Your World Today – Monday, August 3, 2015
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NEWS: Monday, August 3, 2015
Media, dignitaries, local businesses people and a few citizens were on hand Thursday when the Missouri State Parks provided the first look at the construction of a “new” state park being built on the property of the former Camp Zoe. Bill Bryan from the Missouri State Parks described artists renderings of what the new lodge will look like when completed. He also described a number of improvements that are going to be made in the park to make it friendly to year-round visitors that include not only campers but business people as well. Bryan said the intent is to keep the area looking like the “Missouri” Ozarks and provide people a safe place to take their families. The only remnants of the old Camp Zoe that was used as a summer campground from 1929 into the 1980’s was the stone lodge and the horse stables. Bryan said there is an old civil war era cemetery that was roped off and workers discovered the foundation of an old one-room school house that the state park system plans to restore. The “new lodge” will feature a restaurant that will overlook a pond to the left of the main entrance that will brush up against the building. According to the state parks printed release, up to 78 guests will be able to stay at the new lodge. The lodge on the backside runs 10 degrees off center to Echo Bluff, a very popular area on Sinkin Creek. Cabins will also be available and construction of them had already begun near the lodge. When completed, the nine cabins could house as many as 108 guests. Bryan went on to say there will be 43 campsites with all amenities, with another 19 that will have just water and electric service. At the tree lines, there will be about four acres for primitive camping. Also under construction is a new 462-foot natural rock bridge that will span Sinkin Creek right off the campsite that will take visitors to the lodge. Bryan further went on to say day visitors will be able to enjoy the park as well since they are adding a number of parking spaces that will be walking distance from Sinkin Creek that run almost parallel to the water, but far enough away to provide the rural experience. Also planned for the new state park are a bluff-top event pavilion and amphitheater although access to those areas was not allowed due to the construction.
The City of Salem Board of Alderman will conduct a meeting tonight at the City Hall Council Chambers at 202 North Washington beginning at 7:00 pm. During the hearing of persons, Raymond S. O’Neill is wanting to talk about drugs being manufactured and drug use at a particular location in the city; Kimberly Kemnitzer, CEO of the Master’s Peace Clinic of Hope, is requesting permission to hold a fundraiser and 5K Pumpkin Run on October 10th for 4 to 5 five hours at their location, 407 East Fourth Street, and would like a temporary closing of the street. Also during the hearing of persons Jerry Craig wishes to speak to the Board concerning maintaining property values in the City; Pat Tackett wishes to discuss with the Board the poor property conditions in the City; and Terry Norwood would like to review for the Board the roll of Missouri Public Risk as their current carrier for the City’s liability and property coverage. In unfinished business, City Clerk Mary Happel will present a trailer court license for approval; Mayor J.J. Tune wishes to discuss the City’s holiday pay; and City Administrator Ray Walden wishes to discuss again with the Board the building codes the City wish to follow. Walden will the update the Board on varies items concerning the City, followed by Mayor J.J. Tune’s report. The Board may then vote to go into closed session for the purpose of discussing contracts and litigation. The meeting of the City of Salem Board of Alderman is open to the public.
Roadwork continues in the KSMO listening area. In Crawford County, roadway maintenance will take place on Highway 19 between Route O and Route P; also on Route C between Highway 19 and Argo Street; and on Route CC between Highway 19 and Route C through Thursday, August 6th. Roadside maintenance will take place on Highway 19 between Seven Cedars Road and Valleyside Road; on Route E between Highway 8 and Cave Road; and on Route BB between Highway 8 and Westover Road through Thursday, August 13th. In Dent County, Highway 32 over Dry Valley Creek, west of County Road 4245, will have bridge maintenance taking place through Thursday, August 13th. In Phelps County, the Highway 8 bridge replacement over Dry Fork Creek just south of St. James continues. The contractor plans to continue grading operations for the new roadway. Minimal traffic interruptions are expected. The project is scheduled for completion in the fall. Roadway resurfacing and shoulder widening continues on Highway 68 between Interstate 44 and Highway 63 in Maries County. Minor cleanup and grading work is planned. Minimal traffic interruptions are expected. The project is scheduled for completion in October. For more information about a project, please contact MoDOT at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636).
U.S. Senator Roy Blunt’s staff will host a Mobile Officethis morning from 11:00 until 12:00 noon at the Dent County Courthouse. Mobile Offices are opportunities for Missourians to discuss their questions or concerns with the federal government one-on-one with members of Senator Blunt’s staff. Senator Blunt’s Columbia office also extends one-on-one service to all Missourians who have an issue with a federal agency or need additional assistance. To reach the Senator’s Office of Constituent Services, please call (573) 442-8151, or send a letter to 1001 Cherry Street, Suite 104, Columbia, Missouri 65201.
SPORTS [TOP]
Newly acquired Brandon Moss recorded his first big hit with St. Louis, a pinch-hit game-ending single in the ninth inning, and Randal Grichuk had a two-run homer to lead the Cardinals to a 3-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Sunday. Moss' one-out hit to left off reliever Scott Oberg (2-2) drove in Jason Heyward, who doubled with one away. Closer Trevor Rosenthal (2-2) pitched a perfect inning for the win. St. Louis starter Jaime Garcia allowed just one run and two hits in five-plus innings, but did walk four batters in his no-decision. The Cardinals took three of four from Colorado and went 7-4 on the 11-game home stand. The Cardinals have won nine of 12 and have a major league-best 40-16 mark at home. The Red Birds will be off today and will be in Cincinnati on Tuesday night.
Chris Colabello hit a two-run home run, R.A. Dickey threw seven shutout innings and the Blue Jays beat the Kansas City Royals 5-2 Sunday, in a day when both benches emptied in the 8th inning when KC's Alcides Escobar was hit by a pitch. Newly acquired Ben Zobrist hit his second home run as a Royal, a two-run shot, for the Roya's only runs. Edinson Volquez took the loss (10-6) allowing two runs and four hits in six innings. The Blues Jays took three of four from the AL's top team. The Royals will be off today.
OBITUARIES [TOP]
Graveside services for Joyce Marie Look, age 78, of Rolla will be Friday at the Oak Ridge Cemetery in Crawford County. All arrangements are under the direction of the James and Gahr Mortuary in Rolla.
Memorial services for Robert Haley of St. James will be held Saturday at 1:00 at the Dent County Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be held from 11:30 until 12:30 Saturday at the chapel.
WEATHER [TOP]
Today..Mostly sunny with a 20% chance for afternoon thunderstorms, high of 91 with a heat index of 95.
Tonight..Partly cloudy, low of 69.Tuesday..Partly sunny with a 30% chance for afternoon showers, high of 89.
Tuesday night..Cloudy with a 50% chance for showers & thunderstorms, low of 6.
Wednesday..Cloudy with a 50% chance for showers & thunderstorms, high of 84.
