Friday, July 30, 2021

Raymore man killed in Belton Crash

The Belton Police Department has identified the man involved in yesterday’s fatality crash as 52 year old Kevin L. Rogers of Raymore, Missouri.

The crash occurred in the 16100 block of the E Outer Rd. The department is still investigating. 

If you witnessed this crash you may contact Traffic Corporal Hitterman at (816) 348-4409. We will update with information when available.

Exciting news from the Adrian United Methodist Church

The Adrian United Methodist Church is excited to be opening the Kingdom Kids Early Childhood Center this fall, pending state agency requirements.

Our daycare services will include an all-around preschool curriculum focused on pre-k academics, social interactions, motor skill development and spiritual experiences. Our hours will be 7:00 - 5:00 p.m. to accommodate parent work hours.

If you are looking for good-quality daycare in a structured, opportunity-filled environment, please call 816-297-2310 to add your child to the waiting list! As soon as we know our projected start date, families on the list will be contacted and official registration will occur!

East Lynne woman injured in Cass County rollover accident

On July 29th around 9:55 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Cass County along with Cass County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle accident on Parris Road just north of Route P in rural Cass County.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2015 Chevrolet Sonic driven by 32 year old Ashlie A. Schlauderaff of East Lynne, Missouri failed to stop at a stop sign causing her vehicle to travel through Route P and onto Parris Road. The vehicle then traveled off the right side of the roadway striking the ground and a road sign before overturning and coming to rest upright on its wheels. 

Ashlie A. Schlauderaff sustained moderate injuries in this accident and she was transported by Pleasant Hill EMS to Research Medical Center in Kansas City for treatment.

The vehicle was totaled and towed from the scene of this accident by J's Southland Tow of Raymore. 

View Crash Report Below:



Obituary - Bonnie Jean Noble

Bonnie Jean Noble, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at her home in Clinton, Missouri.

A graveside memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, August 4th, 2021 at the Appleton City Cemetery in Appleton City, Missouri. Fond memories and condolences can be left online at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home in Clinton, Missouri.


MoDOT News Release: Respect the Load. Share the Road

Respect the Load. Share the Road.
Commercial motor vehicle awareness campaign to run in August.

JEFFERSON CITY – Respect the Load. Share the Road. That’s the message you’ll be seeing across Missouri August 2-22 in a statewide campaign urging drivers to drive safely around large trucks and buses. In turn, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers will be reminded to obey traffic laws, use their seat belts, slow down and pay attention.

“There were 130 people killed involving a CMV in 2020, with over 80% being drivers or passengers of other vehicles,” said Jon Nelson, MoDOT assistant to the state highway and traffic engineer. “Please don’t risk your life by driving aggressively around big trucks and buses.”

Commercial motor vehicles make up 20% of Missouri’s interstate traffic, carry goods from coast to coast and are a vital part of our nation’s economy. They also provide critical services many Missourians rely on every day. When crashes involving CMVs happen, the disproportionate size of the large truck versus a car means those crashes can often involve serious injuries, or worse. Research shows that in most of these crashes, drivers of passenger cars unnecessarily endanger themselves by not paying attention and driving aggressively around CMVs. That’s why it’s so important for all motorists to drive safely around CMVs. Respect the Load. Share the Road.

The Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety offers the following tips for driving safely around CMVs.

· Don’t cut off large trucks or buses. Make sure you can see both of the truck’s cab lights in your rearview mirror before moving back into your original lane.

· Stay out of the “No Zone.” Large trucks and buses have large blind spots on either side and up to 200 feet behind a vehicle. Pass only on the left side. Don’t linger in a blind spot. Do not tailgate large trucks and buses.

· Watch your following distance. Keep a safety cushion around large trucks. Can you see the truck’s side mirrors? If not, the driver cannot see you.

· Anticipate wide turns. Large trucks and buses need extra turning room.

· Be patient. Large trucks and buses accelerate slowly and may use speed limiters.

MoDOT continues to work toward a goal of zero roadway fatalities and urges all who travel in and around the Show-Me State this summer to buckle up, put the cellphone down, slow down and never drive while impaired. Whether driving through a work zone, sharing the road with motorcyclists or cruising around city streets with pedestrians in the area, slowing down and paying attention can help save lives.

For more information on commercial motor vehicle safety and Missouri’s new strategic highway safety plan, Show-Me Zero, and how everyone can participate, visit www.savemolives.com.

For more information, call MoDOT at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636)


Thursday, July 29, 2021

Obituary - Ronnie W. Radford

Funeral services for Ronnie W. Radford of Butler, Missouri will be 11 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler. Visitation prior to services from 10 - 11 a.m. Monday, August 2 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Interment in Radford Cemetery, Spruce, Missouri. Contributions to the family. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Radford, age 61 of Butler, Missouri died Tuesday, July 27, 2021 from a motor vehicle accident in rural Butler, Missouri. He was born June 9, 1960 to George William and Waneta Foster Radford in Appleton City, Missouri.

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Shauna Radford of Butler, Missouri; nine children, Tony Radford of Montrose, Missouri, Jesse Radford of Butler, Missouri, Vanessa Radford of Belton, Missouri, Trista Foulk and husband John of Raymore, Missouri, William Radford and wife Brianne of Belton, Missouri, Colyn Rae Chastain of Clinton, Missouri, Seth Galloway of Nevada, Missouri, Montana Radford of Butler, Missouri and Gabriel Radford and friend Journey of Butler, Missouri; 17 grandchildren; and numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.


Obituary - Elizabeth "Betty" Jean Murphy

Elizabeth Jean Standish Murphy (Betty), left this earth on July 23, 2021 from Kansas City Hospice House at the age of 101 yrs., 6 mos., 5 days. A celebration of life visitation will be held Saturday, August 21, 2021 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the Beck Event Center, 201 S. Independence, Harrisonville, MO.

Betty was born and lived most of her life in Rosedale, KS (now Kansas City, KS) until relocating to Harrisonville, MO where she resided at Crown Care Center since 2014. Daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, great and great-great-grandmother, (yes, 5 generations!), friend and co-worker, were just a few of the hats she wore in her lifetime. Employment consisted of numerous office positions, among them Jules Borel & Co. and most notably Studio DuVall's in Ward Parkway Shopping Center, owned and operated by her firstborn daughter, Sharon Welsh (deceased 1989).

The youngest of 9 children born to Arthur & Effie (Craine) Standish (deceased 1929 & 1969), she survived them all; married to Delbert J. Murphy (deceased 1981), together they raised 4 children - Sharon Welsh, Patricia Jurgeson (husband John), Cleveland, MO; Deborah Murphy, Belton, MO; Michael Murphy (wife Debra), Trophy Club, Texas; 5 grandchildren with 2 bonus grands, 10 great-grandchildren with 4 bonus greats, and 2 great-great-grandchildren with another to be born Oct. 2021 - all because two people loved each other.

Betty lived through World Wars (some right there at home!), the Great Depression, men on the moon, Polio to Covid 19 and so much more. Her love of gardening and boating created the most fabulous flower gardens with drift wood and rocks from Stockton Lake; bowling at Roe Lanes was highly competitive and a family tradition; caramel rolls and cream puffs were her specialty that rivaled any bakery; so many talents, from stained glass to creative handmade gifts for all occasions which blessed family, friends, and her other residents; classy, sassy lady with a bit of glitz and bling to her attire; hugs and blowing kisses defined her come and go; a member of Rosedale Congregational Church, she created children's story time (which was known to include a live lamb and baby chick to illustrate the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus); Florence Nightingale nursing qualities without the degree served us all so well; documented Standish descendant to Myles Standish (thanks to our historian, Deborah Murphy), an English military officer among the pilgrims on the ship Mayflower who played a leading role in Plymouth colony's foundation in 1620.

Some quotes that describe the essence of our Beloved:

'She lived with a mind and in a body that could not keep up with her spirit';

'To live in the hearts and memory of those left behind is to not die';

Motor vehicle accident west of Adrian on Missouri 18 Highway

On July 29th around 5:30 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Bates County along with Bates County Sheriff's Deputies and Adrian Fire Department responded to a two vehicle accident on Missouri 18 Highway just east of FF Highway west of Adrian. 

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2006 Ford F-350 driven by 31 year old Dwayne L. Morrison of Drexel, Missouri crossed the centerline and struck the 2017 Peterbilt driven by 51 year old Gregory E. McMillin of Blue Springs, Missouri after impact the Ford truck struck a tree and the Peterbilt traveled off the south side of the roadway and overturned. 

Mr. Morrison sustained minor injuries and refused medical treatment at the scene of this accident. Both vehicles were totaled and towed from the scene of this accident by Adrian Tow and Liberty Tow.

View the Crash Report Below:





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