Henry County Health Center confirms 8 new positive cases of COVID-19

The Henry County Health Center (HCHC) has received confirmation there are 8 new positive cases of COVID-19.

--Clinton-5

--Windsor-1

--Deepwater-0

--Montrose-0

--Urich-1

--Blairstown-0

--Calhoun-1

--Creighton-0

--Chilhowee-0

--Leeton-0

This brings the total number of confirmed positive cases in Henry County to 2,601.

All contact tracing has commenced and all parties that have had close contact are being notified. HCHC continues to encourage residents to practice social distancing, washing your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds or more, and to remain home if you are sick.

The CDC continues to recommend that individuals to wear a face covering when you are in public, and are unable to social distance, to assist in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Obituary - Randolph James “Randy” Torchia

Randolph James “Randy” Torchia, 62, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021 at his home in Nevada following a lengthy illness. Randy was born August 14, 1959 in Kansas City, MO to Ronald J. and Frances M. (Naccarato) Torchia. He married Maria Stutzman on June 1, 2021 and she survives of the home.

Randy graduated from Hickman Mills High School Class of 1978. He was a former member of the Grandview Elks Lodge. Throughout his life Randy worked as a restaurant cook in the Kansas City area. For the past two years he has resided in Nevada.

In addition to his wife Maria, he is survived by a son, Dusten Torchia (Kristi), Bolivar, KS: four grandchildren, Alex, Nathan, Eli, Aden; his parents, Ronald and Frances Torchia, Kansas City, MO; and special friends, Jim Woods (Annette), Stockton, MO. He was preceded in death by his daughter Rachel; and a sister, Debra Renee Streit.

A Private Committal will be held in Longview Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri.

Dear Adrian R-III Families

September 8, 2021

Dear Adrian R-III Families,

The District has 4 new positive cases of COVID-19. As soon as the individuals and the District were aware of the situation, the individuals 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 Bates 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.

Sincerely
Don Lile
Adrian RIII School Superintendent

Obituary - Anthony S. Pollock

Anthony Scott Pollock, 27 of Butler, Missouri passed away August 31, 2021 at a hospital in Kansas City. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Mullinax Funeral Home (660-679-0009) in Butler, with visitation prior to services from 10-11 AM at the funeral home. 

Burial will follow in Benjamin Cemetery near Amoret, Missouri. Memorial contributions are suggested for Anthony’s daughter. Memories and messages of condolence for the family may be left at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Anthony was born July 6, 1994 in Chillicothe, Missouri, son of Robert and Trudy (Lawrence) Pollock. He was a dedicated and loving father who loved being outdoors and around people. He would give the shirt off his back to a stranger; in fact, he never knew a stranger - you WOULD become friends!

Anthony loved deeply and quickly and was quick to forgive. He was a car enthusiast. Among his accomplishments, he was a jack-of-all-trades, but electrician was what he was most proud of. He was an “Expert” marksman during his time with the Army National Guard, where he specialized in artillery.

Anthony was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gerald Pollock, Jr. He is survived by his parents, Robert and Trudy Pollock; his daughter, Emmalee June Duvall; brother Zacary Pollock (wife Sky); sister Brittney McCormick (husband Matthew); grandfather Randolph Lawrence and grandmother Karen Lawrence; grandmother Judy Lamp; aunt Clara Pollock and uncle John Pollock; several great-aunts, great-uncles and cousins. He is also survived by many special friends whom he considered family.

Peculiar man arrested in Butler on Cass County warrants

On Tuesday September 7th a Butler Police officer made a traffic stop near Lyon and Pine Streets in Butler. 

One male in the vehicle was arrested for outstanding warrants in Cass County.

The subject who was identified as 38 year old James L. Bailey II of Peculiar, Missouri was booked into the Bates County Jail and is listed as bondable.

Disclaimer: Arrest records are public information. Any indication of an arrest does not mean the individual identified has been convicted of a crime. All persons arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

View arrest report below:

https://batescountysheriff.com/InmateRoster/Bates_Inmatelist.html

Obituary - Dixie Lee Thomas`

Dixie Lee Thomas, 78, formerly of Nevada, MO passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021 in Mt. Vernon, MO following a courageous battle with breast cancer. Dixie was born in Muscatine, IA to Gail W. and Wanda J. (Smith) Stafford. On December 29, 1967 she was united in marriage to Charles “Chuck” Thomas in Nowata, OK and he survives of the home.

Dixie grew up in California and came to Nevada in the early 1960’s. Throughout her life, Dixie was primarily a homemaker. After leaving Nevada, she lived in Texas for nine years before moving to Mt. Vernon where she and Chuck have lived for the past 27 years. Dixie was known for her excellent cooking, her love of children, and was always a friend to those in need. She has touched many lives. Dixie was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon.

In addition to her husband Chuck, she is survived three children, Darla Clevenger (Doran), Kansas City, MO, Keith Asper, Orlando FL, and Allan Asper, West Palm Beach, FL; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; a brother, Jerry Stafford, Nevada, brother-in-law, Frank Schooley, Nevada; as well as five nieces, nine nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, William “Wild Bill” Richardson; a sister, Gayla Schooley; two brothers, Rick Stafford, and John Stafford.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 10, 2021 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Interment will follow in Moore Cemetery in Nevada. The family will receive friends from 1-2:00 p.m. prior to the service.

Memorials are suggested to the Family c/o Ferry Funeral Home.

Street Project set to begin September 13th in the city of Butler

Beginning the week of September 13th, the City of Butler will start this year’s road overlay project. It’s expected to last 2-3 weeks. This project is estimated to cost over $340,000 paid for by the ½ cent transportation sales tax. The streets to be fixed were selected based on condition and amount of traffic.

Main Street from Mill North to City Limits
High Street from Mill to Fort Scott
Delaware Street from Fort Scott to Nursery
Vine Street from Fulton to Havanah Street
Havanah Street from Vine to Fort Scott
Dakota Street from Main to Broadway

Residents should prepare for alternate routes and parking accommodations during this time.

Obituary - Kimberly Dawn Algiere

Funeral services for Kimberly Algiere of Butler, Missouri will be 2 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel (660-679-6555) in Butler, Missouri with cremation to follow. 

Visitation prior to services from 1 - 2 p.m. Saturday, September 11 at the Schowengerdt Chapel. Inurnment at a later date in Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to a Children’s Education Fund. Online condolences www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Kimberly, one of two daughters, was a lifelong resident of Butler, Missouri where she graduated from high school in 1994. She was currently working on an Associate’s Degree. Early in her occupational career, Kimberly was a waitress at Flaming Lantern, then worked in billing at Bates County Memorial Hospital for several years and finally the last nine years was a paraprofessional in education at Butler Elementary School. Kimberly was baptized in her teens and belonged to the Ohio Street United Methodist Church as well as the United Methodist Women. On July 30, 2005 she was united in marriage to Lester Algiere–a partnership of two unique people who brought out the very best in each other, and who knew that even though they were wonderful as individuals, they were even better together.

Kimberly is survived by her husband, Lester Algiere of Butler, Missouri; four children, Geoffrey Algiere of Butler, Missouri and Makenzie, Brandon and Meghan Algiere of the home; her parents, Don and Shirley Heckadon of Butler, Missouri; one sister, Michelle Triebel of Butler, Missouri; her grandmother, Evelyn Jennings of Butler, Missouri; a sister-in-law, Tammie Morris and companion Rick Jackson of Springfield, Missouri; six nephews and nieces, Bryce, Dylan, Haylee, Rylea, Shelby and Ashley; and other relatives and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Ralph Jennings; paternal grandparents, Jack and Anna Rose Heckadon; and a nephew, Michael Algiere.