ONE DEAD FOLLOWING CRASH IN BUTLER COUNTY
One person has died following a crash early Saturday morning in Butler County.
Butler County Coroner Jim Akers tells KWOC News that the multi vehicle accident occurred on US Highway 60, two miles west of Fisk.
The deceased has been identified as 37 year old Nathaniel Smith, of Scott City.
A crash report from the Missouri State Highway Patrol says that crash occurred when a vehicle struck the rear of another vehicle. Smith, a passenger in the first vehicle was ejected, and then struck by a freightliner. Smith was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the second vehicle suffered minor injuries and was transported to a Poplar Bluff hospital. No injuries were listed for the driver of the freightliner.
NATIONAL CRASH RESPONDER SAFETY WEEK IS THIS WEEK
Motorists are being urged to slow down and move over as a part of National Crash Responder Safety Week this week.
On a daily basis, emergency responders put their lives on the line along Missouri’s highways responding to crash scenes. These workers include police, fire, EMS, tow truck operators, and highway workers.
Officials say that by state law, drivers are required to move over or slow down, but a significant number do not.
In 2023, more than 54,000 traffic crashes were reported on Missouri roadways that required emergency response. MoDOT emergency response personnel respond to more than 4,500 traffic incidents each month on average.
Officials say that when you see emergency vehicles and highway crews with warning lights either on the road or shoulder; slow down, and when you are able to do so, move over.
VETERAN WREATH PLACEMENT CEREMONY SCHEDULED FOR NEXT MONTH
Wreaths will be placed on the graves of veterans next month.
On December 14th the Poplar Bluff Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, in cooperation with Wreaths across America, will hold a ceremony at the Poplar Bluff Memorial Gardens Cemetery to honor veterans buried there.
The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 11 am.
Everyone is invited to attend the ceremony, which will be followed by placing wreaths on veteran’s graves.
For more information, contact Jane Worley at 573-429-8245 or Brenda Yarbro at 573-718-2604.
PIEDMONT MAN ARRESTED ON CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES
A Piedmont man is facing sexual misconduct and endangering the welfare of a child charges following his arrest last week.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, investigators were requested on November 12th to assist the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department to investigate an alleged sexual offense, involving a 15 year old juvenile.
As a result of the investigation, it was learned that 29 year old Wesley Shatley, electronically sent pornographic images to the juvenile and attempted to arrange a meeting with the victim at a residence.
On Friday, Shatley was arrested and charged with Furnishing Pornographic Material to a Minor, First Degree Harassment, First Degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child, and Sexual Misconduct Involving a Child.
Shatley is currently lodged in the Wayne County Jail with no bond.
PUBLIC HEARING TO BE HELD TODAY IN POPLAR BLUFF TO DISCUSS BLOCK GRANTS
A public hearing has been scheduled for today concerning proposed block grants in Poplar Bluff.
The City of Poplar Bluff will hold a public hearing at 6:30 pm on Monday, November 18th at the Poplar Bluff City Hall to discuss the city's submission of an application for a Community Development Block Grant.
The City of Poplar Bluff is proposing to drill and install a well near the water storage tank on Alice Street in Poplar Bluff to serve as a backup water source in the event the main water facility is compromised, with an estimated cost of over $1.2 million dollars.
For more information, contact the Poplar Bluff City Clerk at 573-686-8620.
21ST ANNUAL SANTA LAND EVENT TO BE HELD NEXT MONTH IN POPLAR BLUFF
The 21st Annual Santa Land event has been scheduled for next month in Poplar Bluff.
According to Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation, the event will be held on Tuesday, December 3rd, from 5:30 pm to 8 pm at the Black River Coliseum. The portion for individuals with special needs will begin at 5:30 pm.
During the event, children will get to visit with Santa and participate in many fun holiday activities. Registration is required and there are limited time slots available.
For more information, or to register, call 573-686-8645.
