Three arrested after narcotics search warrant in Nevada

On April 8, 2021, Nevada Police executed search warrants in the 700 block of E. Lee Street and the 400 block of S. Lynn Street in response to reports of illegal drug activity at those locations.

These residences had been under investigation by police after receiving citizen complaints regarding ongoing drug activity occurring at these locations.

During the searches, detectives located and seized suspected controlled substances including methamphetamine, marijuana, prescription drugs, and drug paraphernalia. The evidence seized will be sent to the Missouri State Highway Patrol Crime Lab for further analysis.

Three subjects were taken in custody by Nevada Police between both locations and transported to the Vernon County Jail for holding. Additional charges are being sought against other persons identified during the execution of these search warrants.

The subjects taken into custody have been identified as follows:
Brenda L. Johnson, age 58 of Nevada
Amanda A. Lamae, age 34 of Nevada
Derrek S. Bennett, age 35 of Nevada

On April 9, 2021, the following charges were filed against Brenda L. Johnson through the Vernon County Associate Court:
Two (2) Counts - Possession of Controlled Substance - Class D Felony. Johnson is being held in the Vernon County Jail in lieu of a $5,000 bond.

On April 9, 2021, the following charges were filed against Amanda A. Lamae through the Vernon County Associate Court:
Possession of Controlled Substance - Class D Felony
Possession of Marijuana Prior Drug Offense - Class A Misdemeanor
Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Prior Drug Offense - Class A Misdemeanor. Lamae is being held in the Vernon County Jail in lieu of a $5,000 cash-only bond.

On April 9, 2021, the following charges were filed against Derrek S. Bennett through the Vernon County Associate Court:
Possession of Controlled Substance - Class D Felony. Bennett is being held in the Vernon County Jail in lieu of a $10,000 cash-only bond.

Citizens are encouraged to contact the police if they have any information that would be helpful to combat crime.

To report criminal activities call 911, contact the Nevada Police Department at (417) 448-5100 or use the Nevada Police Department’s Tip Hotline (417) 667-8477. Any and all information can be kept confidential if requested.

Rain starts tonight into tomorrow

Expect rain to move in tonight and continue through Saturday mid-day. Highest amounts will be in the 1-2 inch range. Severe weather is not expected.

Updated Obituary - Dennis Evan Sanders

Dennis Evan Sanders, 41, of Belton, MO, met his untimely death on the morning of Tuesday, April 6th 2021 after a valiant three week long battle with COVID-19 and related complications.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Cullen Funeral Home, 612 W. Foxwood Dr. Raymore, Missouri 64083. A funeral services will be held for Dennis immediately following at 6:00 p.m.

Dennis was born on Monday, February 4th, 1980, in Springfield, MO. Raised by Linda and Steve Spence in Belton, MO; he was the oldest and most mischievous of three ornery boys.

Dennis graduated from Belton High in 1998, where he developed passions for football, martial arts, music, racing, and discovered his talents for electrical vocation. Also, while in high school, Dennis met former wife Tina Lehnherr. The two started their family and were married on September 18th 1999. Together they had three beautiful girls, Danielle, Candice and Linsey Sanders.

Dennis became an electrical apprentice through the Associated Builders and Contractors Electricians School, and eventually received his Master Electrician License, and formed Genesis 1 Electric, Inc.

Outside of work Dennis pursued his other passions, concentrating on building/racing cars, and martial arts - eventually earning a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, and coaching classes at Ground Zero BJJ and Self Defense Gym.

Dennis was remarried to Jodi Sanders on January 13th 2020. Their time together was brief, but full of adventure.

Dennis was preceded in death by his grandparents, and cousins Jimmy Splain, and Mike Hamilton. Dennis is survived by his wife Jodi Sanders, daughters Danielle, Candice, and Linsey Sanders, stepchildren Ty Reichard, and Jayden and Emma Upton, former wife Tina Lehnherr, parents Linda and Steve Spence, brothers Kenny and Derek Spence, and half-sister Angela Allison.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Special Olympics Missouri, 305 Special Olympics Dr., Jefferson City, Missouri 65101.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278

Updated Obituary - Robert “Bob” A. Ford

Robert “Bob” A. Ford, 69, Harrisonville, MO, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2021 at The Worship Center in Harrisonville with visitation from 10:00-11:00. Burial in Freeman Cemetery, Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to The Worship Center.

Bob was born June 11, 1951 in Harrisonville, MO, a son of Robert Crawford and Jewel Doris (Good) Ford. Bob lived in South Kansas City and was a 1969 graduate of Ruskin High School in Kansas City, MO. He was united in marriage to Virginia “Ginny” Louise Knight on March 19, 1970 in Kansas City. They lived in Kansas City before moving to Harrisonville in 1984.

Bob was a graduate of the Kansas City Fire Academy, and worked for the Grandview, MO Fire Department for 29 years, serving as Captain for 15 years, before his retirement in 2006. He was a member of Local #42, International Association of Fire Fighters.

Bob loved stock car racing and in 1985 was the Late Model, Rookie of The Year, at both the Lakeside Speedway in Kansas City, KS, and the I-70 Speedway in Odessa, MO.

He was a member of The Worship Center in Harrisonville.

Bob is survived by his wife, Ginny, of the home; one son, Jason Ford (Christi), Archie, MO; one daughter, Emily Thieverge (Richie), Lee’s Summit, MO; 3 grandchildren, Robbie, Allie and Brody and many other relatives and friends.

One injured in Cass County Crash

On April 8th around 4:30pm the Missouri State Highway Patrol along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident on Route D at 196th Street in Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2006 Cadillac CT6 driven by 20 year old Jack E. Lasley of Greenwood, Missouri had a drug related medical emergency and traveled off the roadway striking a utility pole.

Mr. Lasley sustained minor injuries in this accident and he was transported by ambulance to Belton Regional Medical Center for treatment.

The vehicle was totaled and towed by J's Southland Tow.

What's in the Window winner and clues for this week

Each week we place clues on a piece of paper in our window at 17 N. Main in Butler in our "What's in the Window" contest and our winner this week is Karen O'Keefe who correctly guessed the Butler Skate Rink:

Paul - Paul Stamper was an operator

Pappy - Pappy and Fran Ailshire operators

Limbo - a very popular game (that resulted in many bruised behinds)

Karen wins a cool prize courtesy of Osage Valley Electric Coop for her effort!

Clues for this week:

Around 1970

2 to 4

bypass

If you can guess what landmark, business or historical event (all past or present) these clues lead to, you'll win a really cool prize too!

You can email your guess to windowguess@gmail.com

Please don't put answers on social media, we'd like everyone to have a fair chance. If we don't get a correct answer, we will add another clue each day or so. Winner will be announced Friday, April 16th Good luck!

Full-Time Teller at Citizens Bank of Amsterdam Rich Hill Branch

NOW HIRING

Full-Time Teller at our Rich Hill Branch

Do you enjoy working with the public? Would you like to join a great team of community bankers? If so, we have an opportunity for you! Citizens Bank is currently accepting applications for a full-time teller at our Rich Hill branch. Stop by to fill out an application.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of an amazing team! Apply today!

Obituary - Marjorie E. (McMillan) Dillon

Marjorie Ellen Dillon, 100, of Strasburg, departed this life, Tuesday April 6, 2021, .

Cremation has been accorded.

A celebration of Marjorie’s life will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021, at the Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, Missouri. Reverend’s John Clark and Steve Carpenter will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Strasburg Cemetery at a later date.

Visitation will be held 1:00 until service time.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Strasburg Cemetery, Strasburg Union Church, Del Haven, or Village Hospice, and may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.stanleydickeyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements: Stanley-Dickey Funeral Home, 203 N. Armstrong St., Pleasant Hill, Missouri 64080 (816) 540-5550