Obituary - William John Trager, III

William John Trager III, age 53 of Clinton, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at his home. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

William John Trager, III, was born March 26 th , 1967 in Rock Rapids, Iowa, the fifth child of William and Patricia Trager. Bill passed away at home in Clinton, MO, on September 1st , 2020.

Bill lived most of his life in Clinton, MO, moving with his family in 1974. Bill completed all of his schooling in the Clinton school system and shortly after graduating high school, joined the Missouri National Guard.

Bill served honorably for over 20 years in the National Guard, serving in Combat Engineering units in both Kansas City and Clinton, MO, achieving the rank of Sergeant First Class, a senior NCO. While in the service he completed two overseas tours on active duty, including a 15-month combat tour in Operation Iraqi Freedom as well as a 12-month tour on a peacekeeping mission in Kosovo.

Bill earned multiple awards and medals during his service and tours of duty,including Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Kosovo Campaign Medal,and the Humanitarian Service Medal. He was honorably discharged for retirement on May 30th , 2016.

Shortly after his retirement from the National Guard, Bill began taking care of his mother as her full-time caretaker due to her declining health. He made sure she was able to reside in the home she loved, caring for her needs, until she passed a few short weeks ago.

Bill is survived by his sisters Annette McCune of Crystal River, Florida; Debbie (Tom) Dennis, Sioux City, Iowa; Cindy (Doug) Zach, Norfolk, Nebraska; and Tracy Trager of Florida. He is also survived by his brother, DJ (Renee) Trager of Houston, Texas. Bill is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Preceding Bill in death are his father and mother William J. Trager Jr., and Patricia Ann Nuhn. Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton. Services are pending.

Henry County Health Center confirms 4 new positive cases of COVID-19

The Henry County Health Center has received confirmation of four more positive cases of COVID-19. Two individuals reside in the town of Clinton, one from Windsor and one from Chilhowee. This brings the total number of confirmed positive cases in Henry County to 125.

With the holiday weekend HCHC cautions everyone to be ever diligent in maintaining social distancing. But if you are not able to distance, please wear a mask or face covering. Be safe out there.

Meet The Republican Candidates of Bates County

Meet The Republican Candidates

Old Fashioned Fish Fry prepared by The Redneck Fishin Club.

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 at Trent's BBQ, Rich Hill, Mo. Starts at 6 p.m.

Carry out will be available and everyone is welcome!

*Patricia Pike for State Rep. District 126
*Rick Brattin for Senate District 31
*Ken Mooney for Northern Commissioner
*Trent Nelson for Southern Commissioner
*Carl Bettels for Assessor
*Greg Mullinax for Coroner
*Chad Anderson for Sheriff

Much Cooler Temperatures On The Way

A strong cold front will pass through the area around the middle of next week. Confidence is increasing that well below normal temperatures will occur for the last half of next week. That may include low temperatures in the upper 40s and lower 50s.

Obituary - Charles Irvin Key

Charles Irvin Key, 88, passed away Sept. 3, 2020 to enter those pearly gates that awaited this faith-filled, educated, gentle man. His journey toward those gates began on March 8, 1932 in Fort Scott, KS. Charles was the baby of Logan and Ruth Key's family as he joined his older siblings: Chester, Fred, Marie, and Lorna. His childhood and school years were spent in Hume, MO. Upon high school graduation, he attended two years of college at Fort Scott Junior College before serving 2 years with the United States Army.

On his return to civilian life, he attended college and graduated from Pittsburg State University. At this time, he began his 35-year love affair with education as a teacher in Walnut, KS. After earning his Masters Degree, Charles taught or was a school administrator in Fort Scott, Blue Mound, and Mound City in KS; and in Butler, Harrisonville, and Lee's Summit in MO. For 17 of those years, he served as the Elementary Principal in Greenwood, MO.

Even though much of his life was devoted to education, his relationship with God and church remained an integral part of his Baptist upbringing. He served many years in the First Baptist Church of Greenwood as Sunday School teacher, Director of Sunday School, and as Church Treasurer.

His life was filled with friends and colleagues who would often accompany him on travel adventures. Mexico vacations were among his favorite. He also enjoyed attending musicals and performances at Quality Hill with friends. Charles enjoyed cooking for company and eating. A good lemon pie brought a smile to his face. Fortunately, his bridge-playing group could squeeze eating and cards into the same evening.

In 2004, Charles moved to Pickering Place south of Belton to live a quiet life with friends and with coffee buddies at McDonald's. This generous and kind man will be missed by many nieces, nephews, former students, colleagues, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and all four siblings, as well as many good friends.

Funeral service will be held 11 am Monday, September 7, 2020 at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Pleasanton Chapel. Burial will be in the Hume Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 am to service time at the Pleasanton Chapel. Contributions are suggested to the Salvation Army. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.

Poker Run officially underway

Update: Missing silver alert canceled in Belton

UPDATE 8:38AM 9-5-20
BETTY ST PIERRE HAS BEEN LOCATED AND IS SAFE.

A Silver Alert has been issued for 78 year old Betty St Pierre. She was last seen approx 9:30am on 9-4-20 leaving the Lakewood Terrace Apartments.

Her destination is unknown and she was driving a red 2007 Nissan Versa. No license plates were on the vehicle.

If you have information on her whereabouts, please call Belton Police Department 816-331-1500 or 9-1-1.

2020 Missouri State High School Football Week 2 Scores:

2020 Missouri State High School Football Week 2 Scores: 

Archie 56, Rich Hill 34

Adrian 26, Lighthouse Christian 20
Aurora 22, Monett 7
Ava 20, Strafford 14
Battle 52, Capital City High 12
Butler 61, Sherwood 0

Blair Oaks 49, Knob Noster 0
Bolivar 42, Parkview 7
Booneville 74, Holden 2
Buffalo 49, Forsyth 0
Carthage 21, Carl Junction 20
California 49, Fulton 0
Cassville 22, Marshfield 20
Center 40, Marshall 6
Crest Ridge 44, Wellington-Napoleon 6
Cole Camp 40, Lone Jack 0
Drexel 34, Appleton City 6

Fair Grove 58, Liberty 38

Farmington 10, Potosi 6
Grain Valley 36, Oak Park 6
Hannibal 32, Jefferson City 21
Hogan Prep 16, Ash Grove 8

Jasper 66, Osceola 14

Lamar 27, Reed Springs 23

Lees Summit North 34, Lees Summit 28
Lees Summit West 28, Blue Springs South 21
Liberal 62, Concordia 42
Liberty 32, Liberty North 21
Lockwood 55, Sarcoxie 32

Maryville 42, Harrisonville 40

Mt. Vernon 42, East Newton 28

Nevada 31, Hollister 6

North KC 47, Central (St.Joe) 6
Nixa 35, Joplin 34
Park Hill South 42, Grandview 0
Pembroke Hill 42, East (KansasCity) 14
Pleasant Hill 42, St. Joe Benton 6

Pierce City 47, Diamond 0

Princeton 38, Cass Midway 19 

Oak Grove 24, Warrensburg 14

Odessa 55, Clinton 0
Orrick 35, Norborne 26
Ozark 26, Branson 16
Ray-Pec 47, Blue Springs 20
Raytown 52, Raytown South 8
Republic 27, Willard 8
Rock Bridge 42, Smith Cotton (Sedalia) 0
Rockhurst 24, Park Hill 3
Skyline 84, Stockton 62
Slater 15, Polo 14
Stanberry 38, Albany 34
Staley 42, Ft. Osage 18
St. Clair 45, Salem 14
Sweet Springs 14, Carrollton 13
Warsaw 42, Versailles 14
Washington 35, Pacific 0
Windsor 41, Lincoln 0
Webb City 45, Neosho 0
West Plains 27, Hillcrest 26