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

The Henry County Health Center has receive notification of six more positive cases of COVID-19 from the town of Clinton. This brings the total to 164.

Obituary - Robert “Bob” S. Plaskett

Robert “Bob” S. Plaskett, age 71, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.

A celebration of Bob’s life will be held with a visitation on Friday, September 25, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083.

Bob was born to Robert Plaskett and Helen (Rodak) Plaskett on September 13, 1949 in Kansas City, Missouri. After graduating high school, Bob continued his education receiving an associate degree. With the ability to work with his hands, Bob made a 46 year career out of making cabinets entering the final ten years working at Cabinets by King before retirement in 2017. In the summer of 1977 Bob was joined in marriage with his wife Cathy (Van Sickle) on June 4th in Kansas City, Missouri. Together they were blessed with two children, Casey and Kelli. In life, Bob loved his family including all of his animals, but especially his favorite dog, Lucy. In his earlier years he enjoyed playing tennis, softball and coaching the kids sports, but most of all spending time with Cathy and his kids.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Samuel Plaskett and Helen Plaskett.

He leaves behind his loving wife of over forty-three years, Cathy Plaskett; son, Casey M. Plaskett (Amanda); daughter, Kelli D. Groh (Tyler); step-mother, Patricia Crumby; two sisters, Roberta Cummings (Tony) and Rosemary Steen; three grandchildren, Dylin, Brooklyne, and Emersyn; and two nieces, Rebecca Cummings and Latisha Rolando.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the KC Pet Project at KCCAC, 7077 Elmwood Ave., Kansas City, Missouri 64132 or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

**Due to the continued concern regarding COVID-19 the family has requested that if you are not feeling well to please consider not attending these services and instead leave condolences online or reach out to the family when you are feeling better. Thank you for your efforts in helping others stay safe. In addition, all attendees to Bob’s service will be required to wear a face mask while in the funeral home.

Recycled Homestead's 1st ever car show next Saturday in Adrian

Obituary - Marie Elayna Cantrell

Marie Elayna Cantrell, 62, Nevada, MO, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, MO. Maria was born on December 23, 1957 in Detroit, MI to Larry Lee and Marnell (Modlin) Blasengym. She married William “Bill” Olen Cantrell and he preceded her in death in September 2017.

Marie spent most of her childhood in Michigan before the family relocated to Kansas. She and her husband Bill lived in Blue Mound, KS until his death. She moved to El Dorado Springs, MO, in the early months of 2019 to be closer to her mother and siblings.

Marie “Mo” enjoyed church, crocheting, and spending time with her family. She had the kindest heart with an infectious smile and never met a stranger. She will truly be missed by all that knew her.

Survivors include her mother, Marynell, El Dorado Springs, MO; her daughter, Christania Gonzales, Topeka, KS; siblings, Vickie Smith (Junior), Maysville, MO, Leslie Roberts (Terry), Maysville, David Swan, Nevada, Otto Modlin (Kathy), Walker, MO, Bill Modlin (Kristie), Nevada, Lori Smith, El Dorado Springs, Suzie Coonts (Jerry), El Dorado Springs, Paul Modlin (Angie), Moundville. Jimmy Wallace, Independence, MO, Kathy Case, Independence and Donna Wallace, Independence; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband and father, a brother, Gary Coe, and a sister Mary Ann Kessner.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada, MO, with Pastor Terry Mosher officiating. Interment will follow in Sunny Slope Cemetery, Mound City, KS.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the family in care of Ferry Funeral Home.

Adrian School District looking for JH Wrestling Coach

The Adrian School District is looking for a Junior High Wrestling coach for the 2020-21 school year. 

If you are interested contact Caleb Noland at 816-297-4460.

Obituary - Tanner Chadwick Duncan

Tanner Chadwick Duncan, 27, of Nevada MO, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, September 17, 2020. Tanner was born on May 3, 1993 in Nevada. Tanner was a skilled mechanic and could fix anything. 

He loved working with cattle and caring for his farm and running his semi-trucks. He loved his family and friends, he worked hard and enjoyed taking out his RV or boat, and hunting with his dad and brothers. He enjoyed the simple things in life, loved the Lord, the haying, and just hanging out with his friends. He was loved by everyone who knew him and will be so missed by us all.

Left to mourn his passing are his father Chadd Duncan and Angie Morrison, Walker, MO; his mother Donis Dasent and Andre, Nevada; two brothers, Jacob Duncan and his wife Ashlee, Nevada, and Jace Duncan, Walker, MO; grandparents, Pat Vaughn, Nevada and Don and Vernille Cubbage, of Nevada; paternal aunts and uncles, Steve Sipe and his wife Becky, Mikki Gardner, Doug Duncan, Jana Vaughn, and DJ Vaughn; maternal aunts, Sheila Bryson and her husband Eric and Davola Garrett and her husband, Tony, niece, Millie Duncan, nephews, Leroy Fast, Barrett Duncan, and Nathan Bryson.. Tanner was preceded in death by his aunt, Sherri Cubbage Prewitt and great grandparents, Ermon and Margaret Cubbage.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at the First Baptist Church in Nevada with Pastor Mark Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow in Berea Cemetery, Ketterman, MO. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday evening at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada.

Autumn Acres Farm Now Open

FALL IS HERE!

Autumn Acres Family Farm located at 1300 South Main Street in Butler is OPEN and we're here from 10am to 6pm Saturdays and Sundays through October!

Admission is $7 for ages 2 and up add includes everything except pumpkins which sell for 50 cents per pound.

We have many new attractions this year and are continuing to add things throughout this season. Come meet our miniature castle, fainting goats, kunekune pigs, and beloved livestock pups. 

We've revamped our corn crib, added a country store (The Rusty Bucket), and a kitchen (Grumpy Goat Grille). 

We've added a huge three lane slide as well that is set to open in the next couple weeks. It's not quite finished but we're very excited to share it with you!

Squash bugs and morning glory vine have taken over the pumpkin field, so wear long pants if you plan to hunt for pumpkins. There are loads of good pumpkins in the field, but you may have to flick some bugs off. We will be gradually gathering pumpkins from the field and pulling them to the front where they're easier to pick through.

Stay tuned for updates and come out and see us!

From the City of Archie

Next Wednesday will be the final water outage for the Highway A water line project.Work will start at 9:00 AM to be conducted all day through 5:00 PM. We will have more details as they come available.