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Cape County confirms 'presumptive positive' COVID-19 case (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center officials confirmed the county's first presumptive positive case of COVID-19, they announced Tuesday. Late Monday, the center was notified of the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 reported by a commercial laboratory in Cape Girardeau County, according to a news release. The individual is a 60-year-old male, in isolation... -
Police reports - March 24
(Police/Fire Report ~ 03/24/20)
BUTLER COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT Doyle Michael Brooks, 36, of the 200 block of Discount Drive was booked at the Butler County jail Monday, March 23, on two capias warrants for probation violation on the original charges of fraudulent use of a credit device and passing a bad check...
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Fire reports - March 24
(Police/Fire Report ~ 03/24/20)
City firefighters responded at 7:56 a.m. Monday, March 23, to assist police officers with recovering a body at the rear of McCoy’s Scrap Processing, 635 S. Sixth St. According to the report, firefighters used a basket and ropes to remove the body from the side of a hill...
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Lynn Crutchfield
(Obituary ~ 03/24/20)
Lynn H. Crutchfield, 62, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020, at the St. Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, Mo. Graveside services were held Sunday at the Center Ridge Cemetery near Greenville with the Rev. Glenn Crutchfield officiating. Memorials have been requested to the Center Ridge Cemetery and may be sent in care of Morrison Funeral Chapel. Online condolences may be left at www.morrisonfuneral.com...
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2 St. Louis-area residents become the fourth and fifth patients to die in Missouri (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Two St. Louis-area residents are the fourth and fifth patients in Missouri to die of an illness related to the new coronavirus, local health officials announced Monday. A St. Louis woman in her 30s died from COVID-19, and the death of a St. Charles County man in his 70s also was reported Monday... -
10 Things to Know for Today March 24 (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. 'IT MAKES YOUR HEART WARM' People are banding together to sew face masks for hospitals running desperately short of personal protective equipment as the coronavirus pandemic intensifies... -
Protective equipment donated to clinics (Community News ~ 03/24/20)
POCAHONTAS, Ark. — Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, health care facilities around the nation are utilizing an increased amount of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) items such as masks, gowns and gloves. On March 20, Black River Technical College’s nursing department assisted 1st Choice Healthcare when they requested supplemental supplies until distributors can be delivered to their six clinics, according to a press release from BRTC... -
Lillian Dover (Obituary ~ 03/24/20)
Lillian Dover, 81, of Poplar Bluff, died Sunday, March 22, 2020, at her residence in Poplar Bluff. Mrs. Dover was born Jan. 14, 1939, in Poplar Bluff. On Feb. 14, 1956, she married James Dover. He preceded her in death Sept. 2, 1996. She was also preceded in death by one son, Timothy Dover... -
Butler County Coroner investigates possible COVID-19 death (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
The Butler County Coroner’s Office has been notified of a possible COVID-19 death. Coroner Andy Moore said in a news release his office is involved with a death “involving a person under investigation for COVID-19. As of the time of this press release, the test is pending.”... -
Auditor issues compilation of law enforcement federal forfeiture reports
(Local News ~ 03/24/20)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway has released her office’s compilation of 2019 federal forfeiture reports. Law enforcement agencies that participate in a federal asset forfeiture program must file information regarding federal seizures and proceeds with the State Auditor’s Office...
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Wayne County food delivery reaches 150 people (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
GREENVILLE — One hundred and fifty Wayne County citizens have received breakfast and lunch this week courtesy of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department. The meal service began last week for those in need during this COVID-19 state of emergency. “Schools are closed, and the kids need to be fed,” said Wayne County Sheriff Dean Finch. “That’s what we are doing.”... -
Rosalee Whittington (Obituary ~ 03/24/20)
Rosalee Whittington, 61, of Broseley, died Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff. Mrs. Whittington was born March 15, 1959, in Anaheim, Calif., daughter of the late Harold and Deloris Abramson. She is survived by two daughters, Felicia Sprous and husband, Ronald, and Christine Rojas and husband, Felipe, both of Broseley; one son, Allen Whittington of Broseley; and one sister, Marilyn Hummel of Calif... -
James Yates (Obituary ~ 03/24/20)
James E. Yates (Jim), 86, of Ellsinore, Missouri, passed away on March 21, 2020, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. He was born Dec. 19, 1933, to Ray and Willa (Kester) Yates in Chilton, Missouri. He married Lola Stucker on May 15, 1954, in Ellsinore, Missouri... -
PBRMC announces no visitors allowed starting Wednesday, with limited exceptions (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
In an effort to stop the spread of illness and protect patients and staff, effective Wednesday, March 25, 2020, Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center announced Tuesday afternoon it would prohibit visitors with limited exceptions. Exceptions: • One parent or legal guardian of the patient who is a minor... -
Funeral homes find ways to help families grieve under new rules
(Local News ~ 03/24/20)
Government restrictions on gatherings of people during the COVID-19 pandemic have caused many businesses to suspend operations or reduce services, but one group is turning to technology to meet the needs of grieving families. Most funeral homes in the region now are using webcasting or Facebook Live videos to broadcast funeral services, giving family and friends a way to grieve during a difficult time...
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Butler County officials discuss increased testing (Local News ~ 03/24/20)
A drive-through Coronavirus Test Collection Center opened Tuesday in Cape Girardeau as a joint effort between hospitals there, the city and the county. Butler County agencies are also coming together to share resources, but testing here is expected to increase more slowly...
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