Little Apple news

June 24, 2026

The Appleton City Rural Health Clinic is offering free Sports Physicals on Wednesdays throughout the month of June.  An appointment is required to be seen.  To schedule an appointment, please call the clinic at 660-476-2121.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 E, 1st St. in AC will sponsor a vacation bible school entitled “Wake, Awake Watching for Jesus” 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. July 6-10. There will be 5 full nights of music, crafts, games, Bible narratives and food.  Dinner will be served each evening.  The week will end with a water balloon extravaganza.

AC First Christian Church VBS is going to be held 6:30-8:00 p.m. July 8-10. The theme is Noah’s Ark Adventure

There will be a community VBS July 13-17, named JOY STORY! All kids ages PK through 5th grade are invited to come learn about how we have a friend in Jesus. VBS will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m., with each night hosted by a different church: Monday, July 13 at Holy Trinity Church (AC), Tuesday, July 14 at Rockville UMC (Rockville), Wednesday, July 15 at Church of God (AC), Thursday, July 16 at Growing in Grace (AC), and Friday, July 17 at AC Pool for a POOL PARTY. There will be games, food, crafts, and LOTS of fun! Pre-register online at https://forms.gle/3zqv2K1xgsLTvy3Q6 to receive a free t-shirt. 

The 22nd Annual Appleton City Car Show will be July 11 in the City Park, on 52 Hwy across from Zink Motor Co. Check in 8:00 a.m.-noon.  Car Show noon-3:00 p.m. This is a judged event. There is a $10 entry fee, with proceeds going to two scholarships for local high school students. Top 85 cars and trucks combined, top 3 motorcycles, and top 3 rat rods. There will be food concessions, music, goody bags, live auction, door prizes, 50-50 drawing and dash plaques for all entries. Along with the AC Car Show, Zink Motor Co (across from the Car Show) is hosting the KC Antique Car Club at their dealership. Model A’s and T’s will be on display. The Zink Motor Museum will be open and ready for tours that day. This event is free.

There will be a benefit chicken dinner Friday, June 26 from 4:00-7:30 p.m. at the Fair Haven Park (on HWY C, 8 miles north of Walker, MO) to benefit Stoney Creek, Shady Lawn and Walnut Creek Schools. The menu is all you can eat fried or BBQ grilled chicken, chicken & noodles, beans cole slaw, homemade bread and butter with freshly cranked ice cream and homemade pies for dessert.  A freewill donation will be appreciated.

Appleton City Carousel is open weekends through Labor Day, Friday-Sunday 4:00-7:00 p.m. It will close if inclement weather is happening. There have been people from 37 states and 7 countries that have visited.

There is a Quilt Show at the Appleton City Museum through August.  The Museum is open Fridays 1:30-4:30 and the same hours on second Saturdays, July 11 and August 8.  Appleton City Landmarks Restoration is celebrating 40 years this year. Forty two quilts have been pulled out of storage for showing.  They range in age from 1876-2016. The oldest traveled on a covered wagon from Indiana to Missouri.   There are friendship quilts from surrounding communities, scrap quilts, quilted wall hangings and more. You are invited to visit the Museum and Clark House to see the collection and vote for your favorite quilt. The Museum is located at 503 N. Maple, one block north of the caution light.

Rural food and farm businesses in St. Clair, Henry, and Bates Counties may be eligible for grants of up to $25,000 through the Harvest to Market grant program. Funding can support projects that expand access to markets and strengthen local food systems. The program is through the Heartland Food Business Coalition and New Growth. Learn more at HeartlandFoodBusiness.org. Applications are due August 31. Learn more at Heartlandfoodbusiness.org

Make a difference in your community by helping neighbors get where they need to go. New Growth Transit is seeking local volunteer drivers to provide transportation for medical appointments, employment, and other essential trips. As a volunteer driver, you’ll receive IRS-approved mileage reimbursement to help offset the cost of using your personal vehicle. Plus, you choose when and where you want to drive flexibility that fits your schedule. Give back, stay connected, and make a real impact one ride at a time. For info, call: 417-283-7991 or email: transporation@wcmcaa.org

Ellett Memorial Hospital Foundation is sponsoring 2 raffles to support local healthcare. You can buy tickets to enter for the chance to win 1/2 a hog. There will be two chances to win. The hog was donated by Ethan Bracher family and processing by Murray’s Butcher Block. The second raffle is for a chance to win a Stihl air inflator or Blackstone Griddle.  All winners will be drawn at the AC Car Show July 11. All tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. All money raised will support local healthcare through Ellett Memorial Hospital.

Ellett Memorial Hospital Appleton City offers outpatient specialist services for June and July. Call 660-476-2111 for appointments. Dr. Soni, Thursday, June 25 - Neurology- Dr. Shoaib, Friday, June 26 – Orthopedics- Laura Noble, FNP, Tuesday, June 30 – Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA, Wednesday,  July 1 – Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin. Thursday, July 2 - OB/Gyn- Dr. Kallberg, Thursday, July 9 – Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA, Friday, July 10 –Orthopedic-Dr. Gray, Tuesday, July 14 - Rheumatology- Dr. John, Wednesday,  July 15– Upper GI, Colonoscopy-Dr. Namin, Thursday, July 16 –Podiatry: Dr. Pace, Friday,  July 17 – Orthopedics- Laura Noble, FNP, Wednesday, July 22 - Orthopedic-Dr. Gray, Wednesday, July 22 – Ophthalmology, Dr. Soni, Thursday, July 23- Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA, Friday, July 24 - Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA, Tuesday, July 28 - Rheumatology- Dr. John, Thursday, July 30 - Neurology- Dr.- Shoaib, Friday, July 31– Dermatology- Dylan Timmerman, PA

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June 24     St. Clair County Health Center Public class on Obesity 10:15 a.m. at Ellett Memorial Hospital Conference Room

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Illegal machine gun possession leads to 9 year DOC conviction

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – An Overland Park, Ks., man was sentenced in federal court today for illegally possessing a machine gun.

Verdell D. Mays, 30, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Stephen Bough to nine years in federal prison without parole.

On Dec. 4, 2025, Mays pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession of a machine gun.

Mays admitted on June 28, 2025, he possessed a Glock, Model 22C, .40 caliber fully automatic pistol, and that the Glock pistol had a rear slide plate that was modified to produce automatic fire.

On June 28, 2025, Mays fled from Cass County, Mo. Sheriff’s Office deputies by driving approximately 130 miles per hour.

The pursuit occurred on Interstate 49, and Mays passed vehicles on the outside shoulder during his flight from law enforcement. During the pursuit, Mays nearly struck a motorcycle, then later nearly struck an SUV.

Mays was driving a stolen vehicle in the pursuit. Deputies conducted an inventory of the vehicle and found the Glock pistol that contained a machinegun conversion device, also known as an “MCD”, or a “switch.”

The firearm was loaded with 16 live rounds in the magazine and one live round in the chamber. The firearm was also reported as stolen. Mays also possessed a .40 caliber, 50-round drum magazine containing 46 rounds of live .40 caliber ammunition.

Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who is convicted of a felony to be in possession of any firearm or ammunition. Mays’ felony convictions for distribution of marijuana and being an unlawful user of a controlled substance in possession of a firearm.

This case was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jessica Jennings. It was investigated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Cass County, Missouri Sheriff’s Office.

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Henry county arrest leads to multiple charges

On June 22, 2026, Timothy Bowen, age 30, of Warrensburg, was taken into custody by the Warrensburg Police Department following reports from citizens regarding his whereabouts.

Members of the Warrensburg Police Department responded to the sighting and successfully located and arrested Bowen. Detectives with the Henry County Sheriff's Office subsequently conducted an interview with Bowen regarding the ongoing investigation.

Bowen was later transferred from the Johnson County Sheriff's Office Jail to the Bates County Sheriff's Office Jail, where he is currently being held on unrelated matters.

At this time, the case will be referred to the Henry County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for review and consideration of formal charges related to the pursuit and stolen vehicle investigation.

The Henry County Sheriff's Office would like to thank the Warrensburg Police Department for their assistance and the citizens who provided information that helped lead to Bowen's apprehension.

Courtesy Henry County Sheriff's Office

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It's National Pollinator Week, but we celebrate pollinators every day!

When people think about pollinators, they usually think of honeybees. What many don't realize is that the common honeybee is actually an introduced species from Europe, arriving in North America in the 1600s. Even fewer know that most of Missouri's pollinators are native species, and they play a critical role in supporting both native and cultivated plants - including many of the crops grown throughout our state.

Visit our website to read more about Missouri's pollinators and managing land to create a diverse pollinator habitat at http://short.mdc.mo.gov/ocS

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Doody Attends National Level Guardianship Training

Brenda Doody, Bates County Public Administrator, took part in a 5-module nationally sanctioned

Guardianship online course: Fundamentals of Guardianship Today. Over the three-month

period of classes, Mrs. Doody honed and furthered her knowledge in opening a guardianship

case with an individual, two class modules of being guardian of the person, guardianship of the

estate and finances, and lastly end of life guardianship.

Brenda stated, “The Fundamentals of Guardianship is a wonderful course taught by very

knowledgeable instructors. I learned a lot and was able to network with other public and private

guardians from around the nation who added valuable perspective. It was great to be able to get

involved in breakout sessions and work on example cases which follow all our caseloads.”

Mrs. Doody was elected to the office of Bates County Public Administrator in November 2020

and took office in January 2021. While she had great training from her predecessor, she feels

that continuing her education is crucial to staying on top of an ever-changing field. Brenda is

currently working on becoming a Nationally Certified Guardian. She states, “Becoming a

Certified National Guardian is not a requirement in the state of Missouri. However, I believe if a

person wants to do a good job and serve their people to the best of their ability, the extra

education is vital.” Brenda is serving her second term as Bates County Public Administrator.

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Obituary - Violet Turman

In Loving Memory of Violet Dunnahay Turman March 18, 1938 – June 7, 2026

Our family lovingly remembers our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Violet Dunnahay Turman, who departed this life on June 7, 2026, at the age of 88.

Violet leaves behind a lifetime of love, strength, and devotion to her family. Her caring heart touched many lives. Her love was never loud or demanding, but steady, constant, and deeply felt by those fortunate enough to know her. She was the foundation of her family and a source of comfort, wisdom, and unwavering support throughout her life.

Violet was born on March 18, 1938, in Rich Hill, Missouri. On March 17, 1954, she married the love of her life, Price Lee Turman, in Hume, Missouri. Together they built a family and shared nearly sixty years of marriage before his passing on July 3, 2013.

She is survived by her five children: Richard Lee Turman, Bonnie Mae Westgate, Steven James Turman, Kenneth Wayne Turman, and Timothy Ray Turman. She also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, all of whom loved her dearly and were blessed by her presence in their lives.

Violet was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Price Lee Turman (July 3, 2013); her parents, Richard Sylvester Dunnahay (October 25, 1962), Nellie May Hammer Dunnahay Anderson (April 28, 1990), and Chris Anderson (1987). She was also preceded in death by her siblings: Sally Dunnahay Philpot, Dixie Dunnahay Wells, Mary Ingram, Richard Dunnahay Jr., and Jim Dunnahay.

In the days, months, and years ahead, her family will continue to hold her close in their hearts. We know one thing with certainty: she mattered. She was deeply loved, and her memory will remain with us forever. Though we grieve her passing, we find comfort in knowing that her legacy lives on through the family she cherished and the lives she touched.

Forever loved. Forever remembered.

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Storms likely tomorrow evening, warmer next week

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Henry County drug take-back nets over 350 lbs

The Henry County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce that over the past year, our secure medication drop box collected and safely disposed of 𝟑𝟓𝟒 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝, 𝐮𝐧𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

That's 354 pounds of medications removed from homes, reducing the risk of misuse, accidental poisoning, and improper disposal.

This ongoing effort is made possible through a strong partnership between the Henry County Sheriff's Office and the Community Organization for Drug Elimination (CODE), originally supported through a grant from the Truman Lake Community Foundation.

Remember, our secure medication drop box is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in the bonding hallway of the Henry County Sheriff's Office.

Thank you to everyone who continues to utilize this service and help make our communities safer. Small actions can make a big difference.

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