Nevada Police Serve Search Warrant, Locate Narcotics

On February 2, 2017 Nevada Police served a search warrant in the 900 block of north Colorado during the late evening hours. Officers had been obtaining information in regards to a possible wanted male subject being at the home and the distribution of narcotics taking place at the residence.

During the execution of the warrant, officers located three known subjects inside the residence. During the course of the investigation officers located suspected methamphetamines, and other drug related paraphernalia items at the scene.

The suspected methamphetamine will be sent to the Missouri State Highway Patrol laboratory for further testing.

Officers were able to determine that the wanted suspect had been at the residence, but had left prior to law enforcement arrival.

The investigation in on-going and will be sent to the Vernon County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for the review and filing of formal charges. Once formal charges have been filed the release of names will be available to the public.

Citizens are encouraged to contact the police if they have any information that would be helpful to combat crime.

For questions regarding crime prevention techniques or to start a Neighborhood Watch Program, contact the Nevada Police Department at 417- 448 – 5100.

To report criminal activities call 911 or us the Tip Hotline 417- 448 - 5117.  Any and all information will be kept confidential.

Right-to-Work Set to Be Signed into Law

From Representative Patricia Pike

The Missouri House gave final approval this week to Senate legislation that would make Missouri the nation’s 28th Right-to-Work state. Designed to spur job creation and economic development, the bill approved by the General Assembly, would ensure employees are able to decide whether or not to join a labor union as a condition of employment.

The bill also includes a clause that will exempt existing union contracts. Specifically, it exempts any current agreement between an employer and labor organization from the restrictions in the bill. However, the provisions of the bill will apply to any current agreement that is later renewed, extended, amended, or modified.

When it is signed into law by Governor Greitens, the provisions in the bill will take effect August 28 of this year.

Lawmakers Reject Proposed Pay Increase (HCR 4)

The House passed HCR 4 quickly, and after several hours of discussion Monday evening, the Senate voted to join the House in rejecting proposed pay raises for elected officials and judges. The resolution approved by both chambers will prevent the pay increase recommendations made by the Citizens’ Commission on Compensation for Elected Officials from going into effect.

Lawmakers gave bipartisan support to the measure as they noted it is not appropriate to use taxpayer dollars to increase their own pay. Members of the General Assembly have consistently voted every two years to reject proposals that increase their own pay. Lawmakers said it was even more important to reject an increase this year because of the state’s difficult budget situation. The measure now moves to the governor for his approval.

Weekend Forecast

A rogue snow flurry is possible this morning. But generally quiet weather is expected through the weekend. Below normal temperatures today will give way to well above normal temperatures by Sunday.

Obituary - Donald G. Dillon

 Donald G. Dillon, 84, of Urich, Missouri passed away Monday,January 30, 2017 at his home. Donald's wishes were to be cremated with a family service at a later date. 

Family suggests memorial contributions go to the Golden Valley Shooting Range of Clinton, Missouri and may be left in care of the funeral home.  Fond memories and condolences may be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com .

Donald was born January 4, 1933 in Maquon, Illinois to Clarence Clifton Dillon and Rena Mae Bell Long. Donald was a proud member of the Teamster Union  for 22 years working for Jones Trucking Company in Kansas City, Missouri. He was an avid John Wayne fan, loved to play cards, hunt, fish, go to gun shows and to just sit and visit.

Donald is proceeded in death by his parents and his wife, Betty.

Donald is survived by one  son Rodney Dillon (Cheryl) of Nevada, Missouri, two daughters Pamela Thompson (Michael) of Urich, Missouri, and Cindy Butel (Phil) of Sapulta, Oklahoma, 13 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and other family members.

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

Birthday Cards or Get Well Cards would be appreciated

Kameron's birthday is on sunday Feb 5!!!. If anyone would like to send a get well card or birthday card that would be wonderful!! 

The address is: 10500 Quivira Rd, Icu Rm 20, Overland Park, Kansas 66215 Thank you all!!

If you would like to follow Kameron Williams progress on facebook the link is below:

 https://www.facebook.com/Dejhutton/?hc_ref=PAGES_TIMELINE&fref=nf


View the story from yesterday here:
http://batescountynewswire.blogspot.com/2017/02/local-youth-faces-long-road-ahead.html 

Bates County Sheriffs Office abandoned and surplus property auction

The Bates County Sheriff will hold a public auction on February 24, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. to sell abandoned and surplus property. The auction will be located at 901 N Orange in Butler, MO. Items may be viewed one hour prior to the auction. 

The property will be sold as is without any warranties to the highest bidder. All sales are final. The highest bidder must pay for the item(s) they purchase at the auction in cash within one hour after the auction closes. Checks and credit cards will not be accepted. 

1994 Honda Civic
1998 Dodge Dakota
1990 Cadillac
1983 Ford F250
1997 Honda Civic
1996 Chevy Silverado
1986 Chevy S10
1992 Ford Ranger
2003 Suzuki GSXR
2002 Chevy Malibu
2012 Dodge Charger
2007 Dodge 1500
2005 Chevy Van
2 Yamaha 4-Wheelers
2005 Chevy Impala
2003 Ford Crown Victoria
1999 Doo Little Trailer
2001 Ford Taurus
2006 Keys Camper
6 Flatbed Trailers
Fluorescent Shop Lights
Computer Monitors
Miscellaneous Items
*Items may be added or removed before the sale.

Obituary - Dennis Lee Onwiler

Dennis Lee Onwiler age 81, of Calhoun, MO, passed away, Thursday, February 2nd, 2017 at his home.

Among survivors is his wife Elise, of the home.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, of Clinton, and are pending at this time.

Mid America Live News will update when a fully obituary for Mr. Onwiler is made available to us.

Scam Alert!!

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be aware of a phone scam currently going around the nation. An unidentified caller asks the question "Can you hear me now?" 

The response they are seeking is "yes" or "sure" so they can record your voice. If you receive this phone call, hang up immediately. The scammers are trying to capture your voice to verify purchases fraudulently. 

If you feel you have been a victim of this crime please call the local authority where the phone call occurred.


https://www.bbb.org/scamtracker/us