POPLAR BLUFF POLICE LOOKING FOR MISSING MAN
Officials in Poplar Bluff are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man.
Captain David Sutton with the PBPD tells KWOC News that on October 31st, 28 year old Devonta Ivory Green, of Poplar Bluff, was reported missing by a family member.
Green was last seen in the 1600 block of South Broadway at around 5:00 pm on October 28th.
Anyone who has information on where Green may be or has information which might help the search is asked to contact the Poplar Bluff Police Department at 573-785-5776.
POPLAR BLUFF HIGH SCHOOL POM SQUAD TO COMPETE IN NATIONAL COMPETITION
Poplar Bluff High School students will be participating in a national event next March.
The PBHS Pom Squad has received an automatic bid to compete in the 2023 National Dance Alliance Nationals in Orlando, Florida.
The team participated in the 2022 NDA Camp earlier this year. Officials say that bids are given according to a point system based on all-around, game day routine, team dance, spirit and overall participation at NDA camps.
The Pom Squad will be raising funds to help pay for the trip and anyone who would like to help is asked to contact coach Ashley Griffin at ashleygriffin@pb.k12.mo.us.
STATE OFFICIALS STRESS SAFETY FOR NON-HUNTERS DURING HUNTING SEASON
Firearms deer season will open this weekend in Missouri and state officials are reminding non-hunters that they also need to practice safety measures when afield.
Officials say that non-hunters should wear bright clothing to be more visible, such as a bright orange hat, jacket, or pack.
Place a bright orange vest or bandana on canines who join you and remember to keep them leashed. Be aware that hunters are often most active during the early morning and late afternoon, when game animals are most active. Be especially aware of your own visibility during these times when light is dim.
Stay on designated trails. Trails are designed to improve the safety of public users and to protect sensitive habitats. Enjoying recreational activities only on designated trails will reduce the likelihood of entering hunting areas.
If you hear shooting, raise your voice, and let hunters know you are in the area.
PEDESTRIAN STRUCK BY A VEHICLE NEAR CAMPBELL
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle during a wreck near Campbell.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the incident occurred when a car struck a parked truck on County Road 229, two miles north of Campbell.
The truck then hit 52 year old David Cross, of Malden, who was standing behind the vehicle.
Cross received minor injuries and was taken by ambulance to a Poplar Bluff hospital.
NINE POPLAR BLUFF STUDENTS TO PERFORM WITH SOUTHEAST MISSOURI ALL-DISTRICT BAND
A total of nine band students from Poplar Bluff High School have qualified to perform with the Southeast Missouri All-District Band.
Auditions for the band were held last week in Jackson.
PBHS concert band qualifiers include Braeden Johnson on clarinet; Caleb Shepard on trumpet; Kristyn Millner on French horn; Ian Gholson on trombone; and William Montgomery on tuba.
The All-District concert will be held on Saturday, November 19th, at Cape Central High School.
High School jazz band qualifiers include Connar Jones on alto sax; Dylan Bledsoe on trombone; Damaireus Winters on bass trombone; and Dawson Parker on drums.
The jazz band will perform during the Three Rivers College Jazz Festival in February at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center.
HIGHWAY PATROL SEEKING APPLICANTS FOR 118TH RECRUIT CLASS
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is seeking applicants for its new recruit class.
Officials say that the 118th Recruit Class will report to the Patrol's Law Enforcement Academy on July 3rd, 2023.
The selection process is a multi-phase testing procedure including: written examination, a physical fitness for duty assessment, polygraph examination, background investigation, and oral interview board.
To be eligible, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy.
You can learn more by contacting a Patrol recruiter at 1-800-796-7000. The deadline to apply is December 9th.
