Thursday, December 26, 2019
It’s a girl!
Blackhawks Nation, let's give a warm welcome to Payton Rae, whose arrival brought a special meaning to Christmas this year. Congratulations to Tyson and Amy Basore and Gunnar! - Courtesy Adrian News Leader
On the edge...
It is going to be a tale of two seasons today as a cold front stalls over the area. North of the cold front will feel more like winter and south will feel more like spring. So, if you want it cooler or hotter, just drive to the side you'd prefer.
MSHP reports two fatalities over Christmas holiday
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports two people died in traffic crashes during the 30-hour 2019 Christmas holiday counting period. The 2019 Christmas counting period ran from 6 p.m., Tuesday, December 24, 2019, through 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, December 25, 2019. 2019 Christmas Holiday Traffic Statistics
Troopers investigated the following:
Traffic Crashes ― 91
Traffic Crash Injuries ― 23
Traffic Crash Fatalities ― 2
DWI ― 18
[Note: Last year during the 102-hour Christmas counting period, there were 1,155 traffic crashes. In those crashes, 11 people were killed and another 421 were injured. During the 2018 Christmas holiday, troopers arrested 106 people for driving while impaired.]
There were no boating crashes or drownings over the 2019 Christmas holiday counting period.
Both fatalities occurred in the Troop C, Weldon Spring, area, on Christmas Day, December 25, 2019.
Leon J. Barnett, 48, of De Soto, MO, died when another vehicle struck the motorcycle he was driving. Barnett was traveling at a low rate of speed in the northbound lanes of Interstate 55 in Jefferson County when another vehicle traveling the same direction changed lanes. The front of the second vehicle struck the rear of Barnett’s motorcycle. The impact caused Barnett to be ejected. Barnett was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Joachim-Plattin EMT M. Tawfall, Crystal City, MO, pronounced Barnett deceased at the scene of the crash. The driver of the vehicle that struck him sustained minor injuries; he was wearing a seat belt.
Elizabeth J. Rutledge, 32, of Troy, MO, died when the vehicle she was driving traveled off the right side of the roadway and she overcorrected, causing the vehicle to return to the roadway and overturn. Rutledge was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected from the vehicle. The crash occurred on Highway H in Silex, MO, in Lincoln County. Lincoln County Ambulance personnel pronounced Rutledge deceased at the scene.
Too many people die in traffic crashes each year in Missouri. The choices you make when you’re behind the wheel matter. Make good choices, so you’ll never have to say, “If I could just go back.”
Follow the Missouri State Highway Patrol on Twitter @MSHPTrooperGHQ
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
God must of needed a race car driver!
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It is with great sadness as I pass along that "Screamin" Karl Lehmann 71K has passed away today December 25, 2019.
Karl was born in 1963, which is the first year the Nevada Speedway opened. Karl had attended the races at his home track all his life and has multiple championships and feature wins.
Karl would help any driver anyway possible and always had time for his fans. He was a crowd favorite and had competed in many different divisions during his lifetime. He will be missed by so many in the racing community.
Please keep Karl's family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, especially during the holiday season.
Rest in Peace, and Godspeed Karl.
If you have any memories with Karl at the speedway, feel free to share them in the comments below! - Courtesy of the Nevada Speedway
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Adrian man arrested in Bates County
Mr. Knipp was arrested for 1.) Felony Driving While Intoxicated 2.) Driving While Revoked.
He was booked into the Bates County Jail in Butler and placed on a 12 hour detox hold.
Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
More moderate temps ahead
Temperatures will remain above normal through the weekend. Rain moves into the area late Friday through Saturday with some light wintry precipitation possible Sunday before drying out.
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