Archive for 2017

The Salem Police Department has released some reports. On Tuesday, September 19th at approximately 7:37 in the morning, an officer was dispatched to the Salem City Park in reference to a theft. The investigation of the report revealed that a person or persons unknown took tools from a work trailer valued at $890.00. The report is under investigation. That afternoon at about 12:02, a vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation. The investigation of the stop led to the arrest of a 30-year-old male of Salem for driving while being intoxicated and on active arrest warrants from Shannon County. The suspect was issued a summons to appear in court and incarcerated pending extradition. That same afternoon at approximately 12:50, an officer was detailed to a residence in the 100 block of North Park reference property damage. That investigation of the revealed a 31-year old female of Salem damaged the back door of a residence attempting to enter the residence. Further investigation led to the arrest of the suspect who was issued a summons to appear in court and released. That evening at about 10:21, an officer transported a 38-year old male of Dixon from Phelps County Sheriffs Department to the Dent County Jail due to an active arrest warrant from the City of Salem. The suspect was incarcerated pending a court appearance Wednesday morning. On September 20th, at approximately 8:10, an officer was contacted at the Department in reference to a theft from a vehicle. The investigation of the report revealed that a person or persons unknown entered a vehicle parked in the 800 block of East Ellis and took twenty dollars in cash. The report is under investigation. Later that day at approximately 2:13 in the afternoon, an officer was dispatched to the Salem High School in reference to a student in possession of tobacco. That investigation led to the detention of a 15-year old juvenile male of Salem for possession of tobacco. The student’s parents were notified and the report was forwarded to the Juvenile Office. At approximately 2:58 that same afternoon, an officer was dispatched to the 800 block of East Ellis in reference to another theft. That investigation revealed that a person or persons unknown took a purse and its contents valued at $798.00 from a silver 1996 Ford Ranger that was parked near a residence. The report is under investigation. On Friday, September 22nd, an officer located a 34-year old male of Salem at the Salem High School football field who had an active arrest warrant from Dent County. The suspect was taken into custody on the warrant and incarcerated pending a court appearance. On Saturday night, September 23rd at approximately 8:28, an officer was dispatched to the Salem Community Center @ The Armory in reference to an assault. The investigation of the report revealed that a 30-year old female of Salem had assaulted a 50-year old female of Rolla. Further investigation led to the arrest of the suspect who was issued a summons to appear in court and was released. On Sunday afternoon, September 24th, a vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation. The investigation of the stop led to the arrest of a 51-year old male of Salem for driving while having his license revoked and resisting arrest as well as a 30-year old Salem male for possession of a controlled substance. The 51-year old suspect was issued summonses to appear in court and released. The 30-year old suspect was incarcerated pending the application for warrants. Later that same afternoon at approximately 4:01, a vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation. The investigation of the stop led to the arrest of a 24-year old female of Salem on an active arrest warrant from Dent County. The suspect was released to the Dent County Sheriff’s Department. Please contact the Salem Police Department at (573) 729-4242 if you have information regarding any ongoing investigation.

Next week is “Fall Cleanup Week” where you can place your extra items that you want disposed of out on your normal trash day starting on October 9th. This includes washers, dryers, refrigerators, old furniture, etc. You cannot put out tires, paint, oil, transmission fluid (or any other type of petroleum product) batteries. The “Fall Cleanup Week” is only for one week so don’t forget!

The weekend of October 7th and 8th, Round Spring will be the host site for the Ozark Trail Association (OTA) Mega Trail Building Event on the Round Spring Spur of the Ozark Trail. Volunteers can report to the Round Spring Visitor Center between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. during the Mega Events. OTA Mega Events can attract 100 to 200 volunteers and yield close to one mile of new trail. Mega Events are a wonderful trail celebration with free camping, delicious outdoor meals, and entertainment for volunteers. The Round Spring Spur will connect to trails in the Roger Pryor Backcountry Area and the Blair Creek Section of the Ozark Trail. When completed, the trail will provide new hiking options for visitors along the upper Current River and will also offer an opportunity for a mulit-day hiking/floating adventure between Round Spring and Powder Mill. A second OTA Mega Event is scheduled for October 28-29 at Round Spring. Visit the Ozark Trail Association website at www.ozarktrail.com for more information about the Ozark Trail and the upcoming Mega Events. For additional information about National Park Service activities contact Park Ranger Dave Tobey at (573) 323-8093 or dave_tobey@nps.gov, visit the park’s Facebook page, or website at www.nps.gov/ozar.

GRO Salem is asking “What can YOU do to help clean up our town this month?” Here are some ideas! Sell unneeded items during the City Wide Yard Sale this Saturday and you may find some extra cash for what you may have considered trash! The week of October 9th through the 13th is “Fall Cleanup Week” in the City of Salem. That means on your regular trash pickup date, the city will do free curbside pick-up of yard waste, old appliances and other big items. Now’s the time to get rid of some of those things in your yard or home you’ve been meaning to get rid of. If you can’t move some of those items and need help, call GRO Salem at 453-2500 to request assistance. Also, just walk around your neighborhood or town pick up any trash you come across. You can also help out a neighbor by raking leaves in their yard or pulling leaves out of their gutters! There are lots of volunteer events already scheduled for October, but if you have a need at your home, call GRO Salem at 453-2500 for some help with clean-up projects or tasks. Watch the GroSalem.MO Facebook page as they share information about volunteer happenings around our community and how to get involved! By working together on the little things, we can accomplish big things!

The Salem Police Department has released some reports. On Monday, September 18th at approximately 10:15 in the morning, an officer was contacted at the Salem Police Department in reference to a theft from a vehicle. The investigation of the report revealed that a person or persons unknown took a Garmin GPS unit valued at $100.00 from a gray 2008 Chevrolet Impala that was parked on Ray Lane. The report is under investigation. That afternoon at about 1:20, a vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation. The investigation of the stop led to the arrest of a 46-year old female of Viburnum for driving while being intoxicated. The suspect was issued a summons to appear in court and released. Later that afternoon at approximately 4:31, an officer was contacted at the Salem Police Department in reference to a theft. That investigation revealed that a person or persons unknown took a birdbath valued at $150.00 from a residence in the 300 block of South Warfel. The report is under investigation. That evening at about 6:06, an officer located a 31-year old male of Salem in the 600 block of South Elmer who had an active arrest warrant from Missouri Probation and Parole. The suspect was taken into custody on the warrant and incarcerated pending extradition. Contact the Salem Police Department at 729-4242 if you have information about any ongoing investigation.

The Missouri Department of Conservation has announced that Hunter Education Skills Session for this area will be held in Salem at the Salem Community Center@The Armory on Friday, October 13th from 5:30 to 9:30, in Bunker at the Bunker High School on Eagle Pride Drive on Saturday, October 14th starting at 8:00 in the morning, and again in Salem on Monday, October 16th from 5:30 to 9:30 at the Salem Community Center@The Armory. Certification is limited to those who are 11 years of age or older. Students should be sure to bring either a completed workbook or a copy of the certificate verifying the completion of the online portion. Missouri’s hunter education course is required for any hunter born on or after January 1, 1967. There is no cost for the class but you must register online at mdc.mo.gov/hunt/huntered.

The 54th Annual Rose Holland Trout Derby will be held at Montauk State Park Friday through Sunday. Nature Bingo will be held on Friday at 6 p.m. at the campground amphitheater. An Old Time Cruise-In Car Show will be held at the Searcy Building parking lot on Friday night at 4 p.m. The Derby itself begins at 7:30 Saturday morning until 6:30 that evening and again Sunday morning at 7:30 until 11:30. Those who participant will have the opportunity to fish for tagged trout during this fishing derby. Anglers catching tagged trout will receive prizes awarded on Sunday just after the derby ends at noon. On Saturday, the Salem Memorial District Hospital will offer free health screenings, there will be a Country Store open across from the lodge, plus there will be food available and kids activities, live entertainment and an auction. “Hikes for Your Heart” will be also held on Saturday including a night hike. All the proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association.

Highway 19 in Shannon County has been reduced to one lane with a 10-foot width restriction as contractor crews continue the construction on the bridge and pavement tie-ins over Sinking Creek. The bridge over Sinking Creek is located approximately 3 miles south of Route EE. Weather permitting; work may begin as early as Monday, Oct. 9th through Friday, Nov. 10th. The work zone will be set-up for 24-hours a day. Work will be completed under one-lane traffic using temporary signals. Signals will be utilized to shift traffic away from the work area and will remain one-lane through the work zone. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use caution while traveling in the area. For more information, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636).