Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Rollover accident involving Anhydrous tanks east of Adrian

The Adrian Fire Department along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies are in route to a one vehicle rollover accident on 18 Highway around 8 miles east of Adrian at this time.

The vehicle was said to be pulling Anhydrous tanks and has rolled over in the north side of the ditch.

Traffic will be delayed in this area, please find a alternate route. 

Mid America Live News will update when more information is made available.


Medicalodge of Butler Employee Spotlight

Medicalodges Butler is proud to recognize Jana Allen, as their employee spotlight for March. Jana is a daytime LPN that has been a part of the Medicalodges family since 1997, she started working the night shift right out of LPN School and plans to stay here until they give her a bed.

Medicalodges is like home to her, the family atmosphere at the Lodge is like no other and she gets to fall in love with each new resident that comes through the door. Jana says that she knows that she has been given the chance to make people feel special and that is kind of a big deal!

Jana’s hobbies consist of music, reading, writing, cooking, traveling and studying people. She absolutely loves spending time with her family, especially her grandbabies.

“ Try to keep up with me “ is her word of advice to her coworkers! (Wink!Wink!) Seriously, though: CARE!! It’s your greatest skill! Invest in a good moisturizer, nursing is stressful!

Something we don't know about Jana?? Humm…. Ask her, she is an open book!

Jana Allen, Medicalodges definitely appreciates all that you do!

Obituary - Brian Ross Logan

Brian Ross Logan, age 31, beloved son, brother and grandson, passed away peacefully and into the loving arms of our Lord on Thursday, March 4, 2021 in Overland Park, KS.

Brian was born in Sioux City, Iowa on September 20, 1989 to Michael W. Logan and Dawn E. Hedges.

Brian was raised in Sioux City, Iowa. Brian moved with his mother, step-father and sister, Jenny, to Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, where he attended middle school. While in high school, he began his education at Palm Beach State College where he received an Associate’s degree.

Brian will be forever remembered for his kindness, sensitivity and the deep and unconditional love he had for his family and friends. Brian’s dimpled smile, the light in his blue eyes and his easy laughter will be forever missed but never forgotten. Brian has had a difficult life journey but he will always be remembered for his courage during difficult times and his perseverance to try to find his place on Earth. Unfortunately, this time, the pain and sadness were too great for him to go on in this life.

Brian was a gifted photographer and graphic arts designer and had won many awards. He was also a gifted and brilliant data analyst and programmer. Brian loved Colorado, and the mountains, the snow, and the peacefulness he felt there. Brian had the opportunity to travel to Iceland a few years ago and always imagined someday moving there.

Brian was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Ralph E. Hedges Jr. and paternal grandmother, Norma A. Logan.

Brain is survived by his mother, Dawn Hedges; step-father, Mark Leinberger; father, Michael Logan; step-mother, (Jean); three sisters, Jenny Logan, Allie Koch (Andrew), Katie Logan; niece, Lucia Morales; maternal grandmother, Jean Hedges; paternal grandfather, Jack Logan; aunt, Connie Hedges Crook (Steve); uncle, Ralph (aka Skip) E. Hedges III; uncle, Jim Logan; aunt, Linda Logan Spears (Ray), as well as step grandparents, step uncles, step aunts, cousins and step cousins.

Brian’s funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 12, 2021 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr., Raymore, Missouri 64083. Following the funeral service, Brian will be laid to rest at the Englewood Cemetery in Clinton, Missouri.

Due to COVID-19, face masks are required.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in Brian Riley Ross Logan’s name online at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/donate/. If you choose to, please have the person to notify of the gift as Dawn Hedges.



Grass Fire in rural Butler

The Butler Fire Department with assistance from the Adrian Fire Department is on scene of a grass field fire at 228 NE CR 1003 in rural Butler off of South Main Street.

Please refrain from burning as dry and windy conditions aren't favorable for fire.

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Standoff ends peacefully in Louisburg Kansas

On 3/8/21 around 1:15pm the Miami County Kansas Sheriff's Office Detectives and Louisburg Police Department were checking a residence at the request of a domestic violence victim. 

The victim had previously reported how the suspect had been coming to the home in violation of a court protection order and they were concerned the person might have returned while they had been away.

While checking the residence the officers encountered the suspect in the residence with a firearm. The suspect refused to put down the fire arm and threatened to harm officers or himself. 

Officers backed off and contained to situation and requested additional help. Due to the nature of some of the threats made by the suspect, several businesses and residence were evacuated in the area for public safety. 

Louisburg Police Officers along with Miami County Kansas Sheriffs Office Tactical Team quickly secured the area, and they were later joined Johnson County Kansas Sheriffs Office Tactical Unit who had been contacted and were requested to the situation which included crisis negotiators who were able to contact and talk the subject still inside the residence. 

Due to the length of the operation the Overland Park Kansas Tactical Unit also responded to assist with the process and relieve officers who had been on scene for several hours.

On 3/9/21 around 2:45am the Crisis Negotiator was successful in getting the suspect to leave the residence and surrender himself to the police.

No one was injured and the suspect was taken into custody without incident and transported to a local medical facility for evacuation and treatment.  

During this standoff and tactical operations the Louisburg Police Department was assisted by the following agencies.

Miami County Sheriffs Office
Johnson County Sheriffs Office
Overland Park Police Department 
Kansas State Highway Patrol 
Springhill Police Department
Paola Police Department
Evergy
Louisburg Fire Department
Louisburg Public Works
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
Kansas Department of Transportation
Taking it to the streets

The Louisburg Police Department expresses its sincere appreciation to all who helped bring this incident to a safe and peaceful resolution. 







  





Thanks for coming by!



Special thanks to CMA for coming out to Rich Hill on Sunday. These folks stopped by to offer a prayer for our 1st responders.

One of their members shared a story how his life was changed by his relationship with Law Enforcement which encouraged him to make changes in life.

It was an honor to have met them and visited with them. Be safe and always feel free to stop by and visit us again!

RICH HILL STRONG!


Record Month at Max Motors

Thank you again to our customers and the team at Max Motors (Belton, Harrisonville, Butler and Nevada).

Our best February vehicle sales, service and commercial fleet month.

Our sincere appreciation for your repeat business and the referrals of your family, friends, and neighbors.

- Bob Jacaway and Mark Muller



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