Job Opening In Belton

The Belton MO Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer with the City of Belton, MO. Qualified individuals must be 21 years of age, have a current Missouri POST class A or B certification, have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, have 60 hours or college, be a valid U.S. citizen, and possess a valid driver’s license. Prior military service may be considered as a substitute for applicants who do not have 60 hours of college. Those applicants who have some college but fall short of the 60 hours are still encouraged to apply.
Screening and processing criteria requires the applicant successfully pass a written examination, oral interview, psychological and/or personality inventory, extensive background, CVSA, and physical examination/drug screen.

The City of Belton, MO provides a competitive benefits package which includes health, life, vision, cafeteria plan, and dental insurance for the employee and their families. The city also offers an attractive pension plan, along with a 457K government investment plan.

The City of Belton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Additional information about the position, the department, or any salary and benefit information will be provided at the request of any interested parties. 

Completed applications may be mailed or hand delivered to the following address with attention to Lt. Travis George:
Belton MO Police Department
7001 E 163rd St.
Belton, MO 64012

Interested parties may also scan and email their application packet; however contact should first be made with Lt. George.
*For additional questions, interested parties should contact Lt. Travis George at (816) 348-4405, or by email at tgeorge@beltonpd.org.

Clinton man seriously injured in Johnson County crash

One person was injured in a one-vehicle accident on March 21 in Johnson County on Highway 23, around three-tenths of a mile south of Route Y.

William K. Courtois, 28, Clinton, wearing a seat belt, northbound in a 2012 Buick Regal, was attempting to pass an unknown vehicle. The unknown vehicle swerved into the path of the Courtois vehicle to avoid striking a deer. Subsequently, the Courtois vehicle traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck an embankment and overturned.

William K. Courtois experienced serious injuries and was transported by the Johnson County Ambulance District to Research Hospital. His vehicle was totaled and removed from the scene by B & L Towing.

Nevada Speedway Test & Tune Play Day

It's time to get the season started at Nevada Speedway! Test & Tune this Saturday March 25th from 1:30pm until dark. Pit passes are just $10! Any drivers are welcome to attend!

Obituary - Della Mae Saffels

Della Mae Saffels

Della Mae Saffels of Harrisonville, Missouri was born June 9, 1929 in Independence, Missouri the daughter of Harry James and Ellen Mae (Titus) Tumlinson. She departed this life on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Crown Care Center, Harrisonville surrouned by love and family at the age of 87 years, 9 months and 21 days.

On October 27, 1945 Della Mae was united in marriage to Elmer Eugene "Gene" Saffels in Girard, Kansas.

Della Mae was a homemaker and a member of Messiah Lutheran Church, Independence, Missouri. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Della Mae enjoyed painting, sewing and doing yard work. Gene and Della Mae had moved to Harrisonville in 1966.

Besides her parents, Della Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Gene on September 17, 1995.

Della Mae is survived by two sons, Ron Saffels and wife, Jeanenne, Rick Saffels and wife, Diane; a daughter, Cathy Roush and husband, Mick all of Harrisonville, Missouri; eight grandchildren; twenty two great-grandchildren; her sister, Dolores Dickey, Pittsburg, Missouri; other relatives and a host of friends.

A graveside memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 24, 2017 at Orient Cemetery, Harrisonville, Missouri. Cremation.

Final arrangements entrusted to Dickey Funeral Home, Harrisonville, Missouri.

Ferguson Bail Bonding attempting to locate 3/21/17

WANTED ON WARRANT out of Harrisonville, MO
LYLE EDWARD MCMAINS
Residence: Harrisonville, MO
Any information provided that will help us locate McMains will be kept strictly confidential

WANTED ON WARRANT out of Harrisonville, MO
DALTON LEE DAVIS
Residence: Belton, MO
Any information provided that will help us locate Davis will be kept strictly confidential

WANTED ON WARRANT out of Raymore, MO
JENNIFER SUE ZUBER
Residence: Belton, MO
Any information provided that will help us locate Zuber will be kept strictly confidential

If you know the whereabouts of these people in the photos about please call (816) 510-6815 - (816) 510-4262.

Updated Obituary - Jennifer Jo (Stevens) Shaw

Jennifer Jo (Stevens) Shaw

Jennifer Jo (Stevens) Shaw, 38, of Pleasanton, Kansas died Friday March 17, 2017 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. Jennifer was born January 29, 1979 at Lawton, Oklahoma on the Fort Sill Army Base to Virgil and Brenda (Kurtz) Stevens. Jennifer graduated from Olathe North High School in Olathe and worked for several years as a manager of a Salvation Army Thrift Store. She married Jason Shaw on March 15, 1999. He survives. Jennifer''s dedication to her church and her community was well known. 

She was an accomplished photographer and a very creative person. Jennifer loved all children and enjoyed being room mother for her four children where she was known for turning every day events into extraordinary experiences. Jennifer was preceded in death by one son, Travis Shaw on November 20, 2001, and her mother, Brenda Stevens on July 21, 2005. Jennifer is survived by two sons, Isaac and Nicholas Shaw; two daughters, Gracie and Emily Shaw; two sisters, Crystal Stevens and Gina Faulkner; and her father, Virgil Stevens.

A funeral service for Jennifer will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 25, 2017 at Schneider Funeral Homes and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. A visitation will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 pm on Friday, March 24, 2017. Burial will be in Pleasanton Cemetery beside her son. The family suggests memorials to Jennifer Stevens Shaw Memorial Fund, c/o Schneider Funeral Home, P.O. Box 525, Pleasanton, KS 66075. The family has also established an account at gofundme.com. Friends and family may leave online condolences at www.schneiderfunerals.com

Obituary - Kyle Dean Nelson

Kyle Dean Nelson

Kyle Dean Nelson, age 32, Pleasanton, Kansas passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2017. He was born on January 8, 1985 in Overland Park, Kansas the son of Tony and Jeanette Kasper Nelson. 

He graduated from Pleasanton High School in the Class of 2004. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Larry and Shirley Nelson. 

He is survived by his mother Jeanette Nelson, father, Tony Nelson, daughter, Payton Rose Nelson, maternal grandparents, Ronald and Joyce Kasper and two brothers, Justin Zinn and Chad Nelson.

Graveside service will be held 2 pm Thursday, March 23, 2017 at the Linville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm Wednesday at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory Pleasanton Chapel. 

The family suggests contributions to a mental health organization of choice. On line condolences for the family can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel.

Cleveland Missouri man seriously injured in early morning Cass County Crash

On 3/21/17 around 1:45am the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to a one vehicle rollover accident on Route Y at East 239th Street in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2006 Ford Mustang driven by 27 year old Daniel A. Bottemiller of Cleveland, Missouri failed to negotiate a curve causing the vehicle to travel off the left side of the roadway and strike a stop sign. The vehicle continued across the roadway and became airborne, striking several trees before coming to rest on its top.

Mr. Bottenmiller sustained serious injuries in this accident and he was transported by private vehicle to Belton Regional Medical Center in Belton,Missouri for treatment. The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene by J's Southland tow. 

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