Saturday, April 18, 2026

Weekly report from the Henry County Sheriff's Office

𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟’𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞
𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭
𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Sheriff Aaron N. Brown reports the following arrests and incidents for the week:
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• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:
Deputy Hysom conducted a warrant service in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Ethan Carpenter, age 24, of Windsor, on a Henry County warrant for failure to appear on a shoplifting charge.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:
Deputy England conducted a traffic stop in the Clinton area that resulted in the arrest of Robert Smith, age 44, of Clinton, on a Henry County felony warrant for a parole violation.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝/𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝:
Deputy Hysom conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Richard McComb, age 59, of Windsor, for driving while suspended/revoked.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:
Deputy Hysom conducted a warrant service in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Lana Wright, age 35, of Windsor, on a Henry County warrant for failure to appear on a registration violation.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:
Deputy Hysom conducted a warrant service in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Stephen McMullen, age 38, of Windsor, on several Johnson County warrants for traffic offenses.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝/𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝:
Sergeant Richardson conducted a traffic stop in the rural Clinton area that resulted in the arrest of Michael Williams, age 78, of Lone Jack, for driving while suspended/revoked (1st offense).
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:
Sheriff Brown and Lt. Kubilus conducted a traffic stop in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of James Horn, age 81, of Green Ridge, on a Johnson County warrants for traffic offense.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝:
Deputy Harms conducted a follow-up investigation in the Windsor area that resulted in the arrest of Cheryl Crain, age 43, of Windsor, for driving while intoxicated.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭:
Sergeant Richardson arrested Andrew Carter, age 42, of Independence, at the courthouse on two Henry County felony warrants for tampering with a motor vehicle.
• 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐫𝐮𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐝:
Captain Bilbruck and Detective Baker conducted a traffic stop in the Deepwater area that resulted in the arrest of David Heuer, age 41, of Deepwater, for driving while revoked, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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All individuals arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The above arrests are allegations at this time.
For additional information or to provide tips, contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (660) 885-5587.


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Water rescue near Butler ends safely


Earlier today the Butler fire department, Bates county sheriff's office and other first responders were called to I-49 highway near mile marker 127 on a report of a vehicle had gone into the floodwaters. Fortunately, the occupants were brought to safety in short order with only minor injuries reported. 

Following yesterday's storms, flooding is an issue around the area-  turn around, don't drown!


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Friday, April 17, 2026

Important weather update


This is a very important update: Please share to spread the word.
Eastern KS and Western MO are now in a Moderate Risk (4 out of 5) for this afternoon and evening.
Here's what we now anticipate:
Numerous severe thunderstorms are likely this afternoon into tonight.
Initially this may be accompanied by a risk for large to giant hail and a few strong tornadoes - though for much of our area, the threat is more VERY strong damaging winds than tornados.
Later in the evening, severe wind gusts of 60 to 90 mph become the most prominent hazard.
I will be livestreaming when warnings become imminent for eastern KS and western MO.

Greg@660 Weather


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Butler schools dismissing at 1:30

Butler schools will be dismissing at 1:30 pm today. Band students will be back at the school prior to busses leaving.


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Bates county admin offices closing at 1:30 today

Due to the threat of incoming weather, the Bates County Administration offices will be closing at 1:30 pm today.


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Four Suspects Apprehended in Raymore Within 30 Hours

Cass County, MO — Deputies with the Criminal Apprehension Unit and Patrol Division conducted a series of proactive enforcement operations in northern Cass County over a 30-hour period, resulting in four arrests across four separate incidents on April 14–15, 2026.
Incident #1
On April 14, 2026, at approximately 4:45 p.m., deputies initiated a traffic stop near State Route 58 and South Lyne Avenue in Raymore for a license plate violation. The driver initially failed to yield before stopping near South Morrison Street. A 62-year-old male was taken into custody. The individual has multiple prior convictions for driving with a suspended or revoked license. A search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of narcotics. Charges have been submitted to the prosecutor’s office.
Incident #2
Later that evening, at approximately 8:20 p.m., deputies conducted a separate traffic stop near Foxridge Drive and Creekmoore Drive in Raymore for a registration violation.
During the stop, deputies identified a 48-year-old male passenger who was previously on probation for possession of a controlled substance. A subsequent vehicle search led to the recovery of multiple types of narcotics. Charges have been submitted to the prosecutor’s office.
Incident #3
On April 15, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop near Highway 58 and Pine Street. The Belton Police Department K9 Unit assisted on the stop. Following a positive alert from the K9, deputies conducted a probable cause search of the vehicle, locating narcotics and a loaded revolver. Howard Franklin, 66, of Raymore, was arrested and has been charged with unlawful possession of a weapon (C Felony). He is currently being held at the Cass County Jail with a $10,000 cash only bond.
Incident #4
At approximately 9:47 p.m. on April 15, 2026, a deputy conducted a traffic stop near East Walnut Street and South Lincoln Road for a traffic infraction. The driver was identified as Christopher Warren, 48, of Raymore. Deputies determined Warren is a registered sex offender who failed to update his address in Cass County. Warren was arrested and charged with failing to register as a sex offender (E Felony). He is currently being held at the Cass County Jail on a $10,000 cash only bond.
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As for the other two cases, more details will be released after formal charges are filed. These incidents remain under investigation. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law


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CCC Young Professional of the Month, Brooke Jacobs


Congratulations to Brooke Jacobs, CCC’s Rotary Club Young Professional of the Month for May! Brooke, a senior from Archie School District, is a dedicated student in our Advanced Health Services Program and embodies the Triple C tenets (Conduct, Consistency, Curriculum) of Cass Career Center. We are incredibly proud of her constant positivity, hard work, and achievements.
Way to go, Brooke! Sponsored by the Harrisonville Rotary Club.


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Prairie View schools to dismiss at 1 pm

Student and staff safety at Prairie VIew USD 362 is always a priority. So due to the severe weather that is forecasted, there will be no afternoon preschool and school will dismiss at 1:00.



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Harrisonville schools to dismiss two hours early today

Out of an abundance of caution and varying weather forecasts, Harrisonville Schools will dismiss two hours early today, Friday, April 17.
Dismissal Times:
Cass Career Center — 12:40 p.m.
Harrisonville High School — 12:40 p.m.
Harrisonville Middle School — 12:32 p.m.
McEowen Elementary School — 1:49 p.m.
Harrisonville Elementary School — 1:49 p.m.
Harrisonville Early Childhood Center — 1 p.m.
All afternoon activities, practices, and games are canceled.
Dismissal and bus routes will follow normal procedures at the adjusted times.
Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us ensure students and staff get home safely. If you have questions, please contact your student’s building.


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Drexel schools to dismiss at 1 pm

Due to the impending severe storms that are expected this afternoon, Drexel schools will dismiss today at 1:00 p.m.



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Hume softball game cancelled

The Hume softball game tonight, April 17th, has been canceled.


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Important notice from Adrian schools

Severe Weather Update
Blackhawk Families,
We are closely monitoring the potential for severe weather in our area later today, possibly near the end of the school day. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority.
Our district has established tornado and severe weather procedures in place. If necessary, students will be moved to designated interior safe areas within the building and will remain there under staff supervision until it is safe to resume normal activities.
Please be aware that bus routes and dismissal times may be adjusted depending on the timing and severity of the weather. If any changes are needed, we will communicate those updates to families as soon as decisions are made.
We ask that families avoid coming to the school during active severe weather, as this can create additional safety concerns and limit our ability to follow emergency procedures effectively.
We will continue to monitor conditions and keep you informed. Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to keep everyone safe.
Sincerely,
Superintendent Don Lile


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Miami schools dismissing at 1 pm today

Miami R-1 schools will be dismissing at 1 pm today due to incoming weather. Also, there will be no sports practice tonight.


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Storms arrived this afternoon, another round this evening


*Updated* Severe Weather Outlooks for TODAY.
Start time: I see storms popping up all over the place between 2-5pm. Not everybody will get these, but they could have BIG hail and pose a tornado threat where they do show up.
Then when the main line of storms moves through - after about 5pm - we're talking about a high damaging wind threat.
When are we done? The further north you are, the sooner you're in the clear. Looks like 9-10pm north of LaCygne-Butler-Clinton areas. Mound City-Fort Scott-Rich Hill-Nevada would be like 10/11pm.
Coverage brought to you by State Line Group for when your driveway gets washed out (again)
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Obituary - Velma Peterson

Velma Fay (Cline) Peterson was born to Roy Albert and Lucy Edith Marie (Brown) Cline on April 29, 1944. She was born on the Kansas side of the State Line Road on a little farm called The Star Dairy. The farm is east of Pleasanton.

The family moved to Prescott, where Velma started school. She attended Prescott schools for nine years; the family then moved to Mound City, where Velma went for three years and finished school. She met Jerry Peterson when they moved to Mound City in 1959, and they went together all through high school. She always bragged about getting her MRS degree at MCHS. She married her best friend and the love of her life on December 24, 1961 at the First Baptist Church in Mound City. Jerry and Velma were baptized on October 4, 1971.

They had three children: Paula Beckman (Rande), Pam Peters (Marvin), and Burt Peterson (Mackenzie). They had seven grandchildren: Josh Landrum (Amanda), Jason Landrum, Rachel Schmidt, Brayton Beckman (Kim), Brant Beckman, Russell Peterson, and Elijah Peterson. They were also blessed with six great-grandchildren: Holden Beckman, Hudson Beckman, Cadence Landrum, Lily Landrum, Lucas Schmidt, and Colin Schmidt. Velma and Jerry also helped raise Kelly Peterson and he was like a son to them both.

Anyone who knew Velma knew she was deathly afraid of mice! She had been known to avoid them at any cost, be it sleeping on a dresser or staying awake until the mouse had been caught. Legend even has it that while cleaning pecans, she once used super-human strength to escape a mouse attack by picking up a 6’ tall man, shaking him “like a ragdoll,” and demanding he get out of her way. She was also known for her high-fashion ‘mouse protectors,’ always safely tucked away in her purse to ward off any potential evil critter attacks. (Some of you know what she really called them.)

Linnville Friendly Circle Club was near and dear to Velma’s heart. She truly embraced what it meant to be a community member and took great pride in the club keeping the Linnville Schoolhouse up and running. One of her favorite memories of the club was hosting the local fifth-grade classes and teaching them to tack a quilt. You could hardly ever go to her house that she wasn’t working on pillowcases so that each student would go home with something special. She was honored to keep this tradition for her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.

Words cannot express how much value Velma put on her family and friends. No matter what she was busy with, she would drop everything to help anyone. She believed that joy was best experienced when sharing it with others. She always had time to share a story or listen to what was going on in your life. Because of this, her family values were visible to everyone, and she built friendships far and wide. Although she did travel a bit in her last few years, there was always a celebration at the Linn County line. She truly believed there is no place as beautiful as the farm she and Jerry built into a home. Velma would tell all of you to value your family and spend time with them, truly, you never know how much time you have left.

Velma was preceded in death by one daughter, Paula Fay (Peterson) Beckman, one grandson, Branton Beckman, one sister, Ruby Matlock, two brothers, Cecil Ferris and Charles Cline, and her parents, Roy and Lucy Cline. Velma is survived by her husband of 64 years, Jerry Peterson, one daughter, Pam Peters, one son, Burt Peterson, and two sisters, Erma Bauer and Betty Jessip.

Funeral service will be held 11 am Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Mound City Christian Church. Burial will be in the Linnville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 am to service time at the Church. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Linnville Friendly Circle. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

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Obituary - William Clyde Peace

William Clyde Peace, 58, Nevada, MO passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Billy was born February 18, 1968, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Roy Leon and Kay Lee (Mosley) Chorn.

Billy was raised in Adrian, MO, and graduated from Adrian High School. Billy was a carpenter who worked most of his life in construction. He worked for One Call Construction, and Mark Selsor Construction. Billy was known to be a very skilled woodworker. He has resided in Nevada for the past 12 years.

Survivors include a daughter, Cassandra Forman (Angelo), Yorktown, VA; two sons, Jacob Peace, Cozad, NE, Joshua Aaron Kyne, Adrian, MO; a brother, Adam Peace (Debra), Arkansas; a sister, Diane Friedli (Richard), Nevada; one granddaughter, Ciara; and a grandson, Henry. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Eve Peace, and his grandparents, Willard and Buena Chorn.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.



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Obituary - Ruby Lucile Allen

Ruby Lucile Allen, 84, of Grandview, Missouri, formerly of Harrisonville, MO, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Services will be held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville on Saturday, April 25, 2026, with the visitation at 11:00 AM and the funeral to follow at 12:00 PM. Burial in Orient Cemetery in Harrisonville, MO.

A complete obituary will be added when it becomes available.

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Obituary - Charlene Lungren

Charlene Lungren, 96 of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at her home in Kansas City. A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 11:00 am Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816-657-4400). Funeral services will follow at 11:00 am Saturday, also at the funeral Home. Burial will take place in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

A complete obituary is pending at this time.

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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Special stories shared during Vietnam War presentation in Butler today


A presentation was held today at the Bates County Sheriff's Resource Center in Butler featuring the video "Remembering Vietnam, 25 years after" that tells the history of the Vietnam Veterans memorial in Washington, D.C.

Just prior to the showing, Judy Pierce (above) shared stories of her brother Alan Grimsley who served in the Vietnam War and told of the impact it had on his life. Sadly, Grimsley passed away in 2012 at the age of 73 due to complications thought to be related to his time of service.

The program is being done in conjunction with The Wall That Heals that will be on display in Butler April 30th through May 3rd and there will be another presentation of the video this evening at 6 pm. The public is encouraged to attend at the resource center located on the south side of the Butler square at 13 W. Dakota street.





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