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Troop G to conduct sobriety checkpoint Captain Mark G. Inman, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces that a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Carter County sometime in the month of July. The Missouri State Highway Patrol, in cooperation with area law enforcement, will conduct the checkpoint. Sobriety checkpoints are part of the Patrol’s efforts to remove careless and impaired drivers from Missouri’s highways. This enforcement operation will be conducted at a location which has been found to experience a higher than normal number of alcohol-related contacts, hazardous driving contacts, and traffic crashes. “The use of sobriety checkpoints enable the Missouri State Highway Patrol to enhance our efforts in removing drugged and intoxicated drivers from our roadways,” said Capt. Inman. “Please, never drink and drive.” The only 100 percent survivable traffic crash is the one that never happens. Make sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Every day as we travel on Missouri’s roadways, we trust that every driver on the road is going to obey the speed limit, pay attention, and drive sober. “Don’t Violate The Trust.”
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Don’t fall for IRS phone scam Scam phone calls are nothing new, but unfortunately, consumers still are sometimes tricked into believing them. The latest version can sound a little scary – the caller claims to be from the IRS. The Attorney General’s Office has received hundreds of complaints about this scam since tax season ended. According to the complaints, the callers fraudulently claim to be with the IRS and claim the consumer owes a tax debt to the IRS or has an outstanding warrant against him because of debt. The caller threatens that the IRS is going to file a lawsuit against the consumer if they don’t pay the alleged debt immediately, or that federal officials will be outside the consumer’s door within 24 hours. The scammers are trying to get information from people that will help the scammer steal the person’s identity or get access to their bank accounts. There are several tips consumers should know to help See Scam on Page 8
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Alley Spring to close June 21-23 See Below
Volume 110 - Issue 21
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
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Akers Ferry to re-open by late June Woman arrested after Akers Ferry, located at Akers on the upper Current River, is expected to re-open in late June. Akers Ferry provides a Current River crossing on State Route K in northern Shannon County. The ferry has been out of service since mid-summer 2015. At that time, issues with the underground electri-
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cal system prompted closure of the ferry in order to replace and repair electrical wiring and components. Work on the electrical system led to the discovery of severe deterioration of the main support posts. It was determined that these posts would need to be replaced to allow safe operation of the ferry.
Alley Mill to close June 21-23 for pesticide treatment During a recent inspection of Alley Mill, the presence of powderpost beetles was discovered. In order to treat this infestation and protect the historic structure from future damage, Alley Mill will be closed to the public June 21-23 to allow for pesticide
application. Alley Mill was constructed in 1894 and operated as a steel roller mill for wheat and corn until the 1920s, when it came under the protection of the state park system as one See Alley on Page 8
murder for hire investigation
Akers Ferry, located on the Current River in northern Shannon County.
The repairs to the electrical system have been completed. The main support posts are expected to be replaced by mid-June. In addition to work on the ferry structure, the ferry channel across the Current River needs to be cleared of gravel and debris that has accumulated during several recent floods. Due to fish spawning
season, which runs through June 15, removal of gravel cannot commence until that time. Gravel removal will be completed as soon as possible after June 15. For more information, contact park headquarters at (573)323-4236, visit the park’s Facebook page, or website at www.nps.gov/ ozar.
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Two travelers infected with Zika
Alley Mill (Photo courtesy of Patty Wheatley Bishop)
Mtn. View
Independence Day celebration June 25 The Mtn. View Healthcare will hold an Independence Day, Centennial Birthday Celebration on Saturday, June 25. The event will take place from 5 p.m. to dark at the healthcare. Everyone is invited to attend the annual Independence Day celebration. This year the healthcare will be honoring Mary Heiney and Dorthy Wilson as they will both turn 100 years old this
summer. As a thank you to the community, Mtn. View Healthcare will be providing a hot dog or hamburger and a bag of chips to everyone while supplies last. Drinks will be sold at concession. The evening will be packed with rides and water games for the kids. Fireworks will begin at dark. Bring your lawn chairs or quilts and join us for a full-filled evening.
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services confirmed two additional cases of Zika virus. One case is a male Missouri resident who had travelled to the Dominican Republic. Another is a male Massachusetts resident visiting Missouri who sought assistance from a health care provider. The Massachusetts resident had travelled to Puerto Rico. Officials from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services have been in contact with their counterparts in Massachusetts. Nearly 80 percent of people infected with the virus will have no symptoms. Typically, symptoms are mild and include fever, rash, joint soreness and/or redness of eyes. International health officials have found a connection between pregnant women contracting the virus and
a birth defect called microcephaly in their newborn infants. According to the CDC, babies with microcephaly often have smaller head sizes and brains that might not have developed properly. According to the CDC, Zika virus has the potential to be spread through a mosquito bite, through unprotected sexual contact, through blood transfusion and an infected pregnant woman can pass Zika virus to her fetus during pregnancy. There is not currently a vaccine for Zika virus. The best prevention measure is to avoid mosquito bites in areas with ongoing transmission. There have been no reported cases of Zika virus contracted from a mosquito bite in Missouri. Ways to avoid mosquito bites while outdoors include wearing See Zika on Page 8
MDC
Director Ziehmer announces resignation The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces that Director Robert L. Ziehmer is stepping down as director effective July 15, 2016. “It is with mixed emotions that I am resigning from my position as director,” Zieh-
mer said. “My decision to leave was not easy. The many years I have spent with the Department have been both professionally challenging and rewarding. However, I am excited about continuing my conservation career through a new endeavor in
the private sector.” Ziehmer has been with MDC for over 25 years. During his last six and half years as director, he has continued to move conservation forward by forging strong statewide and national conservation partnerships and increasing public engagement on key conservation initiatives. Some milestones during Ziehmer’s tenure include restoration activities for elk, prairie chickens, hellbenders and sturgeon; active efforts to deliver the conservation message in all public schools; implementation of major infrastructure projects, including hatchery renovations, wetMDC Director Robert L. Ziehmer (pictured in the MDC land renovations, shooting hat collaring the baby elk) is stepping down as director effec- range renovations, and new regional facilities; working tive July 15. (Photo courtesy of MDC)
to improve the agency’s business processes; and continuing MDC’s role as a national leader in fish, forest, and wildlife management. “Bob’s dedication to Missouri Conservation and his career with the Department has made a lasting impact for the betterment of the fish, forest, and wildlife of this state,” said Conservation Commission Chair Marilynn Bradford. “He has chosen to take the next step in his conservation career, and we are indebted to he and his family for his devoted service and commitment to Missouri Conservation.” Ziehmer was appointed director in January 2010. He is the 8th person to serve in this capacity since MDC’s founding in 1937.
On June 2, 2016, the Lake Area Narcotics Enforcement Group (LANEG), The Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control and the Camden County Sheriff’s Department concluded a joint investigation into a plot to kill a Lake Ozark, Missouri, resident. During the investigation, Jessica C. Swearingen, 25 of Sunrise Beach, Missouri, solicited an undercover agent from LANEG to assist her in murdering a family member. Swearingen was arrested without incident during a traffic stop made by the Camden County Sheriff’s Department at 9:35 p.m., on Thursday, June 2, in Osage Beach. On Friday, June 3, 2016, the Camden County Prosecuting Attorney formally charged Swearingen with conspiracy to commit murder--first degree. Bond was set at $250,000, cash only.
The above charge is mere accusation and is not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of this charge must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence. All defendants are innocent until proven guilty.
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MOST WANTED
The Howell County Sheriff's Department has issued warrants and is looking for four individuals in the Howell County area. If you have any information on the whereabouts of these individuals, do not try to apprehend them, call the sheriff's office at 417-256-2544 or local authorities. Paul J. Storms, age 45 Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of tampering with a motor vehicle-1st degree. Bond set at $4,500. Leland E. Collins, age 43 - Wanted for probation violation warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. No bond. Joshua R. Allen, age 33 Wanted for warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of theft/ stealing of any credit card or letter of credit. Bond set at $4,500. Eric D. Ison, age 26 Wanted for failure to appear warrant for arrest on a class C felony charge of possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana. Bond set at $3,500.