DEADLINE APPROACHING TO ENTER INTO THE RIVER RADIO LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE
Parade lights will be shining bright in Downtown Poplar Bluff this December for the 2022 River Radio Lighted Christmas Parade.
Entries are now being accepted for the parade, which is scheduled for 6 pm on Friday, December 2nd. Entry forms are available on our Facebook page and website. The deadline for entries is November 25th.
The parade route this year will run from Highway 142 at McDonalds through downtown Poplar Bluff before looping back and ending at the Black River Coliseum.
Trophies will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. For more information, call 573-785-0881.
AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATING NON-FATAL SHOOTING IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS
One person was shot during an incident Thursday morning in Northeast Arkansas.
Officials with the Paragould Police Department tell KWOC News that shortly after 6 am on Thursday, Paragould Emergency Service received a report of an altercation between two subjects on East Court Street. The altercation resulted in one of the subjects being shot and it appears that the gunshot wound is non-life threatening.
Crews rendered aid to the subject and transported them to an area hospital. The other subject was taken into custody.
Officials say that no further information will be released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AUTO TOUR TO BEGIN ON NOVEMBER 25TH
We are one week away from the beginning of an annual holiday tradition in Southeast Missouri.
The 30th Annual Festival of Lights Auto Tour will be held in the Redman Creek Campground East from 5pm to 9pm on November 25th to December 25th.
For more information contact the Wappapello Lake Project Office by calling (573) 222-8562.
MOTORISTS ENCOURAGED TO DRIVE SAFELY DURING THE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY PERIOD
Many Missouri residents are getting ready to get on the road to see their family for Thanksgiving, but officials are urging motorists to keep safety in mind.
According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, 12 people were killed and another 540 were injured during the 2021 Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
MoDOT is urging motorists to be vigilant, always buckle up, obey posted speed limits and never drive impaired or distracted.
State Troopers will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E., over the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, enforcing all traffic laws, and being available to assist the public.
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.
POPLAR BLUFF SCHOOL FORGES PARTNERSHIP WITH NORTHSIDE NUTRITION CENTER
A Poplar Bluff School has partnered with the Northside Nutrition Center to serve senior citizens lunch.
Several students from Mark Twain School have been working for free at the Poplar Bluff Housing Authority’s Twin Towers four days a week since September.
Instructor Darla Nunn, who presides over the Jobs for America’s Graduates program, says that the students are not only learning "hands-on life skills" but "people skills" in a "huge, positive atmosphere."
The relationship was established when Emily LeMaster, Nutrition Center administrator, observed Nunn’s JAG students volunteering at the Bread Shed. A schedule was arranged so students could clock in with timesheets and receive evaluations for a grade.
Also new this year, Mark Twain students have been volunteering at the Animal Welfare Alliance, along with mentoring at the Kindergarten Center.
MOTORISTS REMINDED TO WATCH FOR ANIMALS ON THE ROADWAY
With fall in full swing, motorists are being reminded to watch out for animals on the roadways.
According to 2021 statistics from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, drivers in Missouri experienced 3,779 traffic crashes where deer-vehicle strikes occurred. One deer strike occurred every 2 hours and 18 min in the state. In these crashes, there were three fatalities and 420 people were injured.
Drivers should never swerve to avoid animals in the road as it can cause loss of control of their vehicles, resulting in serious injury or death. To avoid hitting a deer, always be cautious and keep your eyes scanning both sides of the roadway.
Missouri law says that an individual who has struck and killed a deer with their vehicle may claim the deer carcass if written authorization to possess the deer is granted by a Missouri Department of Conservation agent.
The Wildlife Dispensation permit is free, but you need to contact the Missouri Department of Conservation to obtain the permit.
