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Approximately 100 children gathered next to Walmart customer service in eager anticipation to do some Christmas shopping with local first responders Saturday morning.

When Jason Courtney first started working as a law enforcement officer, he wanted to do exciting things.

What happens when you go more than a century without re-assessing property taxes? The landowners in Drainage District 7 found out this December. It includes steeply increased bills, some by more than 500,000%, others by as little as 9%. Union Pacific Railroad went from paying $4.25 in 2023 to owing $23,777.77 in 2024...

After decades with the City of Poplar Bluff in various roles, Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport Director Gary Pride is set to retire early next year. However, Pride sees the action differently.

CAPE GIRARDEAU – A Poplar Bluff man was found guilty Thursday of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

JEFFERSON CITY – Today, Governor Mike Parson announced that Department of Social Services Director Robert Knodell will step down at the conclusion of Governor Parson's term in office on Jan. 13. He will start as Poplar Bluff City Manager on Jan. 27. After serving three years as DSS Director, Knodell has accepted the opportunity to return to his hometown...

At a time in America when cultural unity and even spiritual peace often seem to be in short supply, musicians at a local church are working hard to restore the true meaning of Christmas in the hearts and homes of the area. Sometimes known as the “Musical Methodists,” the Chancel Choir of Poplar Bluff’s First United Methodist Church will complete rehearsals this week for two upcoming performances of their annual Christmas cantata in the sanctuary of the church at 500 N. ...

The Poplar Bluff City Council selected Robert Knodell to be the next city manager Monday evening. The vote was unanimous.

CAPE GIRARDEAU — A Carter County man was found guilty Wednesday of producing child pornography.