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MoDOT reminds drivers to watch for motorcycles

MoDOT reminds drivers to watch for motorcycles

(KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Transportation encourages motorcyclists and motorists to safely “share the road” this May in observation of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

All motorists are reminded to watch for motorcycles and to be extra alert to help keep motorcyclists safe, while motorcyclists are reminded to make themselves visible to other motorists. According to MoDOT, there were 276 motorcyclists killed from 2010-2012.

“We’re seeing more and more motorcycles on the highways,” said Leanna Depue, chair of the Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety’s executive committee. “Drivers of all vehicles need to be extra attentive. A motorcycle is one of the smallest vehicles on our roads, often hidden in a vehicle’s blind spot. Everyone needs to watch for motorcycles.”

First ‘Athletes of the Month’ announced

First ‘Athletes of the Month’ announced

POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KFVS) - The Poplar Bluff Mules Booster Club has implemented an Athlete of the Month recognition program, designated for a male and female high school athlete who exemplifies a positive attitude, enthusiasm, leadership skills, work ethic, high moral character and integrity, as determined by their coaches.

April’s Athletes of the Month were sophomores Matt King and Cassidy Harris.

Harris is a multi-sport athlete representing Polar Bluff High School in basketball and swimming. She holds an All-Conference title in four swimming events and was the conference champion in the 50-meter free and the 200-meter free relay for the 2012/13 school year. Harris currently holds six school swim team records.

King is a team captain for the Mules wrestling team. He is a two-time district champion, two-time state qualifier and placed fifth at the state competition in 2012. King has also received the MVP award from Coach Brian Wisdom and his teammates.

Missouri 8th District candidates answer questions

MISSOURI (KFVS)- The special election to fill the U.S. Representative for Missouri's 8th district is just about a month away on June 4.

Missouri voters will choose someone to fill the seat Rep. JoAnn Emerson vacated.

Steve Hodges is the Democrat candidate. He has worked in the Missouri House of Representatives since elected in 2006, serving Mississippi, New Madrid, Scott and Stoddard counties.

Jason Smith is the Republican candidate. He has worked in the Missouri House of Representatives since voters elected him in 2005 and serves Crawford, Dent, Phelps and Reynolds counties.

Bill Slantz is the Libertarian candidate, and founded his own consulting company.

Doug Enyart is the Constitution Party candidate and founded his company in forestry consulting.

Heartland News sat down with each one and asked a few questions.

Rte. VV to close for railroad crossing repairs

Rte. VV to close for railroad crossing repairs

BUTLER COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - The Missouri Department of Transportation says Route VV will be closed while railroad crews perform railroad crossing repairs.

This section of road is located between Shawnee Lane and Route B.

Weather permitting, crews will be working Saturday, April 27 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

MoDOT says the work zone will be marked with signs. Drivers are urged to use extreme caution while in the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

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Part of Route 51 in Butler County to close for repairs

Part of Route 51 in Butler County to close for repairs

BUTLER COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - A section of route 51 in Butler County will be closed for repairs starting on Friday.

According to Missouri Dept. of Transportation, this section of roadway is located between County Road 632 and Route B.

Weather permitting, work will performed Friday, April 26 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Drivers are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast.

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AMP offers scholarships for communications students

AMP offers scholarships for communications students

(KFVS) - Tri-State Advertising & Marketing Professionals is now accepting applications for the 2013 scholarship program, which will award up to three $500 scholarships for the fall 2013 academic year.

Students from the following schools are eligible to apply for the scholarships: Southeast Missouri State University, Mineral Area College, Three Rivers College, Murray State University and Southern Illinois University – Carbondale.

Applicants must be pursuing a degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, mass communications, graphic design, radio/television production or a related field and have at least a 3.0 grade point average. Special consideration will be given to students displaying leadership in the college or university’s official club in one of the previous areas. The completed application, along with supplementary materials, must be received by May 31 to be considered.