POPLAR BLUFF MAN FACING ASSAULT AND ARMED CRIMINAL ACTION CHARGES IN CONNECTION TO STABBING
A Poplar Bluff man is facing multiple charges in connection to a stabbing incident earlier this week.
According to Lieutenant Keith Hefner with the Poplar Bluff Police Department, 30 year old Irvan Hendrix was taken into custody following an incident on Tuesday where three people suffered stab injuries.
Hendrix has been charged with three counts each of 1st degree assault and armed criminal action. His initial arraignment has been scheduled for this morning.
26 COVID 19 DEATHS FROM LATE 2020 AND EARLY 2021 REPORTED IN BUTLER COUNTY
There was a recent jump in reported COVID-19 deaths in Butler County that officials say are from around six months ago.
According to the Butler County Health Department, the department was not notified of 26 COVID related deaths that occurred during late 2020 and early 2021.
Those deaths have now been added to the total which raised the amount of COVID-19 deaths to 84 in Butler County.
SIKESTON MAN ARRESTED ON CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES
Authorities in Southeast Missouri have arrested a Sikeston man on child pornography charges.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 38 year old Christopher Arivett was taken into custody Wednesday on felony charges of promotion of child pornography first degree and possession of child pornography and video.
Following the arrest, Arivett was held at the Scott County Jail.
DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION RELEASES TIPS TO HELP PREVENT WILDFIRES
Summer is here and Missourians across the state will be heading outdoors to enjoy some fun in the sun. The Missouri Department of Conservation is reminding everyone to be careful when doing things that might cause a wildfire.
If you are out making a campfire, remember to clear a generous zone around fire rings. Store unused firewood a good distance from a campfire, and never use gasoline, kerosene, or other flammable liquid to start a fire. Keep fire-extinguishing materials, such as a rake, shovel, and bucket of water, close.
When burning things outdoors, don’t burn during the wrong conditions. Dry grass, high temperatures, low humidity, and wind make fire nearly impossible to control. Check with your local fire department regarding burn bans that may be in place.
Here are some additional tips from the Missouri Department of Conservation:
“FIREWORKS: Don’t light fireworks in any areas where the sparks could ignite dry grass, leaves, or other potential fire fuel. Always have an approved fire extinguisher and an available water supply to douse sparks or flames. Wet the area around where fireworks are being discharged. Check with local ordinances and authorities for bans on fireworks and open burning.
OUTDOOR BURNING: Don’t burn during wrong conditions. Dry grass, high temperatures, low humidity, and wind make fire nearly impossible to control. Check with local fire departments regarding burn bans that may be in place. A person who starts a fire for any reason is responsible for any damage it may cause.
DRIVING OFF ROAD: Wildfires can start when dry fuel, such as grass, comes in contact with catalytic converters. Think twice before driving into and across a grassy field. Never park over tall, dry grass or piles of leaves that can touch the underside of a vehicle. When driving vehicles off road, regularly inspect the undercarriage to ensure that fuel and brake lines are intact, and no oil leaks are apparent. Always carry an approved fire extinguisher on vehicles that are used off road. Check for the presence of spark arresters on ATV exhausts.
MAKING A CAMPFIRE: Clear a generous zone around fire rings. Store unused firewood a good distance from a campfire. Never use gasoline, kerosene, or other flammable liquid to start a fire. Keep campfires small and controllable. Keep fire-extinguishing materials, such as a rake, shovel, and bucket of water, close. Extinguish campfires each night and before leaving camp, even if it’s just for a few moments.
CALL FOR HELP: Call 911 at the first sign of a fire getting out of control.”
ROAD WORK UNDERWAY IN DONIPHAN
Road crews will be at work for around two weeks in Doniphan.
According to the City of Doniphan Facebook page, contractors are currently working at the north end of town and are planning to continue working in the area of Hillcrest Drive and Short Street.
During the project, portions of both roads will be closed to through traffic. Motorists are being asked to use caution while in the area.
KATY LANE IN POPLAR BLUFF TO BE CLOSED TO THRU TRAFFIC TODAY
A portion of a Poplar Bluff road will be closed today.
According to the Poplar Bluff Street Department, crews will be overlaying Katy Lane today.
During the repairs, Katy Lane will be closed to through traffic.
