AREA MAN IN CUSTODY ON MULTIPLE COUNTS OF CHILD MOLESTATION
An area man is in custody following his arrest on multiple counts of child molestation.
According to Missouri Case Net, a warrant was served over the weekend for Alvin Burns, of Fisk, on three counts of 2nd degree child molestation.
According to a probable cause statement, Burns is accused of inappropriately touching multiple children.
Burns was arraigned earlier this week where he entered a plea of not guilty.
MOTORISTS ENCOURAGED TO DRIVE SAFELY OVER THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY WEEKEND
Many Missouri residents are getting ready to get on the road to see their family over the Thanksgiving holiday, but officials are urging motorists to keep safety in mind.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, 12 people were killed and another 41 were seriously injured during the 2020 Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
MoDOT is urging motorists to be vigilant, always buckle up, obey posted speed limits and never drive impaired or distracted.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Emergency Report line 1-800-525-5555, or (star)55 on a cellular phone. Motorists should use the emergency line if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AUTO TOUR TO OPEN THIS FRIDAY
The official opening of the 29th Annual Festival of Lights Auto Tour is set for Friday.
The Wappapello Lake Area Association and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be partnering for this year’s event at the Redman Creek East Campground from November 26th through December 26th.
For more information, visit the Wappapello Lake US Army Corps of Engineers Facebook page or Call the Management Office at 573-222-8562.
NEELYVILLE TO HOST PUBLIC HEARING TO DISCUSS BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION
The City of Neelyville will be holding a public hearing next month to discuss an application for a community development block grant.
The hearing has been scheduled for 6 pm on Thursday, December 9th at the Neelyville City Hall.
The city’s proposed project consists of paving and street repairs on sections of Circle Drive, 2nd Street, Main Street, 1st Street, and Shackleford Street.
The project is estimated to cost approximately $465,000.
Anyone with questions is asked to contact Mayor Kevin Bynum at 573-213-4945.
