Friday, September 3, 2021

Lineworkers from Missouri complete first day in field in Louisiana

From AMEC:
Lineworkers with Missouri’s electric cooperatives completed their first full day in the field in Louisiana on Thursday, assisting in the restoration of power for members of DEMCO Electric Cooperative following Hurricane Ida.

DEMCO’s 9,000-mile system suffered extreme damage following Ida, with overwhelming damage to both transmission and distribution lines. The work is vast and treacherous across the seven parishes they serve.

Their efforts are made more strenuous due to the wet, swampy terrain around the greater Baton Rouge area coupled with the swath of damage Ida left behind. Missouri’s lineworkers have used everything in their arsenal, including boats and utility vehicles to help bring down the outage numbers.

When Missouri’s lineworkers arrived in Baton Rouge, there were more than 80,000 members without power. As of Friday morning, that number has been shaved down by around 30,000. However, much work remains as just under 50 percent of DEMCO members are without power.

Missouri’s co-ops sent 173 lineworkers to Louisiana, representing 31 distribution and two transmission rural electric cooperatives. Also assisting DEMCO are cooperative lineworkers from Kentucky, Oklahoma and Florida.

Missouri’s restoration efforts in Louisiana are spearheaded by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives. The Jefferson City-based association represents all 47 of Missouri’s electric cooperatives.
Missouri electric cooperatives sending help:
Barry Electric Cooperative, Cassville
Barton Electric Cooperative, Lamar
Black River Electric Cooperative, Fredericktown
Boone Electric Cooperative, Columbia
Callaway Electric Cooperative, Fulton
Central Missouri Electric Cooperative, Sedalia
Co-Mo Electric Cooperative, Tipton
Consolidated Electric Cooperative, Mexico
Crawford Electric Cooperative, Bourbon
Cuivre River Electric Cooperative, Troy
Farmers’ Electric Cooperative, Chillicothe
Gascosage Electric Cooperative, Dixon
Grundy Electric Cooperative, Trenton
Laclede Electric Cooperative, Lebanon
Lewis County Rural Electric Cooperative, Lewistown
Macon Electric Cooperative, Macon
Osage Valley Electric Cooperative, Butler
Ozark Electric Cooperative, Mt. Vernon
Ozark Border Electric Cooperative, Poplar Bluff
Pemiscot-Dunklin Electric Cooperative, Hayti
Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative, Kearney
Ralls County Electric Cooperative, New London
Sac Osage Electric Cooperative, El Dorado Springs
SEMO Electric Cooperative, Sikeston
Southwest Electric Cooperative, Bolivar
Three Rivers Electric Cooperative, Linn
Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Lancaster
United Electric Cooperative, Maryville
Webster Electric Cooperative, Marshfield
West Central Electric Cooperative, Higginsville
White River Valley Electric Cooperative, Branson
Central Electric Power Cooperative, Jefferson City
Sho-Me Electric Power Cooperative, Marshfield


Dear Adrian Parents/Guardians:

September 3, 2021
Dear Adrian Parents/Guardians:

We are reaching out to you today to inform you of a new cases of COVID-19 at the Adrian School District. The individual was last present in the school on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. The District is working with the Bates County Health Department to identify close contacts of the confirmed case.

If a student or staff member has been determined to have been in close contact with this individual, you will be contacted with further instructions. If you are not contacted, there is nothing further you need to do at this time.

The District is taking all precautions, consistent with the CDC and Bates County Health Department. Due to privacy requirements, we cannot release the name of the individual or details that may identify them.

Appropriate cleaning and disinfecting measures are being taken, so there is no need to close our building for additional cleaning.

COVID-19 is thought to be spread via person-to-person contact through contaminated air droplets from coughing and sneezing by an infected person. As with controlling the spread of other viruses, we urge everyone to take the following preventive measures:

Stay home when you are sick and wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

Avoid coughing or sneezing into your hands or in the air. Always try to cough or sneeze into a tissue, then throw the tissue away and wash your hands. If you don’t have a tissue, cough/sneeze into your arm.
As much as you can, avoid touching your eyes, mouth, and nose.
Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.

Maintain at least 6 feet of distance between non-household members and wear a mask in places where maintaining that distance is difficult.

Be alert for symptoms including…
Fever of 100.4° or higher
Any new cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
New congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
Close contact with a person with COVID-19 in the last 14 days

We are continuing to monitor this situation and will provide additional information as needed. If you have any questions regarding COVID, you can contact the Bates County Health Department at 660-679-6108.

Sincerely,
Don Lile
Superintendent
Adrian R-III School District


State Farm student athlete of the week

State Farm of Butler is excited to announce this week’s State Farm student athlete of the week from Butler, Junior Brendin Patrick. Brendin had an outstanding performance last Friday against Adrian with 288 yards on the ground with a total of 3 touchdowns. He participates in football, wrestling and track at Butler all while maintaining a 3.41 gpa in the classroom. Brendin was nominated by Butler’s athletic director Jake Duvall.

He stated “as a junior, Brendin has turned into a leader both on the field and in the school. He shows great character and is willing to help out at any given time.” When we asked Brendin to describe in his own words what it takes to become an elite athlete he stated “it’s what they do behind the scene when no one is watching that sets them apart from the rest”.

Brendin states his goal after high school is to obtain a four year degree and play football or wrestle in college. We want to congratulate Brendin and wish him and the Bears the best of luck with the rest of the season.

They take on Sherwood tonight at 7 p.m. Pictured from left to right Kellie Davidson, State Farm; Brendin Patrick son of Mike and CJ Patrick; Butler Head Football Coach Gregg Webb.

Town Hall Meeting in Harrisonville set for September 18th

Please mark your calendar to join Harrisonville Mayor Judy Bowman, Alderwoman Judith Reece, and Alderman Dave Doerhoff at their next bimonthly Town Hall meeting to be held on Saturday, September 18th from 9:00-10:30 AM at the Harrisonville United Methodist Church, 2600 E. Mechanic Street.
 
Join Cass Regional Medical Center’s CEO, Chris Lang, for an update on advancements at the medical center, and insights regarding COVID-19 and its impact on Cass Regional and the communities it serves. Kevin Latinis, MD, internal medicine and rheumatology specialist with Cass Regional Medical, will also be our guest. The program will be in the church sanctuary, located just to your right as you enter the main entrance to the church.

The Cass County Health Department will be on hand from 8:30-11:00AM to administer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for anyone age 12 or older who wishes to receive the vaccine. Individuals ages 12-17 will need parent/guardian consent. Vaccinations will be given in The HUB, located a slight left as you enter the main entrance to the church.
 
In addition to this important information, you will also be able to hear updates on what is happening in our community and to speak with your elected officials. All Harrisonville residents are welcome to attend. Masks are strongly encouraged and social distancing is required.


Rich Hill travels to Archie tonight in High School football action

The Rich Hill Tigers hit the road again for the second time this season Friday September 3rd @ 7:00pm against the Archie Whirlwinds.

If you aren't up to making the trip but still want to watch the Tigers here is the link to watch.

GO TIGERS!!!!


Belton man struck and killed in Jackson County

On September 1st around 9:15 p.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in Jackson County along with Jackson County Sheriff's Deputies and Lees Summit Police Department all responded to a pedestrian that was struck by a vehicle on I-470 around 1 mile east of View High Drive.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when a 2015 Toyota struck and killed 30 year old Logan J. Smith of Belton who was walking in the roadway.

Mr. Smith was pronounced dead at the scene of this accident by the Jackson County Medical Examiners Office. This is Troop A of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's 57th fatality of the year 2021.

View crash report below:

Off and On Thunderstorms Friday



Showers and thunderstorms this morning should not mean a total washout for Friday outdoor activities.

Drier conditions expected late morning through the afternoon, with thunderstorms returning later tonight.

Small hail and minor flooding will be the primary concerns tonight.

Thursday, September 2, 2021

MSHP Press Release: Child Passenger Safety Week Is September 15-21, 2021

The Missouri State Highway Patrol joins the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the National Safety Council, Safe Kids Worldwide, and other safety advocates to commemorate National Child Passenger Safety Week (September 15-21, 2021). 

The primary goal of this program is to remind all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles of the importance of child safety seats and seat belts. Every year, children suffer needless injuries. 

In 2020, 11 children under the age of eight were killed in traffic crashes, and another 1,438 were injured. Troopers issued citations to 1,040 drivers who failed to secure children less than eight years old in a child restraint/booster seat in 2020. Troopers issued citations to an additional 141 drivers who failed to secure a child 80 pounds or more or over 4’9” in a seat belt in 2020.

Troopers investigate traffic crashes every day. Nothing is more disturbing than a traffic crash that includes a child being hurt or killed. The Missouri State Highway Patrol encourages every driver to make sure child passengers in their vehicles are restrained properly.

Missouri law states:

* Children less than four years old are required to use an appropriate child passenger restraint system.
* Children less than 40 pounds, regardless of age, must be secured in a child passenger restraint system appropriate for the child.

* Children ages four to eight years old who weigh at least 40 pounds, but less than 80 pounds, and are under 4’9” tall, must be secured in a child passenger restraint system or booster seat appropriate for that child.

* Children ages eight through 15 must wear seat belts regardless of the type of vehicle in which they are riding or where they are seated (front or back). Like the child restraint law, this is a primary law, meaning you can be pulled over by law enforcement for noncompliance.

* Persons less than 18 years of age operating or riding in trucks (regardless of gross weight for which licensed) must wear seat belts.

*No person under age 18 is allowed to ride in the unenclosed bed of a truck with a licensed gross weight of less than 12,000 pounds on lettered highways, federal, state-maintained highways, and within city limits. There are exemptions for agricultural purposes, special events, and parades.

* It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure passengers under the age of 16 are buckled up safely. Those 16 and over are responsible for themselves.

There are many styles of child safety seats from which parents may choose. Infant seats are designed for children up to 22-30 pounds depending on the seat manufacturer. This type of seat should be placed into a vehicle so the infant faces rearward in a semi-reclined position. It is important to remember rear-facing infant seats should NOT be used in a front passenger seat equipped with an active air bag. If deployed, an air bag could hit the infant seat and injure or kill the baby. Airbag or not, the back seat is the safest place for a child.

Most convertible child safety seats are designed for children from five pounds up to 40 - 80 pounds, depending on the manufacturer. Like all seats, they have manufacturer’s labels on the side indicating the maximum height and weight of the seat. They recline and face rearward in an infant position and convert to sit upright and face forward for the toddler position. Most newer convertible seats can hold children who weigh up to 35 or 40 pounds in the rear-facing position. NHTSA recommends keeping children rear facing until they reach the maximum height and weight for the car seat. The child can then be turned around forward facing.

Booster seats are designed for children who have outgrown other safety seats and must be used with an adult lap and shoulder belt. Lap/shoulder belts are designed for children who are at least 4' 9" tall or 80 or more pounds. Make sure the lap belt stays low and snug across the lower hip/upper thigh area, and the shoulder belt does not cross the face or the neck.

For safety reasons, the Missouri State Highway Patrol discourages the purchase of child safety seats at a garage sale or other secondhand outlets. Also, a safety seat that has been in a vehicle during a traffic crash should be replaced.

There is no one "safest" child safety seat. Use the one that fits your child, fits in your vehicles correctly, and one that you will use correctly every trip, every time. For more information about the proper use of child restraint systems or to schedule a child safety seat inspection, contact the nearest Missouri State Highway Patrol troop headquarters and ask for the public information and education officer, or visit www.seatcheck.org.




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