Obituary - Thomas Leon Bray

Thomas Leon Bray, 50, Cleveland, MO, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021 at K.U. Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. Services will be held at the Atkinson Funeral Home in Harrisonville, MO with burial in Freeman Cemetery in Freeman, MO. Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Thomas was born April 27, 1971 in Harrisonville, MO, a son of Ronald Leon and Marla Ann (Marrs) Bray. He was a 1989 graduate of Cass-Midway High School. Thomas was a life-long resident of Freeman, Cass County, MO.

Thomas married Kelsey Louisa Parker on September 17, 1994. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a member of Local No. 101. Thomas enjoyed bowling, cooking and hunting.

Thomas was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Bray; aunt and uncle: Larry and Skip Marrs; aunt, Karen Brown; and his grandparents. He is survived by his wife, Kelsey; and their two children: Robert J. Moloski and Maranda Nichol Bray, all of the home; his mother, Marla Bray, Freeman; one sister, Kacee Lee McCuiston and her husband, Brandin, Freeman; and nieces and nephew: Braycee Lynne McCuiston, Koltin Thomas McCuiston, and Keelyn Lee McCuiston.

Clinton School District has received confirmation of 4 positive cases of COVID-19

The Clinton School District has received confirmation of 4 positive cases of COVID-19 at Henry Elementary, Clinton Middle School and Clinton High School. This brings the total number of active cases to 14.

The Henry County Health Center is in the process of conducting contact tracing, most of which is complete.

The District has been in constant communication, and cooperating fully, with the Henry County Health Center as they perform the necessary contact tracing and we will continue to follow their guidance.

The Henry County Health Center is responsible for contacting students/staff who need to quarantine due to close contact with the individual who tested positive. If you are not contacted by the Henry County Health Center or the school district instructing your child to quarantine, your child can continue to attend school.

The Clinton School District is following cleaning and disinfecting procedures so that schools can remain open.

Clinton School District students, staff, and community members should continue to use the Daily Self-Screening Checklist and should stay home if displaying symptoms of COVID-19.

As we navigate situations such as this, please be assured that the health and safety of our students and staff are of utmost importance.

If you should have any questions, please contact your child’s school nurse or the Henry County Health Center (660-885-8193).

Obituary - Terry Lynn Trude

Terry Lynn Trude, 71, Nevada, MO, passed away August 29, 2021 as a result of ongoing heart issues. Terry was a vibrant and loving brother, son, and friend to all. Terry went to Benton Elementary School, Nevada Middle/High School. He worked for and retired from Cottey College after 31 years of service in their facilities and maintenance department.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee Trude and Mary JoAnn (Neuman) Trude; sister, Becky Jo Rider; grandparents, Ruby and Floyd Brown and Mildred and Roy Trude. He is survived by sisters Brenda Lee Borders, Debra Ann Trude-Suter, Donna Kay Payne and brother-in-law, Brian Rider who became the brother he always wanted. He is also survived by Larry Borders, Sr., his nephews Robert Wayne Payne, Larry J. Borders, Jr, Patrick Wayne Leavell and his nieces Rendi (Borders) Cox, Rebecca Borders, Rachel Doty and great-nephews and nieces – Blair Dice, Shari Jo Borders, Jayme Borders, Jaycee Cox, Kaylee Cox, Alyssa Cox, cousins from the following families—the Brown/Carl families were more like sisters and brothers to him; Poe/Griffin, Hickman and a host of friends and colleagues who played very important roles in his life.

There will be a Gathering of Friends and Family from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at the Cottey Lodge at Radio Springs Park in Nevada, Missouri.

Max Motors Top Sales performers for the month of August

CONGRATULATIONS to these guys on being the Max Motors Top Sales performers for the month of August! We appreciate you all and everything you do for Max! We really do have the best of the best.

Dear Archie R-V Families,

Dear Archie R-V Families,

An individual in the District has tested positive for COVID-19. As soon as the individual and the District were aware of the situation, the individual self-isolated and has not returned to school. 

Though we know you will have many questions and concerns, in order to protect the privacy of the individual involved, the District is incredibly limited as to the information it can share with you; however, if you’d like to ask specific questions regarding any next steps you may need to take, please contact the Cass County Health Department. 

We continue to thank our community for your support and patience during these difficult times. We remain committed to ensuring staff, students, and the community are safe and informed.

Rain and Thunderstorms Friday Thru Saturday

We're expecting some wet weather across the region Friday thru Saturday. Two rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall appear likely. First late tonight thru noon Friday and the second late Friday into Saturday. Stay safe, there could be some isolated Flash Flooding concerns.

Happy Retirement Sgt. Berry

The Bates County Sheriff’s Office announces the retirement of Jail Sergeant Edwin Berry. Sgt. Berry has spent 16 years in Law Enforcement. Prior to coming to work for the Bates County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Berry spent time serving our citizens as an EMT with the Bates County Memorial Hospital.

Sgt. Berry is a horse enthusiast and says retirement will bring more time to raise his horses and to perfect his bbq skills.

Sheriff Anderson thanked Sgt.Berry for his service to the office and the citizens of Bates County. He also thanked him for many years of friendship that far exceeded his time at the Sheriff’s Office. Sgt. Berry thanked everyone for being his family for so many years.
Many memories and stories were shared at his retirement party and will continue to be shared for years to come. 

Sgt. Berry’s coworkers pooled together an purchased him a new smoker and grill.

Join us in Thanking Sgt. Berry for his many years of dedicated service to the citizens of Bates County.

Delby Hannah Family Poker Benefit

Delby Hannah Family Poker Benefit

Thursday Sep 9th.

Sign Up begin 7pm

$30 to play cards, +$10 to double chips

Contact Dave at 816-756-8535 for complete details.

You don’t have to play to donate.