Stories from Friday, December 24, 2021

Tomorrow is Christmas, a time when families and friends around the world gather together. It’s a time to reflect, and a time to give. This year, there is much to reflect on. Like last year, 2021 was a trying one in so many ways. Political division has only gotten worse. Businesses have suffered through workforce problems, as well as supply chain issues. Costs on pretty much everything have skyrocketed...

“Cornfwakes, Mommy! Cornfwakes!” To be fair, Anthony had probably seen more cornflakes than snowflakes during his then two and a half years, but he had the right idea. We were unloading decorations from our little trunk of goodies, and he was bouncing all over the room. He was old enough to catch the excitement about the Christmas holiday and he was chatting away. My cassette player was recording it all...

POPLAR BLUFF POLICE DEPARTMENT On Dec. 17, Marilyn Rohrer of Poplar Bluff reported an order of checks was mailed to the wrong address, and someone had passed one. The investigation continues. _ At 3 p.m. Dec. 19, Phillip Brown reported someone struck his vehicle while it was parked in the lot at Save-A-Lot in the 400 block of Highway 53...

It is that time of year when we gather with family and friends, exchange presents and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. As we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, let me simply say from my family to yours, Merry Christmas! I hope your days are peaceful and relaxed as you come together with those who mean the most to you...