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New regulations will provide additional opportunity for harvest of coyote, raccoon, skunk, and other furbearers. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Conservation Commission gave final approval to the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) at its March 25 open meeting on regulation changes that will extend current furbearer hunting and trapping seasons for abundant furbearer species.…

Captain Erik A. Gottman, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that effective April 1, 2022, Sergeant Christopher L. Cerroni will retire with over 29 years of dedicated service. Cerroni was appointed to the Patrol on January 1, 1993, as a member of the 65th Recruit Class. After graduating from the Patrol Academy, he was…

By Marlana Smith Over two pounds of methamphetamine was recovered following a short vehicle pursuit into Monroe County on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, according to the North Missouri Drug Task Force. A multi-month-long narcotics investigation involving the North Missouri Drug Task Force, Drug Enforcement Agency and the Moberly Police Department, which culminated in the arrest…

By Marlana Smith   David M. Sharpe, 36, of Bethel, has pleaded guilty to two counts of stealing – $25,000 or more (Felony C) in case number 21SB-CR00126, before Shelby County Circuit Judge Fredrick Tucker on Thursday, August 26, 2021.   Sharpe was arrested July 27, 2021, for stealing a large amount of money from…

Capt. Markley will oversee conservation law enforcement operations in northeast Missouri. KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has promoted Conservation Agent Matt Markley to the Protection Regional Supervisor position in northeast Missouri. Agent Markley will promote from the rank of Lieutenant to Captain and will oversee conservation law enforcement operations across MDC’s…

Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! There will be a Wildlife & Outdoor Expo in Bethel, Missouri on Saturday, September 4, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring lots of activities, contests, and educational opportunities for sportsmen of all ages. The event is sponsored by the Bethel German Colony, and is made possible by the many instructors,…

The abbreviated descriptions below are intended to make the public aware of some of the new legislation enacted by the Missouri General Assembly which is related to crime and motor vehicles. The listed legislation has been signed into law. Unless otherwise noted, these laws will go into effect August 28, 2021. The Patrol wishes to…

August 10, 2021, Lake Ozark – The Missouri Limestone Producers Association (MLPA) announced that Central Stone has won 18 environmental awards from the MLPA Environmental Committee. Central Stone quarries have been in operation in the eastern Missouri area since 1925 and have over 150 employees in Missouri. “Members have embraced the Environmental Awards program and…

By Marlana Smith Shelby County, MO – Thursday, July 29, 2021 –  David M. Sharpe, 36, of Bethel, is being accused of stealing a large amount of money from multiple businesses in the Heartland community and buying illegal drugs online. Sharpe allegedly gave investigators a written confession, according to court documents. Sharpe was arrested Tuesday,…

By Marlana Smith Joseph Madonia, 31, Shelbina was sentenced to 22 years in Department of Corrections by 41st Circuit Judge Fredrick Tucker on Thursday, July 15.   A group of people with Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA) were outside the courthouse on the Washington Street at approximately 8:30 a.m. They were present with the victims…