HIGH WATER LEVELS CAUSE CLOSURE OF PORTION OF CURRENT RIVER
Officials have closed a portion of Current River due to elevated river levels.
According to Ozark National Scenic Riverways, the lower current river is closed to all non-motorized vessels from Logyard to Gooseneck.
Updates about the river’s status will be posted on the Ozark National Scenic Riverways Facebook page.
DATE SET FOR ST. JUDE VIP BANQUET IN POPLAR BLUFF
A date has been announced for the 6th annual St. Jude VIP Banquet in Poplar Bluff.
The event has been scheduled for Friday, August 13th at the Black River Coliseum and will include food, raffles, games, live and silent auctions, door prizes, and more.
Doors will open at 5:30 pm with dinner starting at 6:45 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at EventBrite.com.
POPLAR BLUFF TRAILS COALITION HOSTING VOLUNTEER WORKDAY FOR NATIONAL TRAILS DAY
National Trails Day is this weekend and the Poplar Bluff Trails Coalition will be making improvements on the Wolf Creek Trail System.
The Coalition is hosting a Volunteer Workday on Saturday from 8 am to 11 am to install trail signs, clear the trail corridor, and work on drainage issues on the trail.
For more information on how to volunteer for the event visit the Poplar Bluff Trails Coalition Facebook page.
KENNETT TO BE INSPECTING CITY FIRE HYDRANTS THIS SUMMER
Kennett City Light, Gas, and Water has announced their annual fire hydrant inspection, maintenance, and flushing program will be done this summer.
All fire hydrants will be subject to inspection, maintenance, and testing from 8 am to 4:30 pm on Monday through Thursday until September 30th.
During testing in your neighborhood, you may notice a drop in water pressure, with pressure returning once testing is complete. Water may also become slightly discolored. The discolored water is nonhazardous but can stain clothing.
Officials suggest running water from one or more faucets for several minutes to clear the water.
If you have any additional questions, contact Kennett City Light, Gas, and Water at 573-888-5366.
REPORTS OF CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFTS INCREASING IN ARKANSAS
Arkansas state officials are urging state residents to take steps to prevent catalytic converter thefts.
Attorney General Leslie Rutledge tells KWOC News that catalytic converter thefts are on the rise and thieves are stealing the devices from all types of automobiles for their precious metals.
A catalytic converter is an EPA-approved exhaust emission control device that is usually found beneath the vehicle as part of the exhaust system.
Rutledge says that whenever possible you should park in well-lit areas or inside your garage if possible. You can also calibrate your car’s alarm system to alert you when it detects vibrations or consider having the catalytic converter welded to your car’s frame, making it harder to steal.
You can find more tips and information at ArkansasAG.gov.
PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT UNDERWAY IN WAYNE COUNTY AND MADISON COUNTIES
Route M in Madison and Wayne Counties is being reduced to one lane through next Thursday as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform pavement repairs.
The section of roadway affected is located from Route A in Madison County to the Wayne County line.
Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 am to 3:30 pm daily, through Thursday, June 10th.
