DEER SEASON BEGINS ON SATURDAY
Hunters from across Missouri will be heading to the woods this weekend for the beginning of deer season.
Officials with the Missouri Department of Conservation say that the November portion of the firearms deer season runs from November 11th through the 21st and the opening weekend is the most popular two days for most deer hunters in Missouri.
Hunters who harvest a deer from certain counties in the CWD Management Zone during the opening weekend must take their deer to a designated CWD sampling station.
You can find more information about deer season as well as regulations online at mdc.mo.gov.
BERNIE MAN ARRESTED ON RAPE CHARGES
A Bernie man is in custody in Stoddard County on rape charges.
According to the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department, 25 year old Adam Counts was booked Wednesday on two counts of rape or attempted rape - 1st degree and a single count of sodomy or attempted sodomy - 1st degree.
According to the probable cause affidavit, the charges stem from multiple incidents that occurred between January and July of this year.
During an interview with authorities, Counts admitted to having three sexual encounters with the victim.
He was booked into the Stoddard County Jail on a $75,000 cash only bond.
POPLAR BLUFF MIDDLE SCHOOL VETERANS DAY PARADE TO BEGIN AT 9:15 AM
A parade has been scheduled for today in Poplar Bluff to honor area veterans.
According to school officials, the Poplar Bluff Middle School Veterans Day Parade will begin this morning at 9:15 am. The parade will start at Highland Drive Church and then loop through the Middle School.
The veterans will be cheered on by Poplar Bluff Middle School students, the Poplar Bluff High School Band, Cheerleaders, and ROTC, as well as the Junior High Pom Squad.
Veterans are asked to be at the Poplar Bluff Middle School by 8:40 am.
Officials say that while the parade will be for veterans only, anyone who wants to watch the parade can do so on the Poplar Bluff Middle School Facebook page.
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.
This is also the time to be extra cautious and watching for deer while driving.
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO BE CLOSED TODAY FOR VETERANS’ DAY
Driver examinations will not be available across Missouri today due to the holiday.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed today in observance of Veterans’ Day.
Officials say that normal operations will resume on Monday.
SHOULDER WORK TO CAUSE DELAYS IN KENNETT AREA
Route EE in Dunklin County will be reduced to one lane through the middle of next week as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform shoulder work.
The work zone is located between Highway 25 and Covina Lane in Kennett.
Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily through Tuesday, November 14.
