Stories from Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Today in local history readers will find a mother’s unusual legal defense for her son, an upside-down mix-up and a foiled burglary.

Since 1956, Rushin Towing has been getting local residents out of trouble. With the passing of Steve Rushin last September, his nephew Bud has taken over the longstanding operation. He is the third generation to run the business and his wife, Theresa, operates as the bookkeeper...

Voting is open until June 14 for the Wayne County Hall of Honor, which recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the county.

Poplar Bluff’s closest neighbor is the woods. Mark Twain National Forest butts up against the city’s northeastern edge, and hikers of all skill levels can explore it through the Wolf Creek Trail system.

The Missouri Broadcasters Association, a Missouri publisher and a pair of appellate lawyers have filed legal action attempting to undo part of a state law requiring the redactions of witness names and other information in court documents.