South Missourian News

In the June 10 issue of The News, it was reported that an investigation surrounding citizen complaints made to the Arkansas Ethics Commission was ongoing involving operations of the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and that more details would be available once the investigation was complete...

The seventh annual Punkin Run was held on Saturday, Sept. 11. Shortly after 12 noon, 71 bikes/trikes and four vehicles left the square in Alton to participate in the annual event to raise funds for the Eddie “Punkin” Johnson Scholarship fund. Approximately 100 people participated in the dice run during the event, which raised more than $3,000...

After more than a decade, the Couch Fall Festival will once again be held. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, Oct. 2 at 6 p.m. in the Couch High School Old Gym and will raise funds for the high school. Couch High School Principal Kelly Roberts stated funds will be used for items teachers need in the classrooms as well as other needs including new text books in different subjects, etc...

Oregon County was recognized as a Purple Heart County and the City of Alton was recognized as Purple Heart City by State Representative Ron Copeland on Saturday, Sept. 11. During a ceremony held after the annual Punkin’ Run on Saturday, Sept. 11, State Representative Ron Copeland made the announcement about the designation...

Fidelity Communications customers will soon see an improvement in their service. The company, part of the Cable One family of brands, began work on an upgrade Monday, Sept. 6. The company recenlty announced thorugh a press release an almost “$400,000 upgrade to its robust, fiber-rich network in Thayer.”...

Koshkonong City Council held a tax hearing meeting on Monday, Aug. 30. Hunt stated every year the city must hold a tax hearing. “The city cannot raise taxes on the citizens of Koshkonong, the homeowners and property owners of Koshkonong, without putting it on a ballot. The only thing we are here to do is to vote not to raise taxes at this time,” said Hunt. Though taxes were not going to be raised by the city, the assessed evaluation from the county is between the individual and the county...

On Tuesday, Sept. 7, Oregon County Health Department reported seven additional cases of COVID-19 cases. Two have an Alton address and five have a Thayer address. Two of the cases reported as being fully vaccinated for COVID-19. On Friday, Sept. 3, Oregon County Health Department reported three additional cases of COVID-19. All cases have an Alton address...

For those who are always doing acts of service for others, it often comes as a shock when they are recognized for said acts. That was most certainly the case for Ozark Acres resident and SRACC President Lauren Siebert when she was recently told she was the recipient of an award...

Many visited Mammoth Spring State Park this past holiday weekend to enjoy the 37th annual Antique and Classic Car Show. Event Coordinator Adam Davis stated it was a huge success. “We set an all-time record with 167 cars and hundreds of spectators that came throughout the day.   The weather was great and we had cars lining up as early as 7 a.m. Over 50 trophies and awards were given out,” said Davis...

On April 2, an incident of a male subject with a long gray beard was shooting a firearm on County Road 206E was reported to Oregon County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Grey Huddleston arrived at the residence of the alleged suspect identified as David Davis, of Alton...

On June 29, a burglary was reported to Oregon County Sheriff’s Office in Myrtle. The department was informed someone had gone through a resident’s barn and shop building. On June 30, Oregon County Sheriff’s Office was informed of another burglary in Myrtle. Upon arrival on the scene, Deputy Sheriff Grey Huddleston observed damage including a broken window and a busted door...

Thayer Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Fall Festival in downtown Thayer on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 4 to 8:30 p.m. with a rain date scheduled for the following Saturday on Oct. 16. Live music is already lined up for the event including The Howell Family and Highway W Band...

The month of September is Library Card Sign-up Month. A time when Oregon County District Libraries join the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step on the path to academic achievement and lifelong learning...

After 24 and a half years in office, Charles Alford is retiring as Oregon County Assessor. When looking for a new job, Alford decided to run for the office after being interested and involved in politics by previously working with various candidates...

The Mammoth Spring Chamber of Commerce met at Shorty’s Rib Shack on Thursday, Aug. 12 to conduct monthly business. President Trena Spears called the meeting to order, followed by a review of last month’s minutes and financial report. Those in attendance accepted the reports as presented...

After realizing last school year there was not a sensory room or a therapeutic space for students with special needs to “calm and focus themselves,” Special Education Paraprofessional Susan Kay Bottorff with the Thayer School District was inspired to create one...

It’s that time of year once again to start your engines and put up your kickstands! The seventh annual Punkin’ Run is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 11. Open to all types of motorcycles and vehicles, registration will start at 9:30 a.m. followed by lunch at 11 a.m. Kickstands go up at 12 noon for the benefit dice run that will begin and end on the square in Alton...

As of Monday, Aug. 23, the Oregon County Health Department reported 11 new cases of COVID-19 from Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The number of active cases in the county is 40. Four of the active cases are hospitalized. Of the 11 reported additional cases, one has been fully vaccinated for COVID-19...

Summer is winding down, but newly appointed Oregon County Presiding Commissioner, David Stubblefield is just getting started. Since taking office two months ago, he has been working hard to seek county improvements. The county is once again a member of SCOCOG and meeting with the organization. When asked how this will be positive for the county, Stubblefield stated the organization will assist with grants and certain bids for the county...