Archive for 2017

Salem R-80 School Registration continues today as sophomores will register from 1:00 to 5:00 at the high school and any new students to the Middle School will need to register starting at 9:00 in the morning. On Tuesday, freshman will register at the high school from 1:00 to 5:00 while at the middle school and 8th graders will start registering at 9:00 in the morning. On Wednesday, 7th graders will register at the middle school at 9:00, and on Thursday, the 6th graders will register at 9:00 at the middle school. On Friday, any student that did not register on their assigned day can register at the middle school. If you have any question, please contact the Salem High School at 729-6641 or the middle school at 729-4261.

The City of Salem Board of Aldermen will be meeting Monday night at 7:00 in the City Hall Council Chambers. At the meeting, the board will hear from Freddie Whitaker about the closing of Fourth Street from Jackson Street to Highway 19 from 8:00 in the morning until Midnight on June 16th, 2018 for the next Moonlight Madness. After the consent agenda, the board will hear City Administrator Ray Walden’s report followed by Mayor Brad Nash and his report. In the introduction and reading of bills and resolutions, Bill #3337 that was postponed at the last meeting for the sale of property from the city to MFA Cooperative Association, will be read. Bill #3338, an ordinance amending the budget for fiscal year 2016 of the City of Salem that was approved in Ordinance #3314 will be read. Also to be read will be Bill #3339 which would create an ordinance repealing Ordinance #3300 concerning overtime and holiday pay. Finally, Resolution #4 is a resolution adopting a policy on fundraising, donations and sponsorships for the City of Salem. In new business, Parks and Recreation Director Tye Lydon will present a bill of $3,290 for the Scenic Rivers Workshop to build and replace several picnic tables in the City of Salem park system, repair some picnic tables at four locations in the city and replace the board on the teetor totters on Truman Street at the Carol Midyett Park. Mayor Nash will request to the Board of Aldermen to approve his appointment of Greg Sanders as a new member to the Park and Recreation Board to replace Dave Wells who resigned. The City of Salem Board of Aldermen meeting will be held Monday night at 7:00 in the council chamber of city hall and the meeting is open to the public.

An accident happened in Texas County at 7:45 Saturday evening on Highway 32 about one mile east of Success. According to the highway patrol report, a 1997 Buick LeSabre driven eastbound by 24-year old Roby Wallis of Salem, traveled off the right side of the roadway where the car struck a utility pole and a buried cable post. Wallis suffered minor injuries and was taken to the Texas County Memorial Hospital in Houston by ambulance. It is unknown if he was wearing a seat restraint. The Buick sustained extensive damage and was removed from the scene by Jay’s Automotive in Houston.

The Salem Police Department has released a number of reports. On Friday, July 28th at approximately 9:09 in the evening, an officer transported a 38-year old male of Bixby from Viburnum to Dent County Jail due to an active arrest warrant from the City of Salem. The
suspect was incarcerated pending a court appearance. On Saturday, July 29th at about 12:46 in the morning, a vehicle was stopped for an investigation of a domestic disturbance that took place near Missouri Highway 32 and Dilworth. That investigation led to the arrest of two females: a 20 and 25 year-old both of Bolivar, for the possession and distribution of heroin. The two suspects were incarcerated pending the application for warrants. That night at approximately 9:02, an officer was dispatched to Dollar General on Highway 32 in reference to a stolen vehicle. The investigation of the report revealed that a person or persons unknown took a white 1995 Dodge Dakota pickup truck from the parking lot. The vehicle was later located near Askins and Franklin. Further investigation led to the arrest of a 33-year old male of Salem for the theft. The suspect was later released pending a warrant application and further investigation. On Sunday morning, July 30th at about 10:35, an officer was detailed to Phil-Mart convenience store located on Highway 19 South in reference to the theft of fuel. That investigation revealed a 20-year old male of Salem pumped fuel and left without paying. The suspect was located and placed under arrest for the theft. The suspect was issued a summons to appear in court and released. Please contact the Salem Police Department at 729-4242 if you have any information regarding any ongoing investigation.

Eight out of ten adults had contact with a healthcare professional in the past year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. In Dent County, there were 9,361 emergency room visits and 2,162 hospitalizations in 2013. With all this doctor-patient contact, there are also frustrations. But, visiting the doctor doesn’t have to be a frustrating experience. With many doctor visits lasting 20 minutes or less, being ready to give and get information should be your top priority. No matter your age, education, income, or family background, you can improve your ability to get the best health care and enjoy your best possible health. Here are 3 steps to become an active partner in your health care and make sure your doctor visits go smoothly: 1) Prepare for your doctor’s visit; 2) During your visit, ask any questions you may have about medication or treatments, and check that you understand your doctor before you leave; and 3) After your visit, follow your doctor’s instructions. There are times when you should call your doctor after your visit. Call your doctor if you have any side effect after taking a medicine, your symptoms that get worse, you haven’t gotten the results of any tests you’ve had – don’t assume no news is good news, and if don’t understand your test results. If you want more information to help you make the most of your doctor’s visits, contact the local health navigators at SMDH Family Medicine by calling 573-729-8000 or call your local Phelps County Regional Medical Center (PCRMC) Dent Medical Clinic at 573-364-9000.