House fire in Nevada

On June 15th around 2:30 p.m. the Nevada Fire Department responded to a house fire at 1407 N. Cedar Street in a home occupied by Logan Parsons.

When fire crews arrived on scene they knocked down the fire quickly with damages occurring to the siding of the home.

Fire crews spent 2 hours on scene of this fire and the cause of the fire is under investigation at this time. 

Mr. Parsons wasn't home at the time of this fire and no one was injured.

Obituary - Luther Van Doozer Bolton, Jr.

Luther Van Doozer Bolton, Jr., 77, Harrisonville, MO, formerly of Bloomfield, MO, passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 at Cass Regional Medical Center in Harrisonville. Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, June 28, 2021 at the Church of the Nazarene in Harrisonville. Inurnment will be in Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Higginsville, MO at a later date.

Luther was born April 12, 1944 in Kansas City, KS, a son of Luther Van Doozer and Lona Irene (Isaac) Bolton, Sr. He grew up in Nevada, MO. He was a U. S. Army veteran. Luther married Mary Foote on January 28, 1972. He was an over the road truck driver for 27 years before retiring in April, 2013 from Pullem Bros. Luther was an adventurer. He enjoyed fishing, camping, and “getting away”.

Luther was preceded in death by his parents and six siblings: Annie, Peggy, Jessie, Marvin, Richard and Bob. He is survived by his wife, Mary Bolton, of the home; one brother, Bill Bolton, Butler, MO; one sister, Nina Bolton, Butler, and many nieces and nephews.

Miami County Kansas Sheriff's Office Wanted Wednesday

Clinton Fire Department gets a new pumper truck

Clinton, Missouri Fire Department recently took delivery of a new Rosenbauer Custom Pumper! This pumper has a Waterous S100D-TC20C pump with 1500 GPM and a 500-gallon tank. 

This truck has a Rosenbauer Commander chassis and is completed with an EXT heavy duty extruded aluminum body.

Thank you for choosing Rosenbauer for your latest rig!
Dealer: Max Fire Apparatus

Linn County Kansas Sheriff's Office seeking public assistance

The Linn County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the publics assistance into an investigation of destruction of property.

The gray 2004 Dodge pickup pictured here was used to destroy multiple gates at Tanglewood Lakes during the early morning hours of June 16, 2021.

If you have any information regarding the identification of the driver of this pickup, please contact the Linn County Sheriff’s Office.

Obituary - Peggy Sue Greenlee

Peggy Sue Greenlee, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, died on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at the age of 85 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

Peggy is survived by her son, Lyndon Greenlee and wife Pam; her grandchildren, Jennifer Greenlee and wife Marlene, Chadd Greenlee and wife Krista, Zachary Greenlee and wife Cristin, and Caty Hernandez and husband Anthony; and her 8 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Gladys Thompson; her sister, Shirley Ann Wait; her husband, David Greenlee; and her eldest son, Robin Greenlee.

Peggy Sue Thompson was born January 5, 1936 in Moundville, Missouri, where she was raised until she graduated from Nevada High School in 1954. She married David Greenlee on February 20, 1954, and together they had two children, Robin Allen and Lyndon Lee. Peggy was a hard worker and had many jobs, including working as a seamstress at Nelly-Don, a factory worker at Central State Press and Fram, and owning a furniture and mattress store with her husband. She worked at Boatman’s Bank and in the cafeteria at Nevada High School. She also worked alongside her husband at Nevada Speedway for 26 years and had a love for fast cars.

Peggy was known for her sense of style. She had a keen eye for interior design and was excellent at landscaping. She loved to travel, and she loved music. She was adventurous, fun, and forever young at heart. She will be greatly missed by many.

A visitation will take place at Ferry Funeral Home on Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 10-11 am.

Construction booming in Bates County

BURGER KING will soon occupy the spot just west of Conoco in Butler. Construction
is expected to be complete by late Summer

BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is undergoing some rework at the east entrance. Yes,
Lady Liberty has been temporarily removed and will return once work is completed.

McBee's in Passaic is growing with a large addition on the back and another portion on the
north side

A NEW STORE IN ADRIAN just off I-49, LP Mart '66 appears to be in the final stages of work

A drive in the area will also reveal many new homes along with home/outbuilding additions. Fortunately, interest rates remain low as the cost of wood skyrockets.

Rich Hill ready for the 4th

IT'S OFFICIAL workers putting the finishing touches on the banner this morning

 2021 4th of July Schedule of Events

Craft Vendors call Brenna: 816-284-0239

Food Booths Rose 417-395-4215

Event Questions Natalea 417-825-7038

Theme: THE 4th, It's a Rich Hill Thing!

Fun Time Shows Carnival July 1-4

Wednesday June 30

8pm 5k Color Run

Thursday July 1

6:30pm Children's Promenade

6:30pm Baby Contest Registration (bandstand up to 18 months, dressed up)

7pm Baby Contest (sponsored by Swope's Drive In)

8:30 pm Talent Contest Sue 395-2150 (sponsored by Rich Hill Family Medical Clinic)

Friday July 2

6pm Kirk Brown Band (sponsored by Pete's)

6pm Pie Contest (Methodist Church basement)

7pm Pie Auction (sponsored by Citizens Bank)

7pm Co-Ed Sand Volleyball Tournament East Park

Luke 660-464-0090

9pm Karaoke by Moodaddy Entertainment

Saturday July 3

3pm Badminton Tournament (west park)

6:15pm Paula, Tad and the Acoustic Clan (sponsored by Pete's)

7:55 National Anthem by Katie Klinksick

8pm Easton Corbin Concert

9:30pm Street Dance by Moodaddy Entertainment

Sunday July 4

11am car show registration (west park)

12-2pm Car Show (sponsored by H3 Grafix)

1-2:30 Parade Registration Old HS 1st & Olive

3pm Parade

4pm RHHS band performance bandstand

4pm RHHS FFA Cornhole Tournament (west park)

4:30pm Salute to the Veterans

4:45pm Boy Scout presentation

5pm Parade winners announced

6pm Dave & Beth Irvin Gospel performance (sponsored by Swope's Drive In)

8pm Mark Merchant Ventriloquist (sponsored by Food Fair)

10pm Fireworks