POPLAR BLUFF KINDERGARTEN CENTER TO BE CLOSED FOR REMAINDER OF SCHOOL YEAR, KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS TO BE RELOCATED TO MARK TWAIN SCHOOL
Plans are starting to be formalized regarding how Poplar Bluff schools will move forward after a tornado significantly damaged multiple school buildings.
Superintendent Aaron Cornman says that the Poplar Bluff Kindergarten Center will be closed for the remainder of the school year. Engineers have deemed it safe to continue to use the Early Childhood Center. The O’Neal Elementary FEMA Safe Room also sustained roof damage, but adjustments are being made to allow students to stay there during the repairs.
When school resumes, all Kindergarten Center students will be relocated to the Mark Twain School campus on North Main Street.
Three Rivers College has agreed to make classroom space available for the Mark Twain students in grades 7-12. Mark Twain students in grades 6 and under are going to the Middle School campus.
School staff members are working this week to move items to their new locations.
The changes are expected to remain in effect for the rest of the school year. Families impacted will be contacted directly by their building principal or classroom teachers.
BLUFF STRONG COMMUNITY PRAYER SERVICE SCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT
Poplar Bluff and Butler County residents will be coming together tonight for a special event.
The Bluff Strong Community Prayer Service will begin at 6 pm at First Baptist Church on North Westwood Boulevard.
Organizers say that all churches, civic groups, and individuals are invited to attend.
DONETTES TO LEAVE TODAY FOR STATE SEMIFINAL GAME IN COLUMBIA
The Doniphan Donettes are getting ready for their state semifinal game tomorrow.
The Donettes will be departing for Columbia at 8 am this morning. The team will be going down Walnut Street, around the courthouse, past the boat docks, and then to the highway.
Community members are invited to come see off the Donettes this morning and show them how much the community supports them.
Doniphan will be playing in the Class 4 girls basketball State Semifinal at 6 pm on Friday against the MICDS Rams. The game will be played at Mizzou Arena in Columbia.
MISSOURI STATE OFFICIALS ARE WARNING RESIDENTS TO WATCH FOR WEATHER SCAMS
Missouri state officials are warning state residents to be on the lookout, because scammers will use the weather conditions to try to take advantage of you.
A common scam is utility scams. Utility imposters work year-round, but after a storm, they might call or knock on your door saying they need to repair or replace equipment. Then they will ask you to pay before the work is completed. Don’t pay them. That is likely a scam.
If someone says they’re from the local utility company, call the utility company and ask for verification. The same goes for anyone who claims they’re a government official or who throws around official-sounding assistance – contact the agency in charge of whatever program you’re being offered and ask for their assistance.
Another common scam is contractor scams. Before you sign on any dotted line or pay anyone anything, make sure that “contractor” is real. Ask if they are licensed and insured and check their paperwork.
Contact the BBB and the Attorney General hotline at 800-392-8222 to check on complaints. Ask for referrals and unless you know them, avoid paying in cash. Make sure all work is performed before paying.
FEED AND SEED EVENT SCHEDULED FOR TODAY
New Day Ministry in Poplar Bluff will be hosting a feed and seed event today.
The event is from 3 to 5 pm and is first come, first serve, with packs limited to one per household.
New Day Ministry is located at 703 Franklin Street in Poplar Bluff. For more information, call 573-718-4578.
BUTLER COUNTY SHERIFF MARK DOBBS ANNOUNCES NEW PHONE APP
Butler County residents have a new way to stay up to date with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Mark Dobbs has announced that the Butler County MO Sheriff app is now available in the iOS App Store.
The app allows residents to connect with the Sheriff’s Office, and submit tips, find out jail information, and find community outreach information.
The app will also provide the community with the latest public safety news and information.
