The latest local news, weather and high school sports in and around Columbia and Jefferson City

Today at 8:22 AM  The Maries County prosecutor charged Annie Crull, 25, with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree, which is a felony along with abuse or neglect of a child, which is also a felony.

Monday, June 03, 2013  A 45-year-old Maries County woman was arrested for methamphetamines during a drug bust

Friday, March 29, 2013  [Video added] Community members voiced their concerns over the possible dismissal of four Maries R-II middle school teachers at a school board meeting Thursday night.

Friday, February 01, 2013  A chase exceeding 100mph leads to the arrest of 71 year old man.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  The proposal is the brainchild of Sheriff Chris Heitman.

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  Officers located several controlled substances including 110 grams of marijuana in brick form and prescription narcotics.

Sunday, January 06, 2013  The Belleville News Democrat reports that the body of 44-year-old Tabitha Milton-Rush was discovered Saturday morning in an embankment in Bethalto, Ill.

Friday, October 26, 2012  Write-in candidate Osage County Detective Gary Storey physically threatened Republican candidate Belle Police Chief Michael Dixon after a recent meth bust.

Sunday, October 21, 2012  31-year-old Justin Miller and 32 year old Serena Pierce of belle were arrested and are now facing multiple drug charges--they being held on $62,500 bond.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012  Drug possession was the most common reason for arrest

Friday, July 27, 2012  No injuries have been reported

Tuesday, July 24, 2012  Deputies found suspected drug paraphernalia in the home.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  A significant chunk of the plant's revenue literally went up in flames

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  The Missouri State Fire Marshal’s office is investigating suspected arson in Maries County.

Monday, July 02, 2012  A 25-year-old Belle man was arrested Sunday after he broke into a trailer and passed out.