Important weather update

This is a very important update: Please share to spread the word.

Eastern KS and Western MO are now in a Moderate Risk (4 out of 5) for this afternoon and evening.

Here's what we now anticipate:

Numerous severe thunderstorms are likely this afternoon into tonight.

Initially this may be accompanied by a risk for large to giant hail and a few strong tornadoes - though for much of our area, the threat is more VERY strong damaging winds than tornados.

Later in the evening, severe wind gusts of 60 to 90 mph become the most prominent hazard.

I will be livestreaming when warnings become imminent for eastern KS and western MO.

Greg@660 Weather

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Butler schools dismissing at 1:30

Butler schools will be dismissing at 1:30 pm today. Band students will be back at the school prior to busses leaving.


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Bates county admin offices closing at 1:30 today

Due to the threat of incoming weather, the Bates County Administration offices will be closing at 1:30 pm today.


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Four Suspects Apprehended in Raymore Within 30 Hours

Cass County, MO — Deputies with the Criminal Apprehension Unit and Patrol Division conducted a series of proactive enforcement operations in northern Cass County over a 30-hour period, resulting in four arrests across four separate incidents on April 14–15, 2026.

Incident #1

On April 14, 2026, at approximately 4:45 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop near State Route 58 and South Lyne Avenue in Raymore for a license plate violation. The driver initially failed to yield before stopping near South Morrison Street. A 62-year-old male was taken into custody. The individual has multiple prior convictions for driving with a suspended or revoked license. A search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of narcotics. Charges have been submitted to the prosecutor’s office.

Incident #2

Later that evening, at approximately 8:20 p.m., deputies conducted a separate traffic stop near Foxridge Drive and Creekmoore Drive in Raymore for a registration violation.

During the stop, deputies identified a 48-year-old male passenger who was previously on probation for possession of a controlled substance. A subsequent vehicle search led to the recovery of multiple types of narcotics. Charges have been submitted to the prosecutor’s office.

Incident #3

On April 15, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop near Highway 58 and Pine Street. The Belton Police Department K9 Unit assisted on the stop. Following a positive alert from the K9, deputies conducted a probable cause search of the vehicle, locating narcotics and a loaded revolver. Howard Franklin, 66, of Raymore, was arrested and has been charged with unlawful possession of a weapon (C Felony). He is currently being held at the Cass County Jail with a $10,000 cash only bond.

Incident #4

At approximately 9:47 p.m. on April 15, 2026, a deputy conducted a traffic stop near East Walnut Street and South Lincoln Road for a traffic infraction. The driver was identified as Christopher Warren, 48, of Raymore. Deputies determined Warren is a registered sex offender who failed to update his address in Cass County. Warren was arrested and charged with failing to register as a sex offender (E Felony). He is currently being held at the Cass County Jail on a $10,000 cash only bond.

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As for the other two cases, more details will be released after formal charges are filed. These incidents remain under investigation. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law

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CCC Young Professional of the Month, Brooke Jacobs

Congratulations to Brooke Jacobs, CCC’s Rotary Club Young Professional of the Month for May! Brooke, a senior from Archie School District, is a dedicated student in our Advanced Health Services Program and embodies the Triple C tenets (Conduct, Consistency, Curriculum) of Cass Career Center. We are incredibly proud of her constant positivity, hard work, and achievements.

Way to go, Brooke! Sponsored by the Harrisonville Rotary Club.

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Prairie View schools to dismiss at 1 pm

Student and staff safety at Prairie VIew USD 362 is always a priority. So due to the severe weather that is forecasted, there will be no afternoon preschool and school will dismiss at 1:00.


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Harrisonville schools to dismiss two hours early today

Out of an abundance of caution and varying weather forecasts, Harrisonville Schools will dismiss two hours early today, Friday, April 17.

Dismissal Times:

Cass Career Center — 12:40 p.m.

Harrisonville High School — 12:40 p.m.

Harrisonville Middle School — 12:32 p.m.

McEowen Elementary School — 1:49 p.m.

Harrisonville Elementary School — 1:49 p.m.

Harrisonville Early Childhood Center — 1 p.m.

All afternoon activities, practices, and games are canceled.

Dismissal and bus routes will follow normal procedures at the adjusted times.

Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us ensure students and staff get home safely. If you have questions, please contact your student’s building.

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Drexel schools to dismiss at 1 pm

Due to the impending severe storms that are expected this afternoon, Drexel schools will dismiss today at 1:00 p.m.


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