Update from the City of Harrisonville Electric Department

A statement regarding the power outage that occurred shortly after 5 a.m. this morning. Early this morning, residents notified City staff of a large outage affecting portions of south and central Harrisonville.

After searching for several hours to find the source of the outage, crews were able to find a pole near Brickplant Road that had been struck by lightning - causing significant damage to the pole and to the services fed by the pole .

The pole was behind a gate that was locked with a chain, which crews had to cut through to begin making repairs. Shortly before noon, a small repair was made, restoring power for some residents.

At about 2:05 p.m., crews disabled service for a final time to make their final repairs and to fully restore power to all customers.

We understand that this outage lasted substantially longer than many that our crews battle and that residents were inconvenienced by this.
We appreciate your patience with our staff and want to assure you that all areas have been fully repaired.

Obituary - Delma J. (Hoyt) Colegrove

Delma J. (Hoyt) Colegrove, age 74, Mound City, Kansas passed away peacefully in her home Friday, June 9, 2023. She was born on May 21, 1949 in Prescott, Kansas the daughter of Lester and Mary Campbell Hoyt. Delma lived for her family and friends, enjoying anytime everyone was together.

Delma spent many years in Linn County working in the medical field and as an EMT. She later owned her own bookkeeping company and a Subway Restaurant. Sitting on her deck watching humming birds, listening to the wind in the trees was one of her favorite past times. Bragging about her grandkids was always a highlight for her.

Delma was united in marriage to Larry Colegrove on November 30, 1967 in La Cygne, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents, and three brothers, Jerry, Darrel, and Lester Hoyt. Delma is survived by her husband, Larry, children, Tracy Dawn Lindsey, and Larry Wayne Colegrove Jr. and wife Jill, grandchildren, Cheyenne(Will), Anthony, Makayla, Hunter, Marissa, Cierra, and Eli, two brothers, Jack Hoyt(Carolyn), and Doyle Hoyt, and a sister Ethel Schell(Mike).

Funeral service will be 10 am Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Tuesday June 13 at the Mound City Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Jayhawk Linn FFA or Music, or Linn County 4-H Council. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Obituary - Hershel Lee Cole

Hershel Lee Cole, 79, of Butler, MO, formerly of Adrian, MO, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 at his home. 

A full obituary and service information will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

Open house at Dains Family Dental in Butler

The open house of Dains Family Dental 619 W Nursery Street in Butler was held today. 

The guests enjoyed a tour of the upgraded facility as well as meeting with the staff and hearing about all the services they provide!

A lunch of hot dogs, chips, cookies with bottled water was served to the guests! With several people entering to win a drawing for a free dental cleaning with X-rays!

Pictured below from left to right is Daylyn Vermillion, Angie Martin, Emily Craft and Dr. Isaac Dains DDS!

From Michael G's Greenhouses

This is our final day for the season, and it looks like a rainy one. In a normal year rainy days are as close as I get to day off, so there were not a lot of days off this year. I have recovered thanks to Mitzi and Melanie helping everyone since Memorial Day. I am 71 now and I know some have concerns about whether I will be open next year. 

The answer is that I have some things already ordered for 2024. Long term I have my hopes the gals can carry on, but I am not going anywhere in the near future.

In hindsight, I should have stayed open a bit longer. When I advertise in surrounding areas the ads have to be in the week prior to running them, so in a sense I have to predict the future. If you still have a need for plants come see us before we close at 2 today. I am going to go out and reduce things even lower by 9 this morning. We don't have the greatest selection, but garage sale prices.

Thanks to all who have been out this season. It was a good year, not the best nor the worst. Most of you know I am a Christian, God is my provider and He always gives me all I need, not always what I want. I am past the age of accumulating things, thankfully. The most important things aren't things. I plant seeds by the thousands in soil every year. I planted a few in people's hearts, and those are the ones I want to really see germinate. Everyone wants to go to Heaven, but you have to know the way. 

Your spiritual GPS is not automatically going to get you there, in fact if you don't set it towards there you will have a rude awakening the instant you die. If you believe in Jesus, the time you spend here is the worst you will ever know. 

If you don't believe, your time here will be the best you ever know. OK, I am done planting seeds. See you today or next year. God Bless everyone of my customers, you made my dream come true.

Obituary - Kirk William Hickey

Kirk William Hickey, 59, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at his home in Nevada, MO. He was born on April 27, 1964 in Oxnard, CA, to Jake Floyd and Norma Carolynn (Finn) Hickey.

Kirk attended Salem High School in Salem, MO.

Survivors include his mother, Norma Finn, Sarasota, FL; one sister Jacqueline Stuart and her husband Neil Stuart, Salem; nephews Marcus Seay and wife, Hope Wisdom Seau, Boss, MO, Steven Morton, Kansas City, MO, Jack Morton and fiance Stephanie McCulloch, Sullivan, MO and Gabriel Morton, Kansas City, MO. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Hickey, stepfather Gene Finn, and grandparents Dewey and Alta Phipps, Salem.

No services are planned. Arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home.

A few strong to isolated severe storms this evening

Scattered showers and a few isolated thunderstorms are expected this morning however, severe weather is not expected. Another round of showers and thunderstorms are expected this evening into tonight.

With this round of storms , a few strong to isolated severe storms will be possible across eastern Kansas and western Missouri. 

The main threat will be for gusty winds and small hail. Through Sunday, rainfall amounts will range between 0.75" to 1.50".

Obituary - Edgar "Mike" Michael Rush

Edgar Michael “Mike” Rush passed away on June 8, 2023 at the age of 77 following a short illness. He was born January 21, 1946, to Edgar M. and Margarite Rush in Salinas, CA. He graduated Salinas High School in 1964. 

His first job was a water truck driver in the produce fields of Salinas, CA. He then went on to make produce boxes and worked at Stone Container for 39 years. Mike met the love of his life, Lynda, and they were married in 1965. They had one daughter, Janie.

Mike loved riding dirt bikes with his buddies and taking the family camping. He also loved to travel and took the family on vacation every summer. Family meant everything to him. Mike was always willing to help anybody in need and had a kind soul.

Mike is survived by his wife, Lynda; his daughter, Janie (Johnny) Williams; his granddaughter, Courtney (Brendon) Canfield; his grandson, Michael Williams; his great-grandchildren, Jonathan Michael and Brielle Marie Canfield; his brothers and sisters-in-law as well as many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00p.m. on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at the El Dorado Springs Church of Christ with Craig Johnson officiating. Friends may call Monday at Ferry Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Hospital c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Power outage reported this morning in Harrisonville

POWER OUTAGE: The City of Harrisonville Electric Department staff are responding to a power outage affecting many customers in the south/central portion of town.

Staff have not been able to provide a timeline for when power will be restored, but hope to have it back on soon.

Obituary - Kelly Dawn (Curtis) Chadd

Kelly Dawn (Curtis) Chadd, 57, Sheldon, MO passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Cox South, Springfield, MO. Kelly was born March 5, 1967 to Joseph W. “Bill” and Billie (Sherrell) Curtis. She was united in marriage to Ron Chadd on June 20, 2015, in Sheldon, MO. He survives of the home.

Kelly attended Nevada High School and graduated in 1985. She received her LPN certificate in 1993 and graduated from Crowder College with a degree in Nursing on May 10, 2010

Throughout her life, Kelly worked several jobs but health care was her calling. She was right at home helping people. Her favorite was being a hospice nurse until her territory was so large she was never home. Many will remember her as a Director of Nursing at Barone Alzheimer’s Care Center. Most recently she was an RN at Cox Barton County in Lamar, MO. We cannot express the care that we received from both Cox Barton County hospital in Lamar and Cox South Hospital in Springfield nor can we forget Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.

Some battles just cannot be won. Her brother started Kelly on her newest hobby of fishing and she loved it. When spare time allowed her, she and Ron could be seen fishing either on Truman Lake or Lake of the Ozarks. Kelly and Ron loved to travel and see new sites. She loved her dogs and cooking and entertaining family and friends, especially on holidays. She loved planning parties.

Additional survivors include 3 children, Lacy Williams of Pleasant Hope, MO, Cole Brock of Deerfield, MO, and Evan (Ally) Brock of Nevada, MO; brother, Monte Curtis and sister-in-law, Tammy Brown of Nevada, MO; sister, Vicky Arthur of Las Vegas, Nevada; step-son, Nick (Becky) Chadd and granddaughters, Ruby & Ellie of Carthage, MO; nephews, J.J. (Betsy) Curtis and great-nephew, Miller of Moundville, MO; Andy (Donetta) Remington and great-nieces, Taylor & Molly of Nevada, MO; father- and mother-in-law, Denny & Carol Chadd of El Dorado Springs, MO; and sister-in-law, Lorrie Chadd of South Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill & Billie Curtis.

Arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, MO. There are no services planned at this time. Memorials are suggested in her name to Vernon County Cancer Relief in c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Obituary - Beverly Sue Baldwin

Beverly “Susie” Baldwin, 52, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at her home in Nevada, MO. Susie was born on June 30, 1970 in Kansas City, MO to Lawrence Ray and Bonnie Sue (Bousell) Tracy.

Susie lived in Kansas City, Kansas and came to Nevada at a young age with her family. She graduated from Nevada High School Class of 1989. She worked as an aide for the Nevada Habilitation Center for a number of years.

Susie loved her dogs, karaoke, and being with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Survivors include her two children, Lindsay Baldwin, Lamar, MO, and Drake Baldwin of the home; grandsons, Jase Smith, Cayden Cole and Caiden Smith; two brothers, Mark Sisson, Nevada, and Steve Tracy (Amber), Nevada; two sisters, Linda Fanning (Rusty), Nevada, and Becky Parra, Lawrence, Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, James Tracy and Mike Sisson.

No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada.

Nevada man arrested in Vernon County

On Friday June 9th around 11:56 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County arrested 38 year old Michael B. Hancock of Nevada, Missouri after a traffic stop.

Mr. Hancock was arrested on the following charges 1.) Misdemeanor DWI- 1st offense 2.) Careless and Imprudent Driving 3.) Failure to provide Insurance.

He was booked into the Vernon County Jail in Nevada and he is currently being held on a 24 hour hold with charges pending.

View arrest report below:
https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP71/ArrestDetailsAction?TW01REPORTNUMBER=I468926D

Mississippi truck driver escapes serious injury in Vernon County rollover accident

On Friday June 9th around 5:30 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Vernon County along with Vernon County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a semi truck rollover accident in the northbound lanes of I-49 around 2 miles south of Milo, Missouri.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the northbound 1999 International 9200 driven by 73 year old George E. Landfair of Jackson, Mississippi veered off the roadway, struck a tree, and overturned.

Mr. Landfair sustained minor injuries and was taken for treatment to Nevada Regional Medical Center.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230304581

Osage Valley Electric Cooperative warns of ongoing scam!

Osage Valley Electric Cooperative will never call you to demand payment to avoid being disconnected. We will never ask you to pay through nontraditional methods.

Please call 660-679-3131 to confirm any type of suspicious activity. 

We would much rather take the time to confirm any type of activity to keep our members from being taken advantage of.

Obituary - Shauenray “Shauen” E. Cambron

Shauenray “Shauen” E. Cambron, age 36, of Belton, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Services will be held on Friday, June 16, 2023 at South Haven Baptist Church, 16800 Bel-Ray-Blvd., Belton, Missouri 64012. Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 7:00 p.m.

Shauen was born in Kansas City, Kansas at the University of Kansas Medical Center on September 29, 1986 to Pascual Herrera III and Mechelle Cambron. In life Shauen, a member of the Choctaw Nation, and proud of his Mexican heritage, was a faithful man of many talents. Whether it was at work, at home, or helping out a friend, Shauen gave his all painting, working on cars, computers, and all types of construction. Shauen was always there to help. He enjoyed watching Kansas City sports especially the Chiefs and Jay Hawks, had a passion for Mustangs, working on his projects and would usually be drinking a cold Coke. In recent years, Shauen was a faithful member of the Blue Springs Assembly of God where he shared his big heart and love for others. He really never did meet a stranger.

Shauen was preceded in death by his father, Pascual Herrera III and his brother, Pascual Herrera IV.

Here to cherish his memory are his mother, Mechelle Harris (Mark); three children, Kayden R. Cambron, Pascual Herrera V, and Mia-Lee M. Cambron; siblings, Markie Harris (Brianna), Chasity Bullard (Andrew), and Amandaa Cambron; and three nephews, Troy-Angelo Vasquez, Antonio Bullard, and Emillio Bullard with many more nieces and nephews.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Rainy Weekend

Multiple rounds of rain showers and thunderstorms are forecast this weekend. Rainfall amounts of 0.75 - 1.5 inches expected, with localized areas ~2.0 inches possible. Saturday evening, there is a low-end chance for storms to produce hail up to quarter size and 60 MPH winds.

Burglary arrests in Linn County Kansas

For immediate release June 09, 2023
Re: burglary arrests

On June 08, 2023, three suspects were arrested following an incident on 2350 Rd. east of Young Rd. in rural Linn County, Kansas.

The suspects:
Raymond C. Herndon
w/m 1971
Louisburg, Kansas
Charges: Burglary, Criminal Damage, Possession of Narcotic

Charles M. Smith
w/m 1989
Drexel, Missouri
Charges: Burglary, Criminal Damage

Christopher J. Irvin
w/m 1966
Archie, Missouri
Charges: Burglary, Criminal Damage

All three were found in a machine shed on private property. The suspects were disassembling vehicles inside the structure. Deputies and Detectives from Linn County were able to catch the three suspects in the act and arrest all three without incident. 

The Bates County Sheriff was notified of the burglary in progress and assisted Linn County. The three suspects are currently housed in the Linn County Jail on a bond of $25,000 each.

All suspects are presumed innocent until adjudicated in a Court of Law.

Kevin J. Friend
Linn County Sheriff

Obituary - Allan C. Beshore

Memorial graveside service and inurnment for Allan C. Beshore of Raytown, Missouri will be 4 p.m. Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. Contributions to Kansas City Hospice. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Allan Campbell Beshore, age 62 of Raytown, Missouri died Thursday, June 8, 2023 at his home. He was born August 16, 1960 to Jackie Lee and Shirley Ann Crighton Beshore in Kansas City, Missouri.

Allan is survived by his wife, LaShanna Shontae Beshore of Raytown, Missouri; his mother, Shirley Beshore of Blue Springs, Missouri; his sister, Debra Beshore Griffin and husband Troy of Independence, Missouri; eight nieces, Brenna Abare and husband Blake, Rylie Chandler and husband Cameron, Taryn Griffin, Tamia Carter, Nevaeh Carter, Dayona Carter, Destiny Carter and Aziria Carter; a great-nephew, Bowen; and two great-nieces, Elodie and Marlowe. He was preceded in death by his father, Jackie Lee Beshore.

Obituary - William L. Hathaway, Jr.

William L. Hathaway, Jr., 75, of Fort Scott, passed away on June 6, 2023, at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He was born November 4, 1947, in Iola, the son of William L. Hathaway, Sr., and Helen Louise Hawkins. His father passed away at an early age. He was fortunate to have in his life Tom Norris and Dutch Hurd who filled the role of father figures.

He graduated from Fort Scott High School and while attending Fort Scott Community College he was drafted into the U.S. Army. During Vietnam, he was stationed in Germany where he served as a cook. 

Upon his discharge in June 1969, he returned to Fort Scott and married the love of his life, Patty Sue Gaston, on August 23, 1969. They were married at the home of her parents on their rural Second Street farm. During the 53-year marriage, they were blessed with two sons, Willie and Brandon

William worked as a press operator at Extrusions for 53 years. He selflessly dedicated his life to his family. He was a well-known and respected little league baseball coach for both of his sons and many others. His grandchildren could count on him being the first one to the ballfield and the loudest voice of support behind home plate. 

He took great pride in spoiling his great-grandchildren and watching them grow. He could be found at Elm Creek camping, where he enjoyed fishing and cooking out with his family. No one that met William could deny his love for his family.

Survivors include his wife of the home; two sons, William L. Hathaway III and wife Crystal, and Brandon E. Hathaway and wife Kim; four grandchildren, Torrie Singmaster and husband Dakota, Graham Hathaway, Nick Hathaway, and Kaidden Hathaway; two great-grandchildren, William, and Tyson Singmaster; a sister, Bertha Valdivia of Topeka; a brother, David Hathaway and wife Brenda of Fulton; and numerous extended family and friends.




He was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law, Slim Valdivia, and nephew Kenny Clampitt.




Rev. Daryl Gaddy will conduct funeral services at 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 13th, 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 PM Monday at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to Fort Scott Recreation Department for Baseball and Softball 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.

Obituary - Duane Jewell Claycomb

Duane Jewell Claycomb, 46, of Clinton, Missouri passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, June 7, 2023. He was born September 13, 1976 in Windsor, Mo., the son of Larry Lee Claycomb and Lois Frauline (Coffey) Claycomb.

Duane was an over-the-road truck driver with many many miles racked up over 25 years. Duane was always the funniest guy in the room, and he never forgot a joke.

Surviving are his mother and step-father, Lois Hicks (Everett H. Hicks), rural Clinton, Mo.; three daughters, Laurel Lutz, his granddaughter, Saphira Kioh, and grandson, Rylan Kioh, all of Boonville, Mo., Chelsea Rucker, Warrensburg, Mo., and Destiny Ann Claycomb, Decatur, Indiana; two sons, Lane Rousselle, Owasso, Oklahoma and Dalton Rucker, Holden, Mo., and soon to be grandson, Weston; one brother, Michael Coffey (Delia), Stover, Mo.; one sister, Betty Claycomb, Windsor, Mo.; three step-brothers, Chad Hicks Rosie), Windsor, Mo., Nick Doyle (Sarah), Leonard, Texas, and Chris Doyle (Kyla), Josephine, Tx.; one step-sister, Janice Blank (Charlie), Pilot Grove, Mo.; two half-sisters, Tammy Hall, Sedalia, Mo., and Annette Bauer, Windsor, Mo.; aunt, Carolyn Baker, Windsor, Mo,; long-time friend, Barbie Simmons, Tipton, Mo.; and former partner, Christie Ivans, Decatur, Indiana; numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Duane is proceeded in death by his beloved son, Chase Jewel Claycomb; best friend and father Larry Lee Claycomb; Grandparents, Jewell and Doris Claycomb, and Jay and Doris Coffey; step-brother, Tony Doyle; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Duane is finally at peace with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, whom Duane loved with all his heart. We will all miss him immensely.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Duane at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 15th, 2023 at Farrington Park in Windsor, Missouri, with Pastor Jamie Hargett officiating. A meal with family and friends will follow. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. Condolences may be left online at www.bradleyhadley.com.

Good Luck Butler Fishing Team!!

We would like to wish the Butler Fishing Team of Hunter Kelso and Brayden Jackson the best of luck as they compete in the National Youth Fishing Association Championship on Stockton Lake this weekend.

National Youth Fishing Association created fishing circuits for Middle and High School Fishing Clubs. Three qualifying tournaments in each state division with a championship in June. 

This will be a great opportunity for the students to hone their skills with a competitive edge and promote the sport of bass fishing to young anglers.

The community is so proud of the boys for making it this far!!! They could not have done this with out everyone's support!!!

We can’t wait to see how they do!! Go out there boys and do what ya do best!!! Don’t forget to have fun!!! Special thanks to the boat captain for the boys Bob Healey.

Once again thank you to all our sponsors for all the support!!!

Hugh & Lora Gardner Gustin

Landon & Nancy Simons

“In memory of Ron Gardner”

A+ Pro Wash

Zanita Esther

Smiths Farms

Curtis & Sons Realty

Creative Home Specialist

Smith's Automotive Repair

Ortiz Family

Gary & Mary Coffman-Western MO Realty

Electric City Laundry

American Dreams Spray Foam Insulation

Studio Perks

Healey Homes

K & C Moving & Chores

A1 Concrete Solutions

Grays Café

Ward Roofing & Remodeling

Hammett’s Collision Repair

Sonic Drive-In

On the Go Johns, LLC

Steven McSperitt- Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance

Heather Seider Diehl- Farmers Insurance

Parker's Chimney Service

Macy Ragan

DL Custom's

Greg & Pam Morris

Mid America Live

Brent's Brilliant Finish

Cabinets By King

Mill Street Designs

”In Loving Memory of Bob Jackson”

Insurtec

Brandy & Rob Payne

Two from St. Clair County injured in rollover accident

On Thursday June 8th around 1:32 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in St. Clair County along with St. Clair County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident on Route J around 4 miles west of Collins, Missouri.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the southbound 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe driven by 66 year old Gilbert Leyba of Osceola ran off the right side of the roadway, overcorrected, went off the left side of the road, overcorrected again, and overturned.

Two passengers in the vehicle, 34 year old Samantha Woods of Osceola and a 6 year old boy from Osceola, sustained minor injuries and were taken by ambulance to a Citizens Memorial Hospital in Bolivar for treatment.

Stolen in Vernon County

 

2023 Henry County Fair -- Demolition Derby

 

Dry today.. Stormy Weekend

Good News: Today will be nice!
Bad news: Storms expected this weekend.

Good news: Severe weather is not expected.
Bad news: Isolated flooding may be possible.

Bad News: We are in a drought.
Good news: 1-2 inches of beneficial rainfall is expected.

Butler woman arrested on warrant

On Thursday June 8th around 9:06 p.m. the Bates County Sheriff's Office arrested 37 year old Kristina M. Swanson of Butler, Missouri.

She was arrested on the following charge 1.) Bates County Sheriff's Office Felony Warrant - Original charge is Assault - 3rd Degree (X2).

Kristina M. Swanson was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler and she is currently being held on a $5,500 cash/surety bond.

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

Obituary - Lori Beth Mitchell-Finlay

Lori Beth Mitchell-Finlay, 57, of Warsaw, Missouri, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023. Lori was born into the loving home of Robert F. Mitchell and Hazel M. (Indermuhele) Mitchell on February 1, 1966 in Kansas City, Missouri.

She was the youngest of three children growing up with the biggest heart. Lori loved nature, animals and anything that had to do with outdoors. She would rescue any animal in need.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Hazel Mitchell, her brother, Larry Jemes, Sr., and nephew, Jonathan Conrad.

Lori is survived by her children, Rachel Mitchell and Joey Mitchell, grandchildren; Alexa Mitchell, Christopher Mitchell, Branden Mitchell, Tesla Mitchell and Robert Mitchell, her sister, Lisa (Ross) Conrad, nieces, Kristina (Jeff) Webb and Nicole Conrad, nephew, Larry Jemes, Jr.

A Celebration of life will be held at Antwiler Community Park, 22812 Hwy CC, Warsaw MO 65355 on Sunday, June 25, 2023 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Cremation arrangements provided by Reser Funeral Home, Warsaw, Missouri.

Obituary - Oleta Kathrine Keightley

Oleta Kathrine (Blehm) Keightley, 89, Harwood, MO passed away on Thursday, June 01, 2023. at Cedar County Memorial Hospital in El Dorado Springs, MO. Oleta was born March 22, 1934 in Arnette, OK to Ezra G. and Lydia Belle (Becker) Blehm. She married Elvan Keightley on June 7, 1953 and he preceded her in death in 2001.

Oleta grew up in Arnette and moved to Yakima, WA with her family where she graduated High School from Auburn Academy. She and Elvan spent most of their married life in Oregon and came to Vernon County in 1981. Oleta was primarily a homemaker but also worked at Key Work Clothes in Nevada for a time.

Oleta is survived by six children, Douglas Keightley (Rosie), Gervais, OR, Daniel Keightley (Donna), Harwood, Kathrine O’Daniel, El Dorado Springs, Samuel Keightley (Sabrina), Salem, OR, James Keightley (Tina), Harwood, and Jason Keightley, El Dorado Springs; 21 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandson; and a brother, Kenny Blehm, Yakima, WA. In addition to her husband Elvan, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Brown, one grandson, and one great-grandson.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Nevada with Pastor Dennis Mix and Pastor Mike Carner officiating.

Thank you from the Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Office

The Linn County Sheriff's Office would like to extend our gratitude to the @SpikesK9Fund for generously donating a @K9Storm Ballistic Vest.

The bullet and stab proof vest was custom-fit for our very own K9 Charger. Our K9 Unit is trained in building searches and suspect apprehensions.

This vest will protect K9 Charger when he is sent out to take dangerous suspects into custody. Since graduating training on November 2nd, 2022 K9 Charger has completed 238 training hours, 54 deployments, and contributed to 12 arrests.

-Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Office

75th Annual Henry County Fair 2023 Schedule

 

Right Choice Tire teaming up with Napa

We are happy to announce that we have teamed up with Napa and are now and official Napa truck center!

What’s that mean for you???

• Better discounts
• Free part warranty including labor if the part fails
• Great financing options on everything from tires, full service overhauls to lift kits.

Stop on by and ask about it.. See ya soon!!!

Obituary - Flona Jane Palmer

Flona Jane “Jani” Palmer, age 68, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 4, 2023, at her apartment in Cavalry Crossing. She was born October 11, 1954, in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of J. E. Douglas Palmer and Clara Christine Honaker Palmer. Janie had lived primarily in Maryland where she worked for a time in childcare and also as a bus driver; however, her most important job was being a mother and grandmother. 

She enjoyed arts and crafts – there was never a craft she would not try. She especially liked painting and drawing as well as crocheting and cross-stitch. In 2016, she moved to Kansas to be near family. The last year and a half were spent at Cavalry Crossing. Jani enjoyed playing marbles and participating in activities with the other residents. She enjoyed reading and had recently reorganized the apartment complex’s library. Some of her favorite times were spent at the beach.

Survivors include her three children, Michael Guns, Jr. (Julie) of Delaware, Christine Guns of West Virginia and Douglas Guns (Melissa) of Ft. Scott, Kansas and ten grandchildren, Michael Guns III, Morgan Guns, Alyssa Haymaker, Grayson Guns, Liam Guns, Douglas Guns, Jr., Zander Guns, Emma Guns, John Guns and Lincoln Guns. Also surviving are a sister, Connie Callahan of Spokane, Missouri and three brothers, Rick Palmer, Cherry Hill, Maryland, Douglas Palmer, Jr., Onalaska, Texas and Ronald Hancock of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Janie was preceded in death by her parents.

There was cremation and no public service is planned. Arrangements are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Obituary - Virgil Don Poisal

On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, Virgil Don Poisal, of rural Harrisonville, MO passed away at the age of 74. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Saturday, June 17, 2023 at the United Methodist Church in Harrisonville, MO. 

The family will receive friends from 9:00-11:00am on Saturday, June 17 at the church. Burial in Reid Cemetery, Harrisonville, MO. Contributions may be made to Belton Educational Foundation Pirate Pantry.

Virgil was born to Don Poisal and Doris (Hampton) Weide in Garden City, MO, on May 19, 1949. He graduated from Sherwood High School in 1967. He married Sharon Sue Arnold on June 29, 1969 at the Daugherty United Methodist Church in Daugherty, MO. Virgil spent the majority of his formative years in rural Garden City. He worked many jobs as a child to help support the family and had several teachers and coaches take an interest in his well-being. It was during this time that he developed a passion for learning and saw public education as a way to not only better himself, but to help others. Even though he spent the majority of his career as an administrator, he was always a teacher at heart. He truly loved his students and had a passion for helping them find their way.

Virgil developed his love of farming during his high school years when he lived and worked with his future in-laws, Bob & Claudine Arnold. When Bob was ready to retire, Virgil and Sharon made the decision to take over the family farm rather than see the land sold, and they additionally purchased a farm adjacent to the family land. This was during the farm crisis of the early 1980's. They were able to make a go of it on the farm for a couple of years until they both decided to return to their careers as educators. For the next 30 years, he worked two jobs -teaching school during the day and farming in the evenings and on weekends. Sadly, he was only able to enjoy six months of retirement when his health began to fail him. Over the next several years, though limited physically, he was able to slow down and enjoy each day that was given to him. He was able to see every sporting event and activity of his grandchildren that he possibly could and was always happy to see his kids, friends, and any visitors that might come by.

During his career as an educator, Virgil worked in the Holden, Grandview, and Northwestern school districts before spending 30 years as a teacher and administrator in the Belton School District #124. The last fourteen years of his career, he served as Principal of Belton High School. He loved the students and families he worked with in Belton. In 2011, he achieved his lifelong dream of becoming "Dr. Poisal" as he earned his Educational Doctorate from Saint Louis University.

Virgil was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church. He taught the "Nomads" Sunday School class at Harrisonville United Methodist Church for over forty years. He enjoyed studying the Bible and preparing weekly lessons. He believed teaching the class was carrying on a legacy handed down to him from his father.

Virgil was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon; parents: Don & Laura Poisal and Doris Weide; in-laws, Bob & Claudine Arnold; and sister, Kathy Ruff. He leaves behind his children: Bob & Kris Poisal and Todd & Betsy Kitchen; grandchildren: Devon Mansfield, Charlie & Jessica Puhr, Luke & Kylee Filer, Kurt Poisal & fiancé, Torey Alexander, Jacob & Elaina Poisal, and Krede Kitchen and Keastin Kitchen; great-grandchild, Dawson Puhr; brothers and sisters: Melvin & Shirley Poisal, Alvin & Connie Poisal, Janice Brindle, and Holly Morris; sister-in-law, Cheryl Huffman; and many nephews, nieces, cousins, family and friends.

Obituary - Jorge Gonzalez

Jorge Gonzalez, age 58, of Clinton, Missouri passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Missouri. There are no services scheduled at this time.

Jorge Antonio Gonzalez was born on October 27, 1964 in San Diego, California to Carlos and Minerva Gonzalez. Jorge grew up and lived in the San Diego area of California before moving to Missouri in 2009. In April of 1989 he married his soulmate Geneva Kindred in Arlington, Texas.

He worked for many years as a school sanitary worker before going to McDonalds as a maintenance personnel. He loved the Denver Broncos, the LA Dodgers and the San Diego Padres.

Jorge is preceded in death by his parents Carlos Gonzalez and Minerva (Smith) Gonzalez, and one sister Rosa Gonzalez.

Survivors include his wife Geneva (Kindred) Gonzalez of 30+ years, his brother Carlos (Patti) Gonzalez of Chula Vista, California, his sister Terrie Graham of Seattle, Washington, stepdaughter, Tammy (Phillip) Bloom of Warrensburg, Missouri, 10 grandchildren; Nathan, Justin, Bryan, Kevin and Austin Lawrence, Blaine, Lily, Phillip, Aurora and Ember Bloom, 5 great grandchildren, lots of nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Obituary - Donald Dean Adams

Donald “Don” Dean Adams, age 78, of Nevada, MO passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Moore-Few Care Center.

Don was born April 5, 1945, in Nevada, MO to Clarence Kermit and Viola (Mahan) Adams. He graduated Nevada High School in 1963 and serviced his country in the United States Army. 

On April 8, 1972, he married Terri Mathis, and she survives of the home. Don was an entrepreneur through out his life, including real estate, car sales, and running the Nevada American Legion. His interests include cars and bars. He was a member of the Potawatomi Indian Nation.

Survivors include his wife, Terri; one daughter Carrie Adams, Nevada, MO; brothers, Leroy Adams, Liberty, MO and Joe Adams, Maryville, TN; sisters, Dianne Richardson, Lebanon, MO, Barbara Pierce, Tucson, AZ, Viola Wilson, Las Cruces, NM and Sharon Schaefer, Glen Carbon, IL; two grandsons, Keller Dean Adams and Gavin Reid Adams. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Hurb Adams.

The funeral service will be 11:00 am Friday, June 9, 2023, at Ferry Funeral Home with burial to follow at Fort Scott National Cemetery at 12:30 pm.

Memorials may be made to Nevada American Legion with the funeral home serving as custodian.

Drexel man injured in Cass County motorcycle crash

On Wednesday June 7th around 9:35 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a motorcycle crash on Route Y just south of route YY in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the northbound 2010 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic driven by 41 year old Cory J. Medus of Drexel, Missouri failed to negotiate a curve, traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a sign.

Mr. Medus sustained moderate injuries and he was transported by West Peculiar Fire/EMS to Overland Park Regional Hospital for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=230299501

Obituary - L.W. Thompson Jr.

Graveside service and interment for L.W. Thompson Jr. will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Butler, Missouri under the direction of the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri. 

Visitation prior to graveside service 10 - 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Contributions to Double Branch Christian Church. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Lawrence W. “L.W.” Thompson Jr, age 93 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at his home. He was born December 1, 1929 to Lawrence Webster and Florence Howe Thompson in Butler, Missouri.

L.W. is survived by a son, Gary Thompson of Adrian, Missouri; three grandchildren, Jennifer Adkins and husband Jerry of Warsaw, Missouri, Bruce Thompson and wife Andrea of Garden City, Missouri and Brandy Moretine and husband Cory of Adrian, Missouri; three great-grandchildren; and companion of 18 years, Marilyn Vidal of Butler, Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Norma Thompson; an infant son, Wesley Glen Thompson; and a son, Larry D. Thompson.

 

Rich Hill Famous for the 4th car show

It’s almost here! We look forward to seeing everyone the morning of the 4th. Please note that no pets are allowed in the park during public events. We apologize if this creates any inconvenience.

Miami County Kansas Sheriff's Office Wanted Wednesday

 

Obituary - Parkyr Rhyn Hair

Private graveside services are scheduled for Parkyr Rhyn Hair under the direction of Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Parkyr Rhyn Hair, daughter of Devyn and Lacee Bagby Hair of Adrian, Missouri was stillborn Thursday, June 1, 2023 at Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada, Missouri.

Parkyr is survived by her parents, Devyn and Lacee Hair; a sister, Peyson Hair; paternal grandma, Kandis Hair; paternal grandpa, Jack Hair; paternal uncle, Drayke Hair and wife Mackenzie; cousin, Oakley Hair; paternal great-grandma, Jan York; paternal great-grandpa, John Hair; maternal grandparents, Jay and Lynn Bagby; maternal uncle, Chopper Bagby and wife Stephanie; maternal great-grandma, Marge Fritts; and maternal great-great-grandma, Peggy Petty.

Reminder for tomorrow!

Obituary - Mendie I Brown

In the early morning of June 3, 2023, Mendie Ilene Brown (McArthur) of Clinton passed away from her ongoing battle with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, (NAFLD).

Mendie was born in Wichita, Kansas, March 13, 1970, the daughter of Douglas E. McArthur and Jill I. McArthur. She was a graduate of Wichita East High School, Class of 1988. She participated in band, soccer, and photography.

Mendie’s laughter was loud and contagious! She was welcoming and loving — anyone and everyone became family. She also had a passion for rescuing animals, including birds, dogs, cats!

She was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas and Jill McArthur, her maternal and paternal grandparents, and her son, David E. Brown.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Brown; her son Forrest Brown of Lexington, KY; daughter India Steinberg (Brown) and (husband) Scott Steinberg of Panama City, FL; brother Kevin and (wife) Pam McArthur of Overland Park, KS; father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Bette Brown of Winslow, ME; many cousins, nieces, nephews; special family friend Bailey and Garth Hart family; special family friend Dan Reimal.

A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton. The family will receive friends following the celebration at the Missouri Department of Conservation office, 2010 South 2nd Street, Clinton, MO 64735. Arrangements are under the direction of the Bradley & Hadley Funeral Home, Clinton.

Heritage Tractor Power Pull this Saturday in Lamar

Lamar, MO, this Saturday at 7:00 pm. $3000 payout for 5900 Modified class!

Property damage in Clinton

Over the late night of June 4th and into the early morning hours June 5th, 11th businesses and 9th private residences and private vehicles were damaged by spray paint. 

The “tagging” included foul and abusive words and phrases sprayed on the sides of businesses, houses and automobiles.

Clinton Police Officers worked through the day on follow up investigations and identifying additional victims and crime locations. 

They were able to finally identify two juvenile suspects, thanks to the cooperation of some concerned citizens with vital information and some video footage of the masked and hooded suspects.

Those juveniles were detained late in the afternoon yesterday and were referred to the Henry County Juvenile Office. 

Investigation continues in the matter, but it is not believed that there are any other unidentified suspects at this time.

Courtesy of KDKD Clinton 

McCarthy Jury Trial begins for Murder of Clinton Police Officer Gary Michael

The jury trial for Ian James McCarthy, the man accused of fatally shooting Clinton Police Officer Gary Michael in 2017, began on Monday June 5th.

Officer Michael was killed August 6, 2017, after stopping a 2008 Dodge Nitro for a registration violation near the intersection of Green and 2nd St. 

The driver of that vehicle, McCarthy, allegedly stepped out of his vehicle into the street and shot Michael in the chest with a rifle, through his bulletproof vest.

McCarthy allegedly fled the scene of the shooting but crashed his vehicle near the scene of the shooting. He evaded arrest for two days, at which point he was taken into custody when a resident spotted McCarthy walking along the road and called 911.

The venue for the trial was changed from Henry County following a motion filed in September 2021. That motion was sustained, and the trial was scheduled for June of 2023 with voir dire of jury to be held in the Platte County Courthouse, with the opening statements and trial to be held in Jackson County.

McCarthy has remained in custody awaiting trial. A motion filed by his attorney to allow McCarthy to wear civilian clothing during the trial has been denied, and McCarthy will be required to wear partial restraints throughout the trial, although he will be allowed the use of his dominant hand to take notes during the trial.

On June 3rd, McCarthy’s attorneys filed a motion for mistrial or to strike the death penalty as an option in his case. McCarthy stands trial for three felony charges: Murder in the First Degree, Armed Criminal Action, and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and unless the judge rules otherwise pursuant to this motion or a subsequent one, McCarthy potentially faces the death penalty if convicted. 

The next scheduled appearance in his trial takes place on Monday, June 12th.

Courtesy of KDKD Clinton 

Fire at McDonalds in Lamar

The Lamar Fire Department reports they were called at about 1:30 a.m. Tuesday for a fire at the McDonald's. 

When firefighters arrived on scene there was a fire inside the southwest wall of the building. Crews opened the wall and were able to extinguish the fire with minimal damage.

The fire was reported by an assistant manager after it closed; no injuries were reported

The fire department was assisted by the City of Lamar Electric Department with the use of the bucket truck.