2021 Adrian High School Homecoming Royalty

The 2021 Adrian High School Homecoming Royalty was crowned last night as Adrian defeated Lone Jack 54-0 to move to 5-2 on the season. 

We would like to give a huge congratulations and shoutout to Homecoming King & Queen Seniors Baylie Pitts & Clayton Ferguson

Report of stealing in Appleton City

On Wednesday, September 29, 2021 the St. Clair County Sheriffs deputies responded to a call for service in regards to stolen property.

Upon making contact with the victim, he reported that his wife heard a sound outside of the house and looked outside and saw an individual run away from their truck and get into a dark color car and drive off.

The victim reported that when he started the vehicle the morning after the incident, he could tell that the catalytic converter had been cut off and stolen. A report was taken and the investigation is still ongoing.

                                  

Heat today, Storms tomorrow night

There's is a chance for a few strong to isolated severe storms tomorrow night south of I-70. Until then, let's make a run at the record high today (90 degrees in 1963)!

2021 Week 7 Missouri State High School Football Scores:

Week 7 Scores:
Adrian 54, Lone Jack 0
Archie 60, Appleton City 8
Ash Grove 35, Clever 0 

Aurora 30, Marshfield 19
Ava 35, Thayer 13
Branson 31, Willard 7

Battle 26, Rock Bridge 14

Bishop LeBlond 40, West Nodaway 20 

Bolivar 48, Hillcrest 7

Boonville 47, Versailles 17
Brookfield 40, Clark County 8
Butler 28, Warsaw 22
Carthage 34, Joplin 22
Catholic 14, Mount Vernon 13

Central 49, Missouri Military Academy 0

Chillicothe 19, Savannah 13

DeSmet 28, Rockhurst 14 
Drexel 68, Greenfield 0
El Dorado Springs 28, Sherwood 16
Fair Grove 59, Buffalo 31

Ft. Osage 35, Blue Springs South 21
Forsyth 49, Strafford 25
Glendale 18, Kickapoo 14
Hannibal 48, Moberly 14

Highland 24, Palmyra 20 

Hogan Prep 44, Father Tolton Regional Catholic 8
Jasper 36, Rich Hill 0
Lamar 52, Monett 21
Lathrop 8, Lawson 0 

Lebanon 33, Camdenton 14

Lees Summit West 31, Blue Springs 14

Lexington 42, Carrolton 0
Liberal 50, Osceola 24
Liberty 35, Park Hill 32 

Liberty North 38, Lees Summit North 35

Lincoln College Prep 27, Maryville 26
Marionville 62, Sarcoxie 24
McDonald County 41, Reeds Spring 6

Mountain Grove 20, Salem 13
Nevada 46, East Newton 6
Nixa 41, Webb City 27

North Shelby 14, Stanberry 13
Oak Grove 54, Excelsior Springs 28

Odessa 42, Center 41

Ozark 42, Neosho 14

Pierce City 47, Agape 19

Platte County 35, Winnetonka 0

Pleasant Hill 49, Warrensburg 43 

Polo 41, Princeton 18 

Poplar Bluff 28, Central (Cape Girardeau) 12

Republic 37, Carl Junction 3

Rogersville 42, Hollister 25
Rolla 67, Waynesville 26

Richmond 38, Holden 2 
Seneca 27, Cassville 0

Skyline 32, Lighthouse Christian 29

St. Michael the Archangel 69, Crest Ridge 34

St. Paul Lutheran 60, Lockwood 34

South Holt 24, Mound City 20 
South Nodaway 66, Dekalb 18

Stockton 27, Diamond 14
Summit Christian 32, Van Horn 28

Sweet Springs 14, Westran 12

Tarkio 13, Stewartsville 0

Tipton 50, Slater 31

Trenton 34, Maysville 8 

Union 28, Owensville 26

Wellington-Napoleon 34, Cass Midway 14

West Plains 57, Parkview 12

Willow Springs 28, Houston 6

Windsor 50, Cole Camp 0

Worth County 92, Pattonsburg 6

Bates County COVID-19 Updates

Bates County COVID-19 Updates
October 8, 2021

Positive Cases Reported: 2356
Active & On Isolation: 60
Deaths (confirmed by death certificate): 48

Total Negative Tests Reported: 24,033 as of 10/7/21

Obituary - Clyde Frederick Tarter

Graveside services for Clyde F. Tarter of Butler, Missouri will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Mt. Washington Cemetery in Independence, Missouri under direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. No visitation. Contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Clyde Frederick Tarter, age 83 of Butler, Missouri died Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Butler Center in Butler, Missouri. He was born August 3, 1938 to Cortes Alvy Tarter Sr. and Loara Lucille Porter Tarter in Kansas City, Missouri.

Clyde is survived by a special nephew, David Tarter and wife Debbie of Butler, Missouri; a niece, Meg Ross and husband Jason of College Station, Texas; three sisters, Opal Hinton, Dorothy Doss and Joan Clapper; and numerous other nephews and nieces and great-nephews and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, James, Cortes and Bill Tarter; and a sister, Julia Nighswonger.

Public Service Announcement from the Belton Police Department

The Belton Police Department has approximately 30 bikes that have been recovered in the city.

If you have had a bike that was lost or stolen please contact the Belton PD property clerk Mon-Fri 8am-5pm at 816-331-5522 and describe to her the bike you are missing, she can check and see if we have it.

State Farm Student Athlete of the week

We are so excited to announce this week’s State Farm Student Athlete of the week Katie Tourtillott from Rich Hill. Katie is a senior and starting setter for the Lady Tigers volleyball team. Katie was nominated by her Coach Diana Smith. 

Coach Smith stated “Katie achieved 1000 assists in her junior year and is only 57 away from 1500. She is currently our co-captain and continues to consistently lead the team with her outstanding play on the court. 

She also works hard in the classroom and was Academic All State last season. She is also a member of NHS, FFA, STUCO and the A+ program.” When we asked Katie to tell us something she has learned from playing sports that she can apply later in life she stated “I’ve learned how to commit to something fully. Also, I’ve learned how to work with others and work through disagreements.” We also asked Katie what she believes it takes to be a leader and to excel in her sport of choice.

She stated “to be a leader you have to not let your feelings get in the way and always build others up by vocalizing your support of those on your team. To become an elite athlete you have to have mental toughness and move on when you make a mistake. Becoming successful takes a lot of commitment not only of your time but also consistent hard work.” Katie hopes to continue her career in volleyball and play in college after she graduates.

She would like to major in biochemistry with plans to attend medical school. It was such a pleasure meeting Katie and Coach Smith and we wish the Lady Tigers the best of luck next week as they take on Adrian, Jasper, and Liberal.

Pictured left to right: Katie Tourtillott, daughter of Dylann and Heidi Tourtillott; Kellie Davidson State Farm

Record Hot Saturday

Record heat is in the forecast tomorrow. Even in October heat illness is still possible, so be sure to grab a water bottle if you are spending time outside.

Obituary - Wayne Jackson Houston

Wayne Jackson Houston, age 93, resident of Richards, MO, died Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at Medicalodge of Fort Scott, KS. He was born on September 7, 1928, in Bagnall Dam, MO, the son of Andrew Jackson and Ida Mae Houston. 

He graduated from Richards, MO high school. He served in the U. S. Army. Wayne worked his entire life on the farm. He loved his tractors. In fact, he was still operating tractors up until a year ago. 

Wayne worked for several years in groundskeeping for Fort Scott Community College until retirement. He married Lois Darlene Cooper on July 20, 1981, in Fort Scott. She preceded him in death on May 20, 2017. He enjoyed fishing and hunting through the years. He was a member of the Unity Lodge #495 Richards, MO, and the Community of Christ Church in Fort Scott.

Survivors include two sons, Tim Ater and wife Pam, Nevada, MO, and Gregory D. Houston and wife Linda, Richards, MO; 7 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his wife Lois, he was preceded in death by 2 sons, Gary Houston, and Ron Ater; a brother, Willard Houston; a sister, Lois Cooper; and his parents.

Services will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, October 12th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 Monday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to either Care to Share or Community of Christ Church and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Two Adrian teenagers escape serious injury in Bates County rollover crash

On October 7th around 6:30pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle rollover accident at E Highway and CR 143 in rural Adrian.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2003 Ford Escape driven by a 16 year old male juvenile from Adrian began to skid and veered off the right side of the roadway twice before overturning.

Both the driver and a 15 year old male passenger also from Adrian refused medical treatment at the scene of this crash. 

View Crash Report Below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=210526386

Obituary - Verna Mae Overstreet

Verna Mae Overstreet, 89, formerly of Bronaugh, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at her home in Lee’s Summit. Verna was born July 2, 1932 in Montevallo, MO to John A. and Eveline E. (Key) Folkner.

Verna was raised in the Bronaugh area and graduated from Bronaugh High School in 1950. She has lived in the Kansas City area for the past 40 years, retiring from ATT in Lee’s Summit following 32 years of employment. Verna loved bowling, crocheting, traveling, snow skiing in her younger years, and her dogs and cats. She was member of the Presbyterian Church in Lee’s Summit.

She was married to Jerald Overstreet and to this union three children survive, Jerold Overstreet (Rosemary), Liberty, MO, Jeff Overstreet (Vicki), Council Bluffs, IA, and Traci Overstreet (Hobie Crane), Olathe, KS. Additional survivors include nine grandchildren, Sean Johnson, Jayme Overstreet, Amanda Hamilton (Scott), Michael Overstreet (Tara), Justin Overstreet, Joseph Overstreet (Katie), Shannon Leete (Nathan), Ashley Overstreet (Johnny Soliz), and John Overstreet; 15 great-grandchildren, Mariah, M.J., Alexa, Eva, Hendrix, Colton Walker, Vivian, Scarlet, Cheyenne, Sophia, Lilly, Evey, Colton, Abigail, and June; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, Jay Overstreet, two brothers, and seven sisters.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Ferry Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Newton Burial Park in Nevada. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Warmer weather returns to the area for the weekend

Warmer weather returns to the area for the weekend with unseasonably warm temperatures near 90° on Saturday. Winds will also gust 20 to 30 mph Saturday afternoon. Sunday looks dry until very late in the evening with storms likely during the overnight hours. There will be some lingering showers Monday with another chance for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Obituary - Jimmie Carl Leer

Jimmie Carl Leer, 57, Bronaugh, MO passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Nevada Regional Medical Center. Jimmie was born August 30, 1964 in Nevada to Junior and Mary Ann (Burchell) Leer. He was united in marriage to Glenda Sue Weber on December 24, 1985 in Rich Hill, MO and she survives of the home.

Jimmie grew up in the Metz area and graduated from Metz High School Class of 1982. He worked for Rickett’s Grain Elevator and farmed for Jimmie Linn in the Bronaugh area for a number of years. For the past 20 plus years Jimmie has worked for the Vernon County Road and Bridge Department. Jimmie was an avid catfish fisherman, deer hunter, and loved mushroom hunting. He was known for having a big heart and was always willing to help others.

In addition to his wife Glenda, survivors include a brother, Troy Leer (Roxanna), Sheldon; nephews, Brandon Leer, and Chris Leer; brothers and sisters-in-law, Judy Broughton (Bob), Abilene, TX, Bernie Weber, Moundville, Bruce Weber (Sherri), Moundville, Virginia Read, Nevada, Ed Weber, Moundville, Trish Harris, Moundville, and Julie Nikodim (Mike), Moundville; special friends, Gary Kenney, Taborville, Mike Vandenburg, Richards, Tex McKinley, Horton, Danny Gammon, Nevada, and Wayne Rickman, El Dorado Springs, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents; a niece Bethany Leer; brothers-in-law, Bill Weber, David Weber, and Gilbert Harris.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Pastor Craig Hart officiating. The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening at the funeral home.

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

Butler City Hall temporarily closed due to Covid-19

The Butler City Hall staff are essential employees to the function of the city. Due to city hall staff being exposed to COVID-19 and staff shortage due to COVID-19. 

We are taking precautionary measures and shutting down City Hall temporarily. This means that no public citizens will be allowed in the building. Essential function operations will continue to the best of our ability while running on a short staff. 

Citizens may contact us by phone or email. We apologize for this inconvenience and will update you further once more information is available.

Obituary - Kenneth Allen Vickers

Kenneth Allen Vickers, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at his home in Calhoun, Missouri. Kenneth's wishes were to be cremated. Graveside services will be at 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Calhoun Cemetery in Calhoun, Missouri. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Kenneth Allen Vickers “Kenny” was born on November 19, 1955. Kenny was the youngest of ten children born to Hubert and Ada Mae {Logan} Vickers of Windsor.

Kenny and Toni {Pinkston} were married on December 27, 1979, at Miami, Oklahoma living in Windsor/Calhoun most of their married life except for a few years when they lived in Gonzalez, Texas for his work.

At around 16 years old Kenny tried his hand at running a backhoe, which he proved very successful at until his retirement. Several years ago, he bought his own backhoe to use at home and help friends, neighbors, and family with their projects. In fact, just a few weeks before his death he helped a neighbor with a project even though he wasn’t feeling well—that is just how Kenny was—always helping others. Many hours were spent in his or Chuck’s shop just visiting or solving world problems with the “guys”, hanging out at Floyd and Debbie’s farm planning what projects were on the agenda for the weekend, or cutting wood for everyone’s stove so they all had their stoves hot and ready for “group meetings”.

Toni and Kenny always had fur babies—whether it be horses, dogs or cats. In fact, Junior, his shop cat is still at work guarding the shop. Kenny buried many animals over the years, the backhoe came in real handy for Toni’s horses and those at the Joy farm.

For many years, Saturday mornings were set aside to make rounds to check on his family and friends—which were a very important part of his life. Kenny loved family get togethers—whether it be 4th of July with his family at Farrington Park or Thanksgiving and Christmas meals with Toni’s family.

Kenny was diagnosed with lung cancer and had just started treatment two weeks before his death (due to complications of the cancer).

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Charles, Tommy, Pete and Donald along with sisters Betty Hoover, Mary Kimbrell, and Beverly Stirts. In addition, his mother/father-in-law (Gaynel Mills, Charles Pinkston), two brother in laws (David Pinkston and Jamie Pinkston) along with nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his wife Toni (whom he loved and worried about so much), his daughter Kishia (from his first marriage) and her daughter Harley. Also, his brother Jack Vickers, sister Sandy Scott, sister’s-in-law Debbie Joy (Floyd) and Judy Dodge. Kenny has many nieces and nephews who were near and dear to his heart, along with all the friends he met along the way.

“There and back again”

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.

Harrisonville High School Students of the Month for October

Congratulations to the Harrisonville High School Students of the Month for October - Isaac Chiodini and Greta Maxwell!

Isaac Chiodini is the son of Chris and Rachelle Chiodini. He is involved in the marching band, robotics team, Academic Club, Science Club, Key Club, and National Honor Society.

His leadership positions include president of National Honor Society, drumline captain and sergeant-at-arms of the marching band, programming captain and team lead of robotics, and an officer of Science Club. His awards include Excellence in Academics recipient for all of high school with a 4.0+ GPA, HOBY Leadership Alumni, Bright Flight ACT Qualifier, and an Eagle Scout.

Outside of School Isaac is a volunteer leader for kids’ ministry production at church, a Boy Scout, and an assistant facility manager for Midwest Pool Management.

Isaac enjoys anything STEM-related, such as computer programming, advanced chemistry, nuclear physics, and more. He also enjoys financial research, such as stock investments, treasury bonds and more. His future plans are to attend the United States Air Force Academy or the Missouri University of Science and Technology, obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science.

Greta Maxwell is the daughter of Chris and Rachel Maxwell.
She is involved in NHS, Music Makers, girl’s soccer, and Mercenaries. Her leadership positions include Music Makers president, and JV girls soccer captain. Her awards include Principal’s Honor Roll, and three-year Excellence in Academics recipient.
Outside of school Greta is a Sonic carhop and involved on the worship team at her church.

Greta enjoys spending time with people, having fun, and playing guitar/piano. Her future plans include attending some kind of school until she figures out what she wants to do with the rest of her life and eventually marry a football coach and be an awesome mom.

The HHS Students of the Month are selected on the basis of good citizenship, leadership, scholarship, and sportsmanship.

Bronson pleads guilty in murder in Lamar

October 7, 2021:

Lane R. Bronson pleaded guilty today to the charge of Murder in the 2nd degree in front of Judge Dean Dankelson. 

Mr. Bronson, 28 years old, of Carthage, Missouri was one of three defendants charged with the murder of Terry G. Harless at 710 Broadway, Lamar, Missouri. 

Judge Dankelson set sentencing for December 17, 2021. Bronson remains in custody.

Mike Smalley
Barton County Prosecuting Attorney

Obituary - Jerry Dean Hankins

Jerry passed away peacefully at his cabin surrounded by the love of his family, friends, and “the woods.” Preceded in death by his grandparents, Grace (Fordyce) and Eric Hankins; his parents, Marjorie and Gerald Hankins; his significant other, Dianne Whitehead; and his favorite uncle, William “Bill” Swanson.

He is survived by his children, Janyale (Matt) Goetz, Jerry (Stacy) Hankins II, Kristen (Josh) Myers-Hankins; step-children, Chance and Kevin Myers, Ashley (Evan) Eslick; brothers, David Hankins, Donald Hankins, Sr.; grandchildren, Jack and Vincent Goetz, Nicolai and Ethan Hankins, Braiden, Lillian, and Kayden; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, family, and friends.

Jerry never met a stranger in this world while on his earthly journey home to Heaven. He will be missed greatly. We will love him always and forever.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 23, 2021 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Heuser Funeral Home in Rich Hill, Missouri. A campout/campfire will follow at Jerry’s property following the memorial.

Private family burial at a later date to be announced at Aubrey Cemetery in Stillwell, Kansas.

One arrested after pursuit in Barton County

On October 3rd, 2021 at approximately 0737hrs a Barton County Sheriffs Deputy was dispatched to Mindenmines, Mo for a past tense vehicle theft. Once on scene the Deputy gathered the information about the vehicle and also learned that a dump trailer was attached to the truck as well at the time it was taken. Once the Deputy cleared the scene he advised other Deputies and the Sheriff of the theft. 

At approximately 1030hrs a citizen called 911 and stated they were following the vehicle they believed was stolen from Mindenmines on O Highway in rural Barton County. The Deputy that took the report was near the area and responded. 

Once the Deputy got behind the vehicle and activated his lights and siren the vehicle sped up and failed to yield to the Deputy. The Deputy initiated a pursuit with the vehicle which reached speeds of 100mph. 

The stolen vehicle at one point forced a motorist off the roadway. Sheriff Simpson was able to get in to position and deploy a tire deflation device that successfully struck 6 tires on the vehicle and trailer. The suspect continued to drive for approximately 6 more miles entering the city limits of Liberal, Mo. 

The vehicle came to a stop when it entered a field off of K Highway and the driver realized he had no where to go due to being surrounded by patrol cars and no tires to get him anywhere. Deputies were able to take the suspect in to custody without incident. 

The suspect was identified as Blake Lundberg (39) of Ft. Scott, KS. Lundberg has been charged with Tampering with a motor vehicle 1st Degree, Resisting arrest by fleeing and creating a substantial risk to the public, and Possession of Controlled substance for the Suspected Methamphetamine he admitted to throwing from the vehicle while being pursued. Lundberg is currently being held on a Capias warrant for his charges. 

"Sheriff Simpson wants to remind citizens to lock your vehicles and personal belongings when they are unattended. Theft crimes are still on the rise and we will do our best to locate your items and return them to you. 

Sheriff wants people to understand as well that we are not always working just one incident at a time, we have multiple investigations that are ongoing and they all need attention. Please help us by securing your belongings."

Chief Deputy 

Justin Ehrsam

KC Area Weekend Forecast

There may be some areas of fog out there this morning, which will dissipate within a few hours after sunrise. That will give way to decreasing clouds through the day with near normal temperatures. We’ll see a warming trend for Saturday as highs climb into the mid 80s. 

Well above normal temperatures around 90 degrees can be expected Saturday with gusty south winds to around 30 mph It looks mainly dry for Sunday with above normal temperatures. 

A strong cold front will move into the area late in the day, leading to a chance of thunderstorms. late in the evening.

From the Miami R-1 School District

Miami R-1 will once again "highly recommend" masks beginning Thursday, October 7, 2021.

Our current level of COVID-19 positive cases along with individuals under quarantine is now below the 10% level which originally triggered the mask requirement. 

Please be aware that masks are still required on district provided transportation. This includes school buses and district vans.

Obituary - Mary M. Dahmer

Mary Marie (Cowan) Dahmer, age 94, of Nevada, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 after a lengthy illness. She was born on September 30, 1927 in Crawford County, KS near Walnut, KS to Charles Oscar Cowan and Grace Olive (Boileau) Cowan. On September 5, 1948, she was married to Glenn “Plute” Dean Dahmer in Mapleton, KS and he preceded her in death on September 28, 2003.

Mary was raised on a farm in Bourbon County, KS. She graduated from Fulton High School. Following graduation, she worked at Western Insurance Companies in Ft. Scott, KS from 1944 to 1948. After her sons were born, she went to work for Joseph L. Pohl Contractor, INC in 1957. In 1970, she was elected Secretary of the corporation and was also named Office Manager for the firm. She continued in that capacity until her retirement in 2012, completing 55 years of service.

She was a member of First Christian Church of Nevada where she taught Sunday School for a number of years. In more recent years, she began attending the Methodist Church of Nevada and was a constituent member. Her hobbies were knitting and quilting.

Mary was a very devoted Mom and Grannie and loved dearly by her sons, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Mary enjoyed outings of all kinds, especially when visiting family and friends. She enjoyed traveling and treasured her trips with her son to Colorado to visit family as well as her Branson trips with her siblings. More recently, when she wasn’t able to travel distances, she enjoyed her monthly outings to Ft. Scott.

Mary is survived by grandchildren Amy (Dahmer) Clausen and husband Derrick of Independence, MO, Amber (Dahmer) Jenkins and Jeff Pearish of Nevada, and Aaron Dahmer of Nevada; great-grandchildren Kendra (Bradley) Meyers of Joplin, MO, Jaycee Jenkins, Callee Jenkins, Wyatt Jenkins, Allie Marie Dahmer and Addison Mae Dahmer of Nevada; great-great grandchildren Axel and Nash; daughter-in-law Candi Dahmer of Nevada, brother Bill Cowan of Nevada, sister Charlene Bruns of Ft. Scott, and sister-in-law Faye Cowan of Ft. Scott; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Glenn and sons Gregg Dahmer in 2019 and Brent Dahmer in 1982; siblings Metta Walker and her husband Mark, Irmal Smith and her husband Louis, Floyd “Buck” Cowan, Ruth Walker and husband Jake, Pauline Norris and husband Everett “Soapy”, and Opal Brillhart and husband Ed; brother-in-law Maurice Bruns and sister-in-law Norma Cowan; and her parents.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 6-7:00 p.m. on Monday evening at the funeral home.

Any donations can be made in her name to the NRMC Foundation in care of the Ferry Funeral Home.

Dense Fog Advisory

A Dense Fog Advisory will go into effect later tonight through tomorrow morning. Visibility could drop to under a quarter mile at times. Please use caution while driving overnight tonight and during tomorrow's morning commute.

Obituary - Theresa Joan Draper

Theresa Joan Draper age 72 of Lexington, Missouri formerly of Harrisonville, Missouri was born December 27, 1948 in Morganfield, Kentucky the daughter of Kenneth Williams and Margaret Mary (Leonard) Corcoran. She departed this life on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Riverbend Heights Health and Rehabilitation, Lexington, Missouri at the age of 72 years, 9 months and 5 days.

Theresa was a homemaker. She will be remembered as a loving, kind and always thoughtful of others. Especially her Kansas City roots of family and friends. Her memories will carry us on. We will never forget her wonderful smile and the love she gave to her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Theresa is survived by two daughters, Dani Burch, Greenwood, Missouri, Renee Wilcher, Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren, Ashley (Logan), Molly, David, Deim (Sean), Travis, Jay Allen and Tyler Anne; three sisters, Mary Corcoran, Kansas City, Missouri; Colleen Wells, Roeland Park, Kansas, Anne Oldum, Aurora, Colorado; other relatives and a host of friends.

"She will be remembered as loving, kind and always thoughtful of others".

Cremation. No services are scheduled.

Obituary - Esther Breeden

Esther Breeden, 81 of Butler, Missouri passed away Saturday, October 2, 2021 at her home in Butler. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). 

A visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm prior to the funeral Wednesday, also at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Services for Esther will be available via ZOOM, https://us02web.zoom.us/join
Meeting ID 822 0477 0163
Password 162753

Esther was born June 7, 1940 in Miami, New Mexico to Esteban and Ruby Baca Archuleta. She worked most of her life as a teacher’s aide in Kansas City before retiring due to her health. Esther was a member of the Harrisonville Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses and truly loved her ministry. Fall was her favorite time of year, she enjoyed the colors, the weather, and sitting outside drinking lemonade. Esther loved meeting new people and decorating. So she could often be found “treasure hunting” in the area thrift stores. Esther was a strong lady who enjoyed life and especially her family.

Esther was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Ernest and Alfred Archuleta. She is survived by her daughter Carol Breeden, son Mike Breeden, and son Larry Breeden, grandchildren, Brian Hill, Larry Hill, Kelly Key, Ruby Breeden (Dana), and Dominica Breeden (Dan), and great-grandson Gabriel Nelson. She also leaves behind her brothers, Steven and Robert Archuleta, sister Margaret Magnuson and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Notice of Sheriff's Sale in Partition

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE IN PARTITION

Take notice that at 1:00 p.m. on the 11th day of November, 2021, at the east door of the Bates County Courthouse in Butler, MO, on order of the Honorable Baker, Circuit Judge of Bates County, MO, the Sheriff of Bates County, MO, will sell at public venue to the highest bidder, for cash, the real property, situate in said Bates County, MO, described as follows:

The North Half of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 27, Township 40, Range 31, Bates County, MO.

Obituary - William Allen Lanning

William “Bill” Allen Lanning, 61, passed away October 4, 2021 after a short illness. A visitation (2-4 PM), followed by a celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Rock Brook Church, 1715 E. 173rd Street, Belton, Missouri.

Bill was born on February 4th, 1960 in Paola, Kansas. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree from UMKC and a Master’s Degree from KU in Social Work. Bill Worked for the KCPD for five years and thirty-three years for the Veteran’s Administration before retiring in 2019. In his retirement Bill enjoyed driving for Max Motors and serving on the board at Joshua House.

Bill loved life... he loved sports.. and he didn’t really know a stranger. He gave of himself endlessly and tirelessly. Bill had seven different National Disaster Deployments with Red Cross, four of which were Hurricane Katrina, 9/11 at Ground Zero, Hurricane Dennis and Hurricane Floyd. He was a certified High School football referee and baseball umpire. He enjoyed the Jayhawks, Royals, and Chiefs and most recently the Georgia Bulldogs.

Bill loved music.. He was a member of the “Soldiers of the Cross” Gospel Quartet. His beautiful Tenor voice also graced weddings, church services, choirs and everyday life.

Bill was a believer in the Word, always faithful to it and lived it to its fullest.

Bill loved family.. he was encouraging and supportive. He opened his heart and gave selflessly of his time to them. In turn, he was deeply loved and respected and will be greatly missed. Bill was proceeded in death by his parents, Don and Lorraine Lanning, as well as his first wife, Nena. Bill and Nena leave a son, Jeremy Lanning (Katie). In 2014 Bill married Cecilia, and gained two sons Brett Dreas (Tricia) and Spencer Dreas. Bill was “Poppy” to six grandchildren—Crew, Braelynn, Avelee, Nena, Blaike and Banks. He also survived by his parents-in-law, Thomas and Ernestine Iseman, brothers and sisters Donald Lee Lanning (Janis), Paul Bruce Lanning (Linda), Becky Beyer (Bob), Sharon Davis (Mike), Karen McDonald (Benni), Kevin Iseman (Tricia) and many nieces and nephews that he dearly loved.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Rock Brook Church as addressed above.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Obituary - Bobbie Jean Bohannon

Bobbie Jean Bohannon, 98, of Harrisonville, Missouri passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at St. Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, MO. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 8th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 9th at 1:00 p.m. at Atkinson Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Urich Cemetery in Urich, Missouri.

Bobbie was born on September 1, 1923 in Urich, Missouri, the daughter of Robert Perry and Beulah Marie (Ashbrooke) Overbey. She grew up in Urich, graduating from Urich High School. Bobbie met the love of her life, Orley Nivel Bohannon, and they were married on June 21, 1942 in Flint, Michigan. They enjoyed 36 years together before his passing on March 6, 1979. Bobbie lived in Michigan and Kansas City before settling down in Cass County, spending most of her life in Harrisonville. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Harrisonville, then later Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, and lastly Antioch Southern Baptist Church.

Bobbie enjoyed reading, completing crosswords and jigsaw puzzles, and watching the Game Show Network, especially Jeopardy. She also had a love for baseball, whether it was watching her son, Larry, her grandkids, or the KC Royals, she likely would ask you to wait until the game was over to do other things, regardless of what it might be, including once when she wanted to postpone a surgery. She was a true matriarch and always put her family at the forefront, often found reading or playing games with her grandchildren, because she always had the time to give to them. Bobbie was blessed to be able to go camping with her daughters, Kay and Vicki, across the country to wherever they could set up their tent. This resulted in trips to over 40 states, the last one being when Bobbie was 87 and they camped throughout South Dakota. After she went into the nursing home, she began to enjoy sitting and watching her hummingbird feeders outside of her window. Bobbie will be missed by all those who knew her, but leaves behind many wonderful memories.

Bobbie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Orley Nivel Bohannon; her sons: Larry Wayne and Jerry Lee Bohannon; her brothers: Marion Reed Overbey, William Stephen Overbey, and Max Eugene Overbey; and her sisters: Nadine Lucille Smith and Phyllis Madeline Edwards. She is survived by her daughters: Karen Kay Wallace and Vicki Sue (Rick) Mitchell; her 16 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; 19 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Obituary - Madeline Jean (Wilson) Woodfin

Madeline Jean Woodfin passed away Monday, October 4th at her home in Butler, MO at the age of 80. She was born November 10, 1940 in Bates County to Thomas Leonard and Margaret Irene Wilson. Madeline married William K. Woodfin on May 11, 1964.

She leaves behind her husband Bill of the home; sons, Tom and wife Karen hood of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; Dean Hood of Norman, Oklahoma; daughters, Mary and husband Doug Weaver of Weatherford, Texas; Melissa and Michael Massey of Butler, Missouri; grandchildren, Dustin and Adrienne Weaver, Monica Curtis, Brandon Hood, Katie Hood, and Madilyn Hood; great-grandchildren, Easton and Owen Curtis.

Madeline had many hobbies, but her greatest love was designing and making quilts. She was a member of the Rockville Quilt Club Her hand-stitching and creative designs won her multiple Grand Champion awards at the Bates County Fair, as well as 1st Place and Judges’ Choice.

She was also survived by sisters, Rebecca Humble, Kathi (Lynn) Plain, Barbara Condor; and sister-in-law, Freda Wilson. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Tom Wilson.

Madeline’s wishes were to be cremated with no services. The family will receive friends on Saturday, October 23 at the Rich Hill American Legion from 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Obituary - Sherrie Doody

The world lost a one-of a kind woman. Sherrie Doody passed away surrounded by those who loved her on October 4, 2021. She was the biological mother of Ashley Caviel and Michael Doody although she was considered a surrogate mother to countless others. She leaves behind 3 grandchildren, 9 brothers and sisters, and several nieces and nephews that she cherished dearly.

Sherrie lived her 57 years of life on her own terms. For most of her life, you rarely found her without a Mountain Dew in one hand and a cigarette in the other. Most knew her as a tenacious, hard-working, generous, strong-willed soul who never left a word unsaid. She had a unique way of connecting with people and saw the good in everyone.

She had a passion for caring for others. She spent much of her life dedicated to caring for the elderly. She was a collector of things. What the collection was just depended on the season of life she was in. Her treasures were many. Most would say, “they never met someone like Sherrie and likely never will again.” She was loved and held a special space in the hearts of those who knew her.

Sherrie had a relationship with Christ and her faith saw her through many aspects of life. She graduated from Rich Hill High School in 1983. She resided in Butler, MO and surrounding towns throughout her life.

At Sherrie’s request there will be no formal visitation or funeral. However, those who wish to pay tribute to her during a Celebration of Life are invited to do so. It will be held on Sunday, October 10th from 2PM – 4PM at Trent’s BBQ 720 E Walnut St, Rich Hill, MO 64779.

Cards and memorial contributions are all welcome. Please contact the Heuser Funeral Home for details.

I don’t think a relationship exists like the one my mother and I had. It was by no means a typical mother/daughter relationship, but it worked for us. My heart can rest easy knowing she is now at peace.

My mother taught me the meaning of how to hustle, be ambitious, and raised me to know no limits. She instilled limitless confidence in me. Because of her I approach life without self-doubt.

As an adult, I can recognize that we lived in poverty. But as a child, I had no clue. She was a provider and made sure my brother and I never went without and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we wanted and more. This is a testament to who she was as a person. She went without in order to be able to give to others.

Those who knew her – loved her. She made special connections with people. She was genuine and authentic. She did things her own way and was relentless in doing so. She did things to the max. You knew with her it was always going to be something. My mother did the best she could. And she gave her all.

Her life lasted 57 years but she left an impression that will last a lifetime. It’s time to hang up the gloves and rest easy, mom.

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2021 Adrian Blackhawk Homecoming Candidates

Its homecoming week in Adrian as the Blackhawks will face Lone Jack who is 1-5 on the year so far  on Friday night. The homecoming candidates are as followed:

Queen Candidates (left to right): Alex McMurphy, Freshman: Olivia Hughes, Sophomore; Anjolie Kone; Junior; Baylie Pitts, Senior.

King Candidates: Mason Griffin, Freshman; Brenton McGuire, Sophomore; Bryce Chulufas, Junior; Clayton Ferguson, Senior.

Photo Courtesy of the Adrian News Leader 

Bates County Sheriffs Office Mounted Posse Invitational Rodeo set for October 16th

Come out and support the Bates County Sheriff Mounted Posse. We have a great line up for the rodeo. 16 bull riders, 10 barrel racers, 7 or 8 bare backs and 10 bronc riders.

Don’t forget the mutton busting and calf catch for the kids. Come out and enjoy the night. Get to know members of the Mounted Posse.

Bates County Elks Lodge Haunted House of Terror

Obituary - Arthur "Frank" Franklin Gorsage

Arthur “Frank” Franklin Gorsage, 68, Freeman, MO, passed away Monday, October 4, 2021 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, MO. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 11, 2021 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville with visitation from 10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. Burial to follow in Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO.

Frank was born October 27, 1952 to Calvin and Josephine (Fangrow) Gorsage. He graduated from Freeman High School. Frank worked primarily as a mechanic for Ford Tractor and then Starlight Trailers, but really was a jack of all trades, capable of fixing almost anything. He married Mary Ann Sollis on June 2, 1990 in Archie, Missouri. Frank loved the lake, whether that was sitting outside by the fire, listening to old country music with his cup of coffee or out on the water fishing or kayaking, the lake was a place he made memories with his family. Family was one of his greatest joys as he loved playing horseshoes with his children and spending time with his grandchildren. You could find him tinkering around the house working on things at any given time as he was not the type to sit still. He was a member of the Freeman Baptist Church. Frank will be dearly missed by all those who knew him.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters: Evelyn Green and Emma Chamness. He is survived by his wife 31 years, Mary Ann; two sons: Josh (Janee) Gorsage and Brandon (Heather) Gorsage; two daughters: Rebecca (Dale) McGaughey and Jennifer (Matt) Thompson; 11 grandchildren: Aaron, Bailee, Cooper, Destinee, Xavier, Alicia, Damion, Kora, Karson, Tallen, and Kalie; three brothers: Calvin (Dee) Gorsage, Ron (Betty Jo) Gorsage, and Dan (Brenda) Gorsage; two sisters: Arlene (James) Welch and Carol (Don) Davidson; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

MoDOT News Release: Watch for wildlife movement on state roads

Watch for wildlife movement on state roads

Missouri ranks 15th in the country for potential vehicle/deer collisions

JEFFERSON CITY — It’s always exciting to see wildlife like deer and coyote when driving through rural Missouri—until they decide to jump into the road in front of your car. The Missouri Department of Transportation reminds motorists to be prepared for the sudden appearance of wild animals on Missouri roadways during the cooler fall months.

“As the days grow shorter, more motorists are driving on dark roads when deer are more active,” said Natalie Roark, state maintenance director. “This leads to a larger number of crashes involving deer and other wildlife from mid-October through the end of November.”

Fall is breeding season and deer are on the move. A report from State Farm Insurance ranks Missouri 15th in the country for potential deer collisions.

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, there were 3,639 traffic crashes involving deer in 2020, resulting in 348 injuries and five deaths. Most deer strikes occurred at dawn and dusk in October and November.

Drivers should never swerve to avoid animals in the road as it can cause loss of control of their vehicles, resulting in serious injury or death. To avoid hitting a deer, always be cautious and keep your eyes scanning both sides of the roadway.

“Distracted driving—particularly when wildlife is on the move—can be deadly,” Roark said. “Always buckle up and put your phone down when driving.”

If you can’t avoid a collision and it has resulted in the death of the deer, there are several options you can take:

According to Missouri law, an individual who has struck and killed a deer with their vehicle may claim the deer carcass if written authorization to possess the deer is granted by a Missouri Department of Conservation agent. 

The Wildlife Dispensation permit is free, but you need to contact the Missouri Department of Conservation to obtain the permit.

Do not jeopardize your safety to remove the animal in a high traffic area. Notify MoDOT at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Crews will address any deer/animal/debris on a highway that is a safety hazard, meaning that the carcass is in the driving or passing lane, or partially in either lane or on the shoulder. Crews will drag the carcass to the outer portion of the right of way, outside any active drainage ditch or channel.

If the deer is completely off the roadway, MoDOT will not pick it up unless it impedes mail delivery or is in a neighborhood, especially at or near a bus stop.

If a deer is located on the shoulder, MoDOT will address the deer during normal work hours. MoDOT crews will not be called out after hours to remove an item, unless it is a safety hazard. MoDOT does not have specialized crews assigned to remove dead animals from the roadway and does not contract out any roadkill removal.

Three Day Forecast

There will be more isolated to scattered showers, and possibly a few thunderstorms, across the area today, mainly during the afternoon hours. 

The precipitation chances shift east for Thursday with dry weather and clearing skies returning for Friday. 

Temperatures will be near normal today and Thursday with above normal temperatures heading into the weekend.

Obituary - Rachelle Battagler-Jones

Rachelle Battagler-Jones, age 61, of Rich Hill, Missouri passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021. Rachelle's wishes were to be cremated. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the Siloam Mountain Park in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Rachelle “Shelly” Battagler-Jones was born on August 18, 1960 in Richmond, Missouri. She was the daughter of Cecil Battagler Jr. and Zoe Marie (Oyer) Battagler.

Shelly, as many knew her, was a loving mother, sister, friend, aunt and one hell of a fighter of Cancer and many life’s challenges. She loved family entertainment and her whole world revolved around the love of her son Sam, family and friends. She grew up in Orrick, Missouri.

She is survived by one son Samuel Jones of the home in Rich Hill, Missouri, two brothers; Roger Battagler of Carson City, Missouri, Russell (Wendy) Battagler of Camden, Missouri, one sister; Renee (Ron) Bartley of Rayvlle, Missouri, her nephews; Shawn Battagler, Tony Battagler, Robbie Battagler, Chris Battagler, Nathon, Landon and Josh Bartley, Travis (Erin) Battagler and nieces; Rebecca Battagler McGill, Tamie Battagler, Jamie Newsome and Tracy Battagler-Stanley, and several great nieces and nephews and great- great niece and nephew.

She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers Randy and Ricky Battagler.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.