Two from Osceola arrested in St. Clair County

On Sept. 14, a St. Clair County deputy arrested Eric Bell, 26, Osceola, on a St. Clair County a warrant charging him with two class C felony charges, burglary-second degree and receiving stolen property. Bond is set at $20,000 cash or surety. The charges stem from an Osceola Police Department investigation conducted the previous month. On Sept. 15, Mr. Bell was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant revoking bond on class C felony charge of assault-second degree. Bond is set at $25,000 cash only and $25,000 surety. Bell was in custody at the St. Clair County Jail when the warrant was served. The original charge stems from an Osceola Police Department investigation in August 2015.

On Sept. 14, Robert Wilson Jr., 37, Osceola, was arrested on two St. Clair County warrants for failing to appear in court. Total bond is set at $40,000 cash or surety.
In one case, Wilson failed to appear in court on three class C felony charges burglary-second degree and a class C felony of theft/stealing. The warrant was issued in April of this year and stems from an incident in October 2014 when a burglary was reported on NW Highway B at a home owned by Bill Wishon. Several items were reported missing.  
In another case, Wilson failed to appear in court on a class C felony charge of forgery. The charge stems from a St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office investigation that started in January 2015 regarding a check being written on Charlotte White’s account and signed without her permission.       

2016 Butler Homecoming Parade Photo Album

The weather didn't really cooperate this afternoon for the Butler Bears Homecoming Parade.

Never the less several braved the weather and managed to have a nice parade.

Thank you to everyone who helped to make this afternoon's parade a success.

Mid America Live will have scoring updates from the football game as they become available and as always we will update with Week 4 of the Missouri State High School Football Scores.

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Obituary - Tonya Lynn Woody

Tonya Lynn Woody

Tonya Lynn Woody, 45, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at her home in rural Nevada, MO. She was born on December 27, 1970 in Kansas City, MO to Don W. Roark and Judith Ann Wittie Roark. She married Keith Woody on October 6, 1990 in Kansas City, MO and he survives of the home.

Tonya was raised in Kansas City and graduated from Winnetonka High School class of 1989. She worked as a florist for a time in Kansas City and following her marriage came to the Nevada/ Bronaugh area in 1999. Tonya was a homemaker and in addition to her family loved her many cats and dogs.

She is survived by her husband, Keith; her three children, Travis Woody, Savannah Woody and Sophia Woody all of the home; one brother, John Stevenson and his wife Michelle, Liberty, MO; two sisters, Sherri Roark-Power and her husband Jeff, Pleasant Valley, MO, and Donna Templeton and her husband Earl, Kansas City, MO; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. in White Chapel Cemetery, Gladstone, MO on Tuesday, September 20, 2016. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday, September 19, 2016 at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, MO.

Those who wish may contribute to a scholarship fund for her children in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

Burglary reported in rural Appleton City

On Sept. 13, a St. Clair County deputy took a burglary report on NW Highway A, Appleton City. Kristy Stewart reported a .223 caliber rifle and several pieces of jewelry were stolen out of her home. 

Items reported missing include diamond ear rings, a diamond and gold band ring, an engagement ring, a diamond tennis bracelet, spare keys to vehicles, and $500 cash. 

The investigations are ongoing. Sheriff Keeler urges those with any related information should contact the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line, 417-646-5832, or email to tips@scsomo.org.

Warrant Issued in St. Clair County

Daniel Smith

On Sept. 12, a St. Clair County warrant was issued for Daniel Smith, 41, Lowry City, charging him with class C felony domestic assault-second degree. Bond is set at $20,000 cash or surety. Smith was originally charged with class A misdemeanor domestic assault. On Sept. 12, the prosecutor dismissed the case and refilled it charging Smith with the felony charge.

The charge stems from an investigation on Dec. 31, 2015 when a St. Clair County deputy responded to a domestic disturbance on NW 151 Road, Lowry City. Smith allegedly hit a female victim in the face with his fist, placed her in a head lock, and hit her again multiple times. The victim also had a bite injury to her left wrist and her left shoulder.

Appleton City man arrested on two class C Felonies in St. Clair County

Robert Pettyjohn

On Sept. 14, Robert Pettyjohn, 34, Appleton City, was arrested on a St. Clair County warrant charging him with two class C felony charges, rape-second degree and felonious restraint. Bond is set at $35,000 cash only.

The charges stem from an incident the previous day when Pettyjohn allegedly raped a female who he was in a domestic relationship with. 

The victim stated during the incident Pettyjohn placed his hands on the bed over her shoulders to prevent her from escaping. 

From Coroner Gary Schowengerdt to the voters of Bates County

In a recent interview with Coroner Gary Schowengerdt, he would like to thank the residents of Bates County. Schowengerdt stated, “Thank you for your support for the past 24 years that I have served as your Bates County Coroner. I decided NOT to run for re-election. I will continue with our family business, the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel, Inc. It has been a true honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Bates County.” Schowengerdt has been a lifelong resident of Butler and a graduate from Butler High School in 1965. Gary was elected by the voters of Bates County to become Coroner in 1992 and has continued to be re-elected since that time.

The Missouri Coroners’ and Medical Examiners’ Association states, “The office of Coroner is not among the first government services that come to mind when citizens think what they pay for with property taxes. The Coroner is an obscure job visible mainly to the members of public safety agencies, journalists and relatives of those who die from suspected homicides, suicides or accidents. Other members of the public have little reason to familiarize themselves with the workings of the office or the qualifications of those who hold the office of Coroner.”

Most residents are unsure of what the Coroner does specifically. Schowengerdt explained, “In counties with a large population such as Jackson and Cass Counties, a Medical Examiner (licensed physician) is appointed as Coroner. In smaller populated counties such as Bates County, the office of Coroner is an elected position. Many years ago, Dr. Douglas C. Ronald was elected as Bates County Coroner. It is apparent to me that it is now time for our county again to have a medical professional serve as our Coroner.” Due to the doctors’ commitments of caring for their patients, time would not allow them to serve as Coroner. This is when the Funeral Home Directors/Embalmers were elected as Coroners. With the amount of drugs and shootings that are happening in the world today, Schowengerdt feels it would be beneficial for the Coroner to have medical and law enforcement experience to determine the cause and manner of death.

Coroner Schowengerdt explained, “What is a coroner and what does the coroner do?” A Coroner determines the cause and manner of death with Law Enforcement present. They will then notify the family. Once the family has been contacted, they will notify the funeral home of choice. Coroners are on call 24/7, there is never an “off” time. The Coroner is to only identify deaths of violence by homicide, suicide or an accident. The County Coroner will sometimes respond to the ER to determine cause and manner of death. Nursing homes are required to notify the Coroner that a person has died.

The Coroner also performs duties of the Sheriff when the office is vacant by death or otherwise. When a Coroner enters the scene he usually wears a badge for identification that is symbolic to a law enforcement badge.

To recognize Coroner Gary Schowengerdt for his 24 years of dedicated service as Bates County Coroner, there will be an appreciation luncheon set at a later date.

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Accident on west 52 highway

The Butler Fire Department, EMS and first responders are on the scene of an accident at the entrance to the Butler City Lake on west 52 highway.

Expect delays if traveling through the area; Mid America Live will provide updates as they become available.


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