Tallapoosa
LATEST NEWS
M3.8 earthquake shakes northwest Tenn., portions of the Bootheel
DYER COUNTY, Tenn. (KFVS) - An early morning earthquake was felt in parts of the Heartland on Thursday, May 16. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a magnitude 3.8 earthquake was recorded at 3:19 a.m. The USGS reported the epicenter was in Dyer County approximately 4.3 miles south...
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...
Ty Ferrell and his daughter update viewers on Farmer Wants a Wife
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – Many people were stunned to see that out of the four bachelor farmers. Sikeston’s own farmer Ty Ferrell decided to not choose either lady. Wednesday he came to our FOX23 studios — along with his 12-year-old daughter Lennon to discuss the ending of the show — and why he decided not to choose either of his leading ladies:
Full Throttle Thursday: ‘52 Ford F1 Truck
SIKESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - On this week’s Full Throttle Thursday, a real love story. It’s about family, a huge regret, and a great reunion. A Sikeston man found his first love forty years after letting her go. Her name is Ethyl and she happens to be a classic truck.
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,...
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.
Pitching powers confident Bernie SB into historic place
For a team that had never advanced to the MSHSAA Softball State Finals, the Bernie High School softball squad felt at peace with its situation as it ventured 3 ½ hours to face “a really good” Plato team, according to veteran Mule coach Brad Botsch, in the MSHSAA Class 1 Quarterfinal 3 on Wednesday.
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.
2nd annual Guapo and Kids Field Day to be held in New Madrid
NEW MADRID, Mo. (KFVS) - The second annual Guapo and Kids Field Day will be held in New Madrid on Memorial Day Weekend. The event will be held on Saturday, May 25 starting at 4 p.m. The Field Day takes place at the Obannon Community Park in New Madrid. This...
Vandalism at Sikeston Rotary Park leaves the bathroom heavily damaged, closed indefinitely
SIKESTON, Mo. (KFVS) - Leaders at a local parks and recreation department look for answers after vandalism leaves a park bathroom heavily damaged. The Sikeston Department of Public Safety responded to a fire in a bathroom at Rotary Park on Saturday night, May 11. “There was a call to DPS...
Ash Grove tops Bernie, advances to championship game
SPRINGFIELD, Mo–The Missouri State High School Activities Association will crown spring softball champions Tuesday at the Killian Complex in Springfield. In Class One Monday, the Ash Grove Pirates squared off with Bernie in one state semifinal. The Pirates rolled into the semis on a four game winning streak. Ash Grove meeting Bernie from the bootheel, […]
C3D1: East Prairie wins second title in three years with 4-2 win over Caruthersville
MALDEN, Mo. — For a program with only four district championships in its long history, East Prairie has made the most of recent opportunities, adding a second title in three seasons with a 4-2 victory over Caruthersville on Wednesday, May 15. “I’m extremely happy,” said East Prairie coach Gary...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.