Traffic Alert Cass County

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TRAFFIC ALERT:
There is an overturned truck on the southbound exit ramp near the Mechanic Street Exit and I-49.

There could be lane closures as officers work this accident. 

Good news is it doesn't appear that there are any injuries. We'll keep you updated. - Courtesy of the Harrisonville Police Department

Butler Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare invites you to free coffee and pancakes

Free Coffee and Pancakes on August 14th at the Flaming Lantern from 6:30-8:30AM. 

Join for Fun, Food, and Information Sponsored by Butler Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare.

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Dr. Maggie Heiman joins Compass Health in Clinton

Maggie Heiman, D.D.S., recently joined the Compass Health dental group in Clinton.

Dr. Heiman, a 2010 alumna of Butler High School, studied at the prestigious University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Dentistry prior to accepting a position at Compass Health.

“I’m excited to be part of the Clinton staff,” Dr. Heiman said. “Compass Health has established itself as a leader in community health care both in Missouri and nationally. I appreciate the opportunity to work alongside some of the best dental health care providers in the area and serve the people of Henry County and the surrounding region.”

The Clinton office is open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday – Dr. Heiman is available Tuesday through Friday – and accepts private insurance, self pay, and Medicaid. For an appointment call 888-403-1071.

Compass Health provides a full continuum of behavioral health services as well as family health care and dental health services in 51 Missouri counties and two parishes in Louisiana. It operates dental facilities in nine Missouri communities – Union, Sullivan, Butler, Clinton, El Dorado Springs, Osceola, St. Charles, Warrenton and Wentzville.

Pathways Community Health, Crider Health Center and Royal Oaks Hospital form the Compass Health network.


Courtesy of the Compass Health Facebook Page

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Obituary - Herbert James Newell

Herbert James Newell age 39 of Garden City, Missouri departed this life Monday, July 30, 2018 at Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence, Missouri.

Herbert is survived by his parents, Gary and Judy Newell of the home; a sister, Jennifer Smith and her husband Matt of Garden City, Missouri; a nephew, Nicholas and a niece, Emma; other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services will be held Monday, August 6, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. at the Dudley Funeral Home, New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Entombment will be in the Edgewater - New Smyrna Cemetery, Edgewater, Florida.

The family will receive friends Monday, August 6, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

A complete obituary will be posted here as soon as that information becomes available.

From the Belton Police Department

On July 31st at approximately 9:30pm, Belton officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Stacey Dr on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers discovered that a car and an occupied residence had been shot multiple times. The occupants of the residence were not injured. Officers were able to learn that a white sedan was seen leaving the area shortly after the shooting.

The same evening at approximately 11:30 pm, Belton officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Carnegie on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers discovered that another occupied residence had been shot multiple times. The occupants of that residence were also not injured. Again, a white sedan was seen leaving the area shortly after the shooting.

On August 1st at approximately 1240 am, a Belton police officer observed a white Lexus bearing a temporary license plate in the area of 58 hwy and Y hwy. The officer attempted to conduct an investigative stop on the vehicle but it fled. The vehicle fled north on I-49 into Grandview where officers lost sight of the vehicle and terminated the pursuit.

These incidents are still under investigation by the department.

Schools Are Back In Session Soon; Watch For Students!

As summer vacation comes to a close, students across Missouri are preparing to begin their 2018-2019 school year. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds drivers this brings a change in traffic patterns ─ school buses and parents taking their children to school will join other motorists on the road and affect the morning and afternoon commute. It is critical for drivers to be alert, especially near school zones, playgrounds, and bicycle paths. Whatever route you drive, expect this additional traffic and prepare by allowing extra time to reach your destination.

In 2017, five people were killed and 401 people were injured in 869 traffic crashes involving school buses. Parents are encouraged to talk to their children about riding a bus, walking, or driving to school in a safe manner. If they ride a bike, please make sure they wear a helmet and follow traffic laws.

Most traffic crashes involving young drivers (under the age of 21) in 2017 occurred between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., when school typically lets out. Drivers need to be aware of the increased traffic during this time—and not just in areas around schools. Many of these drivers are young and inexperienced. Parents: It is important to encourage those young drivers to remember driving is a full-time job. Using a cell phone, texting, or adjusting the radio can be the distraction that leads to a traffic crash. Texting is against the law for anyone under the age of 22.

Missouri law states that on a two-lane road, if a school bus is stopped and displaying warning signals while loading or unloading children, drivers must stop when meeting and following the bus. However, it is only necessary to stop on a four-lane highway when following the bus. Drivers, when you see a stopped school bus, stay alert and follow the law. Children may not be aware of traffic and dart unexpectedly into the roadway. 

The only 100 percent survivable crash is the one that never happens. Make sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Every day as we travel on Missouri’s roadways, we trust that every driver on the road is going to obey the speed limit, pay attention, and drive sober. “Don’t Violate The Trust.”