Paola Kansas Police seeking public assistance

On 02/17/2022, at approximately 10:26 PM, an unknown white male, dressed in blue jeans, wearing a dark hoodie and dark mask, forced entry into Miami County Lumber. The suspect arrived in a dark colored SUV, possibly a late 1990’s- early 2000’s Toyota 4Runner, and shattered the front glass doors.

The suspect entered the store and collected approximately $2400.00 worth of Stanley ‘Fat Max” tape measures and Diablo brand saw blades, placing them into a brown tub, which the suspect brought with him. 

The suspect was seen on video leaving the business and heading north on N. Pearl St at approximately 10.30 PM.

If you can identify the suspect, or suspect vehicle, please contact Capt. Kevin Colwell or Det. Sgt. Marc Miller of the Paola Police Department at (913)-259-3640.

Obituary - James Charles Castor

James Charles Castor, 76, Harrisonville, Missouri departed this life on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Overland Park, Kansas.
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Cremation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 5, 2022 at the Salvation Army Southland Corps, 6111 E. 129th Street, Grandview, Missouri 64030 with reception to follow.

A complete obituary will be posted when it becomes available.

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

Garden City man Charged in Drug Related Death

Cass Co –Cass County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Garden City man for involuntary manslaughter, assault and distribution of a controlled substance related to the death of a Harrisonville woman that took place on March 19, 2021, in Garden City, MO.

 
On March 19, 2021, deputies were called to a residence in the 100 block of Main St in Garden City for an unresponsive female. Garden City EMS transported Amy M. McConville, 39, of Harrisonville, to Cass Regional Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased.

The Medical Examiner’s Office determined that Ms. McConville’s cause of death was from methamphetamine and fentanyl intoxication.

Investigators with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office identified Kyle P. Calhoun, 33, Garden City as the person who supplied the drugs to the victim. Investigators were able to identify two more victims hospitalized as a result of drugs allegedly given to them by Mr. Calhoun. Those victims recovered following hospitalization with life threatening conditions.

“The charges in this nearly yearlong case are the result of a complex investigation that took hundreds of man hours. The loss of any life is tragic and we will continue to remove dangerous drugs from our community and those who distribute them,” said Sheriff Jeff Weber.

The Cass County Prosecutor’s Office charged Kyle P. Calhoun with Class C Felony of Involuntary Manslaughter First Degree.

He is currently held in the Cass County Jail on a $50,000 cash only bond.

Obituary - Michael Lee Anderson

Graveside services for Mike Anderson of Hillsdale, Michigan formerly of Butler, Missouri, will be 2 p.m. Friday, March 4, 2022 at Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, Missouri under direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. Visitation 5 - 7 p.m. Thursday, March 3 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions in lieu of flowers to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Michael “Mike” Lee Anderson, age 82 of Hillsdale, Michigan died Friday, February 25, 2022 at his home in Michigan. He was born July 21, 1939 to Herbert E. and Lena Ardell Skaggs Anderson at the old hospital in Butler, Missouri.

Mike is survived by a daughter, Dana Anderson of Denmark; a brother, Tim Anderson and wife Mary of San Antonio, Texas; a nephew, Derek Anderson and wife Maria of Austin, Texas; a niece, Melani Ferguson and husband Doug of Dallas, Georgia; great-nephews and nieces, Mallory, Garrett, Nicholas and Caroline; and great-great-nephews, Anderson and Gibbs. He was preceded in death by his parents and twin siblings Richard and Rachel.

Bates County April 5 Sample Ballot

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Bates County Real Estate Transfers and Marriage Licenses

 As recorded February 21st-25th

Kendall, John to Fischbach, Mark R Lt 14 Wemola Acres+

Pruitt, Larry to Rinauro, Brian Str 13-42-33 //Sw

Sargent, Lance E. to Heiman Agri-Service, Inc. Lt 1 Bl 11 West Side Addn

Romi, Ethan N. to Rusk, Alexander L. Lt 24 Glenbrook Farms

Freedom Mortgage Corp to Secretary Of Housing & Urban Development Lt 3 Bl 1 Scott’s Addn

Garren, Larry Dale to Garren, Larry Dale Str 12-40-30

Fennewald, Jerry to Fenewald, Jason Dale Str 14-39-29 //Ne

Irwin, Keith C. to Acevedo, Jose Bl 2 Reese’s Addn+

Fletcher, Jordan to Swarnes, Matthew Lt 1 Bl 23 Town Company’s First Addn+

Avery, Stefanie to Langley, Karen Lt 85 Adrian, Original Town Of

Thompson, Frank G. to Fink, Roger Lt 4 Bl 10 South Drexel+

Varns, Jack to Parker, Don Str 7-40-30 //Ne

Burk, Shain A. to Burk, Shain (Trustee) Lt 3 Bl 10 Gilbert Heights

Adrian Elks Lodge 2864 to Tindle, Todd R Lt 105 Adrian, Original Town Of

Amerihome Mortgage Co to Underwood, James Michael Lt 171 Town Company’s First Addn

Lincoln, David L to Lincoln, Tyler Str 5-41-31 //Ne

Cooper, Rhonda to Rc & Rc Llc Str 9-38-31 //Nw

Rc & Rc Llc to Brooks, Daniel Str 9-38-31 //Nw

Cox, James to Champlin, Karen Lt 10 Bl 182 Town Company’s Second Addn+

Huddleston, Karen to Huddleston, Karen Lt 10 Bl 182 Town Company’s Second Addn+

Marriage license:

Shaner, Brandon Lee and Thomas, Deborah Gail

Courthouse Work Ongoing...

 Following work to fix a drainage issue around the Bates county courthouse, concerns have been raised regarding how it has been left in the meantime which includes a rock formation on the west side and gravel fill in the sidewalk.

Mid America Live spoke with the Bates county commissioners regarding these issues and was assured that while the drainage issue has been corrected (which now vectors rainwater away from the building instead into the basement) there are still things to be done soon including laying of a new sidewalk that will allow a ‘green area’ between the sidewalk and the building- and a new arrangement regarding the rock formation that will be more appealing for the courtyard. Stay tuned for updates.

Snead Officially Selected For Treasurer Duty

 

Butler City Clerk Corey Snead has been selected to serve as Treasurer for the Missouri City Clerks & Finance Association according to confirmation received on February 18. Deletra Hudson, Nominating Committee Chairperson, says he will officially take the position alongside President Amy Edwards of Platte City and Secretary Deanna Jones of Berkeley, Mo. as all three will be sworn in during an official ceremony later this month. 

While serving the MoCCFOA Snead will continue his position as city clerk of Butler. Congratulations Corey!

Rosie Cutshaw Named Parade Grand Marshal

 

What started with just a few folks a decade back, has grown to a widely known area tradition- the Annual Amsterdam St. Patrick’s Day Parade and this year’s Grand Marshal will be A-town resident Rosie Cutshaw. The 10th annual parade will get underway at 2 pm March 12th rain or shine. You don’t have to be from Amsterdam to join the fun... everyone is encouraged to get your float together and come over a week from this Saturday.

Get Involved: Town-to-Village Community Water Well Project

 The key word in the Town-to-Village Community Water Well Project is community. Our community comes together to work, play, worship, socialize, and help one another. When we see a neighbor in need, our community takes action. This project is an opportunity to do the same on a global level. If we can provide clean water for even one village, our community can make an impact. We can give a better quality of life on a day-to-day basis to those whose community is in the same situation as it’s neighbors and without the resources needed to help themselves.

The goal is to raise at least $10,000 to send to Charity Water, a Better Business Bureau approved charity. They use 100% of money donated to the clean water projects. They do this by having all overhead costs (office, employees, etc,) paid for by philanthropists. After the project is complete, they send information, including pictures and GPS coordinates, of how and where the money was used. This information will be made public and a display donated to the Bates County museum.

In order for the community to feel ownership of the results, let’s all get involved. Different local organizations, schools, youth groups, and businesses could all help meet this goal. Three thousand five hundred dollars has already been raised while trying to get the information out to the community. Thank you to all who have helped and/or donated so far. Donations can be made anytime at Carpenter’s Cup or Community First Bank. 

If any group or organization would like to get involved or would like more information, call Debbie Norman at (660)200-5736. Your efforts will be appreciated and recognized in local media. Let’s do this thing! -courtesy Debbie Norman

What’s Up by LeRoy Cook

 Beware Of Thawing Tundra 

 With morning temperatures more ameliorable to starting engines, aviation activity picked up this week. As March arrives, we’re merely chilly during ramp duties, not frozen stiff. The landscape is no longer a white desert of snow cover.

The Fliars Club flyout last Saturday garnered a total of five hungry travelers in two planes, with perhaps a half-dozen breakfast seekers on the Paola parking apron. Kansas’ mask requirements have been relaxed, making eating out more sociable. Other traffic observed was a Cessna Skyhawk, a Piper Archer and a Cirrus SR-series. From the local hangars, Dennis Jacobs flew the Cessna Skyhawk, as did Jeff Tourtillot and Eric Eastland, Lance Dirks had a Cessna 150 up and Jeremie and Jim Platt flew the Grumman Tiger. Three instructors—Les Gorden, Eric Eastland and I---fought over the student training schedule.

Remembering the times 60 years ago, when Butler airport was paved with grass, this is the season when one has to approach landing on turf runways with caution. The frost is going out of the soil, so the top few inches can get spongy, turning hard dirt into sloppy mud. You don’t want to land on someone’s nice grass strip and leave it rutted up, particularly as you lock a wheel to turn around. Replace your divots, as we say on the golf course.

I recall one chilly spring day when I taxied the Cessna 150 down to the south end of our old runway and promptly buried a maingear tire when I tried to turn around to take off. I had to walk all the way back to the hangar to get some boards to shove under the wheel, so I could blast my way out of the hole. The young lady I was taking up for a ride was not impressed.

Proving once again that you can’t always depend on your airplane being ready to go, I opened the hangar Saturday to find a flat nose tire. Airing it up was fruitless; it sank back to a limp pile of rubber in a few minutes. There was nothing to be done but weight down the tail and disassemble the gear. Fortunately, we had a new tire and tube in inventory. Takeoff was delayed an hour or so, including washup time. 

For this week’s brain teaser, we wanted to know why American pilot licenses don’t carry a picture of the holder, like other civilized countries require. The FAA really doesn’t want to add a picture-taking burden, which would be kinda pointless since pilot licenses are issued for life; I sure don’t look like I did when my last update was done 40 years ago. So, the regulations say we have to carry some other photo ID, in addition to our license and medical, when flying. For next week, whose picture IS on all U.S. pilot certificates? Send your answers to kochhaus1@gmail.com

The Museum Minute: Dairy King rules the Butler strip

  Courtesy of the Bates County Museum 802 Elks Drive, Butler Mo 64730 (660) 679-0134

Herrman’s Historical Happenings week of March 2

1882 Theodore Joseph and Emil Buchner will soon open their cigar factory in Butler.

1922 Sauerkraut lovers gather at Lon Ray’s grocery store, just off the square in Butler for the opening a new barrel of the fermented cabbage.

1930 Marshall’s Cleaners have just installed a modern hat blocker and finishing machine. Butler.

1946 Mr & Mrs H.R. LeNeve, who recently bought the roller skating rink, on East Park Avenue in Rich Hill, opened tonight with a large crowd.

1965 “Hooray!” The Dairy King is opening again, west side of US 71 north of Kahn Chevrolet. Earnest & Fern Fains says “Try our Dari King punch”.

1972 Mrs Claude Barker announces she’ll be retiring at the end of the year. She as taught grades one thru eight. She also taught in Passaic. She and her husband moved to Butler in 1949.

1978 Charlie’s United Super market, southwest corner of the stoplight in Butler (Dollar Tree location) “round steak, 99 cents per pound, Zesta Crackers 2lb 99 cents.

1991  It takes workers about three hours to remove the stalled Cadillac of 72 year old Opal Cain of Adrian. Her car stalled on the railroad tracks south of Passaic. The car and driver were spotted by a sheriff’s deputy around 3:30 pm.

2000 Butler mailman Ron Nissen graduates from Park College with a BS in Social Psychology. He is a 1971 BHS graduate and air force veteran.

MoDOT News Release: Be Alert for Potholes and the Road Crews Fixing Them

Be Alert for Potholes and the Road Crews Fixing Them

Report pothole locations at www.modot.org

JEFFERSON CITY – Snow and ice brought their own unique challenges to driving during the month of February. As temperatures warm this week, the Missouri Department of Transportation is focusing on the potholes left in the road with all the fluctuating temperatures and precipitation.

“Crews have already started working on patching potholes and will continue as the weather allows,” said Natalie Roark, MoDOT maintenance director. “When you see a MoDOT crew making repairs, please slow down and move over a lane to give them room to work. And never drive distracted. Remember, Buckle Up Phone Down.”

In 2021, MoDOT patched approximately 530,000 potholes spending $18 million on pothole patching.

Potholes form when rain and snow from winter leave moisture that seeps into cracks and joints in the pavement and later freezes. This frozen water expands within the pavement causing it to bulge and bend. When the ice melts, gaps or voids are left in the surface and structure of the pavement. When cars and trucks drive over the bulging pavement, it weakens the roadway eventually causing chunks of pavement or asphalt to pop out, creating potholes.

The majority of pothole patching repairs are done from late February through the end of April. Short-term repairs are made using a cold asphalt mix with a priority to fill the deepest potholes first. The long-term fix, a hot asphalt mix, isn’t effective until temperatures remain warm for a prolonged period.

MoDOT maintains 34,000 miles of road, including interstates, U.S. and Missouri highways and lettered routes.

If you can't avoid a pothole, try to slow down before you hit it. Here are some other safety tips:

Don't brake directly over a pothole as this can cause more damage.
When driving over the pothole, hold the steering wheel firmly to avoid losing control.

Use caution when driving over a puddle of water because it might be a pothole in hiding.

Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Properly inflated tires hold up better against potholes than tires that have too much or too little air.

You can watch a video about potholes by clicking here.

Motorists can report the location of potholes on state-maintained roads using the following tools:

Call the 24/7 Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636). Use the Report a Road Concern form on the web at modot.org. Use a smart phone/tablet with a mobile friendly form at modot.org/roadconcern. Potholes on city streets or subdivisions should be reported to local city or county maintenance.

Butler Spring City Wide Garage Sale set for May 14th

 

Butler Chamber of Commerce Family Nerf War

 

Spring Adrian Optimist Gun and Knife Show

Make plans to attend the Spring Adrian Optimist Gun and Knife Show from March 11th through the 13th. Admission is $8.00 per day. Children under 12 years admitted free.

If you have any questions or concerns about this event you may contact Jim Binkley 816-213-7247.

Hours are as followed: Friday, March 11th 5 pm-9 pm, Saturday-8 am-6 pm, March 12th, and Sunday, March 13th from 9 until 3 pm.

Come out and enjoy this event at the Adrian Optimist Building located on the outer road south of the Adrian.

Butler Chamber of Commerce Cruise Night April 15th at Butler Sonic

 

Court-Mat Royalty crowned at Clinton High School

Congratulations to the Clinton High School students below who were crowned Court-Mat Royalty at last Friday night's game.

King-Noah Adams
Queen-Ellie Swaters
Prince-Richie Brown
Princess-Kennedy Cook

#CardinalPride

Nevada Police Department Incident Spotlight

Incident Spotlight - A busy weekend for our department!

An officer conducted a traffic stop and during his contact he discovered illegal drug paraphernalia.

During a midnight shift patrol, a proactive officer noticed suspicious activity occurring in a neighborhood. The officer was able to contact the individual and during his investigation he discovered multiple law violations. The subject was in possession of illegal narcotics and was in possession of a firearm.

K-9 Edo was deployed on a traffic stop over the weekend. Edo alerted on the vehicle in question. The investigating officer located illegal narcotics inside the vehicle. This is K-9 Edo’s second seizure in the last two weeks!

Officers responded to a disturbance involving a gun. During the investigation officers recovered the firearm involved.

Officers were able to locate four subjects with outstanding warrants over the weekend. They were all successfully taken into custody.
Great job to all these officers for looking beyond the stop and conducting through investigations!

Clinton School District is currently experiencing a Phone System Outage

The Clinton School District is currently experiencing a Phone System Outage. We will update this post when the situation has been resolved.

In the meantime, if you need to get a message to your child's school, please contact one of the secretaries at the emails below.

Clinton Early Childhood Center
klasswell@clintoncardinals.org
Henry Elementary School
rowells@clintoncardinals.org
ksmith@clintoncardinals.org
Clinton Intermediate School
lawatson@clintoncardinals.org
sstephenson@clintoncardinals.org
Clinton Middle School
sharrelson@clintoncardinals.org
Clinton High School
kgreer@clintoncardinals.org
jmitchell@clintoncardinals.org
sheistand@clintoncardinals.org
Clinton Technical School
bdickey@clintoncardinals.org
prjones@clintoncardinals.org

Clinton Early Childhood Center Henry Elementary School Clinton Intermediate School Clinton Middle School Clinton High School Clinton Technical School

#CardinalPride

NEWS RELEASE: Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 7 – 11

Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 7 – 11

Missourians are reminded to prepare and plan for severe weather and participate in Statewide Tornado Drill on Tuesday, March 8

 

JEFFERSON CITY – On Dec. 10, 2021, severe storms and six confirmed tornadoes in Missouri killed two people and destroyed or damaged hundreds of homes and buildings, as well as 20 large transmission towers and lines that move power between Missouri and Arkansas. The storm system serves as another reminder that deadly tornadoes can strike any time of year.

To prepare, from March 7 to 11, the National Weather Service, State Emergency Management Agency and local emergency managers encourage Missourians to learn more about severe weather and how to protect themselves during Missouri Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Missouri’s annual Statewide Tornado Drill will also be held on Tuesday, March 8 at 10 a.m. (Some Missouri communities may choose to conduct the drill on a different day due to conflicting local events.)

 

“Although many Missourians associate severe weather with the spring and summer months, there is no tornado season,” State Emergency Management Agency Director Jim Remillard said. “Dangerous and sometimes deadly tornadoes, thunderstorms and flooding can happen year-round. That’s why it’s incredibly important to have an emergency plan in place and talk to your family about when to take action before severe weather strikes your area.”

 

At 10:00 a.m. on the day of the tornado drill, NOAA Weather Radios set to receive the Routine Weekly Tests (RWTs) will alert listeners that the tornado drill has begun. Outdoor warning sirens will also sound across participating Missouri communities. At that time, participants should practice taking cover in their designated shelter.

 

Schools, businesses and families are all encouraged to participate in the statewide tornado drill. Educators are encouraged to use the tornado drill as an opportunity to include tornado facts, meteorological information and safety tips into their lesson plans.

 

NWS provides safety tips and educational information about tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, lightning and the importance of NOAA Weather Radios on its Severe Weather Awareness Week page: https://www.weather.gov/lsx/severeweek Each day during the week focuses on a different safety message:

• Monday, March 1 – Receive Weather Information Day
• Tuesday, March 2 – Tornado Safety Day
• Wednesday, March 3 – Lightning Safety Day
• Thursday, March 4 – Hail/Wind Safety Day
• Friday, March 5 – Flood Safety Day

 

Remember:

• Follow local forecasts anytime severe weather is anticipated. Have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, in case one fails or if severe weather strikes overnight.
• Create a family emergency plan to stay safe, and remember to include all pets when building an emergency kit and stocking up on supplies. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is also important to know how to contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find.
• A tornado watch means tornadoes are possible in the area. Therefore, it’s important to be ready to act quickly if it becomes necessary. A tornado warning means seek shelter immediately because a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar causing imminent danger to life and property.
• The safest shelter location for tornadoes is generally an interior room without windows on the lowest floor of sturdy structure, preferably in the basement. Do not seek shelter in a cafeteria, gymnasium or other large open room because the roof might collapse. Immediately leave a mobile home to seek shelter in a nearby building and never seek shelter under an overpass – the dangerous wind tunnel effect combined with flying debris can be deadly.
• If you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike you. Leave elevated areas and avoid isolated trees. Seek shelter immediately in an enclosed building or vehicle.
• The safest place to be when there is high winds or hail is indoors. Avoid driving to prevent injuries or vehicle damage. Consider all downed power lines as live.
• Never drive into standing water, even if it appears shallow. As little as six inches of fast-moving water can cause a car to lose control or float. Rapidly rising water may engulf the vehicle and sweep it away. Murky water can hide hazards including dangerous debris and road damage.

More information can be found on Missouri's Stormaware.mo.gov website, which includes detailed videos about how to take shelter from tornadoes in specific locations, how to avoid flash flooding dangers and useful information about tornado sirens and weather alert radios. Missourians are also encouraged to utilize Missouri’s Ready in 3 Program to create a plan, prepare a kit, and listen for information regarding severe weather emergencies: https://health.mo.gov/emergencies/readyin3/

St. Patrick Catholic Church of Butler Lenten Fish Fries

 

Obituary - Ruby Evelyn Neely

Ruby Evelyn Neely age 84, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away peacefully on February 19, 2022. She was a resident of Kingswood Senior Living the final weeks of her life.

Ruby was born in Nevada, Missouri on June 11, 1937 to McKinley and Ethel (Messick) Neely. The family moved to Kansas City when Ruby was ten years old, where her father was a railroad employee. 

Ruby spent most of her life in Kansas City except for a seven year period when she lived in Washington state to be near her brother Forrest in the 1990’s. She was a telephone operator for AT&T for 30 years, retiring in 1986. Ruby was a Baptist.

She is survived by a niece, Linda Murphy of Washington state, two grandnephews, and a grandniece. Ruby was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Forest Neely (Clair), her sister Melba Neely, and her brother C. Paul Neely.

She was interred in Deepwood Cemetery in Nevada, Missouri on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. Ferry Funeral Home of Nevada was in charge of arrangements.

Warming Trend Continues Through Midweek

Average early March high temperature: 45°-50°
Forecast highs through Wednesday: 60s and 70s
And it isn't even technically Spring yet.

Obituary - Nikki Van Trump

Samantha Nicole “Nikki” Van Trump, 25, of Lee’s Summit, was born, February 7, 1997, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Ray J. and Maria (Cervantes) Van Trump. She unexpectedly departed this life, Sunday, February 20, 2022, at her home.

Nikki was a 2015 Lee’s Summit North High School graduate. She went on to college graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg.

Nikki was employed as a manager for the B&B Theatres for five years until being Promoted to the Front of the House Manager at B&B’s new Johnny’s Restaurant on Mainstreet. She enjoyed reading, working in the theatre/acting world, and adored animals especially her cat “Tipper”. She loved her job, her coworkers, and clients, but above all else truly loved her family. She never missed the opportunity to let the people in her life know how much she cared for them. She was full of life and lit up the room with her contagious laughter, bright smile, and warm heart. She made the best of every situation and always helped others see the good side of daunting tasks.

To know Nikki was to love her. Nikki was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, George and Shirley Van Trump; paternal grandfather, Ernesto Cervantes; her paternal uncle Tony Van Trump; and her paternal aunt Terri Johnson.

She is survived by her parents; Ray and Maria Van Trump of Odessa; two sisters, Mireyea (and Daniel Melchioris) Van Trump of Odessa and Courtney (and Richard Lawson) Van Trump of Lone Jack; two nephews Paxton Lawson and Easton Lawson; her maternal grandmother, Glafira Cervantes of Los Angeles, California; other relatives and a host of many friends.

All services will be held at the at the St. Bridget Catholic Church, 2103 Lexington Rd., Pleasant Hill, Missouri 64080

Visitation will be held 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2022, at the church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 4, 2022, at the church. Reverend Curt Vogel will officiate. Interment will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Casket bearers are Daniel Melchioris, Richard Lawson, Richard Van Trump, Brad Machin, Jordan Cameron, and Ryan Johnson.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the family and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Adrian Optimist Club Blood Drive

 Blood mobile will be in Adrian Tuesday, March 1st.

Obituary - Nancy Jan (Mingel) Williams

Nancy Jan Williams, age 86, La Cygne, Kansas passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. She was born on

August 17, 1935 in Marshalltown, Iowa the daughter of George Emmon and Viola Ann Evans Mingel. She was a graduate at Parsons High School. 

She was united in marriage to Gerald “Skip” Williams on April 7, 1966. Nancy enjoyed gardening, arts and crafts, and baking. She was an accomplished home decorator.

She had many opportunities to decorate her home, as she had a garage sale about every two years, so she could redecorate much to Skip’s dismay. Nancy also enjoyed taking the kids to Chicken Annie’s, watching their ball games and telling them stories.

She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by two sons, Tony Williams and Todd Williams and wife Tracy, two sisters, Dixie Aldridge and Mary Lou Kounter, five grandchildren, Rocky, Kelly, Dane, Jena and Payton, and two great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be 2 pm Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, La Cygne Chapel. 

Burial in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1 pm to service time at the Chapel. Online condolences can be left at
www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Warmer weather the next few days

It's not our place to stir up beef, but that gopher told everyone there would be a longer winter, and... well, we will just put this right here.

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Someone knows something!

Missing Date: February 27, 1991

Cheryl Kenney was last seen at work at a convenience store on business 71 Highway in Nevada, Missouri, on the evening of February 27, 1991. Her time card showed she clocked out at 10:00, but she did not arrive home. Her car was left in the store parking lot. Cheryl has a unique tooth pattern.

 
If you have any information, please contact the Nevada Missouri Police Department 417.448.2710, or, contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol Missing Persons Clearinghouse at 800.877.3452, or 911

NamUs: https://www.namus.gov/MissingPersons/Case#/4000

Rich Hill Tigers Class 1 District 6 Champions

Congratulations to the Rich Hill Tigers on winning the Class 1 District 6 Boys Basketball Championship tonight over the Hume Hornets tonight in Hume! 

Way to play hard and good job Tigers: 

Obituary - Vickie Jean Schomber

Vickie Jean Schomber, 63, Pleasant Hill, Missouri passed peacefully with her daughter and mother by her side on Friday, February 25, 2021 at the Pleasant Hill Health and Rehab.

Cremation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date in Ashville, North Carolina.

A complete obituary and service time will be posted when it becomes available.

Butler Bears fall short in the Class 3 District 13 Championship game

The Butler Bears fell short 33-30 to the El Dorado Springs Bulldogs in the Class 3 District 13 Championship on Saturday night in Butler. 

This was the third time in 3 weeks the bears have had to play this scrappy bulldog team from El Dorado Springs.

El Dorado was lead in scoring by Landon Murry 9, Joe Gordon 7, Kaden Burley 6, Kade Fast 5, Kuliath Kephart 4.

Butler was led in scoring by Jagur Eidson 18, Bryce Triebel 7, Dylan Davidson 2, Matthew Zent 2, Carter Trumbore 1.

Butler will lose 3 seniors this year Jagur Eidson, Brice Triebel and Matthew Zent. Thank you for all your contributions and best of luck in the future seniors. 

Pictured from left to right: #15 Hunter Kelso, #5 Maddox Fennewald, #4 Carter Trumbore, #23 Matthew Zent, #12 Jagur Eidson, #30 Brice Triebel, #3 Dillon Davidson and #1 Logan Doll. 

Congratulations on a great season and a 2nd place finish in districts. #ButlerBearsBasketball #BHS 

Drexel Lady Bobcats Class 1 District 6 Basketball Champions

Well, if you haven’t heard your Drexel Lady Cats are Class 1 District 6 high school basketball Champions! 

They beat the Rich Hill Lady Tigers 56-55 in overtime for the victory. Congratulations ladies and coaches! 

Photo Credit: Amy Mayabb

From the desk of Benton County Sheriff Eric Knox

I feel it is my duty and obligation to keep you informed when it comes to your Benton County Sheriff’s Office. It is important to me to always be transparent and honest with you at all times, sharing the good and the bad. The need for and the importance of integrity is paramount, with that in mind, I write to you with a heavy heart.

I was shocked to my core as I received a call from the Division of Drug and Crime Control, Missouri State Highway Patrol’s investigative unit, at approximately 8:40 AM Friday, February 25th 2022 informing me that my jail administrator, Nick Murphy 42, of rural Warsaw was picked up at his residence and transported to a neighboring county where he was placed on a 24-hour investigative hold pending formal charges.

At approximately 5:30 PM the same day a special prosecutor from Platte County brought charges against Murphy for statutory rape or attempted statutory rape-1st degree with a person less than 14 years of age and two counts of statutory sodomy or attempted statutory sodomy-deviate sex with a person less than 14 years of age. These charges carry the “unclassified” classification meaning that it is up to the judicial process to determine the punishment rather than a predetermined classification such as an A, B or C class felony, if Murphy should be found guilty. Murphy is being held in the Pettis County Jail with no bond at this time.

My office and the office of prosecutor of Benton County will have no involvement in this case to ensure a fair and unbiased process as Murphy’s case moves forward. Murphy has been placed on administrative unpaid leave until further notice. I want to remind you, that all individuals charged by law enforcement are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Any questions or concerns should be directed to the Public Information’s Officer with Troop A Headquarters in Lee’s Summit 816-622-0800.

From the desk of Benton County Sheriff Eric Knox