Local News – Thursday, April 11th, 2019
The South-Central Drug Task Force concluded a short-term narcotics investigation on April 3rd that led to a search warrant for a residence in the 12000 block of Highway 72 in Bunker. From that search, the Reynolds County Sheriff’s Office arrested 40-year old Rickey B. Holt of Bunker. He was charged with four felony drug charges, plus felony charges of the unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful use of a weapon and maintaining a public nuisance. Another suspect identified during the investigation may also be facing charges from the investigation. Officers of the Reynolds County Sheriff’s Office, Dent County Sheriff’s Office, the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the Missouri Department of Conservation and the South-Central Drug Task Force served the search warrant at the residence where officers found marijuana, a substance believed to be LSD, a 115 grams of a substance that is believed to be Psilocybin mushrooms, 15 firearms and also cash. The charges for which Holt was arrested are merely accusations and are not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.
The Dent County Service Unit of the Salvation Army would like to send youth and families to camp this summer. This free camp, located in Bourbon, Missouri is made possible by local donations. Nestled in the foothills of the Missouri Ozark Mountains, Camp Mihaska has been a Christian retreat and sanctuary for more than 60 years, serving thousands of youth, families, churches, organizations and individuals seeking personal growth and spiritual development. Owned and operated by The Salvation Army, Camp Mihaska provides a safe, fun and memorable experience for those seeking adventure. The activities at camp are endless. When you’re not hiking in the woods along endless miles of trails, exploring the caves or fishing and paddle boating in the magnificent lakes, you can soak up the sun at their pool with water sprays, a lap pool, vortex and an in-pool bubble tub. Basketball, volleyball, tennis and miniature golf are available day or night, as well as outdoor paintball games. A number of camps are available. There will be a sports camp from June 11th trough the 14th that allows campers to experience a variety of different sports and exercise for youth age 8 through 12. A Kid’s Camp will be held June 17th through the 20th and this is for children 6-9 years of age where they are encouraged to learn, laugh and experience new things as they grow closer to friends, family and God. During that same time period, The Salvation Army Outdoors camp will be held allows teens ages 13 through 16 to make new friends while experiencing recreation, fishing, swimming, Hunter’s Safety, conservation, team building games and growing together. This camp features sleeping in an outdoor tent. A Teen Camp will be held July 8th through the 12th to allow teens from 13 to 17 years of age to make new friends through recreation, swimming, fishing & team building games while growing together with a “Tween” Camp held the following week from July 15th through the 19th that features the same activities for those 10 to 12 years of age. There will also be a Family Camp held July 22nd through the 26th for parents with small children 16 years of age and under that will allow parents & children to spend time together without the interruptions normally found at home while camping. Come and allow the staff at Camp Mahaska to pamper, challenge and minister to you on a fun-filled, educational and inspirational outdoor retreat you won’t forget. The deadline for camp applications is May 10th. For camp applications and additional information, please call your local Dent County Salvation Army Service Unit at 729-8163.