A Miller County murder suspect finds himself with a new charge of attempting to escape from custody. Joseph McKenna, from Chicago, had bonded out on his original charges of murder, armed criminal action and tampering with a witness but was picked up again, the second time in Arkansas, allegedly, in possession of a large amount of marijuana and a handgun which matched the … [Read More]
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Early Morning Joyride on Bulldozer Lands an Osage Beach Man in County Jail
A third time is definitely NOT a charm for an Osage Beach man who found himself sitting in the Camden County Jail early Wednesday morning. Lieutenant Michael O’Day, … [Read More]
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KIDS COUNT DATA: Missouri Children Rank in Middle of the Pack for Well-Being
When it comes economic well-being, education, health, family and community…children in Missouri rank 28th in the U.S. according to data released last week by the … [Read More...]
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Sex Offender Sentenced After Entering Alford Plea in Morgan County
A Gravois Mills man originally charged with 13 sex-related felonies involving a child avoids a jury trial set for later this year and will spend the next four years in the department of corrections. 51-year-old Derek Haggen appeared in Morgan County Circuit … [Read More]
Eldon Man Seriously Hurt in One-Car Wreck on Hwy. 52
A 66-year-old from Eldon is hurt in a one-car accident on westbound-52, just west of VFW Road, in Miller County. The highway patrol says it happened just after 12-noon Monday when the car driven by David Ward ran off the roadway and down a steep embankment … [Read More]
Several Months on the Run Comes to an End for Anthony Sanders, Jr.
An Osage Beach man put on the “most wanted” list in Camden County back in December is now in custody. Lieutenant Arlyne Page says 30-year-old Anthony Dean Sanders, Jr., was taken into custody from a home on Jonathan Court, Lake Ozark, on Sunday. Sanders had … [Read More]
Climax Springs Man Seriously Hurt in Motorcycle Wreck
A 51-year-old from Climax Springs is seriously hurt when the motorcycle he was riding runs off Route-Z, north of Coffman Bend Drive in Camden County, before overturning and striking a fence. The highway patrol says it happened shortly before 5:30 Saturday … [Read More]
Two Injured in Crossover Accident on Hwy. 7 in Camden County
A three-vehicle wreck on highway-7, just north of route-EE in Camden County, sends two people to the hospital. The highway patrol says it happened just before 12-noon on Saturday when a northbound car driven by 18-year-old Willard Hawkins, of Camdenton, … [Read More]
Two Charged After Fleeing on Motorcycle (100+ MPH) in Miller County
Two suspects fleeing authorities on a motorcycle in excess of 100 miles-per-hour face formal charges which have been filed in Miller County. Courthouse documents allege that the sequence of events started around 1:45 Friday morning when the motorcycle operated … [Read More]
Child Advocacy Council Celebrating 40 Years of Helping Kids
An organization that helps local kids in need is celebrating their 40th anniversary. That’s Inez Killam with the Child Advocacy Council. The organization was founded in 1979. The anniversary celebration will be held Saturday in the Save-a-Lot … [Read More]
Patrol Responds to Two Accidents in Morgan County
The Highway Patrol responded to two accidents in Morgan County Thursday. The first took place just before 11:30 in the morning when one vehicle rear-ended another on Highway 5 near Rockefeller Road. A 49-year old Cameron man was taken to St. Mary’s Hospital … [Read More]
Case Review Scheduled for Former Teacher Accused of Molesting Students
A former teacher facing four charges after allegedly sexually abusing two students is scheduled for a court appearance today. A case review is scheduled for Mark Edwards. Edwards is charged with statutory sodomy deviate sexual intercourse with a person under … [Read More]
Superintendent Says Construction, Upgrades Continue in Morgan County R2 District
We may be in the Summer Break, but that’s not keeping the Morgan County R2 School District from staying busy. Superintendant Doctor Joyce Ryerson says several projects and upgrades are underway including new construction being done at the … [Read More]
