Stories from Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Protecting innocent life. Whether just conceived or on your death bed, innocent life is something we must never stop fighting to defend. In the last two weeks some of the biggest strides in the fight to protect life have taken place, thanks in large part to a President who values the need to protect those who can't fight for themselves...

By PATRICK J. BUCHANAN "There is no Republican Party. There's a Trump party," John Boehner told a Mackinac, Michigan, gathering of the GOP faithful last week. "The Republican Party is kind of taking a nap somewhere." Ex-Speaker Boehner should probably re-check the old party's pulse, for the Bush-Boehner GOP may not just be napping. It could be comatose...

Danny Lee Humphrey, 61, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., passed away on Mon. June 4, 2018 at his home. Mr. Humphrey was born on April 9, 1957 in Poplar Bluff. He worked for the Cemetery Dept. for the City of Poplar Bluff and enjoyed hunting, fishing, exploring the great outdoors and spending time with his family...

Staff Report Michael Kohlfeld, president of Kohlfeld Companies announced the acquisition of the majority of Bluff City's assets by Kohlfeld Distributing, with a targeted closing date ofJuly 20. As part of this transaction, Kohlfeld Distributing will assume the sales and distribution rights for the brands acquired from Bluff City...

By STEPHEN MOORE Remember Obamacare? The fight is far from over on the future of the Obama-era health insurance overhaul. Republicans are making a last-ditch effort this year to turn the program and the money over to the state. This isn't full Obamacare repeal, but it would make a world of sense. States would be free to experiment and find ways to reduce costs and provide better services...

Staff Reports Dille Traxel Architecture announces the appointment of Shawn Huffman as Project Manager. He is responsible for project coordination of all types.Huffman has a solid background in construction, architectural design and drafting, computer renderings and 3D animation. His experiences of owning a successful drafting firm have helped him understand the field of design and construction and has lead him to begin pursuing his architecture degree and licensure...

GREENVILLE, Mo. -- Donna S. Sargent, 75, died Tuesday, June 5 at her home near Lowndes. Arrangements will be announced by Morrison-Worley Greenville Chapel.

Lois M. Francis, 80, of Broseley, Mo., died Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at her residence. The arrangements are pending and will be announced by Cotrell Funeral Service.

Cali Deanne Murphy, 16, of Poplar Bluff, passed away June 3, 2018 at the Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. She was born Jan. 30, 2002 to Kirk Murphy and Jessica (Jennings) Cannady of Poplar Bluff, Mo. She attended Poplar Bluff High School and was a member of Westside Church of God...

Dorothy Elizabeth "Stout" Moore 92, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., died Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at The Manor. She was born on Feb. 16, 1926 in Poplar Bluff to the late David and Sarah Gower. Mrs. Moore was a seamstress at Myatt's Drapery and enjoyed gardening, cooking, and canning and was a member of Bluff City Apostolic Worship Center. Mrs. Moore first married Wilborn Stout and he preceded her in death July 12, 1990. She then married Arnold Moore on Sept. 9, 1996. He preceded her in death May 21, 2013...

Katlynn Harris tried the usual girls' sports. She admits that she wasn't good at any of them. But football always has been special to the Doniphan High School senior. Two younger brothers play, so did her father and other relatives. As the Dons embark on their first varsity football season since 1979 this fall, Harris will be among a handful of seniors providing leadership for the team...

Larry R. Rennison, 76, of Poplar Bluff, Mo., entered his Eternal Home Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at St. Louis University Hospital. Larry, the son of the late Claude and Vera Morrill Rennison, was born Oct. 26, 1941, in Doniphan, Mo. He was a member of Westwood Baptist Church and had retired as an auto mechanic and truck driver. ...

Foster families from Butler and Ripley County were treated to an evening visiting with others who know the journey they are on thanks to the Resource Parent Appreciation Dinner. "We are here to recognize what you mean for the children in this community," Missouri Children's Division Director Tim Decker said. "We need more people who do what you do."...

Warm weather, sunshine and acres of mud is on tap to provide a perfect setting for the eighth annual Trucks Gone Wild event at Bricks Off Road Park beginning Wednesday. The event, which runs through Sunday, will kick off from 4-7 p.m. this afternoon with Truck Mania Kids Fest sponsored by Bluff Powersports...

Staff Report As the broker/owner of Premier Realty, Cindy Dunlap offers a one-on-one experience to her clients who are looking to buy, sell or invest in real estate. Dunlap has been in the "housing business" for nearly 40 years, including the past 15 years in real estate...

DONIPHAN -- Felicia Hart doesn't remember a time in her young life when she hasn't enjoyed singing. "I don't know how to play any instruments but I've sang since I could talk," said the 16-year-old Doniphan High School student. Hart admits she surprised herself by winning the 2018 Hearts For The Arts talent contest sponsored by hometown Nashville star Billy Yates. ...

Foul play is not suspected in the death of a Poplar Bluff man who was found in his car early Wednesday morning on North 10th Street. The 67-year-old man, whose name is not being released pending notification of his next of kin, was found dead inside his black Ford Mustang parked on 10th Street, just before the alley next to Family Video, said Poplar Bluff Police Lt. Josh Stewart...

DEXTER -- The Dexter Board of Aldermen voted unanimously Monday night to approve a $10.5 million operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The city will begin the fiscal year with combined city funds carried over in the amount of $5,540,000. Budgeted receipts are projected at $10,114,382, while budgeted disbursements are expected to be $10,584,577...

Staff Report The Poplar Bluff Police Department wants you to remember your pets during this summer season. The ASPCA has numerous tips on how to protect your pets during these upcoming summer days. You can visit their page for more tips at http://www.aspca.org...