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March 15
UPDATED 2:30 AM - Poplar Bluff police ask residents to stay inside as they continue to respond to tornado damage
Poplar Bluff police urge residents to stay inside amid tornado damage, with downed power lines and blocked roads. Emergency services are responding, and shelters are open for displaced residents.
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March 15
Big March storm fans wildfires and kills 3 as forecasters fear weekend tornado outbreak
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A sprawling storm system crossing the U.S. on Friday caused deadly crashes, damaged buildings and fanned more than 100 wildfires in several central states, prompting evacuation orders in some communities. More than a dozen tornadoes touched dow...
SEAN MURPHY and RUSS BYNUM, Associated Press
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March 14
Waiting game: Schools ask what’s next for DoE
School superintendents in Southeast Missouri express concerns over the potential closure of the federal Department of Education under President Trump's proposal.
By JOE McGRAW Staff Writer and LEONA HEURING SEMO News Service
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March 14
Future market uncertain for rice producers as possible recession looms
Rice producers face an uncertain future as recession fears grow, with market analyst Dennis DeLaughter highlighting concerns about prices, financing, and government support.
Jonathon Dawe
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March 14
I-57 progresses while officials decry MoDOT delays
Frustration grows over MoDOT's delay in utilizing $90 million state funds for the I-57/Highway 67 project, as officials push for prioritization. Despite slow state action, local enthusiasm remains high.
Joe McGraw
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March 14
FREE ACCESS: Bootheel area facing elevated tornado risk late Friday night
Southeast Missouri can expect 50-70 mph winds beginning at 9 p.m. Friday evening, followed by severe thunderstorms and a moderate risk of tornadoes. NWS urged residents to find shelter in a safe location overnight and find a reliable way of receiving weather alerts...
Jonathon Dawe
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March 13
March megastorm may bring blizzards, tornadoes, flooding and even fires across much of US
More than 100 million people in the U.S. will be in the path of an intense March storm starting Friday as the sprawling multi-day system threatens fires, blizzards,
ISABELLA O'MALLEY, Associated Press
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March 13
Poplar Bluff Altrusa chapter looking back on 70 years of service
Altrusa International of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Inc. will celebrate a milestone anniversary on March 22. The chapter has spearheaded multiple charitable efforts in its 70 years of operation, and members have climbed the leadership ladder at the international level...
From Staff Reports
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March 13
FREE ACCESS: High winds, possible tornadoes Friday
Poplar Bluff faces high winds up to 45 mph and potential tornadoes Friday evening as a major weather system moves through the region. Residents are urged to stay alert and heed warnings.
Joe McGraw
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March 12
Stolen valor: Southeast Missouri man jailed for posing as decorated war hero
A Missouri man, William J. Clark, faces forgery and stolen valor charges after posing as a decorated war hero. Authorities found counterfeit military documents and medals in his possession.
Southeast Missourian
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