Stories from Friday, August 2, 2024

Coyotes are adaptive, intelligent, social and everywhere — but in 1924, only three of those adjectives applied. Thus, it was front page news when two so-called pet coyotes pup were shipped to Deputy Sheriff Clyde Hogg, courtesy of his brother out West. In other news, South Poplar Bluff residents protest sewer conditions and a Wisconsin man learns not to let hitchhikers drive...

RT McCain will be the keynote speaker for the 2024 Difference Maker banquet. A previous finalist, he hopes to emphasize the importance of volunteerism and giving back to the community. “I have always been involved in volunteering,” McCain recalled. He grew up as the son of a pastor, and his father’s example of service gave him something to aspire to...

Praise and positive reinforcements are keys to Antwonette Pettiugrew’s teaching style, which others call “extraordinary.” Students and coworkers a like say, O’Neal Elementary School Teacher of the Year’s enthusiasm for learning is contagious. While her classroom is calm, all of her students are engaged...

Four candidates are running for Butler County’s western district commissioner. Larry Wells, Kenny Barker, TJ Akers and Bobby Sheppard are seeking the position currently held by Dennis LeGrand, who is not seeking re-election. The winner of Tuesday’s primary election will be the presumptive winner of the November general election, as there are no Democratic challengers...

The fourth annual Poplar Bluff Housing Authority’s annual block party National Night Out will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at 302 N. E St. “Join us for a fun evening of food, drinks, music, games, activities and prizes,” said Tammy Harper, housing authority office manager...

The Daily American Republic is pleased to welcome 10 more area residents to our growing group of Difference Makers. Each year, we honor 10 individuals nominated by community members for the good works they do to improve our area. The 10 people are selected from dozens of nominations turned in to us over the summer...

Four candidates are running for Butler County’s eastern district commissioner. Dan St. Lawrence, Wes Gilmore, Ralph Stucker, Rowdy Boyer and Andy Clark are seeking the position currently held by Don Anderson, who is not running for re-election.

Keith Lang spent a lifetime running from God’s plan for his life, but today he’s reaping benefits from accepting the gift he was offered in his youth. The 58-year-old Poplar Bluffian served in the U.S. Navy, worked in law enforcement and at Mingo Job Corps before giving into his destiny...

As Larry Kimbrow navigated his way through the early morning hours on June 6, many thoughts ran through his mind. After all, it was the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Kimbrow is, was and forever will be a military man. And darn proud of it, too! Kimbrow, a Poplar Bluff graduate, is retired now, but giving to his country, as well as the local community, is what has driven him throughout a life that has witnessed countless changes in many countries during his nearly 30-year military career...

Shirley Davenport continues to maintain her commitment to making the Poplar Bluff community a better place through her volunteerism and service. At age 89, she remains an active member of the local Altrusa International chapter as well as in her church congregation at Green Forest Church of Christ...

Janet Marie Brown, 71, passed away July 30, 2024, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Janet was born Feb. 6, 1953, to Loren and Ruby (Fears) Spradling in Poplar Bluff. She married Douglas Earl Brown Feb. 26, 1971. Janet worked for many years at Rowe Furniture. She enjoyed spending time with her friend, Regina, at the casinos and shopping. Before her husband passed away, they loved playing Bingo together. Janet enjoyed dancing with her sister and loved spending time with her family and friends...