Miami County Sheriff's Office assists in police pursuit

Tonight Miami County Sheriff's Deputies were called to assist the Anderson County Sheriffs Office with an incident involving a vehicle traveling on 169 Highway.

The vehicle was observed on 169 Highway where it was stopped in the area of 343rd street. An occupant fled from the vehicle and was picked up in the immediate area by another vehicle which then fled.

Paola Police Department located the vehicle and began pursuing it until Deputies were able to assist.

Deputies continues to pursue the vehicle into Johnson County where a tire deflation device was used to disable the vehicle. One person was taken into custody.

This continues to be a multi-jurisdictional investigation with Anderson, Miami and Johnson counties. The Paola Police Department, Osawatomie Police Department and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks assisted with the incident.

Vehicle rolls over and kills Windsor man

On April 30th around 10:02 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Johnson County along with Johnson County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a fatal accident at an address of 1262 Highway WW in rural Johnson County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when 76 year old Robert W. Johnson of Windsor, Missouri exited the his vehicle and fell, at which time the vehicle ran over Mr. Johnson.

Robert W. Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene of this accident at 10:53 a.m. and his body was transported to Hadley Funeral Home in Windsor.

View crash report:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=220216236

Deceased male found in Adrian

On April 29, 2022 at approximately 1330hrs I responded to the 300 block of east 8th Street in city of Adrian at the request of Adrian Police. 

A male had been found deceased in his residence by a friend. Death is due to natural causes.

 
Thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.

Greg D. Mullinax
Bates County Coroner

49 Functional Fitness LLC grand opening happening now

Swing by 209 N. Orange Street in Butler today for 49 Functional Fitness LLC grand opening! 

Fast Lane Food has their taco trailer set up too so come grab some food and check out the gym!

Loretta Elliott is also giving free 10 minute massages today.

Update from Osage Valley Electric Cooperative 11:15 a.m.

11:15a.m.: Osage Valley Electric Cooperative Crews continue to work an outage affecting members in the Peculiar area where a vehicle struck a pole.

The crews are now able to access the area and will begin replacing the pole. Restoration could take a few more hours.

We appreciate your patience as crews work to make these repairs.

Two vehicle accident in Cass County

On April 29th around 1:46 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a two vehicle accident on Route D at 195th Road in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 1993 Honda Accord driven by 57 year old Katherine A. McCollom of Paola, Kansas made a left turn and traveled into the path and was struck by the 2017 Chevrolet Suburban driven by 39 year old Amy E. Threlkeld of Bucyrus, Kansas.

Katherine A. McCollom sustained serious injuries in this accident and she was transported by ambulance to Research Medical Center in Kansas City for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=220214421

Cattlemen set up today in Adrian

Bates County Cattlemen's is set up today in Adrian at JJ's Tire Shop come by for either a burger, smoked beef or RIBEYE. Menu below!!!

Here until we are sold out! 

United Methodist Church of Pleasanton Chicken Noodle Dinner

 

Storm report from Evergy

Storms throughout our service area last night caused more than 30,000 customers to lose power with parts of Butler County, Kan. most impacted. A huge thank you to our Evergy crews 💙💚, which made great progress over night, restoring power for more than 85 percent of impacted customers.

We currently have about 1250 customers without power in Butler County (down from 9,000 last night) and continue to make progress. With just a few hours of daylight for our crews to work with, we do not have an estimate for restoration for outages in the Kansas City or Wichita areas and ask for your patience as our crews work safely to restore power to the remaining customers. You can follow our progress at https://outagemap.evergy.com.

As a reminder, watch for downed power lines. Tree limbs that are near power lines may come into contact with power lines if you’re trying to move or remove them. Please assume anything is still energized and maintain a safe distance. 💙💚

Courtesy of Evergy Facebook Page 

Nevada Speedway is canceled for tonight April 30th

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Nevada Speedway is canceled for tonight April 30th due to the heavy rainfall last night and strong winds causing some damage here to the facility.

Hopefully mother nature gets her act together and we can get our MWRA event in next weekend.

BCMH gets new UTV

Each year, the Bates County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary donates a portion of their fundraising and gift shop proceeds to purchase needed equipment at BCMH. 

One of the projects they wished to support was a new UTV for Operations Management, which has already proved to be pretty handy in the maintenance of our buildings and grounds. 

Thank you, Auxiliary!

#hospitalauxiliary #hospitalvolunteers #thankyou

Accident on BB Highway east of Passaic

The Butler Fire Department along with Adrian Fire Department, Bates County Sheriff's Deputies and Missouri State Highway Patrol Troopers are on scene of a semi truck that is on its side just north of the intersection of BB and D Highway around 12 miles east of Passaic at this time.

Please use caution if you must travel in this area. The driver wasn't injured in this accident and we will update at a later time.

Nevada License Office without Internet at this time

Due to the storms last night our internet and phones are out! 

We have contacted the internet provider and they have to send a tech out so at this point it’s a waiting game on the tech. If a tech can’t be there by 9:30 we will close the office for today.

We are terrible sorry for any inconvenience this may cause! We will update on this post with any updates!

Osage Valley Electric Cooperative Crews working to restore power

Osage Valley Electric Cooperative Crews have been working through the night to restore power to several outages caused by last night’s storm.

They are currently working on repairs of an issue affecting members in eastern Henry County along with a few individual outages across the service territory.

If you are without power please call 660-679-3131 or use the SmartHub app to report your outage. Please do not report outages on Facebook or Messenger.

Kickin' Chicken Fundraiser at the Butler Senior Center

 

Obituary - Ian Craig Ginther

Ian Craig Ginther, age 36, Blue Mound, Kansas passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 6 pm Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel.

Celebration of Life will be held at 6pm after the visitation. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

A full obituary will be published when its made available.

Obituary - Ronnie Loren Legendre

Ronnie ("Ron") Loren Legendre, 79, of Clinton, MO, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at Clinton Health Care in Clinton, MO. Memorial services with military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO with visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Hospice Services, 725 E Ohio Street, Clinton, MO 64735 or to The Salvation Army - Kansas & Western MO Division, P.O. Box 414077, Kansas City, MO 64141.

Ron was born September 8, 1942, the son of the late John Blanchett Legendre and Mary Elizabeth Friesz of Kansas City, MO. In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by siblings John William Legendre, Michael Jolliffe, Johnny Legendre, Dean Legendre, Sharon Miller, Linda Davis, Jimmy McCullough, and David Jolliffe, and his grandson Isaac Porter.

Ron graduated from Raymore-Peculiar High School in 1960 and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp. during the Vietnam War era. Following his time in the service, he worked as an Ironworker in downtown Kansas City and in construction and carpentry. He obtained his Associates Degree from the Metropolitan Community College. His amazing mathematical mind and hard work ethic brought him success in many ways. He was a Master Builder and Craftsman. He designed and created the blue prints for eight homes that he built. Ron was a recruiter for the Army National Guard and was a Machinery Maintenance Worker retiring from the U.S. Postal Service in 2005.

In 1963, Ron married his beloved wife, Beverly ("Bev") Sharon Carney in Peculiar, and they shared 58 wonderful years of marriage. Their relationship was a true testament of love and commitment. Together they raised three daughters in Raymore, Peculiar and Harrisonville, retiring to Warsaw and Clinton. Ron built the family home in Peculiar that still holds precious memories as Timber Lodge Farm.

Ron had tremendous faith and was known for his very moving and powerful words at Thanksgiving dinners and in general conversations about life. Ron was an amazing Dad to his girls and fiercely loved and protected them. They were the light of his life and he had a very special relationship with each of them.

Ron enjoyed scrimshawing, carpentry work, reading about and collecting guns, and watching his grandkids play sports. He was a life-long learner and enjoyed designing and working on many projects. He loved the outdoors and watching wildlife out their windows. He especially loved spending time with his wife and family.

He will be deeply missed by so many.

Ron is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Bev Legendre, of Clinton, MO; three daughters, Brenda (Gerard) Porter of Warsaw, MO, Becky (Don) Pflumm of Overland Park, KS, and Amy (John) Crowley of Harrisonville, MO; 13 grandchildren, Mikaela, Kassidy, Grady, Whitney, Allison, Camille, Jillian, Brielle, Ellaina, Keith, Karlie, Jackson and Carson, and 9 great-grandchildren, Eva, Walter, George, Rosalene, Waylon, Ophelia, Frederick, Evelyn and Avery. He is also survived by his, brother, Victor (Pat) Legendre, Raytown, MO; sisters, Elaine (Harold) Yungeberg, Shawnee, KS, Suzanne Hendrickson, Kansas City, MO, and Sharon Houchen, Kansas City, MO; siblings, Kenny Jolliffe, Kansas City and Belva (Dennis) Geising, Lee's Summit, as well as several nephews and nieces.

Cass County Sheriff’s Rodeo Planned for October

Cass Co. - The Cass County Sheriff’s Office Auxiliary is excited to host the Cass County Sheriff’s Rodeo this October 7 and 8th at the Harrisonville North Park Rodeo Grounds. 

The goal of the CCSO Auxiliary is to provide a premiere benefit rodeo that will support our commitment to public safety and children through the efforts of the Sheriffʼs Auxiliary. 

Through our concerted efforts, we will provide a memorable experience for the community and its participants. The event brings a better understanding of the relationship between Law Enforcement and the public.

"The Sheriff's Auxiliary is delighted to bring back this fun and family friendly Rodeo to the area. Our goal is to assist the Sheriff's office in helping keep the residents of Cass County safe” said Auxiliary President Darren Rew.

Proceeds benefit the Sheriff’s Auxiliary, a volunteer 501(c)(3) public service organization. The CCSO Auxiliary provides support to the community through children programs and specialized team assistance. The Auxiliary has funded more than $50,000 for D.A.R.E., Tan Santa, Law Enforcement Wellness, Benevolence Fund, Family Support, K9, and UAV programs.

“We are excited to be part of this family friendly event. The Auxiliary is a key part of our office and the programs funded from the proceeds are essential to support the men and women who provide quality public safety to the County.” Sheriff Jeff Weber

The C.R. McKellips Rodeo Co. will provide a Friday and Saturday night performance sanctioned by the United Rodeo Association and Missouri Rodeo Cowboys Association.

For more information or questions about sponsorship email rodeo@cassmosheriff.org

Yet another Friday police chase ends in Cass County

For the second Friday in a row, deputies with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office were called to assist deputies with the Miami County Kansas Sheriff’s Office pursuing a vehicle that crossed into Missouri around 11:50am.

Deputies continued pursuing the vehicle North on D Highway where other Cass County deputies successfully deployed a tire deflation device. A male driver was taken into custody a short time later. There were no other occupants in the vehicle.

 
The driver was transported to an area hospital for treatment before being transferred to the Cass County Jail. The Cass County and Miami County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the incident.

Struggling with a clear direction in life?

 

Call Lisa 660-200-5193

Happy Retirement Helga!

Today we wished Helga Dunn good luck with her retirement and wished her well in her new adventures. Helga began her career with the Benton County Sheriff’s Office in 2010. 

We were lucky to have her spend her last few years before retiring, working with us. Best wishes and congratulations Helga!

#protectbenco #communityfirst

Tonight's Severe Weather Outlook

An additional round of strong to severe storms are possible tonight, with damaging winds and large hail being the primary threats. Be sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings before you go to bed.

State Farm Student Athlete of the week

Today we went to Adrian to award Senior Colton Bass with this week’s State Farm Student athlete of the week. Colton was nominated by his Coach Jacob Weeks after his performance last week going 6 for 8 with a double, 4 RBI’s, 4 runs scored, 2 SB’s and one of those hits being a walkoff 2 run homerun vs Butler at the bottom of the 7th. Clinching the win in a big district and rivalry game. Colton plans on attending Missouri Southern in Joplin in the fall to play football and major in accounting.

When we asked Colton what he has learned from playing sports that he can apply later in life he said “leadership skills and being able to work with other people.” He says “to become an elite athlete it takes dedication and the right mindset.

You have to go in every day and give it your all to get better.” Colton said one of his favorite memories from sports in high school is the big hit against Butler at the bottom of the 7th.

We are so happy to award Colton this week and wish him and the Adrian Blackhawks the best of luck as they play in post season games.

Pictured: Kellie Davidson State Farm and Colton Bass, son of Jennifer Cates and Terry Bass

Obituary - Patricia Ann Davis

Patricia Ann Davis, 82, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at her home in Nevada, MO. Patricia was born July 29, 1939 to Pauline and Ollie Burns in Monticello, Arkansas.

Patricia was raised in New Orleans, Louisiana where she later married Jack A. Craven June 8, 1961. Together the couple had three children Ronnie, Vicki, and Richard. 

Later in life she met Francis J. Davis and the couple was married in August of 1981. Francis preceded her in death in October 2008. Patricia was a homemaker who enjoyed doing arts and crafts, cooking, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include daughter, Vicki Keys (Paul) Nevada, MO; Son Richard Craven (Kristen) Baton Rouge, Louisiana; 4 grandchildren, Dustin Keys (Staci) Nevada, MO; Richele Craven Virgina, Chase Craven Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Victoria Forester (Jonathan) Nevada, MO; 4 great-grandchildren, Reese Keys, Hadley Keys, Tripp Forester, and Wrenn Forester.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Francis J. Davis, and son, Ronnie Herkender.

There will be a private family gathering.

Happy Retirement Tammy!

 

Tonight's severe weather outlook

Scattered thunderstorms are possible this morning, but are not expected to be severe. 

Stronger storms are possible tonight, with damaging winds and large hail being the primary threats, though a brief tornado and localized flooding can't be ruled out. 

Be sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings before you go to bed.

Sad news to share from the Benton County Sheriff's Office

At approximately 8:06 PM tonight, Thursday, April 28th, Benton County Central Dispatch was notified of an un-responsive male in the parking lot of our Warsaw Walmart. I am sad to report it was our own Cpl. David Jones of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, the caller was his wife.

Dave, a resident of Warsaw, drove the short distance from his residence to Walmart but did not return home. After over an hour and a half passing, Mrs. Jones went to look for Dave and found him in his vehicle, he never made it into the store. No foul play was involved, his passing was of natural causes.

Cpl. Jones at age 65, with a birthday coming next month, had over 40 years in law enforcement with 17 of those years as Warsaw’s Chief of Police. Dave loved his work, his community and his brothers and sisters in law enforcement and his family. Law enforcement was his life, he will be missed beyond words.

If you would like to help Dave’s family in their time of need, please feel free to visit the Friends of the Benton County Sheriff’s Office website (friendsbcso.org) and hit the donate button or send your donation to 27214 OO Hwy Warsaw, MO 65355.

Obituary - Mark Paul Koca

Mark Paul Koca, age 59, passed away April 25, 2022. He was a member of First Christian Church in El Dorado Springs and was baptized on April 24, 1977.

Mark was born to Paul and Ruth Koca in El Dorado Springs, MO and raised on the family farm. After graduating from El Dorado Springs High School, he attended CMSU in Warrensburg, MO, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in technology education with a minor in manufacturing and construction.

He began teaching industrial technology in 1985, teaching for 21 years. He taught in several districts before returning home, teaching middle school and high school students in El Dorado Springs. During that time, he earned his Masters degree in Education Administration from William Woods University. He was honored to receive the International Technology Educators Association Teacher of the Year award in 2004, traveling to New Mexico to accept it.

In 2006 he accepted the position of high school principal at Humansville public schools, and a year later stepped into the superintendent position there. He earned his Education Specialist degree from William Woods University during this time.

In 2011 he was honored to again return to El Dorado Springs public schools, this time as superintendent. During his nine years in this position, he took pride in the many improvements made to the building and grounds. He was surprised and honored to receive the Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020. Mark retired July 1, 2020 after 35 years in public education.

Mark met the love of his life, Jennifer Knight at a church Christmas program in 1978. They were married soon after he graduated high school in May of 1981 and were blessed with two children. Mark wore many hats: husband, father, grandpa, teacher, administrator, farmer, builder, craftsman, musician, friend, and more. Of these, the first three were his favorite. He was a lifelong learner and born teacher; his love of education was evident in all he did. He was the rock of his family, the go-to guy. The first person called with questions on how to do something, or, more often, how to fix something. Many people have said he was the smartest person they knew, but also humble, approachable and entertaining. He truly loved learning new things, and was blessed with the ability to retain what he learned.

As you might expect, having been raised by a farmer and music teacher, he loved both of those activities. His favorite places were outside (unless it was cold) and his work shop. He had a deep love and appreciation for music and enjoyed playing trumpet throughout school and for many years in the El Dorado Springs Municipal Band.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Ruth Koca.

Surviving is his wife Jennifer of the home, daughter Tegan (Josh) Rand of Mt. Vernon, MO, son Alan (Megan) Koca of El Dorado Springs, grandchildren Harrison, Elli and Asa Rand and Lincoln and Landry Koca, sister Jana (Paul) Robinson of Andover Kansas. He is also survived by brothers and sisters- in- law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation:
Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm

Visitation Location:
Bland-Hackleman Funeral Home

Service:
Date: Sunday, May 1, 2022
Time: 2:00 p.m.

Service Location:
El Dorado Springs High School

Interment:
Virgil City Cemetery

Structure Fire in Nevada

On April 28th around 7:43 a.m. the Nevada Fire Department responded to a report of possible smoke coming from a roof of a house located at 714 South Spring Street in Nevada.

When crews arrived on scene they found smoke coming from the roof and the attic vents. Crews were able to gain entry and get the owner's car out of the garage.

Access was found to the attic and the fire was extinguished. Cause of the fire was found to be an electrical short in the wiring of the home. No injuries were reported; no one was home at the time of the fire.

Harrisonville Police seeking public assistance

Please Help Identify:

On 4/26/2022, around 6 p.m. (1800 hours), the male subject in the photographs left some property at Harrisonville Casey's (1801 N Commercial St.).

The subject’s vehicle was described as an older black SUV or minivan. We would like your help identifying the subject and a way to contact him.

If you know who the subject is or how to contact him, please contact Detective Hunziker at 816-380-8950. Thank you.

Obituary - David W. Hutcherson

David W. Hutcherson, 87, of Calhoun, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at his home. He was born February 19, 1935 in Clinton, Mo., the son of Luther Wyatt Hutcherson and Mary Ethel (Wiley) Hutcherson.

He married Mary Helen Peelor on October 26, 1958 in Clinton, Mo. She preceded him in death on November 7, 2001. David was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of the Clinton United Methodist Church, singing in the church choir, a member of the Clinton Elk’s Lodge #1034, Sedalia Moose Lodge, Windsor American Legion, and the “birthday club”. He enjoyed attending high school sporting events, especially when his grandkids were participants. He was a true Royals and Chiefs fan but also enjoyed his Mizzou football and basketball. Surviving are one son, Bob Hutcherson (Susan), Clinton, Mo.; one daughter, Elizabeth Maurin (John), Kansas City North, Mo.; six grandsons, Scott Hutcherson (Brittany), Clinton, Mo., Cody Hutcherson (Hannah), Austin, Texas, Douglas Hutcherson (Colleen), Columbia, Mo., Matthew Maurin, Kansas City North, Mo., Andrew Maurin (Sara), Liberty, Mo., and Steven Maurin (Brittany), Kansas City North, Mo.; eight great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Whitley, Wylie, Leah, Hunter, Benjamin, Rose and Shyanne, and one on the way, Jackson David; and numerous extended family and friends. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2022 at the Clinton United Methodist Church. Pastor Monty Stratton will officiate. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., just prior to the funeral service. Interment will be in the Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, Mo. Friends may call Friday from noon to 8:00 p.m. at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Clinton United Methodist Church, and these donations may be left in care of the funeral home.

Obituary - Glenda Kay Lewis

Glenda Kay Lewis, 81, of Clinton, Missouri passed away Tuesday afternoon, April 26, 2022 at the Truman Lake Manor in Lowry City, Mo. She was born November 1, 1940 in Jefferson City, Indiana, the daughter of George Johnson and Catherine (Swearingen) Johnson.

She married Carl Lee Lewis in Sand Springs, Oklahoma on March 23, 1963, after dating only three months. He survives of the home. Glenda took great pride in being a stay at home mom and taking care of her family. She enjoyed painting and reading when time allowed. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Glenis Syler, Tulsa, Ok., and Cristie Lewis, Kansas City, Kansas; six grandchildren, Carl Kline, Anthony Galvan, Bobby Galvan, Brian Galvan, Christopher Syler and Alexandra Wilson; thirteen great-grandchildren, Alexis Kline, Savannah Kline, Javan Galvan, Piper Kline, Urijah Kline, Micah Galvan, Elijah Galvan, Jaelyn Wilson, Jethro Galvan, Maddux Galvan, Conner Wilson, Elana Galvan and Lincoln Kline. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Velda Johnson and Lana Baker. Memorial services will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

Stolen truck in Appleton City

On Thursday, April 21, 2022 the St. Clair County Sheriffs Office responded to a call for service in regards to a truck being stolen at Casey's General Store in Appleton City. 

Upon making contact with the victims, deputies took a report of the incident, looked for evidence, and searched the area for the stolen vehicle.

Deputies were unable to locate the vehicle and contact neighboring counties to give them a description of the vehicle. 

The victim stated that the truck was a copper in color Ford F-250, with V-10 Triton written on the side, with a dent on the passenger side, and a few scratches from a hay rack on a tailgate.

Have you seen this runaway juvenile from Nevada?

If anyone knows any information about the location of Garrett Rogers, please contact the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office at 417-667-6042 or 417-283-4400.

Several rounds of storms today thru Tuesday

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected through the day today, tonight and into tomorrow. It will not be a washout and these storms will not be severe.

The best chance for severe storms will come tomorrow night (after 9PM). All modes of severe weather will be possible with this round of storms, including: large hail, damaging winds and even a couple tornadoes possible.

Additional rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected late this weekend into early next week with rain totals between 1.5 to locally 4 inches expected. This may lead to localized flooding.

Louisburg Kansas Police Department seeking public assistance

On Wednesday 4/27/2022 Louisburg Kansas Police took a report for a stolen auto, where a homeowners white Chevy Trailblazer was stolen from their driveway in the 1200 block of Starbrooke Drive. 

The vehicle was taken around 6:30 AM this morning, which was verified by the use of a GPS device that was in the vehicle at the time of the theft.

The car was later recovered in Grandview Missouri and it appeared that the car was involved in an accident at some point, as it was now damaged and no longer drivable and had to be towed away.

The Police are asking for the public's assistance in this investigation to work on identifying the person(s) who might have been responsible for this act.

If anyone from the Starbrooke Housing Division can recall any suspicious subjects or vehicles in the neighborhood, especially in the vicinity of S. 6th Street East and Starbrooke around 5:30 - 6:30 AM, it would be helpful if you could reach out to our agency.

If you happen to have any security video or doorbell camera recordings of the perpetrator, please get a copy of the images to us as well.

Please remember to park you vehicles in well-lit areas, remove any valuables and remember to roll up you windows and lock the vehicle doors before turning in for the day.

Unfortunately there are a few who feel the need to take property from others, and any assistance given in this investigation will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, and be safe!

Henry County Sheriff's Office K-9s get new donation of body armor

Henry County Sheriff’s Office K9s Bucky and Elinor will receive bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Bucky’s vest will be embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Marie Jennings”.

K9 Elinor’s vest will be embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and sacrificed”. Delivery is expected within eight to ten weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States.

This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and NIJ certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 4,601 vests to K9s in all 50 states at a value of $6.9 million, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $960 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1,744-$2,283, weighs an average of 4-5 lb., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

USAC Racing Midwest Wingless Racing Association at Nevada Speedway May 7th

The USAC Racing Midwest Wingless Racing Association start their touring series off at the bullring of Nevada Speedway on Saturday May 7th! You won't want to miss these bad fast wingless sprint cars!
Main Event pays $1,000 to win - $175 to start!

Four of our weekly classes will be support classes for weekly pay and track points!

Times:
Gates open at 4:30pm
Driver Pill Draw Ends at 6:30pm
Pit Meeting at 6:45pm
Hot Laps at 7:00pm
Racing at 7:30pm

Classes:
Mini Stocks
Bedwell Trucking Pure Stocks
Gabriel Roofing Midwest Mods
H3 Grafix B-Mods
MWRA

General Admission:
Adults (age 13-up) $15
Kids (age 6-12) $5
Kids (age 0-5) Free

Pit Passes:
Drivers & Adults $35
Kids (age 6-12) $15
Kids (age 0-5) Free

Make plans now to be here on Saturday May 7th for a great night of racing!

Nevada Speedway
17623 S. 1700 Rd
Nevada MO 64772

Obituary - Robert James Baer

Robert James Baer 33 of Harwood, MO passed away Sunday April 24th, 2022, in Alexander, ND. Robby was born August 19th, 1988, in Springfield, MO to Robert C. Baer & Shellie D. (Peace) Baer. He met Ashley Harms in Junior High and they have been building their high school sweetheart life together ever since. They were married on April 18th, 2015 at the Rinehart Christian Church.

Robby grew up in Harwood, Mo and graduated from Northeast Vernon County with The Class of 2007. Throughout high school he worked for Harms Repair Service. After graduation he attended Spartan College of Aeronautics & Technology. His true passion was working construction and traveling for jobs throughout the United States and US territories. Robbie started out as a pipe fitter and worked his way up to foreman then general foreman. He made his way up to Construction Supervisor. Above all Robby was a family man. He loved his family and friends and he never hung up the phone without saying “Love You Bye.”Robby loved to fish, hunt, and grill his “Yard Bird”. Robby was also known for his “BAER HERE’ ISM’s.” He loved taking his family to the beach and just spending the day with friends. Robby was a member of the Baptist Church of Harwood.

Robby is survived by his wife Ashley of the home, one son Paxton Lane 2 daughters Kambrie Elise and Kinsley Marie all of the home. His mother Shellie Baer of Nevada, MO. One brother Joel Baer of Harwood, MO. 3 sisters Darci Baer of Republic, MO Tamara Brannon (Zach) of Hazen, ND and Katryna Leach (Ryan) of El Dorado Springs, Missouri, Parents Randy & Tracy Harms of Harwood, Missouri, Grandparents Darlene Peace of Nevada, MO and Judith (Bill) Michener of Red Oak, Texas, Nieces and Nephews- Zander Brannan, Hunter Leach, Bailey Brannan, Cale Brannan, Noah Baer and Abigail Baer, and numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many, many Friends that were Family. We can’t forget his dog Trick. His most memorable saying was “Family is who you make it.” Preceding him in death was his father Robert C Baer, his Grandfathers Roy K Peace and Robert J Baer.

Visitation:
Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022
Time: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Visitation Location:
Schell City Baptist Church

Service:
Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022
Time: 1:00 p.m.

Service Location:
Schell City Baptist Church

Interment:
Lefler Cemetery---Harwood, Missouri

Free Kids Carnival This Sunday In Cass County

 

Peculiar Police Department looking for missing juvenile

MISSING JUVENILE:

We need the community's help in finding Cadence. She was last seen on 04/13/2022 and there is still and ongoing investigation to help find her and bring her home safe!

If you have any info that can help us find Cadence, Call 816-779-5102
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What’s Up by LeRoy Cook

Losing More Than Your Plane 

It wasn’t a total blowout, but it came close.  Good flying weather was in short supply, and sometimes we had to settle for just barely flyable. Sunday turned out to be decent, after the cold front passed, but thunderstorms lurked just south and east of here.

Among the week’s passers-by were a big Pilatus PC-12 turboprop, a Cessna Skyhawk, a Van’s RV-6 homebuilt and a Cessna 182. A plucky pilot in a Beech Bonanza V35B flew in from Jefferson City on Saturday morning, despite 30-knot gusts, picking up a load of honeybees. I’m sure the insects’ trip was less stressful than it would have been by any other mode of transport. Tim Hill flew over from Drexel to refuel his Cessna Skylane on Sunday. Out of the local hangars, Les Gordon’s grandson Patrick got in some supervised solo time in a Cessna 150 and the SkyDive KC Beech King Air E90 had a half-weekend of hauling parachutists aloft. 

Airline passengers were enjoying long-delayed freedom from Covid masks last week, after a Florida judge ruled that the CDC, as a non-legislative bureaucracy, could not impose mandates without laws passed by Congress. At least for now, mask-wearing in public transportation is an individual’s choice, unless local jurisdictions set up their own rules. We’ll see what effect it has on the mood of unruly inebriated passengers who have already lost their senses before entering the aircraft.

It’s hard to say which is sicker; people who are addicted to watching hours of You-Tube videos or those who go to idiotic lengths to make them. One California pilot thought it would be cool to film himself bailing out of an airplane and watching it crash unpiloted, just to get 15 minutes of fame on the internet. He got more than he bargained for; the FAA revoked (not just suspended) his pilot’s license for deliberately wrecking a perfectly good airplane and endangering public and property. 

The subject of airliner contrails came up again last week, asking why they sometimes form and at other times are absent. It’s all about the presence of moisture in the atmosphere. To make a visible trail, the hot exhaust has to have humidity to act against, so if the high-altitude air is dry, no trace of the airplane’s passage can be seen. In WW-II, B-17 bomber crews headed for Germany hated to see contrails forming behind their formation, a dread giveaway to the waiting Luftwaffe. The Wright Cyclone radial engines had GE turbochargers to boost power, but it came at a price.

Last week’s question was the significance of the ATC transponder code 3700. It used be for hijack, but that is now “7500”, so it now is unused, only the beginning of a routine block from 3701 to 3777. For next week, how much force might it take to open an airliner’s door in flight? Get your math calculations going and send your replies to kochhaus1@gmail.com.

The Museum Minute: Butler Bear becomes Chicago Bear

 

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

Herrman’s Historical Happenings week of April 27

1891 An estimated 7.000 people attend the 72nd anniversary of the Odd Fellows Lodge in America, at the lake at the east edge of Butler

1895 S. Rice, harness maker, goes to the Coleman Gallon shop for a jug of whiskey. While there, he and Dr. Haddock become embroiled about a borrowed article. Haddock gets a pistol & fires at Mr. Sheppard, who backs Mr. Rice’s story. City Marshal Beaty arrests the doctor.

1923 Mr. C.C. Rhodes, Butler druggist, on the North side of the square, and also owner of radio station WNAR, with studio in his drug store, broadcasts a song and lecture service from the Methodist Church.

1926 Over 200 enthusiastic farmers & businessmen attend a meeting at the courthouse to hear Kircher Baby Chick Hatchery is considering coming to Butler.

1940 Today the electricity is turned on for the farmers East of Passaic, as the REA lines hum as the juice pours through them.

1944 Two Butler seniors will not graduate. J. Wayne Beckham and Wallace Robertson have been drafted into the Army.

1973 A large crowd attends the annual Butler Chamber of Commerce banquet held in the Butler high school gym. Featured speaker is Missouri Governor Christopher ‘Kit’ Bond. Also on the program is Mo Representative William J. Randall.

1978 It’s Opening Day of the three day Grand Opening of Jim’s Village Meats, in downtown Rockville. Feature are famous cuts of beef, pork, and frozen meats. Open 8 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday. Jim Mott, Owner.

1981 Longtime America Legion and baseball enthusiast Francis Smith of Smith’s Shoe Shop is announced as Butler Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year.

1988 At 8:23 am, the Butler High School receives a telephone bomb threat. The call is traced by the Bates county sheriff’s department and two youths are arrested.

1989 Pat Ray, who in the mid 80’s showed Butler Bear fans his amazing speed and skills, has inked a bonus contract with the Chicago Bears NFL team after serving four years as a starter for the Missouri Tigers.

1999 The controversial zoning ordinance enacted at the last Rich Hill city council meeting is repealed at tonight’s meeting. Mayor Alvin Briscoe veto’s the law, saying it needs more work.

Proposed Arts Council Gets First Breath of Life

Liberty Underwood, representing the Adrian Community Theater spoke with great enthusiasm about the possibility of the enhancement and showcasing of the arts in and around Bates County during a meeting held last Thursday evening.

On April 21st, a group met at Robertson Hall at the Bates County Museum to kick around the idea of starting an arts council in Bates County and the outcome of that meeting appears to be better than expected. The formation of such a council is the brainchild of museum curator Peggy Buhr to further the appreciation of music, theater, and more; her idea was met with enthusiasm by the group along with some really good ideas on how to get it off the ground.

Buhr opened the discussion on why she thinks a council would be beneficial, as she was followed by like minded Liberty Underwood who spoke on behalf of the Adrian Community Theater and their ‘role’ in such a project. Underwood talked about how the Adrian Community Theater was also an idea that came about as the local school had cut the drama department and she realized there was plenty of local support for such a program.

Combining interested folks and resources seems to be the answer and there seems to be plenty of both with more yet to be discovered.

As those attending were allowed to introduce themselves around the room, it was clear that there is a lot of hidden talent here in Bates county- one attendee has an extensive background in the film industry; another has experience with a similar program in another state in a region about the size of our county; along with musicians, actors, managers, directors, an arts degree holder, a novelist and several with set design experience to name a few.

Financing the project was also discussed, and Buhr mentioned that she recently made a connection with the Missouri Arts Council that could be quite beneficial as they are looking to expand in smaller rural areas such as Bates county. Fortunately, within the group who attended there is a person with grant writing experience that certainly will be needed. Financing most likely will be discussed more in an upcoming meeting. 

“We’re planting the seed” said Buhr “to not only put the spotlight on theater and drama, but everything else considered art” as mentioned in our interview last week. “It would include piano recitals, art shows of all kinds, storytelling, children’s art shows, folk art and dance, school music and art, you name it. It’s only limited to everyone’s imagination”. 

In terms of a place to hold these events, there may be at least a temporary answer according to Underwood as she mentioned that the Adrian Community Theater is in the process of negotiating a spot; but just in case several other locations were mentioned including Butler, Amsterdam and Rich Hill. Also mentioned last week, Buhr noted that there’s “plenty of acreage” available on the museum property pending of course, financing such a structure. “Long term goals” she said with a smile.

As the meeting wound down it’s apparent there is a lot to do- officially put together a council with not-for-profit status and develop relations with other community events/groups to build a working relationship to name a few.

Certainly more ground will be gained for the arts council in the upcoming meeting on May 12th, 6:30 pm also to be held at Robertson Hall at the Bates County Museum. The public is highly encouraged to attend, especially those with ideas and experience; even if not and you just want to help out in one way or another. Likewise if you know someone who might be interested, please help spread the word.  

In the meantime if you have questions or comments please contact Peggy Buhr at the Bates County Museum.