Obituaries – Thursday, March 5th, 2020

Funeral services for Betty Lou (Smith) Lewis of Salem, age 85, will be Friday at 11:00 at the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will be tonight from 5:00 until 7:00. Burial will be in the Smith Cemetery.

Funeral services for Deborah “Debbie” Lynn Barton of Salem, age 14, will be Saturday at 12:00 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will also be Saturday from 10:00 until service time. Burial will be in the Dry Fork Cemetery.

Celebration of Life for Connie Hall of Rolla, age 89, will be Saturday from 1:00 until 4:00 at Sybill’s Restaurant in St. James. Memorials are suggested to Phelps Health Hospice. Arrangements are under the direction of James and Gahr Mortuary of Rolla.

Funeral services for Wilda Claudine Schlipp of Salem, age 80, will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:00 at the Salem Chapel of James and Gahr Mortuary. Visitation will be held from noon until service time Saturday. Interment will be in the Anutt Cemetery.

Funeral services for Katherine “Kathy” Sue Rictor of Salem, age 58, will be held Saturday afternoon at 3:00 at the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will be Friday night from 5:00 until 7:00. Burial will be in the Cedar Grove Cemetery

Celebration of Life Services for Velma L Bramel of Rolla, age 82, will be held Saturday, March 14th at 1:30 at the Newburg Church of God. All the arrangements are under the direction of the James & Gahr Mortuary of Salem.

Funeral services for Bernard Dale Watson II of Salem, age 65, are incomplete at this time and are under the direction of the Wilson Mortuary of Salem.

Sports – Thursday, March 5th, 2020

In the Salem Tiger Boys win over Union Tuesday night, Reese Dodson scored his 1,000 career point for the Salem Tigers. Dodson scored 20 points and needed 13 going into the game to reach that plateau. Congratulations Reese!

The Missouri Tigers lost to Ole Miss Wednesday night by the score of 75-67. Xavier Pinson scored 16 points and Jeremiah Tilman added 12 more. Missouri is 14-16 on the year and 6-11 in the SEC Conference.

The Cardinals lost to the New York Mets Wednesday, 4-1. They will have split squad games today with the Mets and also the Washington Nationals.

The Kansas City Royals beat San Diego, 9-7 Wednesday. They will play the Colorado Rockies today in the desert.

Weather – Thursday, March 5th, 2020

Today..Mostly sunny, high of 62.
Tonight..Clear, low of 33.
Friday..Sunny and cooler, high near 52.
Friday night..Clear, low of 31.
Saturday..Mostly sunny, high near 60.
Saturday night.. Partly cloudy, low near 39.
Sunday..Mostly sunny, high around 65.

Weather – Wednesday, March 4th, 2020

Today..Sunny early with increasing clouds, high around 61.
Wednesday night..Mostly cloudy, low near 36.
Thursday..Mostly sunny, high of 62.
Thursday night..Clear, low of 33.
Friday..Sunny and cooler, high near 52.
Friday night..Clear, low of 30.
Saturday..Mostly sunny, high close to 60.
Saturday night..Partly cloudy, low near 39.

Sports – Wednesday, March 4th, 2020

The Salem Tiger defeated the Union Wildcats Tuesday in overtime 61-50. The Tigers will face Rolla Friday night at 7:00 in the Class 4, District 9 championship game at Union. You can hear the game on KSMO and online at ksmoradio.com. Admission to the game is $5.00 for anyone who is six years of age and above.

The Blues extended their winning streak to eight games and beat New York 3-1 Tuesday night. The Blues will be at New Jersey Friday night.

The Missouri Tigers face Ole Miss tonight at 7:30 and you can hear the game on KSMO Radio. Missouri is 14-15 on the year and 6-10 in the SEC Conference.

The Cardinals beat Houston Tuesday, 6-3. The Red Birds will play the New York Mets today.

The Kansas City Royals will play San Diego this afternoon.

Obituaries – Wednesday, March 4th, 2020

Funeral services for Patsy “Pat” Ann (Hanson) Hutson of Salem, age 72, will be this morning at 11:00 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Burial will be in the Boss Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Salem Public Library.

Funeral services for Betty Lou (Smith) Lewis of Salem, age 85, will be Friday at 11:00 at the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 until 7:00. Burial will be in the Smith Cemetery.

Funeral services for Deborah “Debbie” Lynn Barton of Salem, age 14, will be Saturday at 12:00 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will also be Saturday from 10:00 until service time. Burial will be in the Dry Fork Cemetery.

Celebration of Life Services for Velma L Bramel of Rolla, age 82, will be held Saturday, March 14th at 1:30 at the Newburg Church of God. Arrangements are under the direction of the James & Gahr Mortuary of Salem.

Funeral services for Katherine “Kathy” Sue Rictor of Salem, age 58, will be Saturday at 3:00 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5:00 until 7:00. Burial will be in the Cedar Grove Cemetery.

Funeral services for Bernard Dale Watson II of Salem, age 65, are incomplete at this time and are under the direction of the Wilson Mortuary of Salem.

Local News – Wednesday, March 4th, 2020

In the Dent County Circuit Court on Monday in front of Judge Megan Seay, Dent County Prosecutor Andrew Curley reported that a review of a RSMO Statute Section 559.115 probation hearing was held for Macaulay Boschen who is currently in the penitentiary at Boonville. The state objected to his release due to three conduct violations by Boschen. The counsel for Boschen requested his release to probation. The request for probation was denied and Boschen’s seven-year sentenced was ordered to be executed by the judge. Also on Monday, Dale Hunter of Rolla had a previous sentence of 10 years in the Department of Corrections executed under RSMO Section 217.362 that included long term treatment in connection with his probation revocation as requested by the Missouri Board of Probation and Parole. The court also heard a guilty plea from Carla Loughridge of Salem for the possession of a controlled substance-methamphetamine, and the possession of drug paraphernalia- a meth pipe. In the sentencing hearing, Loughridge requested probation while the state requested seven years under RSMO 559.115. Loughridge was sentenced to seven years suspended execution of sentence with drug court. Also on Monday, Sethe D. Berry admitted to violating his probation by possessing a cigarette lighter within the Dent County Jail, while serving shock time ordered in connection with a previous order for 20 days shock incarcerated issued for a probation violation for failing to report. Berry had previously pled guilty to distribution of a controlled substance and was placed on probation. Defense counsel requested continued probation and the Prosecutor Curley requested execution of the defendant’s sentence. After argument, defendant’s probation was revoked and his sentence of ten years incarceration in the Missouri Department of Corrections was executed.

City Administrator Ray Walden wanted to let everyone know that the penalty date for the February utility bills has been extended to March 25th. Walden said that various members of the public had pointed out a current city ordinance that indicates penalty dates for utility bills shall be twenty days from the bill date. As the February bills had a February 14th bill date, the February 28th penalty date initially indicated for the February bills was postponed. During Monday night’s meeting, the Salem Board of Aldermen approved an ordinance granting the City Administrator authority to adjust the discount and penalty dates with approval by the Mayor or President of the Board of Aldermen, if deemed necessary. Walden stated city staff are working with customers regarding questions about their bill and in some cases, have been able to use the new AMI system to assist customers in identifying possible ways to save on their utility bills. The city has an informational sheet available showing typical electric usage for different devices and with the city’s current electric rate, how much different devices might cost to operate on a monthly basis. You can get a copy of this information at the utility office or find it on the city’s Facebook page. Walden stated the March utility bills will not be processed before March 25th and actions will be taken to verify dates listed on all future utility bills. Anyone with questions are asked to contact the city utility office at 729-4117.

Small brooms in the days of wind and sail were often made from bits of rope. One such boom was called a Sailor’s Whisk. The Salem Area Arts Council is hosting a workshop on Saturday, March 7, 2020 starting at 3:00 p.m. at the Creative Arts Center in Salem. This traditional naval skill will be taught by Wayne Douglass, an authentic sailor! Using rope, each whisk broom will be formed using special knots that make each unique, resulting in a useful item or a memorable gift! All supplies and instruction will be provided for anyone from eight to eighty to learn and take home a finished product. A TRULY special price of $5.00 per person will cover all costs to make a whisk–a terrific bargain for both the activity and product. Call or text 247-0279 to register and arrange payment to hold your spot! The Creative Arts Center is behind the ONCRC.

The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is experiencing a shortage of all negative blood types. Donations are needed immediately to ensure that adequate reserve levels are maintained. The next blood drive in Salem will be Tuesday, March 10th from 1:00 to 6:00 in the afternoon at the First Baptist Church at 201 North Mac Arthur. During the month of March, donors will receive a blue “Rewind” t-shirt; a retro look back on your favorite cassette mix tapes of the past. To be eligible to give blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good health, and present a valid photo ID. For more information, contact Cindy Sachs at 729-4241.

Local News – Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020

The Dent County Commissioners met for their regular meeting Monday morning at the Dent County Courthouse. Congressman Jason Smith was in to absentee vote in the March and April elections and stopped in to visit. Deloris Gray Wood from the Dent County Historical Society was in to remind the commissioners of the celebration of 150th anniversary of the signing of the contract to construct the courthouse on March 30th at 4:00. There will be cake and water served and the event will be held outside the courthouse, weather permitting. A representative of Senator Blunt was also in attendance and said the senator is working on the transportation infrastructure bill and health care bill. In the road report, District 1 Commissioner Dennis Purcell said brush was being cut on Dent County Road 6620 and chip and seal repair was being done on county road 4180. Purcell said maintenance was being performed on county trucks #57 and #119, plus the 430 Cat backhoe. He also said workers were finishing up repairing the bucket on the Cat 924 loader. Purcell did say if there was time some workers may get out to check and clean out some crossover pipes. District 2 Commissioner Gary Larson said brush would be cut on county roads 2320 and 2330, while materials would be hauled to Dent County Roads 3120 and 3280. He said chip and seal repairs would be made to various chip and seal roads. Larson said his crew would be working on county truck #115 and that brush cutter #16 is out with a flat. He also said maintenance was being done in the shop. Presiding Commissioner Darrell Skiles wanted to congratulate former Missouri State Highway Trooper Ron Copeland on his retirement after serving 28 years on the force. Copeland will be traveling to Jefferson City to sign up to run for the 143rd State Representative Seat. Skiles also said he would be attending the Meramec Community Enhancement Board meeting Tuesday. Dent County Clerk Angie Curley said absentee voting continues for the March 10th and April 7th elections and the last day to register to vote in the April election will be March 11th. The commissioners decided to put out bids for grader blades and those bids would need to be submitted by 10:00 March 19th. The next meeting of the dent County Commission will be Thursday morning at the courthouse and the meeting is open to the public.

A fatality accident occurred at 5:06 Monday morning in Phelps County on Highway 63 approximately 300 feet north of County Road 8010. According to the highway patrol report, a northbound 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer, driven by 61-year-old Charles Faulkner of Vichy, attempted to make a U-turn and was struck by a northbound 2001 Chevrolet Silverado driven by 59-year-old James Lutz of Rolla. Faulkner was pronounced dead at the scene at 5:50 by Phelps County Coroner Andy Davis. Faulkner was wearing a safety restraint at the time of the accident and the body was taken to Null and Son Funeral Home in Rolla. Suffering moderate injuries in the accident were Lutz and an occupant of the Silverado, 24-year-old Tanisha Reed of Rolla. Both were transported by ambulance to Phelps Health in Rolla. The report stated that Reed was wearing a safety restraint at the time of the accident while Lutz was not. Both vehicles sustained extensive damage and were removed from the scene by Ron Dishman’s Towing.

The Salem Cosmopolitan Club will hold their 69th Variety Show and Miss Salem Competition this Saturday, March 7th at the Salem City Hall Auditorium starting at 7:00. There will be nine girls vying for the title of Miss Salem at the show and they are Trinity Gorman sponsored by T. Fulton Construction, Ceceilia Reed sponsored by Salem Truss, Cheyanna Click sponsored by Salem Publishing Company, Inc., Emma Southards sponsored by Main Street Café, Harmony Alexander Sponsored by McDonalds, Brecklyn Holtz sponsored by Country Mart Pharmacy, Jainey Pettus sponsored by Riverways Federal Credit Union, MacKensie Thompson sponsored by Lake Road Steel and Cheyenne Roderman sponsored by Elwood Real Estate. David Massengale will be the emcee for the event that will also feature the talents of dancers from Linda Maledy’s Academy of Dance, plus performances by Rachel Privett and Friends, Neely and Noah Leathers, and the Salem Upper Elementary 5th grade teachers and friends. Judges from South Central Missouri will determine this year’s Miss Salem as well as the first and second runner-ups. The girls will vote on the Miss Personality title. The 2019 Miss Salem, Lauren Grogan, will crown the new Miss Salem at the event.

Obituaries – Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020

Funeral services for Patsy “Pat” Ann (Hanson) Hutson of Salem, age 72, will be Wednesday at 11:00 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will be tonight from 5:00 until 8:00. Burial will be in the Boss Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Salem Public Library.

Funeral services for Betty Lou (Smith) Lewis of Salem, age 85, will be Friday at 11:00 at the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 until 7:00. Burial will be in the Smith Cemetery.

Funeral services for Deborah “Debbie” Lynn Barton of Salem, age 14, will be Saturday at 12:00 in the Wilson Mortuary Salem Chapel. Visitation will also be Saturday from 10:00 until service time. Burial will be in the Dry Fork Cemetery.

Celebration of Life Services for Velma L Bramel of Rolla, age 82, will be held Saturday, November 14th at 1:30 at the Newburg Church of God. Arrangements are under the direction of the James & Gahr Mortuary of Salem.

Funeral services for Bernard Dale Watson II of Salem, age 65, are incomplete at this time and are under the direction of the Wilson Mortuary of Salem.

Sports – Tuesday, March 3rd, 2020

The Rolla Lady Bulldogs dominated the Salem Lady Tigers in the first half of the Class 4, District 9 semi-final game Monday night and led at the half by the score of 34-5 before cruising to a 64-20 win over the Lady Tigers. Rebecca Janke scored 14 points to lead all scorers for Rolla followed by Carli Libhart with 13 more and Savannah Campbell with 11. Ashton Bowers led Salem with eight points as the Lady Tigers season came to an end. They finished the year with a impressive 17-11 record, and Co-SCA Conference Champions. Congratulations Lady Tigers!!

The Salem Tigers Boys Basketball Tigers will face the Union Wildcats tonight in the boys semi-final game at Union in the Class 4, District 9 tournament. Salem had a bye Saturday as Union beat St. Clair, 40-34. Salem enters the game with a 12-13 record and Union is 5-21. Game time is 7:00 and you can hear the game on KSMO and on line at ksmoradio.com.

The St. Louis Blues will be in New York to face the Rangers tonight. The game will be delayed until after the Salem boys game at 8:15 on KSMO Radio. The Blues have won seven straight games.

The Missouri Tigers will play Ole Miss on Wednesday night at 7:30 and you can hear that game on KSMO Radio. Missouri is 14-15 on the year and 6-10 in the SEC Conference.

The St. Louis Cardinals beat Minnesota Monday, 6-1. The Red Birds will play Houston today.

The Kansas City Royals had Monday off and they will play Arizona this afternoon.