Stories from Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Georgie L. Griffin, 91, formerly of Poplar Bluff, was called home by God on Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2019. Georgie was born July 19, 1928. She was a dedicated wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, who worked tirelessly her entire life taking care of the ones she loved. ...

A few years ago, I was in Montreal sightseeing while my husband volunteered to work at a Formula One race. We rented dorm rooms at Magill University. Our stay included breakfast, cafeteria-style. Joe had to be at the track very early and I ate breakfast later. One of these mornings, I shared my table with some ladies from Ontario. They were in Montreal for sightseeing, also...

Santa’s visits, a Friday night opening and an opportunity to receive a model train set will highlight activities at the beautifully decorated Moark Regional Railroad Museum during December. For 28 years, the museum has been located in the historic 1928 Frisco Depot across Fifth Street from the Black River Coliseum. Admission is free. It is operated and maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers. There is no paid staff...

MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL Brandon R. Luke, 36, of Piedmont was arrested at 10:24 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, on suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle, no valid license and no seat belt. He was booked at the Wayne County Jail and released. _ Joyce L. Conley, 49, of Piedmont was arrested at 4:43 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, on a Jefferson County failure to appear warrant for DWI and on suspicion of no valid license and no insurance. She was booked at the Wayne County Jail...

City firefighters responded at 10:42 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, to a report of a motor-vehicle crash in the 800 block of Highway 53. According to the report, firefighters found a vehicle in a ditch at 817 Highway 53. There were no injuries, and the driver was to call a tow company to have the vehicle removed...

In “The Christmas Carol, A Live Radio Play,” sound effects come out on stage while actors focus on character voice over movement or costumes.

The Mingo Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center will host it’s quarterly Community Relations Council Meeting at 6 p.m. tomorrow.

Officers with the Poplar Bluff Police Department are increasing their presence this holiday season to help prevent the Grinch from ruining anyone’s Christmas. “As the holiday season is well upon us, the Poplar Bluff Police Department is working hard to protect you and your property,” Chief Danny Whiteley said in a news release...

A small plane was forced to land in a field about 1 mile east of Poplar Bluff shortly after 11 a.m. this morning, according to officials. There were no injuries and no damage to the aircraft, said Gary Pride, director of the Poplar Bluff Municipal Airport...

COLUMBIA, Mo.– Scientific studies have declared the poinsettia harmless, but the plant is still dogged by its reputation as a grave menace to children and pets.

ELLSINORE — The annual Santa Run will be held on Saturday to raise funds for the maintenance for the Brodie Gargac Memorial Ball Field in Ellsinore and Brodie Gargac Memorial scholarships. Activities will begin at 8 a.m. at the ball park with a 5K run. The one mile fun run/walk will begin at 8:30 a.m. and reindeer dashes for the kids will kick off at 9 a.m. Males and females of all ages may compete for the Most Christmas Spirit award. Trophies and medals will be presented in the events...

PIEDMONT — Woodrow Rosa, 93, died Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2019 at his home near Williamsville. Arrangements are pending with Morrison Funeral Chapel, Piedmont.

Experience the sights and sounds of the first Christmas during a free “A Walk Through Bethlehem” Dec. 13-15 in the gymnasium at the First Church of God, 3482 S. Westwood Blvd., in Poplar Bluff. Christmas today, with all it’s lights and tinsel, is so different from the first celebration when Jesus was born, said Pastor Ben Higgins of the First Church of God...