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Free NASA workshop for teachers at Three Rivers College

Submitted by Alycia Dobrinick on Wednesday, October 26th, 12:19 pm
Free NASA workshop for teachers at Three Rivers College

POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KFVS) - NASA'S Aerospace Education Services Project will present a free workshop for area school teachers and education students at Three Rivers College.

The hands-on workshop, "Rocket Scientists Write?," will be presented three times: October 27th at 5:00 p.m., and October 28th and 29th at 10:00 a.m.

John Weis, an education specialist with Penn State University and the Marshall Space Flight Center will lead the workshop.

Seating is limited. If you would like to attend, call (573) 840-9010 or email klovette@centralmethodist.edu to register.

Weis will also present a multimedia show, "Spooky Sounds in Space." It will take place at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center on October 28th at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

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Rte. OO bridge open to traffic

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Wednesday, October 26th, 2011, 12:12pm
Rte. OO bridge open to traffic

BUTLER COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Transportation said on Wednesday the Route OO bridge over Inter River Drainage District Ditch No. 16 is now open to traffic.

Improvements to the bridge were finished as part of the Safe and Sound Bridge Improvement Program. MoDOT says the program will fix or replace over 800 of the state's lowest-rated bridges by winter 2013.

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Annual benefit for Animal Welfare Alliance

Submitted by Alycia Dobrinick on Wednesday, October 26th, 10:07 am
Annual benefit for Animal Welfare Alliance

POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KFVS) - The 3rd annual "howling at the Moon" benefit party will be held on Friday, November 4th at the Black River Coliseum.

The Animal Welfare Alliance (AWA) puts on the annual event and this year's will pay tribute to agencies that rescued people and their pets during last spring's flooding. Several groups will be recognized including the Poplar Bluff Police Department, Poplar Bluff Fire Department, Butler County Fire Department, Butler County Sheriff's Department, and Troop E of the Missouri Highway Patrol.

During the flood, the AWA worked with the Butler County Health Department to operate an emergency animal shelter at the Black River Coliseum.

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MoDOT: Designated drivers are a Halloween treat

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011, 6:45pm
MoDOT: Designated drivers are a Halloween treat

(KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Transportation says the Coalition for Roadway Safety is reminding drivers that a little planning and creativity can keep Halloween firmly in the treat category.

According to MoDOT, last year in Missouri two people were killed and 43 seriously injured in traffic crashes during the Halloween weekend. They say that of those killed and seriously injured, 53 percent were unbuckled and 22 percent involved an impaired driver.

"This weekend is a time for imagination and fun," said Leanna Depue, chair of the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety's executive committee. "If your celebration plans include alcohol, take a few minutes to create a safe transportation plan. Who will be the designated driver? Just in case that plan falls through, be sure to add a taxi company to your speed-dial list."

MoDOT says when behind the wheel, keep special watch for children and other people who might walk onto the road.

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Letter notifies employees Poplar Bluff plant may close

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011, 5:53pm

Heartland News has obtained a copy of a letter notifying employees that Fortis may have to close.

The letter points to a potential loss of its credit line.

It says the company is working to secure continuing credit and meet with its customers and lender, but "permanent closure may be inevitable."

[Read the letter to Fortis employees.]

There are about 100 employees at Fortis. 

The letter says those employees should consider the end of their employment to be between Dec. 2 and 16.

According to the letter, the Missouri Department of Economic Development and Mayor of Poplar Bluff have been notified.

City leaders say they are aware of the potential closure. Meanwhile, employees we spoke with tell us they assume their employment at Fortis is over, and many are already looking for other jobs. 

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Poplar Bluff hosts Projects Homeless Connect, Veterans Stand Down

Submitted by Christy Hendricks
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011, 5:35pm
Poplar Bluff hosts Projects Homeless Connect, Veterans Stand Down

POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KFVS) - Nearly 50 organizations from around Poplar Bluff were at the Black River Coliseum Tuesday to provide resources for people at risk of being homeless.

Dozens of volunteers were on hand for the second annual Poplar Bluff Project Homeless Connect and Veterans Stand Down.

It provided resources things like housing, employment, and educational opportunities as well as various health screenings.

Organizers say they hope events like this will help end homelessness in their community.

According to the state of Missouri, there were more than 100 homeless people in Reynolds, Wayne, Carter, Ripley, and Butler counties last year.

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Scott Co. sheriff announces scholarship for criminal justice majors

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Digital Content Producer
Tuesday, October 25th, 2011, 12:06pm
Scott Co. sheriff announces scholarship for criminal justice majors

SCOTT COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - Scott County Sheriff Rick Walter announced the John Dennis Scholarship will be awarded for Criminal Justice majors only by the Missouri Sheriff's Association.

Walter says the $1,000 scholarship will be presented to 16 college-bound Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career and will be attending a Missouri college or university.

Applicants must:

  • Be in good standing with their school
  • Have a good reference from their school counselor
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Have a 2.0 GPA or greater
  • Be active in extra-curricular activities

Also required is a paragraph attached to the application detailing goals ten years after high school graduation.

Students interested in applying for the scholarship can contact the Missouri Sheriff's Association and Training Academy, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO 65109.

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