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The Portageville School board recognized several teachers at the May 14 school board meeting. The retirees were presented bells. The board also thanked them for their dedicated service to the students of the district. -submitted photo

The following students at Portageville High School have received Honor Roll for Fourth Quarter. They are: 9TH GRADE Logan Birdwell, Hannah Chamberlain, Jalyn Cobb, Makenzie Durden, Jillian Forrester, Kristopher Gamblin, Kelton Graham, Charles Nelson, Brennan Greenwell, Martavius Hopkins, Will Jamison, Akiyah Jordan, Macey Laws, Caleb Lerma, Skilar MacMurray, Paul McCrate, Gracie Pardon, Breanna Portwood, Kiley Rainey, Emma Redd, Abigail Schrewsbury, Emma Smith, Max Stafford, Emily Strawn, Niklas Sullivan, Jaren Walls, Grace Watson, Cayden Weller, Madelyn White, Haley Willett, Hunter Wilson, Alex Winsor,and Khristshan Word.. ...

The following students had perfect attendance from the beginning of the school year to the end of the year. Zariah Haynes Jaionna Haynes Justin Forrester Gloriaha Farmer Brady Stone Cloton barney De'Mon Morgan Received Honor Roll are: First Grade A Honor Roll...

Cape Girardeau, MO – Seven individuals were arrested today on federal charges of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and distribution of methamphetamine. Federal, state and local investigators also seized two handguns and approximately $20,000 in suspected drug proceeds. One additional individual was taken into custody on an unrelated state arrest warrant.  ...

The following students at Portageville Middle School have Perfect Attendance and Honor Roll for the Fourth quarter includes: Sixth Grade: Bryleigh Adams,  Desirae Braden Seventh Grade: Aaron Larry Eighth Grade: Jason McMahan, Donovan Miller, Antonio Parchell, Roniah Ray, Amiyah Saxton,...

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The top three students of the North Pemiscot Mustang graduating Class of 2019 are Bryan Walker, Valedictorian; Brianna James, Co-Salutatorian; and Jaden Pipkins, Co-Salutatorian. There were 17 seniors in this year’s senior class. Commencement exercises were held Saturday, May 11 in the Ross Gymnasium. The commencement speaker was State Representative Don Rone...

The annual two-day Community Day sponsored by the Portageville Jaycees is set to be held on Friday, June 28 from 6:00 - 9:00, and on Saturday, June 29 from 9:00 to 11:00 PM. Currently, vendor spots are available and there is no charge for the booth space. To reserve your space, please contact Tonya Vannasdall at 573-748-0859. Reserve your spot ASAP--they will fill up quickly!...

Below are the speeches as delivered by Salutatorian Haylie Hammack, and Valedictorian Cassidy Hughes. Haylie Hammack Good evening everyone. The purpose of my speech is to welcome each of you tonight to our commencement ceremony. The hope of each of you listening tonight is that this speech will be brief. I will try to do both things well...

The 101st graduation class of Portageville High School held their graduation commencement last Thursday, May 16. There were 48 Seniors that participated in the Processional March at the Vic Reaves Athletic Field. After the Seniors came to their respective places, Saelem Sipes led with the Invocation...

On Tuesday night, May 14, the Portageville School District held the Annual Spring Band and Choir concert. The concert featured the Seventh Grade, Eighth Grade, and High School Bands as well as the Girls High School Choir. The Seventh Grade Band played four songs, Surprise Symphony, School Spirit, O Canada, and La Cucaracha...

She has been delivering mail for several folks in the New Madrid area since 1990. On March 29, she delivered her last letter. Carolyn sullener has decided to retire and spend more time with her grandchildren. She began her career on October 8, 1990, as a Rural Carrier substitute (RCA) in New Madrid. ...

On Friday, April 12, several Portageville Middle and Elementary School students participated in the Special Olympics held in Poplar Bluff. There were different divisions in each event. They competed against students from Kennett, Twin Rivers, Van Buren, East Carter, Poplar Bluff, and Doniphan. “So many smiles. Lots of Fun and many memories,” said Susan Penn, on the Portageville sponsors. We love Special Olympics, and we brought home lots of Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards.”...

Last Monday night during the regular monthly meeting of the Portageville City Council, council members took their oath of office conducted by City Clerk Rachel Wrather. From left are Ward 1 Councilwoman Lynn Doering, Floyd Simmons, Mayor; City Collector Michele Crawford, and new Ward II Councilman Neil Essary. - submitted photo...

Portageville Food Services Director Brittany Gunn recently presented the Regional Kitchen Manager of the Year for Opaa! Food Management to Mrs. Maude Conrad. “Once again, on behalf of Opaa! Food Management and every child you've served, Thank You,” said Gunn. -submitted photo...

Next time you need a service job done on your vehicle, stop by and let Dub Little and his drew assist you. Although he has been open for over a month, the Portageville Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at the new business on Wednesday...

Cindy Buck, a marketing representative with Survival Flight, based in Batesville, Ark. was the guest speaker at the monthly Lunch Bunch, sponsored by the Portageville Chamber of Commerce. Buck shared the benefits of membership with the air ambulance service. ...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. — The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron — The Blue Angels — is returning to Southeast Missouri for the third time to demonstrate a variety of high-energy airborne aptitude the team will perform along with several other flyers during the Cape Girardeau Regional Air Festival on May 18 and 19...

Anna Claire Sides is the Queen of Hearts in the New Madrid Elementary School’s presentation of “Gettin’ Down with Mama Goose” performed Friday afternoon. Students from pre-kindergarten through second grade presented the musical to an auditorium filled with family and friends...

PORTAGEVILLE, Mo. — Three people are now in custody in connection with a home invasion. The Portageville Police responded to a report of a home invasion at 9:52 p.m. May 3 in the 300 block of West Seventh Street. During an interview with the victim, officers were able to obtain information and identification of possible suspects...

WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. — Kristin Britt and Warner West have been awarded the 2019 Williams Baptist University Founders Awards.  Britt is from Chandler, Tex., and West is a Walnut Ridge, Ark. native. WBU President Dr. Stan Norman presented the awards during the university’s annual graduates luncheon on May 3...

Portageville High School recently held their High School prom. The theme for this year was “Enchanted Garden.”

James Musgrave was the grand prize winner at First State Community Bank’s Community Appreciation Day event.  “FSCB appreciates everyone who came in for their celebration.  We thank you for your business and we’re proud to be part of such a great community,” said Jana Morris, vice president and sr. marketbusiness manager...

PARMA, Mo. — As authorities sift through the ashes of two buildings destroyed by early Wednesday morning fires, state officials intend to sift through the town’s financial records. Authorities are describing the fire which destroyed Parma’s City Hall as arson. A second fire, which destroyed the home of the town’s former mayor, is being called suspicious...

NEW MADRID, Mo. — During his arraignment Thursday morning, Eliot D. Bonner, 27, of St. Charles, Mo., was informed he could face the death penalty if found guilty for the Oct. 31 shooting death of Monica Keenlance. As New Madrid County Associate Judge Joshua Underwood read the charges, Bonner stood quietly listening to each count. ...

It is the evening after their fathers funeral and three greedy little Sparrow sisters are anxiously awaiting the reading of the will. But when Mr. Sparrow’s final wishes are finally revealed, their luxurious daydreams end as a mad dash to the altar begins. ...

Cindy Buck, marketing representative with Survival Flight, based in Batesville, Ark. was the quest speaker at the monthly Lunch Bunch, sponsored by the Portageville Chamber of Commerce. Buck shared the benefits of membership with the air ambulance service. ...