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The ICARE program at the Dunklin County Caring Council has changed its name to Cancer Assistance Services. “the name was misleading in the sense it sounds like you’re talking about vision care,” said Program Director Cheryl Bruce. “Often people need cancer cancer assistance but go past the name ICARE because it doesn’t sound like a cancer assistance program.”...

WASHINGTON ― The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation’s tax season will start on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns. The Feb. 12 start date for individual tax return filers allows the IRS time to do additional programming and testing of IRS systems following the Dec. 27 tax law changes that provided a second round of Economic Impact Payments and other benefits...

WASHINGTON ― The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation’s tax season will start on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, when the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns. The Feb. 12 start date for individual tax return filers allows the IRS time to do additional programming and testing of IRS systems following the Dec. 27 tax law changes that provided a second round of Economic Impact Payments and other benefits...

Last week I objected during the Joint Session count of electoral votes in order to have a debate on the issue of election integrity. My objection proceeded according to the letter of the statute, which specifically permits for objections and debate, and followed the traditions of Congress. ...

Area first responders were on the scene of an accident at the intersection of 412 and Highway Y at approximately 2:25 p.m. on Monday. Initial reports state there were injuries. More details as they become available in the DDD.

When you think of beautiful historic small towns, the City of Campbell comes to mind. Known as the Peach Capitol of Missouri, Campbell sits along the edge of Crowley’s Ridge and features a state park, referred to as Morris State Park, located off of Hwy. WW, just down from Bader’s Peach Farm...

In honor of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. a free dinner is being offered on Monday, January 18, 2021. The meal consists of ham, choice of white or brown beans, cornbread, dessert, and a drink. Serving time will be from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, meals will be available for pick up only with social distancing observed. ...

A Dexter man has been arrested on drug charges after fleeing from officers on Monday. Matthew A. Taylor, 37, was arrested and charged with the Class D felony of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid...

The nursing programs at Three Rivers College have seen success over the last year. For the fall of 2019, 100% of the nursing students at the Poplar Bluff campus successfully completed and received certification. For the spring 2020 semester, that rate is at 95%. Dr. Staci Foster, chair of Nursing and Allied Health, said the 5% is equal to one student out of the class of 20 students...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.– Gov. Mike Parson announced on Thursday the activation of Phase 1B - Tier 1 of Missouri’s COVID-19 Vaccination Plan. Federal partners have informed the state that they plan to significantly increase vaccine supply next week and that individuals 65 and older and those with comorbidities should be prioritized. This news allows the state to begin the process of activating Phase 1B tiers...

During the holiday shopping season Shoe Sensation asked customers to contribute to their Socks for Soldiers Campaign, where they could make a purchase and with a particular amount, Shoe Sensation would make a sock donation. Or, the customer could make the purchase for donation themselves...

Dunklin County Library Director JoNell Minton recently received confirmation from Missouri Secretary of State John R. Ashcroft that the library system has been awarded a 2021 LSTA Technology Mini-Grant for improvements. Terry Bruce, technology coordinator for the county system, and Minton collaborated for the grant process...

The first phase of vaccination against COVID-19 is under way in Missouri, with some members of priority groups already receiving their second doses of vaccines. But with vaccination still months away for most residents, local public health experts with the One for All Missouri campaign are urging Missourians to continue to take steps to stop the spread of COVID-19. ...

CHARLESTON, Mo. — Authorities are continuing to search for a Mississippi County woman who has been missing for over two weeks. On Sunday, the Mississippi County and Scott County Sheriff’s offices, along with SEMO Search and Rescue, conducted a joint operation in an area bordering both counties, searching for Madisson Lambert, 24, who was last seen at 10:30 p.m. Dec. 26, 2020...

The Malden Chamber would like to Spotlight it’s Chamber Business of the Month, MACO Management. MACO Management Company, Inc., was established in 1977 for the sole purpose of professionally operating affordable housing. This need was recognized by MACO Management’s sister company MACO Construction, Inc., as it was actively engaged in the development and construction of multifamily apartments and need to contract for the services of professional management after the complexes were constructed...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Gov. Mike Parson began a new term in office Monday with an inaugural ceremony marking the start of Missouri’s bicentennial celebration, but without a traditional party because of coronavirus precautions. The Republican governor took the oath of office on the grounds of the recently refurbished Capitol, with church bells ringing and artillery guns firing a salute -- just as they have for past governors. ...

Aside from the physical aspects of COVID-19, mental health and substance abuse issues have escalated during the pandemic. In fact recent studies indicate that people struggling with these issues have tripled since the beginning of the pandemic. In response to these troubling numbers, FCC Behavioral Health has partnered with the statewide Show Me Hope program to assist those in our area afflicted by pandemic induced anxiety, depression and substance abuse issues...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — A jail reimbursement program is costing counties millions, according to Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway. On Dec. 30, Galloway released an audit of the County Reimbursement Program, which reimburses county governments for certain costs for housing and transporting state prisoners. The program is administered by the Missouri Department of Corrections...

The Malden Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Jan. 8, at Red’s Lumber, located at 2990 N. Douglas St. Formerly Stratman’s Lumber, Red’s Lumber is located off Hwy. 25, just before you reach Industrial Drive at the Malden Municipal Airport...

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has set a February 12 deadline to apply for wetland and agricultural land easements in Missouri. NRCS provides technical and financial assistance to help private landowners, tribes, land trusts and other groups protect valuable lands through easements...

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – State Representative Derek Grier has filed legislation this year with the intent of protecting the rights of citizens from the abuse or misuse of emergency powers given to elected officials. Grier’s HB 602 would place limitations upon those powers granted to state or local officials by requiring that emergency powers exercised by the governor or any other official must be narrowly tailored to serve a compelling health or public safety issue, and be limited in the duration, application, and scope to avoid the infringing of constitutional rights of the individual citizens under their purview. ...

Does the beauty and history that surrounds you every day ever surprise you? During a November trip to Kennett, I observed the majestic of marble, brick and granite of the post office in the early light of a crisp winter morning. The picture needed a story to go with it. ...