News – Thursday, September 5th 2024

Monday afternoon at 1:35 in Dent County on Highway 68 about three miles north of Salem, an accident happened that left a Salem man in serious condition. According to the highway patrol report, a 2023 Kia Seltos was being driven eastbound by 47-year-old Nicholas McGraw of Salem, when he traveled off the right side of the roadway where the Kia struck an embankment and overturned. McGraw suffered serious injuries and was transported by Air Evac Medical Helicopter to Mercy Hospital in Springfield. The Kia was totaled and removed from the scene by American Muffler. McGraw was wearing a seat restraint at the time of the accident. The highway patrol was assisted at the scene by the Dent County Sheriff’s Department, the Salem Memorial Hospital EMS, and the Dent County Fire Protection District.

An accident happened Saturday evening in Phelps County at 6:23 on Phelps County Road 2110 about five miles north of Rolla. According to the highway patrol report, 21-year-old Sebastian Jones of Rolla, was operating a 2006 Honda Motorcycle and was being pursued by the Phelps County Sheriff’s Department, when he traveled off the right side of the roadway and overturned. Jones was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered serious injuries. He was Mercy Life Flighted to the University Hospital in Columbia. Jones was wearing safety equipment when the accident occurred. The Honda was totaled and removed from the scene by C&C Towing.

An accident happened Monday afternoon at 4:20 in Phelps County on Phelps County Road 3000 at Phelps County Road 3190, about four miles east of Rolla. According to the highway patrol report, an Arctic Cat All-Terrian Vehicle driven eastbound by 45-year-old Derek Willison of Rolla, swerved to miss another vehicle and overturned. Suffering moderate injuries was Willison, while a passenger on the ATV, 35-year-old Jennali Chasteen of Rolla, suffered minor injuries. Both were taken to Phelps Health by the Phelps Health Ambulance District. Neither were wearing any safety equipment at the time of the accident. The Arctic Cat sustained moderate damages and was towed from the scene by a private party.

An accident happened in Dent County Wednesday morning at 7:04 on Route P about two miles west of Highway 32. according to the highway patrol report, 55-year-old Brian Miller of Salem was driving a 2006 Chevrolet 2500 northbound, when the side mirror of the truck struck 25-year old Owen Ramey of Salem, who was was walking along the edge of the roadway. Ramey suffered minor injuries and was transported to the Salem Hospital for treatment. The Chevrolet truck sustained minor damage and was driven from the scene. 

Healthy Dent County is thrilled to invite the community to its 13th Annual Girls Night Out, taking place on Thursday, September 12, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Salem Community Center @ the Armory, located at 1200 W. Rolla Road in Salem. This highly anticipated event promises an evening filled with fun and excitement for women and girls aged 12 and older. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore over 50 unique vendors showcasing a diverse range of products and services tailored to women’s interests. Highlights of the event include shopping with an array of unique vendors, prize giveaways and door prizes, FREE samples of various products, food samples for a delightful culinary experience, exciting activities and more. Admission is just $5.00, and all proceeds support Healthy Dent County’s initiatives. As a special incentive, attendees who bring a canned or non-perishable food item will receive a ticket for a chance to win a gift card. Each item donated increases the chance of winning, with all contributions going to the Sacred Heart Food Pantry and Grace Harbor. Healthy Dent County Executive Director Sherry Lea said this annual event is a fantastic opportunity for women to enjoy an evening of shopping and socializing while supporting a great cause. We’re excited to bring together a diverse group of vendors and offer a range of activities that promise to make this Girls’ Night Out a memorable experience. For more information or to inquire about becoming a vendor, please contact Jackie at 729-8163 or via email at jackie@salemcommunitycenter.org.

The Missouri Department of Conservation will host a hunter education certification course on September 16 from 5-9 p.m. at East Central Community College’s Rolla North Campus. The course is for participants 11 and older. Attendees must complete the knowledge portion beforehand, either online (for a fee) or via the free student manual. Those who choose to complete the student manual chapter review questions must bring the booklet to the class for the instructor to review at no cost. Student manuals can be found on MDC’s website. For more information on hunter education requirements and to register for the course visit mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/hunter-education.