POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KFVS) - A Poplar Bluff man worked his last day at Riggs in Poplar Bluff after nearly 7-decades on the job.

U.L. Smith started working at Riggs as a high school student 69-years-ago.

He says the fact that he doesn't have to go to work tomorrow hasn't sunk in yet, but he'll find something else to do with all of his free time.

Smith says the hardware business is in his blood, and never considered working anywhere else after all those years because of the people he dealt with on a daily basis.

“Meeting the people has been the most successful part of my business,” said Smith. “That’s what I’ve made my life with is people. But, I’ve tried to take care of myself, tried to treat the people like I want to be treated and so far it’s worked out good for me.”

Congratulations, Mr. Smith, you've earned some time off!

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BLOOMFIELD, MO (KFVS) - Police arrested four people Wednesday on drug charges as the result of an ongoing investigation.

According to Sheriff Carl Hefner, the sheriff’s office applied for and got a search warrant from Prosecutor Oliver for a home located north of Bloomfield, Mo.

As a result of the search, deputies found  a quantity of methamphetamine, marijuana and illegal prescription drugs in the home of Ronnie Jones. 

Four people were arrested and charged in the crimes.

Ronnie L. Jones, 59, of Dexter was charged with the Class C felony of possession of a controlled substance. Bond set at $100,000.00 cash or surety.

Kevin Lindsey, 46,  of Malden was charged with the Class C felony of possession of a controlled substance. Bond set at $50,000.00 cash or surety.

Jerry Pace,  39, of Bell City was charged with the Class C felony of possession of a controlled substance.

STODDARD COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - The deadline to apply for individual disaster assistance for Missouri residents will be Friday, July 29.

This is for homeowners and renters affected by storms, flooding or tornadoes between April 19 and June 6.

You can FEMA's website, visit disasterassistance.gov or call 800-621-3362 to register.

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