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Captain Vitale Announces The Promotion Of Corporal Jeff L. McCullough
September 06th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Poplar Bluff, Missouri - Captain Jeffrey N. Vitale, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, is pleased to announce the promotion of Corporal Jeff L. McCullough to the rank of sergeant. Sergeant McCullough will be designated the zone supervisor of Zone 4, which serves the citizens of Bollinger, Cape Girardeau and Scott counties.
McCullough joined the Patrol on January 1, 1993, as a member of the 65th Recruit Class.
Upon graduating from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy in Jefferson City, he was assigned to Troop E, Zone 10, which serves the citizens of Dunklin County. On August 1, 1998, he was promoted to corporal and designated the assistant zone supervisor of Zone 10.
On June 1, 1999, he transferred to Zone 4.
Sergeant McCullough was born in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and graduated from Jackson High School in Jackson, Missouri. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. Sergeant McCullough is married to Kelly (Rayburn) and they have two children.
Last Updated on September 06th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v8e3/Captain-Vitale-Announces-The-Promotion-Of-Corporal-Jeff-L-McCullough
Dexter PD Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Enforcement Results
September 05th 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter Police Department’s August/Labor Day Crackdown DWI Enforcement Crackdown ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Enforcement Results.
Dexter Police Department reported that 1 felony arrests was made and 36 citations were issued during the enforcement period, which ran from August 18 - September 3, 2017.
Preliminary data shows in 2016, there were 218 fatalities and 664 serious injuries that involved at least one substance-impaired driver. That equates to one substance-impaired driving fatality every 1-3/4 days.
During the holiday August 19 – September 5, 2016, 16 people were killed and 34 seriously injured which involved at least one substance-impaired driver.
Dexter Police joined forces with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and nearly 10,000 law enforcement agencies across the country in this year’s “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.
Last Updated on September 05th 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v8dj/Dexter-PD-Drive-Sober-or-Get-Pulled-Over-Enforcement-Results
SCAM ALERT From the Dexter Police Department
September 02nd 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - From the Dexter Police Department - SCAM ALERT!!
ATTENTION AREA BUSINESSES:
This morning, a local, franchised business received a telephone call from a male subject who identified himself as a CEO of the corporation.The male caller stated that he had received information from "the bank" that this local store had taken and deposited $2500 in counterfeit bills. The "CEO" then advised management that an "emergency deposit" of $2500 needed to be made on a prepaid credit card and that an associate would be by to pick it up. The "CEO" stated that if management didn't comply, the US Marshals would show up to investigate and / or make arrests.
Needless to say, the business did NOT comply.
A few things to keep in mind:
1. Our local banks are very diligent in watching for and detecting counterfeit money. They call us if they believe they have fake currency; usually before calling the business who made the deposit.
2. The US Marshal Service is not the Federal agency that investigates counterfeit money.
3. When law enforcement agencies are ready to visit you in reference to an investigation, you know it when they arrive; they usually don't give you much advance notice. In other words, don't let a scammer threaten you with us (law enforcement) into doing something.
If you have a doubt as to the validity of a call from person(s) identifying themselves as law enforcement, please call us anytime at (573) 624-5512.
Last Updated on September 02nd 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v8d8/SCAM-ALERT-From-the-Dexter-Police-Department
Immediate Opening in Customer Service
September 01st 2017 by Dee Loflin
Dexter, Missouri - US Poly Enterprise, Inc. has an immediate opening in their Customer Service Department. The individual will work on, but not limited to, order entry and will work in a fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
The individual will be responsible for reviewing and accurately entering customer orders in US Poly’s database, working closely with the company’s Manufacturing, and Shipping departments to ensure accuracy of customers’ orders, availability of product, and timely processing. The ideal candidate will have:
‣ Prior experience entering technical/custom orders within a manufacturing setting/environment
‣ Ability to prioritize and multi-task for maximum efficiency without sacrificing accuracy
‣ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
‣ Professional and pleasant phone manner to service incoming and outgoing calls
‣ Proficiency in use of computers and software
‣ Excellent organizational and time management skills
‣ Detail-oriented work ethics
Excellent references are essential; a demonstrated record of success is preferred. A resume, including work history, along with a letter of introduction may be sent to Tiffany@uspolyinc.com
Last Updated on September 01st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v8cl/Immediate-Opening-in-Customer-Service
Majority of Work Zones Stopped Over Labor Day Weekend
September 01st 2017 by Dee Loflin
Majority of work zones stopped over Labor Day weekend
I-44/I-55 closed in downtown St Louis late Friday through early Sunday
The majority of construction work on state routes in Missouri will stop starting Friday, Sept. 1 at noon for the Labor Day holiday weekend. However, late Friday night into Saturday morning, one active work zone will close the westbound/southbound direction of Interstate 44 and Interstate 55 in downtown St. Louis including the ramp from the Mississippi River Bridge to I-44/I-55 coming into Missouri. There are also many locations across the state where work zones have permanent lane closures and barriers will remain in place this weekend. Construction work across Missouri will resume Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 9 a.m. For the locations of all state work zones, please check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map.
Travelers should avoid downtown St. Louis between 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1 through noon Saturday, Sept. 2. All lanes of westbound I-44 will be closed from the Interstate 70 Stan Musial Mississippi River Bridge through downtown to the I-44/I-55 interchange.
The ramp from the westbound I-64/I-55 Poplar Street Bridge over the Mississippi River to southbound I-44/I-55 will also be closed during this same time. Crews are removing barrier wall and re-striping the highway to reopen all lanes that have been closed due to ongoing construction work. Once the lanes reopen at noon Sept. 2, there will not be any other work in this area until Tuesday, Sept. 5.
The Route 65 full closure in Springfield has reopened. Motorists headed to Branson for the holiday weekend will be able to use both directions of Route 65 now that the pavement repairs are complete.
To check for work zones with permanent lane closure on your travel path, please check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map located at www.modot.org. The map is available as a free app for iPhone and Android phones. The map also displays current traffic speed conditions and live camera views.
Motorists should pay attention to all signing, follow the posted speed limits, and take turns merging every other car, like a zipper, where lanes are closed. Always wear safety belts and be alert for slowed traffic, narrowed lanes or a reduced number of lanes. Many of these work zones may cause congestion and traffic delays especially during the peak travel times including Friday evening and Monday afternoon.
Motorists can also call MoDOT's 24/7 customer service toll free at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636).
Last Updated on September 01st 2017 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/v8c8/Majority-of-Work-Zones-Stopped-Over-Labor-Day-Weekend
