MAN WANTED ON CHILD MOLESTATION AND STAUTORY RAPE CHARGES TAKEN INTO CUSTODY
Authorities in Scott County have taken a man who is wanted on multiple charges into custody.
According to authorities, Raymond Stovall, of Sikeston, is wanted on charges of child molestation, statutory rape, and statutory sodomy.
The Scott County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook Thursday morning asking for the public’s help in finding Stovall, who had not been seen since May 5th.
Less than 12 hours after making the post, Stovall was taken into custody.
The Sheriff’s Office gave thanks to the public and other agencies for their help and cooperation.
NEW SCOREBOARD TO BE INSTALLED AT POPLAR BLUFF FOOTBALL FIELD
Poplar Bluff Mules football fans will have a new attraction to look out for at the beginning of the season this fall.
School officials say that a new scoreboard will be installed at the Mules Stadium this summer. A new sound system will also be installed.
Students in a media class at Poplar Bluff High School will be learning how to run the scoreboard and will be manning the board during football games.
DATE ANNOUNCED FOR POPLAR BLUFF HISTORIC TRAIN DEPOT 3RD ANNUAL DINNER AUCTION
A date has been announced for the 3rd annual Poplar Bluff Historic Train Depot Dinner Auction.
The event will be held on Saturday, September 24th, at the train depot on South Main Street.
The auction and social hour will begin at 6 pm, followed by dinner at 7 pm. Tickets go on sale on June 25th and will be available for $45 at EventBrite.com.
All proceeds raised will be put back into the restoration efforts of the Historical Train Depot.
BE SURE TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM TICKS
With spring in full swing, remember to protect yourself from ticks.
According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services there are several steps you can take to protect yourselves from ticks and tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
You can start by avoiding brushy or wooded areas and remember to use insect repellent. Also clear tall grass and brush from around your home.
After being outdoors, take a shower and check yourself for any ticks. If you do find one, remove it immediately.
Using tweezers or commercial tick removal tools is preferred to reduce the chance of disease transmission.
The key to using tweezers correctly is to position the tips of tweezers around the area where the tick's mouthparts enter the skin. Then use a slow, steady motion when pulling the tick away from the skin.
After removing the tick, disinfect the skin with soap and water, or other available disinfectants.
US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS ENCOURAGES WATER SAFETY
Residents from across Southeast Missouri and Northeast Arkansas are heading to area lakes and rivers and officials are reminding everyone to be safe.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Wappapello Lake is reminding visitors of the importance of practicing safe, sensible, and thoughtful activities in, on, and around open water.
One of the most important things you can do is remember to wear a life jacket.
You can learn more water safety tips by visiting PleaseWearIt.com.
REESEFEST SET FOR THIS WEEK IN NAYLOR
The 2nd Annual Reesefest event will be held this weekend.
The Reese Ainley Foundation will be hosting the event beginning at 9:30 am on Saturday with a church service at Judson Park in Naylor.
There will be live music, a silent auction, and carnival games beginning at 11 am.
A beauty pageant will start at 1 pm.
For more information, call 573-712-6459.
