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Atchison sentenced to life in prison with no chance of parole (Local News ~ 04/22/24)
JEFFERSON CITY — Drew Atchison finally learned his fate on Friday, as he was sentenced to life in prison without any chance of parole. The sentence came after his conviction on three first-degree murder charges, as well as charges of child kidnapping and armed criminal action. -
Douglas Dryer (Obituary ~ 04/22/24)
Douglas Eric Dreyer, 62, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Saturday, April 20, 2024 at his residence. Mr. Dreyer was born Aug. 7, 1961, in St. Louis, Missouri, son of the late Carlin Godfrey and Janet Dreyer (née Rasmussen). Doug is survived by his significant other, Paula Edwards of Poplar Bluff; two children, Sacha Champion of Kentucky and Becky Dreyer of Poplar Bluff; two grandchildren, Charley March and Hailey Champion; and four siblings, Carlin Dreyer, David Dreyer, Paula Hildebrand, and Karen Dreyer, all of St. ... -
Veda Elledge
(Obituary ~ 04/22/24)
Veda Elledge, 89, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, died Friday, April 19, 2024 at Oakdale Care Center in Poplar Bluff.
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Charles Rogers (Obituary ~ 04/22/24)
Charles Lindsey Rogers, 75, of Poplar Bluff, Missouri passed away April 21, 2024 at his home in Poplar Bluff Charles was born April 30, 1948 to Clarence and Marie (Chesney) Rogers in Portageville, Missouri. He married Carolyn O’Hara Oct. 8, 1966. She survives... -
Arbor Day celebrated at Hendrickson Park (Local News ~ 04/22/24)
The city of Poplar Bluff hosted Arbor Day at Hendrickson Park on Saturday morning. City mayor Shane Cornman opened up the event and introduced the importance of hosting Arbor Day. He was followed by Poplar Bluff Parks and Recreation’s Lanny Corcimiglia, who welcomed everyone for coming out and introduced special guests John Francis, Tree Board member; Kathern Harris, Wheatley Program coordinator; Jane Hansmann, Garden Club coordinator and hostess of the event; Judy Duncan, who presented the Arbor Day skit; and Kelvin Morant with Parks and Recreation.. ... -
TRC board reorganizes with Garrison as chairman (Local News ~ 04/22/24)
Darren Garrison is the new chairman of the Three Rivers College board of education. The board reoganized before reviewing recent accomplishments and approving employee benefits. Outgoing chairman Eric Schalk passed the gavel to Garrison at the start of Thursday’s meeting. The remaining positions are as follows: Dr. Tim Hager, vice-chairman; Dr. Amber Richardson, secretary; Gary Featherston, treasurer, Chris Williams, member; and Schalk, member... -
Police reports, April 22
(Police/Fire Report ~ 04/22/24)
Officers responded at 1 a.m. Monday, April 22, to the 900 block of North Westwood Boulevard in reference to a domestic dispute. Both parties advised the incident was not physical and were advised of the Missouri domestic violence statue. _ Officers responded at 8:19 a.m. Monday, April 22, to the 700 block of Cherry Street in reference to a peace disturbance. The suspect was issued a summons for peace disturbance...
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