Archive for 2020

A one vehicle accident happened Sunday afternoon around 1:30 in Dent County at the Shawnee Mac Conservation area. According to the report from the highway patrol, a 2002 Chevrolet being driven by 17-year old Mackenzye Beard of Salem, traveled off the right side of the road and overturned. Beard was transported to Salem Memorial District hospital for the treatment of moderate injuries. The Chevrolet was totaled and removed from the scene by Whitakers Towing.

An accident happened in Dent County on Highway 32 at Dent County Road 4180 Monday morning at 10:40. According to the report from the highway patrol, a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica being driven by 34-year old Sarah Brown of Rolla made a left hand turn in front of a 2015 Dodge Challenger by driven by 27-year old Zachary Pogue of Salem. The Pacifica was struck in the side by the Challenger. Two minors in the Challenger were transported by EMS to Salem Memorial District Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Both vehicles received extensive damage. The Challenger was towed by Whitaker’s Towing while the Pacifica was removed by American Muffler and Towing.

A one vehicle accident happened involving a resident from Steelville happened Saturday afternoon just before 5:00 in Taney County on Highway 76 about a mile east of Branson. The report from the highway patrol states that a 2001 Yamaha Road Star being ridden by 58- year old Ivan Earney of Steelville, failed to negotiate a curve and traveled off the right side of highway, then struck an embankment and overturned. Earney and a passenger, 55-year old Vickie Earney of Steelville, were both ejected from the Yamaha and were transported by Taney county ambulance District to Cox South in Springfield. Vickie Earney received serious injuries while Ivan Earney suffered just minor injuries. The Yamaha sustained moderate damage and was removed from the scene by a private party.

A one vehicle accident happened Saturday night just before 8:30 in Crawford County on Route TT about a mile north of Highway 8. The report released by the highway patrol says that a 2003 Jeep Liberty being driven by 69-year old Larry Michaelson of Steelville, was southbound when he failed to negotiate a curve and traveled off the right side of the road striking several trees. Michaelson was transported by the Steelville Ambulance to the Phelps Health hospital in Rolla for treatment of moderate injuries. The Jeep sustained extensive damage and was towed from the scene by Miles and Sons Towing.

A one vehicle accident happened early Saturday morning shortly after 2:00 in Texas County on Route B about two miles east of Houston. According to the report from the highway patrol, a 2010 Ford Explorer being driven by 23-year old Annalea Breedlove of Edgar Springs was westbound when she traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck two power poles before overturning and ejecting her from the vehicle. Breedlove was not wearing a safety restraint at the time of the accident and was transported by air ambulance to Cox South Hospital in Springfield for treatment of serious injuries. The Ford was totaled and removed from the scene by Jay’s Towing.

The Salem Board of Aldermen will hold their regular meeting starting at 7:00 tonight at the city hall auditorium. After the call to order and roll call, bids will be reviewed for a split load of Utility Poles. After approval of the consent agenda, Planning and Zoning Board Chairman Gary Brown will report on the hearing and meeting held earlier in the evening concerning the subdivision of 1201 West Coffman and the reorganization of the Planning and Zoning Board. The Board will then hear from Kevin James, Finance Committee Chairman, on the meeting held August 27th, followed by City Administrator Ray Walden as he will give an update on city projects. The board will hear Bill #3462 which is an ordinance dealing with the subdivision of 1201 West Coffman. The board will then discuss Bill #3463, an ordinance authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to execute a license agreement for joint use of electric wood poles between the City of Salem and Intercounty Electric Cooperative for electric service attachments. In new and miscellaneous business, the board will discuss RFQ’s for HVAC services at the City Administrative Office, Community Center, City Hall and Police Station. The board will issue approval to apply for a (LLEBDG) Local Law Enforcement Block Grant for radios before going into closed session to discuss contracts. The regular meeting of the alderman is open to the public.

Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to plan for a safe 2020 Labor Day weekend. Whether you are on the water or on the road, it’s everyone’s responsibility to travel safely and observe all Missouri laws. It is also important to observe social distancing and other CDC guidelines related to the coronavirus, and stay home if you are ill. As you plan your Labor Day weekend, incorporate safety into every facet from choosing your route, making sure your equipment is in good working condition, being aware of and following Missouri’s traffic and boating laws, driving your vehicle or vessel courteously, and wearing a seat belt or a life jacket. In Missouri, nine people died and 431 were injured in 1,021 traffic crashes over the 2019 Labor Day holiday. This means one person was killed or injured every 10.6 minutes. Troopers arrested 116 people for driving while intoxicated during last year’s holiday weekend. The 2020 counting period for the Labor Day holiday will be from 6:00 tonight through 11:59 Monday night, September 7th. The Highway Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort) over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. All available troopers will be patrolling Missouri’s roadways and waterways. Troopers on the roadways will be enforcing Missouri’s speed limit, seat belt, and impaired driving laws, in addition to being available to assist motorists. If your celebration includes alcohol, designate someone else to drive whether you are in your boat or your car. The public is encouraged to call the Patrol’s Emergency Report Line (800) 525-5555 or *55 on your cellular phone you they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency.

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is now accepting entries for its annual photo contest. Winning entries will be posted online and featured in an issue of Missouri Resources magazine. The deadline to submit photos is October 1st. Contestants can submit entries in three categories. One category is natural resources which could include photo of Missouri’s air, landscapes and waterways. Another category is unique places including photos taken within one of Missouri’s state parks and historic sites. For a list of all Missouri parks and sites visit mostateparks.com. The final category is people enjoying and exploring Missouri’s great outdoors. Judges will choose first, second, third and honorable mention winners for each category. For more information or to submit photos, you can visit dnr.mo.gov/photocontest. Questions about the photo contest can be sent to socialmedia@dnr.mo.gov.

It’s time to dig out your cowboy boots and saddle up for the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Rodeo this Saturday and Sunday at the Commons. The IPRA/MRCA Pro Rodeo by Outlaw Rodeo Productions kicks off each night at 7:30. Rodeo events include bareback riding, calf roping, breakaway roping, team roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, barrel racing and bull riding. There will be a calf scramble each night for children 10 year of age and under, Blake Skaggs mini buckers will be in action. Saturday night will be red, white and blue night saluting our veterans. Advance tickets will be $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children ages 5 to 11. They can be purchased at the Salem Area Chamber Visitors Center, both locations of the Bank of Salem, Progressive Ozark Bank, both Town and Country Bank locations, and Riverways Federal Credit Union. Tickets at the gate each night are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children. The concession stand will be open and there will be vendors and music on the grounds. For more information call the Salem Area Chamber office at 573-729-6900.