Bears travel to Pittsburg State for annual Jock’s Nitch/PSU Gorilla Relays

 The high school track team travelled to Pittsburg State University on Friday for their annual Jock’s Nitch/PSU Gorilla Relays. This meet was mostly moved to their indoor facility because of the threat of storms that was forecasted all day. This is a regional meet with schools from Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma attending with sizes ranging from Class 1 to Class 6 schools. We use these types of meets against larger schools as “state meet practice” against the tougher competition that we normally would see in local meets. The athletes have to qualify for these meets, so we took fewer athletes than normal. As expected, the Bears competed strongly with our small squad and set 9 new personal records and brought home 3 medals, all of them gold! In addition, a new meet record was set as well as a new school record!

Below are those placing in the top 8 of their event that earned team points and those earning personal records.

Courtesy Butler Bear XC & Track

Archie holds very special celebration

On Friday, April 4th, the Archie 8-Man Championship Football Team celebrated with their family, friends, and community members. Scott Gaddie served as the Master of Ceremonies, welcoming guests and speakers. Representative Sherri Gallick presented each player and the school with a resolution. Archie alumni Erwin McDonnell presented the Humbird family with a memorial to honor #47, Miles Humbird. Brad Hocker returned to his alma mater to share a special message with the champions, recognizing those who have helped lay the foundation at Archie. Coach Hocker expressed his admiration for the team’s ability to overcome adversity. Coach Smith highlighted some of the season’s key moments and acknowledged the team’s determination.

The evening concluded with the presentation of the championship rings! Achieving one championship is an incredible feat, but back-to-back championships is something most will never experience.

Thank you to the parents and fans who supported this team throughout the season! We truly have an ArchieStrong community!

Courtesy Archie High Schools

Miami R-1 Senior Spotlight

 

Nevada fire department honors Tyler Janes

We are pleased to announce the 2nd addition of our Nevada Firefighter Spotlight, Captain Tyler Janes.

This year marks Tyler's 7th year with the Nevada Fire Department. During his time here, he has moved up through the ranks quickly, excelling in each position he has held. Tyler is currently our Inspection Captain on "B" Shift and recently passed the Missouri State Fire Inspector Certification. This position requires a lot of work to keep all buildings up to code, and Tyler is often required to come in off duty to complete inspections or catch up on work not finished during his shift.

Captain Janes has been married to Tiffany for 4 years, and they have two daughters, Kendall and Rowan. In his spare time, Tyler enjoys spending time with his family, hunting, and golfing. In addition to his work at Nevada Fire, Tyler also works at Vernon County Ambulance District and volunteers with El Dorado Springs Fire Department.

Captain Janes is a true asset to our department and continues to grow as an officer each and every day. His time and dedication are greatly appreciated.

Courtesy Nevada Fire Department

Winners announced from Ozark Highlands art show

 One correction on the score sheet. Lily Hughes actually won 3rd in Transparent Paint.

A look at weekend weather

Obituary - Sue McClellan

Sue McClellan, 82 of Adrian, Missouri passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at her home in Adrian.  A visitation will be held 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler.  Memorial services will follow at 7:00 pm Thursday, also at the funeral home.  Graveside services will be held privately at Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, Missouri.  Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009).  Memorial contributions may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research, American Heart Association, or the American Society.  Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

A complete obituary is pending at the moment.

An update from Vernon County Sheriff Buehler

 Trying to keep information rolling. We have been very humbled by our community and our fellow Missourians with donations and volunteers THANK YOU to everyone that has donated time ,money and items.

I want to Thank Derick White our Emergency Management Director for his hard work to mitigate, form and follow through of all the aftermath operations.

Damage totals are close to being in at this time:

COUNTY

Destroyed 55

Major 24

Minor 18

CITY OF NEVADA

Destroyed 7

Major 16

Minor 27

Total 129

Power for the County is back on. There are going to be some that are on and off until they are able to get all issues resolved. Very Big THANK YOU to the power companies EVERGY, BARTON COUNTY ELECTRIC, AND SAC OSAGE THANK YOU!!!!! These individuals have been working 48hrs straight to get power restored and Vernon County appreciate you.

Sheriff Buehler