 3 pm.
Additional information on road work and closings can be found by visiting MoDOT.Org.
