Resources availabe for aging Missourians

Missouri is aging and the data confirms what many communities are already experiencing.

St. Louis County has the highest total population of residents age 65 and older, with 190,319 older adults, while Worth County has the fewest, with 510 older adults.

Fifty-four counties in Missouri now have populations where at least 20 percent of residents are age 65 or older. Hickory County ranks highest, with 32.35 percent of residents age 65+, while Pulaski County has the lowest share at 9.65 percent.

MU Extension works statewide to support healthy aging through education and community-based programs that help older adults stay active, connected and independent. From strength training and cognitive health to caregiver support and chronic disease management, our work meets Missourians where they are, whether in rural towns or urban centers.

As Missouri’s population continues to age, MU Extension remains committed to honoring older adults and partnering with communities to support quality of life at every stage.

Discover the available resources to assist older adults: https://brnw.ch/21x1L79

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Drug takeback event coming this weekend in Harrisonville

This Saturday (April 25th, 2026) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Harrisonville Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs.

Bring medications for disposal to CVS at 300 S Commercial St. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked.

For everyone's safety, please remember that the following cannot be accepted:

- Needles (including insulin and allergy pens)

- Sharp Objects

- Liquids and lotions

- Inhalers

- Aerosol Cans

To dispose of liquid medications, mix with cat litter and throw away.

To dispose of sharps, place them in a laundry detergent bottle, tape the lid closed, and mark "sharps" on the outside.

These restrictions help to maintain a safe environment for both the public and our employees. Thank you for helping us keep our community safe!

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Obituary - William Clyde Peace

William Clyde Peace, 58, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Billy was born February 18, 1968, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Roy Leon and Kay Lee (Mosley) Chorn.

      Billy was raised in Adrian, MO, and graduated from Adrian High School.  Billy was a carpenter who worked most of his life in construction. He worked for One Call Construction, and Mark Selsor Construction. Billy was known to be a very skilled woodworker. He has resided in Nevada for the past 12 years.

     Survivors include a daughter, Cassandra Forman (Angelo), Yorktown, VA; two sons, Jacob Peace, Cozad, NE, Joshua Aaron Kyne, Adrian, MO; a brother, Adam Peace (Debra), Arkansas; a sister, Diane Friedli (Richard), Nevada; one granddaughter, Ciara; and a grandson, Henry. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Eve Peace, and his grandparents, Willard and Buena Chorn.

     A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, courtesy Ferry Funeral Home.

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Obituary - Clyde David Gafford

Clyde David Gafford age 68 of Nevada, Missouri departed this life Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri. 

Cremation with a private family service.  

A complete obituary will be posted once that information becomes available, courtesy Dickey Funeral Home.

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Chance of severe weather later this week

Thursday afternoon / evening brings our next chance for severe weather. I'll be bringing you updates.

It also brings a chance for significant rainfall - with a widespread 1-2 inches possible in the area by Friday morning.

-Greg@660weather

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Adrian man pleads not guilty in aggravated sex abuse case

Bryan James Hastings, 41 of Adrian MO entered a plea of not guilty  in the Bates County Circuit Court last week regarding  eight charges related to sexual misconduct that occurred on or around April 5, 2026.

Charges are as follows:

1. Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.060 }

2. Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.060 }

3. Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.060 }

4. Sodomy Or Attempted Sodomy - 1st Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.060 }

5. Assault 1st Degree Or Attempt - Serious Physical Injury Or Special Victim { Felony A RSMo: 565.050 }

6. Assault - 1st Degree Or Attempt { Felony B RSMo: 565.050 } 

7. Sexual Abuse - 1st Degree { Felony C RSMo: 566.100 }

8. Assault - 3rd Degree { Felony E RSMo: 565.054 }

A counsel status hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the Bates County Circuit Court. Hastings is currently being held on a $500,000 cash only bond and according to information on file, is seeking legal counsel at this time.

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Another perpetrator facing charges including sexual trafficking and child molestation

According to information on file in the Bates County Circuit Court, Christopher Todd Laroux 53, of Louisburg, Ks address, is now facing seven charges related to extreme sexual abuse and misconduct related to a minor child in Bates County Mo:

1. Sexual Trafficking Of A Child - 2nd Deg - Under 18 Yoa { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.211 }

2. Sexual Trafficking Of A Child - 2nd Deg - Under 18 Yoa { Felony Unclassified RSMo: 566.211 }

3. Statutory Sodomy - 2nd Degree { Felony D RSMo: 566.064 }

4. Child Molestation - 4th Degree - Child Less Than 17 Yoa And Offender Greater Than 4 Years Older

5. Child Molestation - 4th Degree - Child Less Than 17 Yoa And Offender Greater Than 4 Years Older

6. Possession Of Child Pornography - 1st Offense { Felony D RSMo: 573.037 }

7. Possession Of Child Pornography - 1st Offense { Felony D RSMo: 573.037} 

Laroux is represented by Public Defender Jason Speer and is currently being held on a $100,000 bond. The Defendant has requested a bond reduction with a hearing scheduled for May 6, 1:30 pm in the Bates County Circuit Court.

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