Friday Nov 13 | Daily Dunklin Democrat
5 applications opened in quest for new superintendent
The Southland Board of Education opened five applications for the position of superintendent during the executive session portion of its meeting on Thursday evening, with interviews to begin next week.
Volunteer Fire Dept. voices concern regarding fundraising
The Cardwell Volunteer Fire Department recently voiced concern with the City of Cardwell controlling funds raised by the volunteers during fundraising activities.
Emergency responders rescue passenger
A two car collision on Highway 412 resulted in one individual being trapped inside of a van on Tuesday afternoon.
Cotton Pickin' Festival at Arbyrd starts tomorrow
Country music superstars, The Bellamy Brothers, headlined the 2009 Cotton Pickin' Festival at Arbyrd, entertaining the large crowd with several of their number one and top ten hits, all while trying to help the city raise money for its park.
Co-op addresses concerns regarding city utility rates
Pemsicot-Dunklin Electric Cooperative General Manager, Charles Crawford, attended the Cardwell City Council meeting on Thursday discussing rates and services with the council members.
Local cities will receive portion of $50M phone company settlement
Army Corps of Engineers' levee inspections tighten
The Army Corps of Engineers inspection of levees have become more serious following the flooding caused during Hurricane Katrina.
Dunklin County Library receives $39,680 in grant money
Funds will support addition of 16 Early Literacy Stations The Dunklin County Library will soon be offering additional Early Literacy Stations at various branches throughout the organization, made possible through a grant administered by the Missouri State Library division.
Council concerned with city utility bill
The City of Cardwell's electricity bill for the street lights alone has increased 56 percent since changing over from Ameren UE to Pemiscot Dunklin Electric Coop.