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WEBGerald Duane Davis, a cherished husband, father, and brother, passed away on August 28, 2024, at the age of 78, while visiting in Montana. Duane was born on October 16, 1945, in Morrilton, Arkansas,... Peggy Sue Gammill, 83, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away September 12, 2024 at her home. Peggy was born to Sherman and Geraldine Coburn ...
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WEB2 days ago — Delta Fair Board Member of the Year (9/23/24) Steve Hankins [email protected]. KENNETT, Mo. - The Delta Fair Board Member of the Year is honored for the nod. Dale McClelland is a humble man who said so many others are worthy of the award. “I sure don’t feel like Board Member of the Year,” he admitted.
Drivers getting the message: Phone down; it’s the law
WEB10 hours ago — After the law took effect, distracted driving dropped significantly, with the average phone usage per hour reaching a low of 1 minute and 57 seconds. After one year, average distraction time had decreased by 5.1% compared to the period immediately before the law went into effect. Missouri was the 28th state to introduce hands-free legislation.
Local News: Wanted fugitive surrenders to police (9/27/24) | Delta ...
WEB1 day ago — Wanted fugitive surrenders to police. Friday, September 27, 2024. Crystal Umfress. A Columbia restauranteur who was the subject of a nationwide police dragnet is reported to have surrendered to officers Thursday. Dunklin County Prosecuting Attorney Nicholas Jain said Crystal Umfress, 43 of 4803 Gillespie Bridge, …
Scott City Schools dismiss early following lockdown due to …
WEB1 day ago — Scott City R-1 was dismissed early after going on lockdown late Thursday morning, Sept. 26, because of an alleged shooting threat at the school. According to a news release from the school district, the high school office received a phone call from the National Suicide Hotline at 11:15 a.m. saying a student had "been in text communication" and claimed to have a loaded shotgun in "a high school ...
DDD Sports - Delta Dunklin Democrat
WEBSep 20, 2024 — NEW MADRID, Mo. — Cape Central bounced back from a recent loss with a straight-set win at New Madrid County Central on Wednesday, Sep. 11. The Lady Tigers (8-2) displayed a crisper performance and executed their plays more effectively, snapping the Lady Eagles (3-2) three-game winning streak...
Popular Stories - Delta Dunklin Democrat
WEBThe Glory of the Quilt (9/7/24) For the month of September, the Dunklin County Library headquarters is a feast of color and local talent. Beginning Saturday, September, 7, 2024, local quilters have been invited to display their art of quilting. When first walking through the doors, quilts will grab your attention hanging from the second floor ...
Juvenile in custody following Kennett school threat
WEBSep 18, 2024 — KENNETT, Mo. - School districts nationwide were crippled last week by what law enforcement called "blanket threats" issued on social media. Snapchat and Tik Tok seem to be the most popular platforms used to disseminate school shooting threats, including a Snapchat post titled, "Targeted Schools," reports indicated...
Kennett Council distributes funds for OAKS, others - Delta Dunklin …
WEBAug 23, 2024 — In unfinished business, the council approved Senior Citizen tax distributions totaling $40,000. The lions share of that total, $28,000 went to the Kennett OAKS Nutrition Center. Ward I Council member Lisa Dry questioned the thinking behind the move and Ward III Councilman Kevin Swain had answers. “I propose we take $40,000 for the year ...
Local News: Threat initiates Kennett school closure (9/16/24)
WEBMonday, September 16, 2024. The Kennett School District has cancelled classes, practices, and extra-curricular activities today due to a school threat. Superintendent Dr. Richie Leeker issued the following statement in a news release. "On Sunday, September 15, 2024, the Kennett Administration was informed of a threat made toward Kennett High ...
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