Obituary - John "Duane" Craig

John “Duane” Craig, 79, Adrian, MO, died Monday, May 20, 2019 at Adrian Manor. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Adrian, MO, with cremation to follow. 

Memorial contributions may be made to Duane Craig Memorial Fund. (A complete obituary will be posted when information is available).

No news regarding murder investigation at Butler city lake

Yes, that would appear to be a worthless, throwaway headline...but we've had lots of folks asking for any updates regarding the death of Cindy McCoy at the Butler city lake earlier this month.

We have been told by authorities that we should be getting an update soon regarding charges. 

As soon we do, we will promptly post on Mid America Live.

From Bates County Coronor Greg Mullinax

At approximately 5:13 PM yesterday, May 20, 2019 I responded to a residence in the 900 block of East Pine Street in Rich Hill along with the Rich Hill Police Department and officers from Bates County Sheriff's Office. A 62 year-old man was found to be deceased in his own home. After investigation, foul play is not suspected; no further details can be released at this time.

Greg D. Mullinax
Bates County Coroner

Prayers for Lucas Oil Speedway

A significant storm including a possible tornado struck Wheatland, MO and Lucas Oil Speedway last night. We are surveying the area without any power and will know more soon. Please try to stay safe as the remainder of the storms pass through. 

Please keep all involved in your thoughts and prayers as we evaluate the situation. 

We will provide updates as we are able to evaluate and assess the damage. Thank you for your patience in this difficult time.

Garden City man injured in motorcycle crash

On 5/20/19 around 2:50pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol responded to a two vehicle accident involving a motorcycle on Route B at Rush Road in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2015 GMC Sierra driven by 59 year old Joseph M. Renfro of Garden City, Missouri slowed for a mail carrier he was following and changed lanes to alert following traffic as he passed the mail carrier he was overtaking quickly by the 2016 Honda Motorcycle driven by 19 year old Ryan C. New of Garden City, Missouri causing the Sierra to travel off the roadway.

The Honda entered a skid and struck the ground ejecting the rider from the motorcycle before sliding to a final rest.

Mr. New sustained moderate injuries in this accident and he was transported by ambulance to Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville, Missouri for treatment.

The motorcycle was towed from the scene by J's Southland Tow.

Road Closure In Harrisonville

ROAD CLOSURE: Due to continuing heavy rains, Ash Street has been closed between N Lexington Street and N Bradley Avenue in Harrisonville at this time. 

Please do not attempt to go around the barricades.

 Use caution if out and about today and remember, if you see water running over a roadway, #turnarounddontdrown!

Severe Storms Possible Today

Hume Community News 5/21/19

The community of Hume wishes to extend their sympathy to the family of Betty Nelson. She will be greatly missed by family and friends, our thoughts and prayers are with them all.

Miss Brooklyn Lewis turned the big 5 on May 16. On Sunday, May 19 she celebrated her birthday in style. They enjoyed a late lunch of grilled hot dogs, baked beans and chips. Plus the excitement of a piñata, cake & ice cream were enjoyed by a host of lots of wonderful family and friends. Happy Birthday, Brooklyn!

They will be setting up for the Hume Alumni on Friday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m., if you would like to help they would appreciate it. The Hume Alumni will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m. Clean up for the Alumni will be Sunday, May 26 at 3:00 p.m.

Just a reminder the Hume Fair Board is looking for Prince & Princess Candidates ages 5 to 12 years of age and Rodeo Queen Candidates 13 to 18 years of age.

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Courtesy of Karen Irwin