Easton Corbin Concert in Rich Hill

The 2021 Headliner for Rich Hill Famous 4th of July Celebration is EASTON CORBIN!

Free concert July 3rd 8pm, Rich Hill West Park. More schedule details will be released soon!!

Learn more about Easton Corbin by using the link below:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easton_Corbin

Traffic Advisory in Harrisonville

Traffic Alert please avoid the 900 block of Garden Way in Harrisonville.

Fire and Emergency crews are in the process of working a structure fire at that location.

Traffic in the area will be diverted temporarily.

Nine Seniors were awarded the Butler Education Foundation Spring Dual Credit Scholarship

Nine Seniors were awarded the Butler Education Foundation Spring Dual Credit Scholarship. Congratulations to these students for their hard work. 

The Education Foundation funds opportunities for students for dual credit for both spring and fall, Scholarships for Seniors to attend post secondary opportunities after graduation, and grants for teachers in the spring and fall. 

For more information on how you can help the foundation or BHS students, you can contact Dave Miller, President.

Obituary - Gary D. White

Gary D. White, 77, of Wellington, Missouri passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 at his home.

An inurnment with military honors will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021 at Greenton Cemetery, 9687 Greenton Rd, Odessa, MO. 64076. MASKS ARE REQUIRED. Memorials are suggested to Catch-A-Dream Foundation, 2485 Ennis Rd, Starkville, MS, 39759, and may be left in care of the funeral home. 

Memories of Gary and condolences for his family may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFh.com or on our Facebook Page. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd Street, Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524.

Gary was born on January 3, 1944 in Kansas City, MO to Kenneth and Bonnie Jean (Robbins) Byrd. After graduating from Raytown High School in 1962, he enlisted in the Army National Guard on July 9, 1964, and served with the Headquarters & Headquarters Company, 110th Engineering Battalion, Company C in Lexington and Company A in Kansas City. 

He earned the Sharpshooter Badge for the M-14 rifle, the Expert Marksmanship Badge for the M-1 rifle and the Missouri National Guard 5-Year Long Service Ribbon. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Specialist 4 on July 8, 1970. 

On December 18, 1970 Gary was united in marriage to Rebecca “Becky” (Mayfield) in Wellington, MO. He co-owned and operated KG Machining in Grain Valley, MO for many years before retiring in 2011. In addition to spending time with family and friends Gary enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, cooking, gardening, and was an avid outdoorsman.

In addition to his wife, Becky, Gary is survived by two daughters, Shelley Walker (Bob) of Raymore, MO, and Amy Pierce (Russ) of Higginsville, MO; a son, Chris White (Amanda) of Adrian, MO; eleven grandchildren, Kristin, Meagan, Aubrey, Bobby, Brooke, Sarah, Allen, Aidan, Bayley, Keegan, and Kordell; thirteen great grandchildren; a sister, Judy George of Raytown, MO; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Carol Throckmorton.

Just to set the record straight...

As race season approaches, I feel the need to put a stop to a ridiculous rumor that is spreading around about Nevada Speedway. There's a rumor going around that if drivers support a said track on Friday nights, that they're not wanted/welcome to come race with us on Saturdays. 

That is completely NOT TRUE and honestly my family and I want ALL local tracks to succeed! We may not race all of the same classes or have the same exact rules as the local Friday night tracks in the area, but we'd NEVER say you can't come race with us because you support a local Friday night track. - Courtesy of Nevada Speedway Facebook Page

Several grass fires today

Several fire personnel from multiple agencies were busy today battling several grass fires throughout the area! 

With the weather getting warmer and nicer we must remember to burn with caution and be responsible.

If your having a controlled burn we would advise you to contact your local fire department and tell them before you start burning. 

Obituary - Lisa D. Robbins

Lisa D. Robbins, age 46, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on Monday, March 1, 2021 in Belton, Missouri.

Private family services will be held on a later date.

Lisa was born in Blytheville, Arkansas on May 14, 1974 to Dennis C. Robbins and Paula B. (Dias) Robbins. 

In life Lisa loved music! She was ABBA’s number one fan. She also enjoyed attending the Nova Center Adult Day Program. Most of all she loved being with family during the holidays and family birthday parties.

Lisa was preceded in death by her father, Dennis C. Robbins; and maternal and paternal grandparents. She leaves behind her loving mother, Paula B. Robbins; brother David P. Robbins (Kayla); nephew, Linden Robbins; and two nieces, Reini and Naomi Robbins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Wayside Waifs, 3901 Martha Truman Rd, Kansas City, Missouri 64137

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Traffic stop leads to arrest

On March 2nd, 2021 Officers with the Fort Scott Kansas Police Department conducted a traffic stop. The subsequent investigation led to the discovery of two stolen hand guns, a large sum of cash, and methamphetamine.

Racheal Gesslein and Lowell Hill were arrested and booked into the Bourbon County Jail on charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, possession of drug paraphernalia, felon in possession of a firearm, and possession of stolen property.