Adrian R-3 School District COVID-19 Update

November 22, 2021

Dear Adrian R-III Families,

The District has a new positive case of 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 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

Happy 50th Anniversary

Linn County Kansas Sheriff’s Office received a grant from the National De-escalation Training Center

The Linn County Kansas Sheriff’s Office has received a grant from the National De-escalation Training Center (NDTC) and Ft. Hays State University in the amount of $19,911 for the training of Linn County Sheriff’s personnel. This grant will allow Deputies to train in the most current tactics in de-escalation and community policing initiatives. Two Deputies will be selected to serve as trainers in the program allowing us to continue training for our staff and other agencies, in the future.

 

Deputies have received this type of training in the past, but not to the level of having the ability to train others in the discipline of de-escalation. This program will also offer a national certification to our personnel. We are proud to announce the receipt of the grant as this will better our community and allow Deputies to train to higher levels. In the attachment you will find a flyer that may answer a few more questions that you may have.

 

The Linn County Sheriff’s Office joins in the Mission and Vision of the NDTC in this effort (https://ndtccenter.com/mission

2021 Harrisonville Wildcats Football team awards

The Harrisonville Wildcats Football team awards were presented at today's year end banquet. #WildCatPride

Most positive & impactful upperclassman:

LOGAN MANN

Most positive & impactful underclassman:
NATE REYNOLDS

Most positive & inspirational teammate:
GABE MEADE

Varsity MVP:
CARSON MILLER

JV MVP:

CASE MELZER 

Public Service Announcement From Countywide Disposal

***ATTENTION***

Due to Thanksgiving, routes will be ran differently in order to complete all routes and give our employees the day off. Please have all trash out the night before your scheduled pickup day to ensure you’re not missed.

Please note: Our office will be open the day after Thanksgiving, however, hours will be different. The office will be closing early at 1 PM on Friday November 26th.

1. All Thursday routes will be ran on Wednesday excluding Appleton City. 2. Appleton City will be ran on Friday.

On behalf of our Countywide Family, have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

Lowry City woman injured in St. Clair County rollover accident

On November 21st around 5:44 a.m. the Missouri State Highway Patrol in St. Clair County along with St. Clair County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a one vehicle rollover accident in the southbound lanes of 13 Highway around 2 miles north of Lowry City.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the accident occurred when the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix driven by 27 year old Sarissa N. Loney of Lowry City fell asleep at the wheel and ran off the roadway overturning. 

Sarissa N. Loney sustained moderate injuries and she was transported to Ellett Memorial Hospital in Appleton City for treatment.

View crash report below:

https://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/HP68/AccidentDetailsAction?ACC_RPT_NUM=210605297

Obituary - Doris Kohl

Doris Kohl, 95, of Raymore, MO, died Nov. 17, 2021.

Doris grew up in Sioux City, Iowa and Omaha, Nebraska. She married Herbert Kohl in 1944. He was ordained into the ministry at Drake Divinity in Des Moines and together they served the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Nevada, IA, Marion, IA (where they raised their 3 children), Newton, IA, Bellevue, NE and St. Paul, MN.

After raising their children, Doris worked at various jobs including: optometrist office, attorney’s office, Iowa Legislature, Mary Kay Cosmetics and for a builder. In the late 80’s, they moved to Foxwood Springs, a retirement community in Raymore, MO where, as a team, they ran a lauded closed-circuit TV studio. Herb passed away in 2006 and Doris continued running the studio up to the age of 90 when she retired. In later life, Doris discovered a love of technology (computers, etc.) and what that could offer her and an even greater love of and talent for painting. She was known for her unique fashion style and loved all things colorful. She enjoyed playing the piano and continued to play until very late in life. She loved seeing her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and enjoyed the company of many very dear friends.

Survivors include her sister, Beverly, and brother Harold Jr.; her children Linda Watson (Robert), Nancy Lindqvist (Hans) and Dan Kohl (Maria); 3 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Doris was adamant that there be no funeral services.

The family wishes to thank the Crossroads Hospice for the care they gave to Doris.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Residents Council, Fellowship of John, PO Box 701, Raymore MO 64083.

Obituary - Thomas Edward Matakas Jr.

Thomas Edward Matakas Jr., age 54, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 16th, 2021 at Saint Luke’s East Hospital in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.

No services are scheduled.

Tom was born in Bedford Heights, Ohio on August 12th, 1967 to Thomas E. Matakas Sr., and Carol (Young) Matakas. Tom worked many years as a framer in the construction industry. In the summer of 2000 he was joined in marriage with his wife, Melisa Sieben-Matakas on July 29th in Independence, Missouri. Their union was blessed with two children, Thomas and Shelby. In life, Tom had a very close group of friends that he could rely on, in hard times and in good. He was also always open to a discussion on politics. He participated in many political groups online voicing his opinion very strongly. Everyone knew his love for college football, especially the Alabama Crimson Tide team “roll tide”. He was also an avid viewer of the show NCIS, and a serious binge watcher of Star Wars.

Tom was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Edward Matakas Sr.; brother, Madison Matakas; and son, Thomas Matakas.

He leaves behind his loving wife of twenty one years, Melisa Sieben-Matakas; daughter, Shelby Matakas; mother, Carol Matakas; brother, Steve Matakas (Melinda); and sister, Rachel Matakas (Stephanie McIntyre); and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Arrangements: Cullen Funeral Home, Raymore, Missouri 816.322.5278