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Where are the cicadas in the Heartland?
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - We’ve all heard about the trillions of cicadas emerging across the Midwest this spring, but why aren’t we seeing more of them in the Heartland?. We talked to one insect expert who said it’s all about where you live. “Well, probably millions,...
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...
Two people charged with drug trafficking after undercover narcotics investigation
DEXTER, Mo. (KFVS) - Two people have been arrested in Stoddard County and have been charged with drug trafficking. According to the sheriff’s office, on Tuesday, May 14, deputies assigned to the SEMO Drug Task Force were conducting an undercover narcotics investigation. During the investigation, deputies received information that 34-year-old Milton Taylor Jr. of Poplar Bluff was on his way to sell Fentanyl in the Dexter area.
Fredericktown officers, K9 commended for finding suspect with drugs
FREDERICKTOWN, Mo. (KBSI) – The Fredericktown Police chief commended two Fredericktown police officers and a K9 for their work finding a suspect with drugs. Corporal Lunsford, Officer Sansoucie, K9 Officer Smith and K9 Dean. Corporal Lunsford conducted a trespassing investigation at the Fredericktown Walmart when K9 Dean was requested...
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...
Bollinger County to launch project to update 911 mapping
MARBLE HILL, Mo. (KFVS) - Bollinger County 911 will launch a Countywide GIS Remediation Project to update the 911 mapping. According to the City of Marble Hill, this update will be to improve 911 services throughout the county and the State of Missouri. The project is funded by grants using federal ARPA funds.
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.
‘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.
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.
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...
Holcomb softball rallies, knocks off Advance in high-scoring Class 1 quarterfinal
When Advance pushed the game’s first three runs across with just one away in the first inning, Holcomb gave the ball to a freshman, and it never looked back. Led by an early surge and some big insurance late, the Holcomb Hornets, led by a tough-as-nails performance from Khloe Furlow in the circle, punched their ticket to the Class 1 final four in an 11-7 win over Advance.
Farmington woman seriously injured in traffic crash
WAYNE COUNTY, Mo. (KFVS) - A Farmington woman was seriously injured in a single-vehicle traffic crash in Wayne County. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Crash Reports, the crash took place around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. The driver was going northbound on US Highway 67, a quarter of a mile north of Highway F.
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.
Bloomfield man seriously injured in single-vehicle crash
BLOOMFIELD, Mo. (KFVS) - A man is seriously injured following a single-vehicle crash in Stoddard County Saturday night. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Crash Reports, the crash took place around 7:24 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. The driver was going westbound on Highway AB, five miles north of Bloomfield.
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