Misdemeanor warrant arrests in St. Clair County

On March 2, Michael Lindsey, 31, Deepwater, was arrested on a Clinton Police Department warrant for failing to appear in court on an ordinance violation. Bond is set at $250 cash only.

On Feb. 29, Michael Emerick, 40, Osceola, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant charging him with class A misdemeanor domestic assault-third degree. Bond is set at $5,000 cash or surety. The charge stems from an incident the previous evening when St. Clair County deputies responded to a physical domestic call in progress on NE 309 Road, Osceola. The investigation revealed Emerick allegedly struck a family member above the left eye with a closed fist. He was taken into custody and transported to the St. Clair County Jail.

Felony St. Clair County Sheriffs Office warrant arrests

On March 2, Micky Kottwitz, 40, Osceola, was arrested at the St. Clair County Courthouse on two outstanding warrants from other jurisdictions. Kottwitz was arrested on a Henry County warrant charging him with class C felony possession of a controlled substance. Bond is set at $10,000 cash or surety.  He was also arrested on a Boone County warrant for failing to appear in court on a class A misdemeanor charge of harassing communication from the Columbia Police Department. Bond on that charge is set at $5,000 cash or surety.

On March 1, Melissa Collins, 33, Osceola, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant charging her with class C felony possession of a controlled substance and class A misdemeanor unlawful use of drug paraphernalia. Bond is set at $15,000 cash or surety. The charges stem from an incident on Feb. 19 when St. Clair County deputies arrested Collins on another felony warrant for possessing a controlled substance. During her arrest a plastic bag containing a white powder substance and a piece of tin foil containing a yellow rock substance were located in her possession. The items field tested positive for methamphetamine. Drug paraphernalia and a misdemeanor amount of marijuana was also located.

On Feb. 29, Dorothy Taylor, 48, Springfield, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant charging her with class C felony possession of a controlled substance. Bond is set at $15,000 cash or surety. The charge stems from an Osceola Police Department investigation in February 2015.

UPDATE: Garden City Police get tips on vandalism case

The juveniles responsible for at least three incidents of vehicle vandalism that occurred last week in the Garden City Area have been identified.

Thank you for your tips!







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Missouri drug dealers could face taxes under Senate bill

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - Lawmakers are considering whether to tax Missouri's drug dealers.

Sen. Wayne Wallingford told a Senate panel Thursday that dealers would face an additional charge of tax evasion if they are caught with more than 35 grams of marijuana, a gram of other drugs or a dosage of illegal substances without paying a tax. Dealers would buy stamps from the state to prove they paid the tax.

Wallingford said he intends for the bill to raise money for law enforcement, not permit drug use. He said this would provide another way to prosecute drug dealers.

Sarah Rossi of the American Civil Liberties Union opposed the legislation, saying it would penalize someone twice for the same crime.

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws says 20 states have stamp laws.

Copyright 2016 The Associated Press.

North Main Street closed due to Gas Leak

The Butler Fire Department along with Liberty Utilities will have North Main Street closed from Lee Street in Butler to County Road 5004 ( Airport Road) for a unknown amount of time this afternoon to fix a gas leak in the area.

Please avoid this area and to all traffic using North Main Street please find a alternate route around this.

Mid America Live News will update this when more information is made available to us from Butler Fire Chief Jim Henry .


Copyright Mid America Live News

Meet the Nevada Police Department's Newest Intern

Barbara Odhomi

Pictured is Barbara Odhomi, she is currently a first year student at Cottey College, and is from Nigeria, Barbara has chosen to major in Information Technology, and Psychology. She plans on getting a minor in Criminal Justice or Political Science.

After the completion of her bachelor's degree she wants to obtain a law degree. Her career goal is to become a successful criminal lawyer. Her hobbies are singing, cooking, acting, and reading.

If you see Barbara welcome her to the Nevada Community.

Friendly reminder from Butler Music

Just a friendly reminder for our local customers. Due to the increased business of our online company Butler Music has no longer been accepting items for pawn since December 31st, 2015.

If you still have an item in pawn it needs to be picked up by March 31st, 2016. We appreciate all the pawn business we have done with our local customers and would like to say Thank You!!!

If you have any questions or concerns about an active pawn please stop in or call us at 660-679-3500.

Last Day to pick up active pawns is MARCH 31ST, 2016.

Age before beauty? Never!

Greg Mullinax proudly answers questions about his 1893
Wm. Knabe concert grand piano

Whether it's ragtime or Mozart, the sound radiating from this 100+ year old piano simply cannot be duplicated by a newer model. Not to mention, the appearance and styling are unrivaled as well. Truly a one of a kind found right here in Bates County.

Just yesterday, Peggy Buhr and others from the Bates County Museum paid a visit to Mullinax Funeral home to see and hear the 1893 Wm. Knabe & Co grand piano on display. 

The stately concert piano was discovered recently in Bates County- the previous owner wished it to be restored to its former glory. Greg Mullinax has done just that, making it a permanent fixture at the funeral home. And yes, it is 100% functional and can be used as part of services held in the chapel.

In fact, during the visit yesterday, Mullinax treated those present with "Hallelujah" and Pachelbel's Canon in D on the solid Mahogany keepsake. 

In talking to Greg Mullinax today, he said the public is invited to stop by (time permitting of course) for a 'mini concert'... and if you're able, feel free to tickle the ivories yourself.

A 'rear view' of the detail and craftsmanship of the past

At 123 years of age, the piano is in all original condition, thanks to
proper care over the years 

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