Harrisonville man seriously injured in rollover accident

On 2/25/17 around 3:15pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County responded to a one vehicle rollover accident in the Southbound lanes of I-49 at Mile Marker 161.6 in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2006 Dodge Caravan driven by 43 year old Christopher R. Stephens of Harrisonville, Missouri traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a sign post before traveling through the grass causing the vehicle to overturn and catch fire.

Mr. Stephens sustained serious injuries in this accident and he was transported by Life Flight Eagle to Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri for treatment.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene by Miller Tow.



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Obituary - Michael Edward Bruhn

Michael Edward Bruhn

Michael Edward Bruhn Michael Edward Bruhn, 61, of Nevada, MO passed from this life on February 26, 2017 at Freeman Health System in Joplin, MO following a battle with cancer. Michael was born on October 23, 1955 in Eureka, KS to Kenneth Edward Bruhn and Norma Lee (Armitage) Bruhn.

Michael was raised in Eureka, KS and moved with his family to Clinton as a teenager and attended Clinton High School. He came to Nevada in the early 1980’s and spent most of his life here working as a cook at White Grill, Nevada Country Club, and Buzz’s BBQ. Michael was loved by his many friends and he loved golfing and cooking. He enjoyed attending sporting events with his son and dad and was an avid KC Chief’s fan. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Nevada.

He is survived by his parents Kenneth and Norma Bruhn, Nevada; Kenneth Edward Bruhn, II, son, Nevada; Terri Cornell, sister, and her husband Paul, Clinton, MO; Stacy Harrington, niece, and her husband Will; great nieces Taylor and Briana and great nephew Noah; and several aunts, uncles and numerous cousins.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2017, at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Rev. Bill Platt officiating. Those who wish may contribute in Michael’s memory to American Cancer Society or Alzheimer’s Association in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

MSHP Helicopter And Marine Operation Troopers Rescue Missing Fisherman

At approximately 8 p.m. on February 24, 2017, Donna Stearns, from Harrisonville, MO, contacted Troop A, Lee’s Summit and requested Troop A officers assist her in locating her missing 49-year-old husband, Kenneth Stearns. 

Mrs. Stearns stated she and her husband were camping in the area and Mr. Stearns was reportedly fishing by boat on Truman Lake near Sparrowfoot Campground since approximately 1 p.m., and had not returned. Troop A officers and Patrol helicopter 93MP responded to assist in the search. 

At approximately 4 a.m., on February 25, 2017, the Patrol helicopter located Mr. Stearns on the lake near a partially submerged sand bar between the Sparrowfoot and Deepwater access, in a remote area of the lake. The Patrol pilot directed officers by boat to Stearns location where they extracted him and transported him to the Sparrowfoot boat ramp where emergency personnel were waiting. Mr. Stearns was transported to Golden Valley Hospital before being transferred to Kansas University Medical Center. 

Mr. Steans suffered serious health effects from being exposed to the elements. Watercraft operators must consider the effect their actions have on others: 

Share the waterway and use common sense, good judgment, and courtesy to ensure the safety of all. Life jackets save lives. Wear It!!

Obituary - Tonya LeAnn Kerr

Tonya LeAnn Kerr, 22, of Nevada, MO passed from this life on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, MO. Tonya was born on October 9, 1994 in Nevada to Paul Thomas Kerr and Lisa Ann (Harth) Thurman.

Tonya grew up in the Nevada and Fort Scott, KS areas. She became disabled at the age of six following an automobile accident.

Survivors include her father, Paul Kerr, Whitewood, SD; step-father, Dale Thurman, Oswego, KS; grandfather, Donald Bohm, Whitewood, SD, grandmother, Pamela Harth, Nevada; aunt and uncle, Ray and Angela Proctor, of the home in Nevada; uncle, Michael Harth, Nevada; aunts, Cindy Brown, Joplin; , Debbie and Tom Gray, Lee’s Summit, MO, Shelley Bowers, Stantonsburg, NC, Christina and Jason Coffield, Whitewood, SD, and uncle, Joseph and Jamie Bohm, Fourche, SD, and numerous other aunts and uncles in South Dakota as well as several cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother Lisa Ann Thurman, Feb 9, 2001, and her grandfather, Dean Harth.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Rev. Mark Mitchell officiating. A private family committal will follow in Deerfield Cemetery, Deerfield, MO.

Vehicle theft from Appleton City Feed Store

On February 22, 2017 an employee of the Appleton City Feed Store contacted the Bates County Sheriff’s Office about truck that was stolen from the feed store the previous day. 

The employee found the stolen truck near Stirling Drive in Butler and contacted the Sheriff’s Office. 

St. Clair County was notified since the crime happened in St. Clair County. 

A Detective from St. Clair County processed the truck and then it was turned over to the owner.

Two arrested after disturbance in Adrian

Barbara Gift

Frank Woodall

On February 24, 2017 Bates County Sheriff's Deputies responded to 8th street in Adrian, MO in regards to a disturbance that resulted in two arrests. Child Services were at the residence and was requesting help. 
Arguments between the two parties escalated and an altercation occurred.

Frank Woodall (DOB 10/12/1989) and Barbara Gift (DOB 4/23/1965) were transported to the Bates County Jail.

Mr. Woodall was charged with Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer and for Resisting Arrest. His bond was set at $5000.00 cash or surety.

Gift was charged with Resisting Arrest. Her bond was set at $5000.00 cash or surety.

Obituary - Mary Jane Bise

Mary Jane Bise

Mary Jane Bise, 89 of Butler, Missouri passed away February 26, 2017 at Bates County Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009) with Pastor Terry Davis officiating. 

Visitation will be held prior to the service Wednesday from 11:00 to 1:00 pm also at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. 

Contributions are suggested in lieu of flowers to the Butler Senior Center or the First Baptist Church Women’s Group. Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Mary Jane Bise was born February 19, 1928 in Diggins, MO. to Arnold Edwin and Minnie Owings Semsch. She was united in marriage to Lee Roy Bise on August 24, 1947. She taught school for many years as a substitute teacher. Mary Jane was a proud member of the First Baptist Church of Butler, and taught bible school for decades. She was a member of the the Collector’s Club, and was an avid collector. But over all, she had devoted herself to a life of service to others.

Mary Jane was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Lee Bise in 1995, three brothers, and three sisters. She is survived by her three sons, Eddie Bise of Belton, MO., Roger Bise and wife Cygnet of Fort Smith, AR., and Jeff Bise and wife Kelly of Derby, KS., ten grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, a sister Eva Hall of Calhoun, MO., along with far too many friends to count.

Missing kitty on S.Fulton in Butler

Our kitten is missing. Name is Leo. Went missing on S. Fulton St. 

If seen, his home address is 8 S. Fulton St. or you can call 660 464 2989.