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Two arrested after seach warrant in Nevada

Linda Walters

For the second time this week Nevada Police executed a search warrant in the 900 block of North Colorado Street during the late evening hours on February 8, 2017. 

Casey Brown

Officers had obtained information in regards to methamphetamine being used at the residence.

During the execution of the warrant, officers contacted two female residents of the home. During the search officers located what is believed to be suspected methamphetamine and multiple pieces of drug paraphernalia.

During the course of the investigation officers took into custody both female residents and they were transported to the Vernon County Jail. The suspected methamphetamine will be sent to the Missouri State Highway Patrol laboratory for further testing.

Earlier this week Nevada Police had served a search warrant in connection with a fugitive being at the residence that was identified as, 28 year old, Dustin Pike of Nevada. Also during the warrant officers located suspected methamphetamine and other related drug paraphernalia.

Officers were eventually able to apprehend Pike a few days later at a nearby residence.

The two suspects have been identified as follows; Nevada resident, 23 year old, Casey Brown. The following charges have been filed through the Vernon County Associate Court as follows; Possession of a Controlled Substance, D Felony, Keeping or Maintaining a Public Nuisance, E Felony with a bond of $10,000 cash only.

Also, Nevada resident, 44 year old, Linda Walters. The following charges have been filed through the Vernon County Associate Court as follows Possession of a Controlled Substance, D Felony, Keeping or Maintaining a Public Nuisance, E Felony with a bond of $7,500 cash only. Both Walters and Brown remain in the Vernon County Jail.

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.

Nevada Speedway sold to new owner

We the Anders family would like to thank our loyal fans and racers who have continued to support Nevada Speedway. At this time we would like to announce we have sold the track to Rob Hail. 

We wish nothing but continued success for I-49 Nevada Speedway as we look forward to transitioning from racetrack owners to racers once again. We look forward to seeing everyone opening night. Sit down, buckle up and hang on!!!

Obituary - Wanda Arlene Cox

Wanda Arlene Cox

Wanda Arlene Cox died on February 8, 2017 at the age of 100. Wanda was born on June 11, 1916 in Blue Mound, Kansas, the only daughter of Velma and John Field. Wanda married C. Lorimer Cox of Mound City, Kansas in 1938 and lived on a dairy farm until their retirement, then moving to Pleasanton, Kansas. 

Lorimer Cox passed in 1996 and Wanda later moved to Independence, Kansas to live closer to family. Two children were born of this union, Marsha Cox Dieker and the late Larry Dieker of Columbus, Ohio, and Garen Cox and his wife, Waneta Mitts Cox of Independence, Kansas. Wanda is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. 

Funeral services are planned for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Webb and Rodrick Chapel and Crematory in Independence, Kansas with graveside services in Pleasanton, Kansas to follow at 3:00 p.m.

Updated Obituary - Dale Wiskur

Dale Wiskur

Dale Wiskur, 88, Harrisonville, MO, died Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at his home. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 13 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville with burial in Crescent Hill Cemetery, Adrian, MO. 

Friends may call from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, February 12 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville.

Raffle for Kameron Williams

Raffle for Kameron Williams and his family to help generate a little money. What do the people of Facebook think about winning a chance for up to 20 hours and professional tattoo work (well over 2000$ worth of work) and tickets being $20 a piece all of the proceeds going towards Kamerons family. Drawing will be after April Winners will include (1) 2 hr session, (2) 4 hour sessions, and (1) 10 hour session, any session longer than four hours will be limited to 5hr long sessions until time is complete. Winners may be liable to pay if more sessions are needed and allotted time is expired unless negotiated on a price or other option. Anyone can enter if legally acceptable, only four drawings will be drawn. If in the instance one person is drawn four times the sessions don't exceed a length of 5 hours in one sitting unless negotiations are made between The winner and Electric City Ink.

From the desk of Harrisonville Mayor Brian Hasek

I am happy to announce that Tuesday night I signed the Ordinance granting a special use permit for Dale Williamson to open a Tattoo shop on the square in Harrisonville. 

This has been a long process (too long for my taste) and I am excited for him to get his business off the ground. Congratulations.

From the desk of Harrisonville Mayor
Brian Hasek

Semi truck rollover causing headache in Harrisonville

Courtesy of The Harrisonville Police Department

The southbound I 49 exit to Mechanic street in Harrisonville is closed due to this accident. 

The exit will be closed for the foreseeable future and we will update as soon as possible. Only minor injuries are reported at this time.

Harrisonville Police and Emergency Services were dispatched at approximately 0753 hours to the exit ramp for an overturned semi-truck and trailer. 

The trailer has fallen on its side and is blocking a portion of the ramp. The driver was treated at the scene and released for minor injuries. 

Due to the trailer being loaded the ramp is expected to be closed for several hours to upright the truck and remove it from the roadway.


Courtesy of The Harrisonville Police Department