MULTI AGENCY RESOURCE CENTERS TO BE AVAILABLE TODAY AND FRIDAY FOR TORNADO VICTIMS
Events will be held today and tomorrow to assist families that were affected by the tornados earlier this month.
According to the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency, Multi-Agency Resource Centers are being coordinated with volunteer partners, faith-based organizations, and other state and local agencies. MARCs are one-stop shops that pull together recovery resources in communities impacted by disasters.
The events will be held from noon to 7 pm today and tomorrow at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff.
Impacted residents are encouraged to attend the MARC to receive in-person information and support services, including insurance information, food stamp replacement, emergency financial assistance, and legal services.
Attendees are asked to bring proof of address and a photo id.
SHOOTING SPORTS YOUTH TRAINING CERTIFICATION CLASS SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEKEND
Area children wanting to participate in shooting sports will have a chance to learn critical safety techniques at a class this weekend.
A shooting sports youth training certification class will be held from 9 am to 2 pm on Saturday at the Butler County University of Missouri Extension Office on Lindsay Avenue in Poplar Bluff.
There is no charge for the class, which is required for kids to participate in 4-H Youth Shooting Sports programs.
To register your child who is between the ages of 8 and 18, call 573-686-8064.
NEW MADRID COUNTY ROAD TO BE REDUCED FOR SHOULDER WORK THIS WEEK
Route U in New Madrid County will be reduced to one lane for most of this week as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform shoulder work.
The work zone is located from U.S. Highway 61 to County Road 732 near New Madrid.
Weather permitting, work will take place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow.
EXPERTS WARN RESIDENTS TO KEEP ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN MIND WHEN DOING SPRING PROJECTS
Spring is here and the longer days will inspire homeowners to get outdoor projects underway. But before getting started, it is important to be aware of the electrical safety hazards you may encounter.
KWOC News spoke with Ameren fire safety engineer Tim Frankenberg, who says that a little prevention can go a long way to keeping your family safe.
A good rule of thumb is to keep electric equipment at least 10 feet away from wet areas. You should also plug into ground fault circuit interrupters, which are designed to shut off the power as needed to prevent a shock.
If you will be digging, make sure to call 811 to have your underground utilities marked so you don’t accidentally hit a line.
Before plugging into an exterior electrical socket, double-check that your cords, lights or fans are rated for outdoor use. Look for labels on packaging that clearly mark them as suitable for outdoor use.
CORNERSTONE TABERNACLE TO THROW SPRING FLING EVENT THIS WEEKEND
A Poplar Bluff church is planning to host a large community celebration this weekend.
Cornerstone Tabernacle in Poplar Bluff is throwing a Spring Fling for everyone from 9 am to 3 pm on Saturday, March 29th.
There will be live music, a car show, vendor booths, and food trucks available.
Cornerstone Tabernacle is located at 3516 North Westwood Boulevard in Poplar Bluff.
CULVERT REPLACEMENT SCHEDULED FOR TODAY ON ROUTE ZZ IN STODDARD COUNTY
Route ZZ in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane today as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.
The section of roadway is located between County Road 612 and County Road 616.
Weather permitting, work will take place today from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
