CHANCES OF SNOW TODAY IN SOUTHEAST MISSOURI
We could be seeing some dangerous driving conditions this afternoon.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for most of Southeast Missouri to start at noon today and continue through midnight tonight.
Officials say that snow is expected with total accumulations reaching around one inch. This could cause slippery road conditions during the evening commute.
Motorists are being advised to slow down and use caution while traveling.
BERNIE MULES TO PLAY IN CLASS TWO STATE SEMIFINAL TONIGHT
The Bernie Mules basketball team will be playing tonight for a spot in the Class 2 state championship game.
The Mules will be taking on Putnam County tonight at 6 pm in Springfield in the Class 2 State Semifinal.
A win will see the Mules advance to the Class 2 Championship game on Saturday.
Charleston advanced to the Class 3 state championship game last night after beating Duchesne 56-53. The Blue Jays will play this afternoon at 4 pm in the state final vs. Lafayette County.
Also today, the Ellington girls’ basketball team will take on St. Paul Lutheran in the Class 2 Girls State Semifinal.
The New Madrid County Central Eagles will be playing in their Class 4 State Quarterfinal against Lift for Life Academy Charter on Saturday in Hillsboro.
CLOCKS TO SPRING FORWARD THIS SUNDAY
With spring coming up, it is almost time for your clocks to spring forward.
Daylight Saving Time will begin at 2 am Sunday morning. Remember to set your clocks ahead 1 hour before you go to sleep Saturday night.
The Missouri Division of Fire Safety says that the beginning of Daylight Saving Time is also a good opportunity to change the batteries of and test your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
Officials say that families should also practice their fire escape plan, and get in the habit of regularly planning how to evacuate.
Daylight Saving Time will come to an end this year on Sunday, November 6th.
ONE IN CUSTODY IN CONNECTION TO HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION IN NORTHEAST ARKANSAS
A possible homicide is under investigation in Northeast Arkansas.
Clay County Sheriff Terry Miller tells KWOC News that a victim identified as Matthew Hale was found dead Tuesday night in the Rector area.
A man has been taken into custody in Southeast Missouri in connection to the investigation.
The Clay County Sheriff’s Office, the Arkansas State Police, and Missouri State Highway Patrol are all participating in the investigation.
We will keep following this story and provide you updates as they become available.
NORTHEAST ARKANSAS MAN FOUND GUILTY ON MULTIPLE RAPE CHARGES
A northeast Arkansas man will spend the rest of his life behind bars following his conviction on multiple rape charges.
According to the Prosecuting Attorney’s office, 46 year old Shanny Grady was found guilty earlier this week to five counts of rape after a two day trial.
Grady was sentenced to five life terms of imprisonment.
In June of 2020, Paragould police learned of potential inappropriate sexual activity involving a minor.
Following an investigation, Grady and a woman, identified as Carleena Hawkins, were arrested and charged with various criminal offenses, including rape.
Hawkins had previously pleaded guilty to one count of rape, and the circuit court sentenced her to 35 years’ imprisonment.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TODAY FOR GIRLS YOUTH VOLLEYBALL IN POPLAR BLUFF
The registration deadline is today for girls youth volleyball in Poplar Bluff.
According to Poplar Bluff Parks and Registration, girls in 3rd through 6th grades can sign up to participate. The cost is $20 and also includes a t-shirt. Games will be played at the Poplar Bluff Middle School.
Parents can register their children for youth volleyball at the Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation office or online at pbparks.org.
