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NWS: Cold air funnels spotted in southeast Mo.
SOUTHEAST Mo. (KFVS) - The National Weather Service says cold air funnels were spotted in southeast Missouri on Tuesday evening, May 14. Viewers sent us videos of what appears to be a cold air funnel in Delta, Mo., and in Poplar Bluff, Mo. According to the NWS, doppler radar was...
Bernie SB senior brings the 'grit' (and A LOT more) necessary for success
The Bernie High School softball program isn’t deep in seniors, but the players that fill the lineup card for veteran Mule coach Brad Botsch have played a great deal of softball since they began their high school careers. In the case of fourth-year player Abby Powell, she checks every...
2 face drug charges after undercover investigation in Stoddard County
DEXTER, Mo. (KBSI) – Two people face drug trafficking charges after an undercover narcotics investigation in Stoddard County. Milton Taylor Jr., 34, of Poplar Bluff faces charges trafficking drugs in the 1st degree, Class A felony and possession of an imitation controlled substance, Class A misdemeanor. Liberty Lambert, 19,...
No team or coach is better prepped for C1 SB State Finals than Holcomb, Casper
It remains to be seen how the Holcomb High School softball team does in its quest for an MSHSAA Class 1 state championship over the next two days. However, there isn’t a program or coach better prepared to tackle the daunting task than the Hornets and their leader, sixth-year coach Matt Casper.
Dexter Police Department enforce ‘Click it or Ticket’ Memorial Day weekend
DEXTER, Mo. (KBSI) – The Dexter Police Department will join with statewide law enforcement from May 20-June 2 for a statewide “Click lt or Ticket” mobilization to step up enforcement on Missouri’s seat belt law. More than 6 out of 10 people killed in 2023 Missouri...
Ready for sectionals: Several Mules athletes to take shot at trip to state
The Poplar Bluff Mules and Lady Mules track and field teams will be well-represented at Saturday’s Class 5 sectional meet at Hillsboro. On the boys side, Darius Graham won district titles in the long jump, high jump and triple jump, while Alex Larkins won a district title in the javelin.
‘Turf Tank’ robotic system joins Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation Department
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KBSI) – Have you ever gone to a game and saw a little robot painting a field before a sporting event?. Now you might. Lanny Corcimiglia is the Director of the Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreations Department. He says that Turf Tank is a game changer.
Duck Pluck Dog Walk to be held in Dexter
DEXTER, Mo. (KFVS) - Dog owners will have the chance to walk their furry friends and have fun in Dexter this weekend. On Saturday, May 18, the Duck Pluck Dog Walk will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event starts at Lucy’s Dog Park, where you can register.
Surgery successful for Poplar Bluff baby born with rare genetic disorder
POPLR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - Good news for the Poplar Bluff family whose daughter was born with an incredibly rare genetic disorder. Their daughter’s surgery to unfuse her eyelids was successful. Her mom says this does not mean she can see, but it means a series of foam spacers will be changed out periodically, expanding the area where her eyes would have been.
Brothers arrested in connection with Butler Co. shooting that left another man injured
BUTLER COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) - Two brothers were arrested in connection with a shooting that left another man injured. Richard Clark, 48, of Harviell, was arrested on charges of second-degree assault and ACA. Robert Clark, 36, of Harviell, was arrested on charges of second-degree assault, ACA and other outstanding warrants.
First Alert Investigation: Murder on Main Street
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KFVS) - Yellowed police reports and fading crime scene photos cover Poplar Bluff Detective Lt. Josh Stewart’s desk. This is as he works to apply modern investigative techniques to one of the city’s oldest cold cases. “One of our biggest challenges is going to be...
Poplar Bluff High School named National Banner School by Special Olympics
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. (KBSI) – Poplar Bluff High School was recently named a National Banner School by the Special Olympics. The school is one of five schools in Missouri to receive a national award for cultivating a climate where students with and without intellectual disabilities feel welcomed, both in practice and spirit.
Lady Hornets face formidable foe at state tournament
Holcomb's Lady Hornets softball team (25-4) will have its hands full Monday when the squad travels to Springfield to compete at the MSHSAA Class 1 State Tournament semifinal round against the Concordia High School Lady Orioles (28-2). The Lady Hornets qualified by taking down the tough Advance with Bell City...
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