Mail truck rollover in Harrisonville

On 11/30/18 around 1pm the Harrisonville Police Department responded to a mail truck rollover accident on Clearwater Drive by the Justice Center in Harrisonville.

The vehicle lost control and traveled off the roadway and overturned. Traffic was delayed for a short time and the driver wasn't injured in this accident.

The vehicle received moderate damages and it was towed from the scene by Miller's Tow of Harrisonville, Missouri.

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From the Barton County Sheriffs Office

The Barton County 911 Center received a call of a motor vehicle accident approximately one mile west of Lamar on 160 Highway. The Barton County ambulance, Lamar Fire Department, and deputy's with the Sheriff's Office responded to the scene .

One person was transported by personal vehicle to Cox Barton County Hospital for treatment. The accident is being investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us.

Obituary - Ruth Ellen Reeves

Ruth Ellen Reeves, 79, Harrisonville, Missouri died Thursday, November 29, 2018 at her home in Harrisonville. 

 A Celebration of Life service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, December 3, 2018 at the Heartland Baptist Fellowship in Harrisonville with visitation from 6:00- 7:30 p.m. The family suggests contributions to the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home.

Ruth was born June 25, 1939 in Marshfield, Missouri, a daughter of Homer M. and Eve (Pippin) Farr. She had lived in Marshfield, Harrisonville, Kansas City, MO and Montgomery, Alabama before moving back to Harrisonville in 1971. She was a 1957 graduate of East High School in Kansas City.

Ruth was united in marriage to Ronald M. Reeves on May 23, 1958, and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage before Ron’s death on November 28, 2015.

Ruth was the secretary for the Cass County Missouri Commissioner’s Office for 20 years before her retirement in 2006. She was a member of the Heartland Baptist Fellowship. Ruth had formerly served as the secretary at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Harrisonville. Ruth had served as a Cub Scout Den Mother for Pack 3, and had also been a member of the Harrisonville Band Boosters.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Ronald. Ruth is survived by three sons, Ronald M, Reeves (Donna) Harrisonville, Robert W. Reeves, Ozark, MO, and Richard L. Reeves, Harrisonville; one sister, Martha Tabb (Gerald), Harrisonville; two grandchildren, and one great-granddaughter.

Structure Fire in Butler

Around 10;00am this morning the Butler Fire Department responded to fire in the garage of a home located at 602 W. Summit Street in Butler.

The fire was quickly put out and the home was ventilated before the residence returned to the home.

No one was injured and the cause of the fire was determined and removed.

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Obituary - Barbara Rose Skinner

Funeral services for Barbara Skinner will be 11 a.m. Monday, December 3, 2018 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

 Visitation will be prior to services from 10-11 a.m. Monday at Schowengerdt Chapel. 

Burial will be 3 p.m. Monday at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Macks Creek, Missouri. Contributions to Humane Society. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Barbara Rose Skinner, age 83 of Butler, Missouri died Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Golden Years Nursing Facility in Harrisonville, Missouri. She was born July 17, 1935 to William and Ruby Rooffener Donnelly in Kansas City, Missouri.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Tommy Skinner of Appleton City, Missouri; two sons, Mike Skinner of Independence, Missouri and Steve Skinner of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; three daughters, Linda Ulery of Mesa, Arizona, Sandy Driver of Raymore, Missouri and Nancy Jackson and husband Richard of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and many nephews, nieces and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Bill and Leslie Donnelly; and one sister, Cordelia “Babe” Willis.

Two vehicle accident in Butler

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The Butler Police Department along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies and Bates County EMS is on scene of a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Havana and Ft. Scott Street in Butler.

One person is said to have minor injuries in this accident and will be checked out by Bates County EMS. Please use caution as the roadway is blocked at this time. 

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available to us from the Butler Police Department. 


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Porters Pig Shack BBQ will be set up tomorrow in Adrian

Mother Nature's car wash expected this weekend!

Mother Nature's car wash expected this weekend!
After a mostly dry day today, rain will move back into the region tonight and will continue through much of the weekend. 

You might even hear a rumble of thunder tonight if you listen closely.

Join the Drexel Lions Club!

Bench Dedication to fallen Clinton Police Officers

Bench Dedication: Boy Scout Troops 225 and 430, the Clinton Rotary Club, and Legacy Memorials, dedicated a bench outside of City Hall to fallen Officers Ryan Morton and Gary Lee Michael, Jr., Tuesday evening, November 27. 

“We love our officers and the sacrifices you make every second of every day,” said Renee Garrison (who helped coordinate the memorial dedication bench). “We love your families as they share you with us. You will always, always protect the thin blue line, and we will always, always stand behind you. You all are our heroes and we are forever indebted to you for you, selfless service and sacrifice.”

"Taps" was played by Logan Houk after Boy Scout members read “Killed In The Line Of Duty,” a poem written by Lt. Dan Marcou (of the Blue Knights). The Boy Scouts took turns reading the stanzas of the poem. 

Speaking to the officers attending, Garrison said: “Please accept this forever memorial from Clinton’s Boy Scout Troops 430 and 225, the Clinton Rotary Club, and Legacy Memorials.

Courtesy of the Clinton Daily Democrat 

Hudson Hustler's Baked Potato Bar - serving from the Appleton City School cafeteria

Stolen Vehicle in Clinton

ATTENTION!!!!!!
This vehicle was stolen in between 2:00 A.M. and 4:00 A.M. on 11/29/2018.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts or identification of suspects for this crime, please contact the Clinton Police Department during normal business hours at (660) 885-2679. After business hours (660) 885-5561.

Obituary - Wayne N. Scott

Wayne Nelson Scott, 86 of Garden City, Missouri departed this life on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at the Cass Regional Medical Center, Harrisonville, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife Shirley Scott of the home; two sons, Keith Scott and wife Marti and Kenny Scott and wife Linda and a daughter, Janet Burlingame and husband Chad all of Harrisonville, Missouri; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Shelby Scott and wife Hazel, Clinton, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Cathy Onweiler, Lee's Summit, Missouri; several nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri with a Military Honors following the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Vansant Road Cemetery, Clinton, Missouri.

Family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the funeral home.

Family suggests memorial contributions may be made to United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, Garden City, Missouri.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Obituary - Timothy "Tim" Wayne Watton

Timothy "Tim" Wayne Watton, 70, Garden City, Missouri departed this life on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at the VA Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri.

He is survived by his wife, Julia Watton of the home; 3 sons, Shane Watton, Frank James Watton and wife Gina, Chris Hagemann; a daughter, Cindy Hagemann; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a brother, Bill Watton; other relatives and friends.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at the Bethel Assembly of God Church, Garden City, Missouri.

Inurnment will be held 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, Missouri.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Dickey Funeral Home, Garden City, Missouri.

Obituary - Teri A. Mohr

Teri A. Mohr, 49, Archie, Missouri passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2018 at her home in Archie. 

Funeral services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO. 

Burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, MO. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 pm Friday, December 7, 2018 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. 

A complete obituary will be updated when it becomes available.

Obituary - Rhonda Kay Farmer

Rhonda Kay Farmer, 65, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at her home in Nevada. Rhonda was born February 9, 1953 in Nevada. She was raised by her parents Francis Edward “Duck” Kiger and Virginia Mae (McKenzie) Kiger. Rhonda married her soul mate and love of her life, Ronald L. Farmer on July 23, 1971 and he preceded her in death on April 12, 2018. They were blessed with two children.

Rhonda was a lifelong resident of Nevada. She attended school in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School Class of 1971. Rhonda worked over 20 years at Nevada Medical Clinic. For the past 17 years she has worked as the Director of Administration at White Ember Financial Planning in Nevada (formerly Hoffman Financial Resources). She attended LifeWalk Church and was a past member of Rotary, Soroptimist, and Nevada\Vernon County Chamber of Commerce Board. Rhonda enjoyed reading, the fine arts, and especially spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her loving husband, Ron, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Kathy Zoglmann, and Linda McCormick; and brothers, Clarence Peterson, Jr., and Glenn Kiger.

She is survived by two children, Kimberly Dayle Vandiver and her husband Mark, St. Louis, MO, and Ronald Lee Farmer, Jr. and his wife, Alicia, Bella Vista, AR; five grandchildren, Zacharey Ryan Vandiver, Phoebe Madison Vandiver, Ashlyn Paige Farmer, Breckyn Claire Farmer, and Miles Andrew Farmer; three brothers, Jack Kiger and his wife Tammy, Trenton, MO, Troy Kiger and his wife Katie, Raymore, MO, Randall Kiger, Nevada; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Dr. William Cox officiating. Interment will follow in Newton Burial Park in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Friday evening at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested in her memory to LifeWalk Church in Nevada in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

From the Nevada Police Department

A Rich Hill Christmas

Rich Hill Mayors Christmas Tree with Santa and Caravan of Lights Information.

Warming trend the next 3 days

Could see some patchy fog this morning, but this should burn off quickly as we climb into the 40s. This warming trend will continue through Saturday.

Rain is likely Fri PM into Sat AM with 1/2-1" of rainfall is expected. 

Temps drop Sun PM to below normal for early next week with a chance of rain & snow Mon, but it is unlikely we'll see any significant accumulations.

Obituary - Michael Connor Dailey

Michael Connor Dailey 78, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018. He was retired from A R Taylor Co. where he worked in sales. Visitation will be 12:30-2:30 on Thur., Nov. 29 at Memphis Funeral Home, 5559 Poplar Ave. Burial will be at 12:30 on Fri., Nov. 30 at Englewood Cemetery in Clinton, Mo. Mike enjoyed hiking, swimming, reading, watching college football, and dining out. Although he was born in Missouri, he lived most of his life in Malesus and Memphis, so he felt he was a true “Tennessean”. He was proud of being an Eagle Scout, a summer life guard at Chickasaw State Park in his youth, and serving in the Tennessee Nat’l. Guard. 

During that service he helped protect Memphis firefighters after Dr. King was assassinated. Preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Mary Dailey, sister Zula Dailey, brother Warren Dailey, sister and brother in law, Jane and Herb Stockton. Survived by his niece Mary (Ross) Stryker, nephew Jim (Maureen) Stockton, one great nephew, four great nieces, five great great nephews and two great great nieces. He is also survived by long time companion Sue Swaffer, and best friends Wayne and Sandra Davidson. Many thanks to the staff at Kirby Pines Rehab facility for his care after surgery earlier this summer, especially Bobby Spell, his wound care nurse. 

Though he was only able to spend a short time at Village at Primacy we also appreciate the help provided by Stephanie Casey, their sales director, and Patty Earles with Silverline Solutions.

Obituary - Michael Scott Schubach

Michael Scott Schubach, 28, of Kansas City, Missouri, formerly of Calhoun, MO passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 22, 2018 at his home.

He was born February 11, 1990 in Blue Springs, MO, the son of Michael Eugene Schubach and Theresa Ilene (Slaughter) Schubach. He grew up in Calhoun where he was a member of the Calhoun Baptist Church and the Calhoun Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of the Kansas City Rock Climbing Club. 

Michael Scott graduated from Calhoun High School in 2008 and then the University of Central Missouri in 2012. While in college he worked for Schreiber Foods, Inc. Following graduation, he went to work for Cerner Corporation in North Kansas City, MO as a domain strategist. In his free time he enjoyed rock climbing and doing anything outdoors.

Surviving are his father, Michael E. Schubach, Carrollton, MO; his mother, Theresa Schubach, Calhoun, MO; one brother, Daniel Fain, Clinton, MO; three sisters, Michelle Slater, Clinton, MO, Amanda Bradbury, Calhoun, MO, and Samantha Leigh Schubach, Calhoun, MO; maternal grandparents, John and Anna Slaughter, Huntsville, Arkansas; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends. He also leaves behind his faithful companion, Remi.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, JaNean Slaughter in 1986; paternal grandmother, Joyce Fortney in 2017; and paternal grandfather Richard McClelland in 2009.

Michael Scott's love for family, friends, and life was infectious - our love for him will live in our hearts forever.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 29, 2018, with a Celebration of Life service at 6:00 p.m., at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. 

The family suggests memorial contributions to Clinton Animal Rescue Endeavor, (C.A.R.E.), and these donations may be left in care of the funeral home.

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Obituary - James Albert Hegge

James Albert Hegge, age 82, a resident of Fort Scott, Kansas, died Sunday, November 25, 2018, at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kansas, after a brief illness. He was born February 29, 1936, in Butte Montana, the son of Albert Hegge and Inez Irene (Stufflebeam) Hegge. Shortly after his father’s death, he and his mother moved to Fort Scott to be near family. He attended the Fort Scott school district. Jim married Anita Marie Murphy on December 4, 1956, in Miami, Oklahoma. He was a Tree Trimmer for KG&E for over 40 years. 

Jim was an avid baseball player for several local leagues and was recruited to Marion, West Virginia, to play for the Class D Appalachian League in 1955. An injury prevented him from fulfilling his dream of being a professional pitcher for the Kansas City Athletics. He went on to coach for many years in the local baseball leagues with numerous players benefiting from his expertise. Jim was also a member of the Lucky Strikes Bowling League. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting. One of his great joys was fishing at Table Rock Lake in Missouri while staying at Bridgeport Resort and Lake Fork in Texas as well as Lake Fort Scott. Jim maintained a bountiful garden for years that he shared with the whole community. Many say he had the best tomatoes they had ever eaten.

He is survived by his wife, Anita Hegge of the home; daughter, Catrina (Hegge) Farmer of Fort Scott; son James A. Hegge Jr, of Garland, Kansas; daughter Rose Marie (Hegge) Wheeler and husband Ken of Fort Scott; and daughter Julie K. (Hegge) Beckley and husband John of Sedan, Kansas; ten grandchildren, Melissa Farmer, Johnathon Beckley, Ryan Wheeler, Levi Hegge Stewart, Dustin Wheeler, Michael Farmer, Jordan Beckley, Jaimie (Hegge) Anderson, Jefery Beckley, and Zachary Wheeler; and twenty great-grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his father, due to a car accident, when he was a newborn; his mother; and an infant grandchild, Jacqualine Kristean Beckley.

There was cremation with services being held at 2:00 PM Saturday December 1, 2018, at the First Church of God in Fort Scott. Memorials are suggested to the James Hegge Memorial Fund and may be left in care of Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S Main, P.O. Box 347, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Appleton City teen escapes serious injury in one vehicle accident

On 11/27/18 around 12:35pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in St. Clair County responded to a one vehicle accident on Route P around 1 mile south of Appleton City, Missouri.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2000 Ford Focus driven by 18 year old Haylee N. Sieleman of Appleton City, Missouri was attempting to make a left hand turn when she traveled off the roadway and struck a ditch.

Haylee N. Sieleman sustained minor injuries in this accident and she was transported by private vehicle to Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City for treatment.

The vehicle received minor damages and it was towed by a private party.


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From the Mullinax Funeral Home

Today we helped with the Harvester’s food distribution, just as we try to do every month. Being involved in the community and offering a helping hand is very important to us. As we get closer to the holidays it seems even more important. Don’t forget to count your blessings this holiday season and give back when you can.

From the Benton County Sheriff's Office

Courtesy of the Benton County Sheriff's Office Warsaw Missouri)

This is a recent enforcement action involving the MMDTF and Lincoln PD where Shawn Attebury, Holly Mitchell, Anthony Asbury, Kalmon Roth, Candace Riedl and Jack Parrish were arrested subsequent to a search warrant at 215 Jenny Lane in Lincoln, MO. 

On November 21,2018. During the execution of the search warrant a large amount of methamphetamine,a small amount of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, pills and a firearm were seized.

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Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Obituary - William “Bill” Wyckoff

William “Bill” Wyckoff, 83, Moundville, MO passed from this life in Thursday, November 27, 2018.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 3, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Additional family and service information will be announced by Ferry Funeral Home at a later time.

Obituary - Rhonda Kay Farmer

Rhonda Kay Farmer, 65, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at her home in Nevada. Rhonda was born February 9, 1953 in Nevada. 

She was raised by her parents Francis Edward “Duck” Kiger and Virginia Mae (McKenzie) Kiger. Rhonda married her soul mate and love of her life, Ronald L. Farmer on July 23, 1971 and he preceded her in death on April 12, 2018. They were blessed with two children.

Rhonda was a lifelong resident of Nevada. She attended school in Nevada and graduated from Nevada High School Class of 1971. Rhonda worked over 20 years at Nevada Medical Clinic. For the past 17 years she has worked as the Director of Administration at White Ember Financial Planning in Nevada (formerly Hoffman Financial Resources). She attended LifeWalk Church and was a past member of Rotary, Soroptimist, and Nevada\Vernon County Chamber of Commerce Board. Rhonda enjoyed reading, the fine arts, and especially spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her loving husband, Ron, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Kathy Zoglmann, and Linda McCormick; and brothers, Clarence Peterson, Jr., and Glenn Kiger.

She is survived by two children, Kimberly Dayle Vandiver and her husband Mark, St. Louis, MO, and Ronald Lee Farmer, Jr. and his wife, Alicia, Bella Vista, AR; five grandchildren, Zacharey Ryan Vandiver, Phoebe Madison Vandiver, Ashlyn Paige Farmer, Breckyn Claire Farmer, and Miles Andrew Farmer; three brothers, Jack Kiger and his wife Tammy, Trenton, MO, Troy Kiger and his wife Katie, Raymore, MO, Randall Kiger, Nevada; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Dr. William Cox officiating. Interment will follow in Newton Burial Park in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Friday evening at the funeral home.



Memorials are suggested in her memory to LifeWalk Church in Nevada in c/o Ferry Funeral Hom

Come eat Spaghetti with the Elks tonight

The Butler Elks lodge is having a fundraising spaghetti dinner TONIGHT Wednesday 11/28 6pm-8pm $5 donation is asked.

Wyatt Alan Keith arrested on livestock theft

On November 26, 2018, after a joint investigation with the Missouri Highway Patrol Rural Crimes Unit and the Cedar County Sheriff's Office.

Wyatt Alan Keith was arrested on the charge of Stealing Livestock exceeding $10,000, Class B Felony. Keith posted a $5,000 cash/surety bond and was released.

*A charge is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Obituary - Betty Ruth 'Peek' Hannah

Betty Ruth 'Peek' Hannah, age 80, Clinton, passed away at her daughter’s home on Monday, November 26, 2018.

Betty was born February 26, 1938 in Peculiar, MO, the daughter of Albert and Naomi ‘Winchel’ Peek. At a young age of 17 she married Don Hannah, on February 26, 1955, and to this union four children were born. Betty worked for AT&T in Lee’s Summit for 30 years. She retired in 1990, moving to Clinton, MO. She loved to camp, read and do puzzles. But more than anything, Betty loved her family and being with them.

Survivors include three daughters, Donna (Johnny) Burns of Clinton, MO, Debbie Kiln of Clinton, MO, and Suann (Chuck) McGeorge of Clinton, MO; one son, Donald Ray Hannah, Jr. of St. Joseph, MO; fourteen grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; five brothers; and three sisters.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; one brother, Otis Peek; and her son-in-law, Elmer Kihn.

The family will receive visitors from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Consalus Funeral Home. A funeral service will also be at the funeral home on Friday, November 30, 2018, at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow at Englewood Cemetery, Clinton.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Heartland Hospice and left in care of Consalus Funeral Home, 209 S. 2nd St., Clinton, MO 64735.

Condolences may be left online at this website.

Obituary - Brandon Michael Valentine

Brandon Michael Valentine, the son of Preston Joel Valentine and Shania Hope Gibson, was born November 23, 2018 in Kansas City, MO and passed away shortly following his birth.

In addition to his parents he is survived by a grandfather, Lukas Gibson, Raymore, MO; grandmother, Shalynn Yaws, Joplin, MO; and great-grandmother, Lydia Gibson, Raymore, MO.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada, MO with Pastor Terry Mosher officiating.

Memorials are suggested to the family in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Obituary - Dillon Lane Reed

Dillon Lane Reed, 29, Nevada, MO passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2018 in Leavenworth, KS. Dillon, known as “Pickle” by many of his friends, was a likeable, outgoing young man who was loved by his family and many friends.

Dillon was born June 18, 1989 in Nevada to Rusty and Julie (Gammon). He is survived by his mother, Julie Reed, Nevada; his father and step-mother, Rusty and Rita Reed, Nevada; one brother, Cody Reed, Nevada; his maternal grandparents, Betty Gammon, Nevada, and Leo Gammon, Walker; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Ralph and Wilma Reed, Metz; and several close friends.

As a young man, Dillon enjoyed skateboarding and was instrumental in getting the local skate park in Nevada. He played Center for the Nevada Raiders in Nevada Little League Football, and was active in 4-H. Dillon attended Nevada School and later received his GED. He enjoyed farming, horseback riding, swimming, and spending time with friends and family.

Dillon successfully completed Building Trades, Modern Cabinetry and Construction. He graduated from Nevada Welding Institute and was an Assistant Instructor of Basic Welding at WMCC. He was currently studying Spanish. Dillon attended Sunday and Wednesday evening church services.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 30, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Mark Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow in Moore Cemetery, Nevada. The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the MS Foundation in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Hope Haven’s 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off

Hope Haven’s 2nd Annual Chili Cook Off is this Friday, November 30th 11am- 2pm at the Cass County Sheriff’s Office Training Room.

Tickets are 7.00 for all you can eat chili.

We are still taking entries of chili as well.

Missouri State Highway Patrol Helicopter Assists In Apprehension Of Driver Involved In 100-mile Pursuit

At 8:48 p.m. on November 24, 2018, Troop A Communications overheard Kansas City Police Department radio traffic regarding the pursuit of a tractor-truck westbound on 31st Street from Arlington Avenue reference an aggravated assault involving a revolver. 

At 8:55 p.m., the suspect vehicle began traveling eastbound on Interstate 70 from Manchester Trafficway. Jackson County Sheriff’s Office became involved then requested the Highway Patrol take the lead after the vehicle entered Lafayette County. 

At 9:20 p.m., two troopers entered the pursuit. The suspect vehicle continued eastbound on I-70 at speeds up to 73 mph and struck spikes in multiple locations deployed by multiple agencies. Troop F Communications began coordinating radio traffic after the vehicle entered Cooper County. A patrol helicopter joined the pursuit and began following the suspect vehicle, allowing ground vehicles to back off. The suspect vehicle eventually became disabled and stopped just east of the 106.6-mile marker near Boonville, MO, where it caught fire and the driver fled on foot. Patrol aircraft then directed officers to the driver after he ran into a barbed wire fence and laid down north of I-70. At 10:36 p.m., troopers advised Troop F Communications the subject was in custody. 

The driver was relayed back to Jackson County and released into the custody of the Kansas City Police Department in connection to the aggravated assault investigation.

Additionally, a baggie of methamphetamine was seized. The tractor-truck is believed to have been reported stolen through Oak Grove Police Department. The investigation continues.

Obituary - Kathryn Louise Johnston

Kathryn Louise Johnston, 63 of Amsterdam, Missouri passed away Sunday, November 25, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family. Kathy’s wishes were to be cremated, with no public services. Arrangements entrusted to Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-670-0009). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com

Kathy was born November 8, 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri the daughter of Roy Raymond and Norma Jean (Schlesner) Caswell. She was united in marriage to Jerry Dean Johnston on September 29, 1974 in Louisburg, Kansas.

Kathy was a homemaker who loved gardening and canning. She loved sharing her goods with family and friends, and everyone would agree that her pickles were a fan favorite. She was also a 4-H Leader in Amsterdam for several years. Kathy was employed by the Amoret Elevator, Kahn Chevrolet, Casey’s, Prudential, and La Petite Academy. She loved going to flea markets and garages sales, and collecting Longaberger Baskets and Pampered Chef.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Raymond Caswell and Norma Jean Caswell Atwater, her step-father Bob Atwater, and sister-in-law Carrie Caswell. Kathy is survived by her husband Jerry of the home, and family, Jeff Johnston and wife Becky of Butler, MO., Kim Huebert and husband Kelly of Amoret, MO., Luke Johnston and wife Pam of Amsterdam, MO., and Billy Rhynerson and wife Melissa of LaCygne, KS., 15 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. 

She is also survived by three sisters, Linda Town (Mike) of Las Vegas, NV., Barbara Crust (Bud) of Harrisonville, MO., Debbie Reitinger (Jim) of Paola, KS., and two brothers, Roy Caswell of Greenville, KY., and Mike Caswell (Debbie) of Louisburg, KS.,

From the desk of Bates County Coroner Greg Mullinax

A long term goal of mine is occurring this week. My office will host Death Investigation Training for law enforcement officers this Thursday. The course has been approved for 3 hours Continuing Education for Missouri POST in Technical. If you know of any neighboring agency LEOs who need hours, please invite them to contact me. 

The presenters will include a Pathologist and Death Investigator II; their course will update everyone on best investigative practices and procedures. It is so important that we all receive this training and remain current on these procedures.

I'm pleased to provide this training out of my Coroner's Office budget and agencies from Bates County have elected to attend. This training will be beneficial to all, and hopefully become an annual workshop.

I look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday.

Spirit of Christmas in Germantown

SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS

St Ludger's Church in Germantown, Missouri will host the Spirit of Christmas event on Saturday December 8, at 1:00pm.

Some things that will be new this year will be antique, vintage, and unique Nativity sets. 

Enjoy Christmas music by area musicians and refreshments in the country in a historic church on the National Register. As in previous years, the Butler Brass will be featured as the finale. 

Everyone is welcome to attend this event!

Warsaw man catches state record Walleye on a jugline

WARSAW, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports Jason Reynolds of Warsaw became the most recent state-record-fish breaker in Missouri when he caught a walleye on a jug line on Truman Lake in Benton County. The new “alternative method” record fish caught by Reynolds on Nov. 5, weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces. Reynolds’ recent catch broke the previous state record by 1 pound, 1 ounce.

“I first thought I caught a carp, but when I got the fish in the boat I realized I had caught a walleye,” Reynolds said. “I was in shock that I caught a large walleye.”

Reynolds was using bluegill for bait and trying to catch blue catfish when he caught the new state-record walleye.

Reynolds said he didn’t know the walleye was a state record until he checked MDC’s website when he got back to Osage Bluff Marine.

“I didn’t know I caught a state-record walleye until after I checked MDC’s website,” he said. “After I weighed my walleye and saw that I beat the record, I was super excited. It’s just so hard to believe I now hold two state records.”

Reynolds also currently holds the spotted bass alternative method state record for a fish taken by jug line.

“Lighting does strike twice in the same place,” he said. “I caught the walleye about hundred yards away from where I caught the spotted bass. It’s really unbelievable!”

MDC staff verified the walleye’s weight on a certified scale at Lost Valley Hatchery in Warsaw. This is the seventh state-record fish of 2018.

Missouri state-record fish are recognized in two categories: pole-and-line and alternative methods. Alternative methods include: throwlines, trotlines, limb lines, bank lines, jug lines, spearfishing, snagging, snaring, gigging, grabbing, archery, and atlatl. For more information on state-record fish, visit the MDC website at http://on.mo.gov/2efq1vl